Bangalore, India
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Bangalore's most established expat neighborhood with the city's best cafes, dining, and nightlife. More expensive than other areas but provides a safe, welcoming atmosphere where solo dining and evening walks feel comfortable.
Indiranagar is where Bangalore's expat and young professional scene is most established. The cafe culture and dining scene is the best in the city, centered around 100 Feet Road. Walk into any cafe and you'll see people working on laptops or eating alone - it's completely normal here. The area stays busy until 11pm on weekdays, past midnight on weekends, with decent street lighting and police patrols. English is widely spoken since the area caters to international residents. The vibe is cosmopolitan - you'll see everything from traditional dress to Western clothing without anyone staring. The main commercial areas feel safe during evening hours, though take an auto or Uber after 10pm rather than walking long distances. Prices are higher than local neighborhoods, but that comes with better quality and an atmosphere where being a foreign woman alone doesn't stand out.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
ModeratePublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
ModeratePolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
ExcellentSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
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"Felt completely comfortable eating alone at cafes throughout the day"
"Lots of other solo diners and people working on laptops in coffee shops"
"Well-lit streets and people around until late made me feel safe"
"More expensive than local areas but worth it for the safety and atmosphere"
"Staff at most places speak English which made everything much easier"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
The international IT suburb with 50+ pubs, 100+ cafes, and excellent global dining. Safe, cosmopolitan, and English-friendly with strong expat presence, but 16km from city center makes exploration difficult due to traffic. Best for those working in the area.
Traditional residential Bangalore - safe, quiet, and famous for authentic South Indian cuisine. Offers genuine local experience with strong community feel, but limited English, minimal nightlife, and few international amenities.
A tech neighborhood with Bangalore's highest restaurant concentration, offering incredible food diversity from traditional South Indian to international cuisines. Safe and welcoming for solo diners, more affordable than Indiranagar, though less polished.
Help other women stay safe in Indiranagar
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.