Lima, Peru
Residential area with local prices and low crime, but you'll need Spanish and will have to go elsewhere for tourist stuff.
San Miguel is where middle-class Lima residents actually live - local markets, kids going to school, family restaurants. Almost no tourists, which means lower prices than Miraflores but also almost no English. The area around Plaza San Miguel and the shopping mall is safe and walkable. Crime rates are relatively low for a residential area. Restaurants serve big portions cheap, but menus are Spanish only. You might get curious looks as a foreigner eating alone, but people are friendly enough. It gets quiet at night when families go home - stick to main avenues if you're out late. You'll need to Uber to tourist areas for nightlife or English speakers.
Daytime Safety
GoodNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
ModeratePublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
ModeratePolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
ModerateSolo Dining
GoodDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
Moderate"Felt safe and authentic but needed Spanish to get around"
"Great prices for food and accommodations"
"Very local feel, not touristy at all"
"Had to Uber to Miraflores for nightlife and tourist spots"
"Good if you want to experience real Lima life"
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