Delhi, India
Creative hub with galleries, rooftop cafes, and medieval ruins. Young, cosmopolitan crowd makes it one of the more comfortable Delhi neighborhoods during the day and early evening. Good cafe culture.
Hauz Khas Village is where Delhi's creative types hang out - artists, designers, students, expats. Medieval ruins and a lake sit alongside art galleries, boutique shops, and rooftop cafes. You'll see women working alone on laptops or reading, which feels normal here in a way it doesn't in most Delhi neighborhoods. English is common since many places cater to an international crowd. The narrow village lanes are reasonably safe until about 9 PM while foot traffic is steady, but stick to the main commercial streets - don't wander into residential areas. The crowd is young and cosmopolitan. After 10 PM, the area empties fast - take an Uber rather than walking. Hauz Khas metro station on the Yellow Line is nearby.
Daytime Safety
GoodNight Walking Safety
ModerateHarassment Risk
ModeratePublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
ModeratePolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
GoodSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
ModerateHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
Good"Safe during day and early evening, other women around"
"Cafe culture where sitting alone is normal"
"Stay in main areas at night, not residential lanes"
"Less intense than most Delhi neighborhoods"
"Uber after 9 PM, don't walk to metro"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
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Massive middle-class shopping district with budget accommodation. Safe during market hours due to crowds and police, but more conservative than South Delhi. Good for shopping and budget stays, go elsewhere for dining and evenings.
Help other women stay safe in Hauz Khas
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.