City Rankings

Safest Cities to Travel

Peace of mind comes first when you are far from home. We rank cities by their measured safety level — from petty-crime risk to overall personal security — surfacing the places where solo travelers and families alike can relax and explore with confidence.

  1. Cologne, Germany#1
    Germany · Europe

    Cologne, Germany

  2. Lausanne, Switzerland#2
    Switzerland · Europe

    Lausanne, Switzerland

  3. Karlsruhe, Germany#3
    Germany · Europe

    Karlsruhe, Germany

  4. King Edward Point, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands#4
    South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands · Latin America

    King Edward Point, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

  5. Tsushima Island, Japan#5
    Japan · Asia

    Tsushima Island, Japan

  6. Yokohama, Japan#6
    Japan · Asia

    Yokohama, Japan

  7. Nuremberg, Germany#7
    Germany · Europe

    Nuremberg, Germany

  8. Leiden, Netherlands#8
    Netherlands · Europe

    Leiden, Netherlands

  9. Kamiyama, Japan#9
    Japan · Asia

    Kamiyama, Japan

  10. Kyoto, Japan#10
    Japan · Asia

    Kyoto, Japan

  11. Šumperk, Czechia#11
    Czechia · Europe

    Šumperk, Czechia

  12. Texel, Netherlands#12
    Netherlands · Europe

    Texel, Netherlands

  13. Dortmund, Germany#13
    Germany · Europe

    Dortmund, Germany

  14. Bern, Switzerland#14
    Switzerland · Europe

    Bern, Switzerland

  15. Kobe, Japan#15
    Japan · Asia

    Kobe, Japan

  16. Yangshuo, China#16
    China · Asia

    Yangshuo, China

  17. Jamestown, Saint Helena#17
    Saint Helena · Africa

    Jamestown, Saint Helena

  18. Lublin, Poland#18
    Poland · Europe

    Lublin, Poland

  19. Hamamatsu, Japan#19
    Japan · Asia

    Hamamatsu, Japan

  20. Haarlem, Netherlands#20
    Netherlands · Europe

    Haarlem, Netherlands

  21. Gwangju, South Korea#21
    South Korea · Asia

    Gwangju, South Korea

  22. Lagos, Portugal#22
    Portugal · Europe

    Lagos, Portugal

    Golden cliffs meet azure waters in Portugal's most charming coastal town

  23. Fuerteventura, Spain#23
    Spain · Europe

    Fuerteventura, Spain

    Canary Islands gem with volcanic landscapes, golden beaches and year-round perfect winds for watersports

  24. Azores, Portugal#24
    Portugal · Europe

    Azores, Portugal

    Nine volcanic islands in the mid-Atlantic — where dramatic crater lakes, hot springs, and world-class whale watching meet authentic Portuguese island life.

  25. Ericeira, Portugal#25
    Portugal · Europe

    Ericeira, Portugal

    Europe's only World Surfing Reserve - where traditional fishing village charm meets world-class waves and digital nomad culture.

  26. Daejeon, South Korea#26
    South Korea · Asia

    Daejeon, South Korea

    South Korea's Silicon Valley with nature at its core

  27. Zwolle, Netherlands#27
    Netherlands · Europe

    Zwolle, Netherlands

    Historic Hanseatic city of 125,000 offering festivals, history, and cultural attractions above its weight.

  28. Copenhagen, Denmark#28
    Denmark · Europe

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    Scandinavia's happiest capital blends royal history, cutting-edge design, and sustainable living in perfect harmony.

  29. Ljubljana, Slovenia#29
    Slovenia · Europe

    Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Europe's greenest capital with fairy-tale castle, vibrant street art, and picturesque river walks.

  30. Costa da Caparica, Portugal#30
    Portugal · Europe

    Costa da Caparica, Portugal

    Portugal's longest stretch of golden beaches just 30 minutes from Lisbon, beloved by surfers and locals alike.

  31. Sapporo, Japan#31
    Japan · Asia

    Sapporo, Japan

    Japan's northern gateway: vibrant culture, snow festivals, and natural beauty.

  32. Hannover, Germany#32
    Germany · Europe

    Hannover, Germany

    A green gem in northern Germany with world-class gardens and laid-back charm.

  33. Kitakyushu, Japan#33
    Japan · Asia

    Kitakyushu, Japan

    Japan's #1 nightscape city blending history, nature, and industrial heritage.

  34. Almere, Netherlands#34
    Netherlands · Europe

    Almere, Netherlands

    Almere is the newest and greenest city in the Netherlands, built almost 50 years ago on reclaimed land.

  35. Vienna, Austria#35
    Austria · Europe

    Vienna, Austria

    Imperial elegance meets modern culture in Austria's capital, where Habsburg palaces and cozy coffeehouses create timeless charm.

  36. Saint Helier, Jersey#36
    Jersey · Europe

    Saint Helier, Jersey

    Jersey's charming capital blending British and French heritage with island lifestyle

  37. Frankfurt, Germany#37
    Germany · Europe

    Frankfurt, Germany

    Germany's financial capital with skylines, historic charm, and world-class museums

  38. Singapore, Singapore#38
    Singapore · Asia

    Singapore, Singapore

    Asia's gleaming city-state blends cutting-edge innovation with rich cultural heritage in a perfectly manicured urban paradise.

  39. Tromso, Norway#39
    Norway · Europe

    Tromso, Norway

    Norway's Arctic capital — chase the northern lights, midnight sun, and untamed fjord wilderness.

  40. Lugano, Switzerland#40
    Switzerland · Europe

    Lugano, Switzerland

    Switzerland's sun-kissed "Swiss Riviera" — where Alpine precision meets Italian dolce vita on a shimmering lakeside stage.

  41. Dubai, United Arab Emirates#41
    United Arab Emirates · Middle East

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    Futuristic luxury city in the desert blending world-class architecture with coastal charm.

  42. Deventer, Netherlands#42
    Netherlands · Europe

    Deventer, Netherlands

    Historic Hanseatic gem on the IJssel with medieval streets, vibrant book culture, and authentic Dutch charm.

  43. Monaco, Monaco#43
    Monaco · Europe

    Monaco, Monaco

    The world's most glamorous microstate — Monaco packs casinos, superyachts, and an F1 circuit into just 2 km².

  44. Okinawa City, Japan#44
    Japan · Asia

    Okinawa City, Japan

  45. Haikou, China#45
    China · Asia

    Haikou, China

  46. Seville, Spain#46
    Spain · Europe

    Seville, Spain

  47. Jeju Island, South Korea#47
    South Korea · Asia

    Jeju Island, South Korea

  48. Tokyo, Japan#48
    Japan · Asia

    Tokyo, Japan

  49. Zandvoort, Netherlands#49
    Netherlands · Europe

    Zandvoort, Netherlands

    Famous seaside resort combining pristine beaches, the legendary Formula 1 circuit, and charming Dutch coastal life.

  50. Bremen, Germany#50
    Germany · Europe

    Bremen, Germany