Mumbai, India
The main tourist area with Gateway of India, international restaurants, and markets. Police presence and English speakers make it easier, though you'll pay tourist prices and deal with crowded streets.
Colaba is where tourists go - Gateway of India, Taj hotel, Leopold Café. Streets stay busy until around 11 PM with tourists and vendors, which means more eyes around but also more people trying to sell you things. Shopkeepers speak English because they deal with foreigners constantly. Colaba Causeway market gets packed during the day. Keep your bag in front of you and expect pickpockets. After dark, stay on main streets like Colaba Causeway rather than side lanes. Police show up around the landmarks regularly. Eating alone at cafes is normal here since half the people are tourists. It's one of the safer Mumbai neighborhoods, especially for first-timers who need that comfort level. You'll pay for it though - everything costs more than local areas.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
ModeratePublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
ModeratePolice Visibility
ExcellentEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
GoodSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
ModerateGetting By in English
Excellent"Felt safe walking around even at night near Gateway"
"Lots of other tourists so you don't stand out as much"
"Watch for aggressive vendors and keep bag secure in markets"
"Staff at restaurants and shops speak English which helps"
"More expensive than local areas but worth it for first-timers"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
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Business district with museums, galleries, and work-friendly cafes. Safe during office hours, dead after 7 PM. Daytime destination.
Help other women stay safe in Colaba
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.