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. Lagos, Portugal#1
    Portugal · Europe

    Lagos, Portugal

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

  2. Fuerteventura, Spain#2
    Spain · Europe

    Fuerteventura, Spain

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

  3. Azores, Portugal#3
    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.

  4. Kyoto, Japan#4
    Japan · Asia

    Kyoto, Japan

    Japan's ancient capital — 1,200 years of temples, tea ceremony, and timeless beauty.

  5. Jeju Island, South Korea#5
    South Korea · Asia

    Jeju Island, South Korea

    South Korea's volcanic island paradise — UNESCO landscapes, black-pork feasts, and world-class hiking at every turn.

  6. Tsushima Island, Japan#6
    Japan · Asia

    Tsushima Island, Japan

    Japan's untamed border island — where samurai history, primeval forest, and Korea's coastline meet on the horizon.

  7. Ericeira, Portugal#7
    Portugal · Europe

    Ericeira, Portugal

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

  8. Daejeon, South Korea#8
    South Korea · Asia

    Daejeon, South Korea

    South Korea's Silicon Valley with nature at its core

  9. Kobe, Japan#9
    Japan · Asia

    Kobe, Japan

    Japan's cosmopolitan port city — where mountain hikes, Michelin-starred beef, and harbor sunsets collide.

  10. Zwolle, Netherlands#10
    Netherlands · Europe

    Zwolle, Netherlands

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

  11. Andorra la Vella, Andorra#11
    Andorra · Europe

    Andorra la Vella, Andorra

    Europe's highest capital — a Pyrenean microstate where tax-free shopping, world-class skiing, and thermal spas share a stunning mountain valley.

  12. Okinawa City, Japan#12
    Japan · Asia

    Okinawa City, Japan

    Japan's rock-and-eisa capital — where Okinawan soul, American swagger, and subtropical beaches collide.

  13. Copenhagen, Denmark#13
    Denmark · Europe

    Copenhagen, Denmark

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

  14. Yokohama, Japan#14
    Japan · Asia

    Yokohama, Japan

    Japan's historic port city where waterfront modernity meets deep multicultural roots.

  15. Leiden, Netherlands#15
    Netherlands · Europe

    Leiden, Netherlands

    The Netherlands' "City of Discoveries" — a canal-laced university town where 17th-century grandeur meets vibrant student life.

  16. Ljubljana, Slovenia#16
    Slovenia · Europe

    Ljubljana, Slovenia

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

  17. Tokyo, Japan#17
    Japan · Asia

    Tokyo, Japan

    Where ancient temples meet neon-lit skyscrapers — Tokyo is the world's most thrillingly layered megacity.

  18. Costa da Caparica, Portugal#18
    Portugal · Europe

    Costa da Caparica, Portugal

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

  19. Hannover, Germany#19
    Germany · Europe

    Hannover, Germany

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

  20. Bern, Switzerland#20
    Switzerland · Europe

    Bern, Switzerland

    Switzerland's medieval capital — a UNESCO gem set on a sapphire bend of the Aare.

  21. Sapporo, Japan#21
    Japan · Asia

    Sapporo, Japan

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

  22. Kitakyushu, Japan#22
    Japan · Asia

    Kitakyushu, Japan

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

  23. Haarlem, Netherlands#23
    Netherlands · Europe

    Haarlem, Netherlands

    A Golden Age gem with world-class museums, craft breweries, and easy access to Amsterdam and the coast.

  24. Almere, Netherlands#24
    Netherlands · Europe

    Almere, Netherlands

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

  25. Lausanne, Switzerland#25
    Switzerland · Europe

    Lausanne, Switzerland

    Switzerland's Olympic Capital — where Gothic spires, UNESCO vineyards, and Lake Geneva's shimmering shores collide.

  26. Vienna, Austria#26
    Austria · Europe

    Vienna, Austria

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

  27. Kamiyama, Japan#27
    Japan · Asia

    Kamiyama, Japan

    Japan's rural digital-revival icon: mountain village life with fiber internet and a world-class art scene.

  28. Saint Helier, Jersey#28
    Jersey · Europe

    Saint Helier, Jersey

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

  29. Karlsruhe, Germany#29
    Germany · Europe

    Karlsruhe, Germany

    Germany's fan-shaped "city without walls" — Baroque heritage, world-class media art, and a pioneering tram-train network.

  30. Frankfurt, Germany#30
    Germany · Europe

    Frankfurt, Germany

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

  31. Singapore, Singapore#31
    Singapore · Asia

    Singapore, Singapore

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

  32. Texel, Netherlands#32
    Netherlands · Europe

    Texel, Netherlands

    The Netherlands' sunniest island — unspoiled dunes, wild beaches, and a slower pace of life just 20 minutes from the mainland.

  33. Lugano, Switzerland#33
    Switzerland · Europe

    Lugano, Switzerland

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

  34. Tromso, Norway#34
    Norway · Europe

    Tromso, Norway

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

  35. Dubai, United Arab Emirates#35
    United Arab Emirates · Middle East

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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

  36. Monaco, Monaco#36
    Monaco · Europe

    Monaco, Monaco

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

  37. Deventer, Netherlands#37
    Netherlands · Europe

    Deventer, Netherlands

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

  38. Hamamatsu, Japan#38
    Japan · Asia

    Hamamatsu, Japan

    Japan's musical heartland meets modern innovation and lakeside charm.

  39. Stanley, Falkland Islands#39
    Falkland Islands · Latin America

    Stanley, Falkland Islands

    Remote South Atlantic outpost with pristine nature and rugged frontier charm.

  40. Jamestown, Saint Helena#40
    Saint Helena · Africa

    Jamestown, Saint Helena

    Remote volcanic island with authentic British colonial charm and pristine isolation.

  41. King Edward Point, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands#41
    South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands · Latin America

    King Edward Point, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

    A remote, windswept outpost for extreme adventurers and polar explorers.

  42. Zandvoort, Netherlands#42
    Netherlands · Europe

    Zandvoort, Netherlands

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

  43. Sendai, Japan#43
    Japan · Asia

    Sendai, Japan

    Tohoku's vibrant capital — samurai history, celebrated festivals, and easy access to Japan's most scenic bay.

  44. Dresden, Germany#44
    Germany · Europe

    Dresden, Germany

    Historic baroque beauty rebuilt from ashes, where culture meets counterculture along the Elbe River.

  45. Interlaken, Switzerland#45
    Switzerland · Europe

    Interlaken, Switzerland

    Europe's adventure capital — dramatic Alpine scenery, lake-framed thrills, and seamless Swiss rail connections.

  46. Graz, Austria#46
    Austria · Europe

    Graz, Austria

    Austria's UNESCO-listed "Capital of Delight" — where Renaissance charm meets bold contemporary design.

  47. Groningen, Netherlands#47
    Netherlands · Europe

    Groningen, Netherlands

    The Netherlands' liveliest student city — cycling culture, golden museums, and a buzzing café scene in the north.

  48. Jena, Germany#48
    Germany · Europe

    Jena, Germany

    Historic university town blending science, culture, and natural beauty in the Saale Valley.

  49. Bremen, Germany#49
    Germany · Europe

    Bremen, Germany

    A compact Hanseatic gem on the Weser — 1,200 years of history, fairy-tale folklore, and a thriving creative scene.

  50. Bournemouth, United Kingdom#50
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Bournemouth, United Kingdom

    Vibrant beach-side town and cultural hub with music and art festivals, surfing, and coastal walks.