Stockholm, Sweden
The business and shopping district with good transport links. Safe and convenient but less charming than other neighborhoods.
Norrmalm is the commercial center around Stockholm Central Station and Drottninggatan shopping street. Lots of international chains, Swedish department stores, and business hotels near the station. Sergels Torg gets busy with foot traffic but it's well-policed. Kungsträdgården park provides some green space. The Royal Opera House is here. Restaurants range from quick lunch places to upscale spots. People eat alone all the time, lots of business travelers working in cafés. Being next to Central Station is convenient but you'll see more tourists and people passing through than locals. English is spoken everywhere. The station area feels less appealing at night than residential neighborhoods, though it's still safe with good lighting and police around.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
ExcellentHarassment Risk
LowPublic Transport Safety
ExcellentPickpocketing Risk
ModerateScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
ExcellentEmergency Services
ExcellentEvening Venues
GoodSolo Dining
ExcellentDrug Activity
ModerateHomelessness Visibility
ModerateGetting By in English
Excellent"Convenient but not as nice as other areas"
"Safe but the station area isn't great at night"
"Good for shopping and getting around"
"Watch your stuff near the station - pickpockets work the area"
"Decent restaurants but not much character"
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Help other women stay safe in Norrmalm
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