Intendente

Worth exploring if you're comfortable with edgier neighborhoods, but do your research first. The creative scene is developing, but safety can be hit-or-miss depending on exactly where you go.

Intendente is a neighborhood in transition that offers cultural attractions but requires careful timing for solo female travelers. The restored main square with its beautiful architecture and the metro station are generally safe during daytime hours. Art galleries and shops like A Vida Portuguesa provide interesting cultural experiences in a relatively secure environment. However, the surrounding side streets become poorly lit after 9 PM and there are reports of drug dealing in the area. Solo female travelers should stick to the main square and well-lit areas, visit during daytime hours, and use the metro station rather than walking through residential streets at night. The area has potential but isn't yet consistently safe enough for solo women to explore freely after dark.