Mexico City, Mexico
Tepito is strongly advised against for all tourists, especially solo female travelers. This area has extremely high crime rates and offers no legitimate tourist attractions that justify the significant safety risks.
Tepito is Mexico City's most notorious neighborhood - everyone knows to avoid it. The market sells everything from fake designer bags to stolen phones to stuff you definitely don't want to be caught with. The narrow alleys turn into mazes where even police don't go, and violence over territory is a regular thing. Locals will straight up tell you not to go there, and even taxi drivers might refuse the address. This isn't one of those places where you can just be extra careful - it's genuinely dangerous for anyone, especially tourists who stand out. There's nothing there worth the risk to your safety.
Daytime Safety
PoorNight Walking Safety
PoorHarassment Risk
Very HighPublic Transport Safety
PoorPickpocketing Risk
Very HighScam Risk
Very HighPolice Visibility
PoorEmergency Services
PoorEvening Venues
PoorSolo Dining
PoorDrug Activity
Very HighHomelessness Visibility
HighGetting By in English
Poor"Absolutely avoid this area - not safe for any tourist"
"Even locals warn against going here"
"High risk of theft and assault"
"No legitimate tourist attractions worth the risk"
"Police presence insufficient for safety"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Iztapalapa must be completely avoided by solo female travelers due to the highest recorded rates of violence against women in Mexico City. No cultural attractions or experiences justify the extreme safety risks present in this borough.
Doctores should be avoided by solo female travelers despite its proximity to safer neighborhoods like Roma Norte. The area has higher crime rates and lacks the safety infrastructure of its better-known neighbors, making it particularly risky for women traveling alone.
La Merced offers cultural market experiences during daylight hours but becomes extremely dangerous for solo female travelers after dark. Quick daytime visits to the market can be manageable with proper precautions, but the area should be completely avoided in the evening.
Help other women stay safe in Tepito
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.