Milan, Italy
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LGBTQ+ district with multicultural restaurants, inclusive bars, parks, and shopping. Open-minded and welcoming atmosphere.
Milan's LGBTQ+ district and most multicultural area. Rainbow flags, Italian trattorias next to Ethiopian restaurants and Persian cafes. Lecce Street and Panfilo Castaldi Street are the center of the gay scene. The Public Gardens give you green space, Corso Buenos Aires has shopping. Diverse crowd - professionals, students, families, artists. Open-minded and accepting atmosphere. English is common in bars and restaurants. Good police presence, feels safe day and evening. Well-lit main streets stay fairly busy. On the M1 metro line.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
ModeratePolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
ExcellentSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
ModerateGetting By in English
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"Felt welcome and safe on my own"
"Loved the mix of restaurants - Ethiopian, Persian, Italian"
"The gay bars were inclusive and friendly to everyone"
"Met both locals and travelers easily"
"Public gardens were nice for taking a break during the day"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
The art district with museums, galleries, and cafes. Safer than most areas but more expensive. Good if you want culture and don't mind paying for it.
Trendy area with street art and craft beer. Creative crowd, safe during day and early evening. Stick to main streets after 11pm.
Between center and Navigli. More local, cheaper restaurants, vintage shops. Good value if you want proximity to both areas without tourist prices.
Help other women stay safe in Porta Venezia
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.