World's best cities for female solo travel in 2026 revealed
As more women take off on solo adventures, the world's best cities for female solo travel in 2026 have been revealed. It comes as recent reports state that a staggering 84 percent of solo travellers are women, and UK Google search data indicates this year will set new records for solo adventures. While interest in solo travel has spiked by 116 percent year on year, choosing a destination remains the most intimidating hurdle, especially for solo female travellers. To help steer solo female adventurists in the right direction, a new study has highlighted the best cities across the globe for women travelling on their own. It analysed several factors, including crime and safety levels, public transport wait times, broadband speeds and solo travel search trends. Singapore emerged as the top destination for female travellers thanks to its high safety index score of 77.5, its speedy Wi‑Fi of 407.05 Mbps, and its reliable public transport with a six‑minute average wait. The Southeast Asian city boasts a tropical climate, tranquil beaches and plenty of green space, making it an ideal holiday hotspot for travellers seeking sun, sea and outdoor activities. According to data compiled by global pet-sitting service TrustedHousesitters, demand for 'Singapore holidays' has risen by 27 percent over the past month compared to last year, keeping it a hidden gem for solo female travellers. The world's best cities for females travelling alone in 2026 have been revealed. Singapore has emerged as the top destination for female solo travel thanks to its high safety index score, speedy Wi‑Fi and reliable public transport. Would YOU ever travel solo? In related insights, a solo traveller who has visited over 100 countries shares top tips for making friends on holiday. Lee Thompson, co‑founder of Flash Pack, says, 'The trick is to be open and curious to new opportunities as they arise and say “yes” to invitations – even if you feel a bit shy about doing so,'; 'Volunteering (e.g. teaching English) can be a great way of meeting new people as you travel alone, especially in big cities.'
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- Singapore crowned top destination for solo female travelers thanks to safety fast Wi‑Fi and reliable transit
- New York City ranks second for women traveling alone
- Dubai ranks third globally for solo female travel
- London makes the top ten, ranking ninth overall for solo female travel
- Tokyo among the top ten global solo travel destinations for women
- Seoul among the top ten global solo travel destinations
- Paris among the top ten global solo travel destinations
- Amsterdam among the top ten global solo travel destinations
- Abu Dhabi among the top ten global solo travel destinations
- Bangkok among the top ten global solo travel destinations
Singapore crowned top destination for solo female travelers thanks to safety fast Wi‑Fi and reliable transit
Singapore emerged as the top destination for female solo travel thanks to its high safety index score of 77.5, its speedy Wi‑Fi of 407.05 Mbps, and its reliable public transport (six‑minute average wait). The Southeast Asian city also offers a tropical climate, tranquil beaches and plenty of green space, making it an ideal holiday hotspot for travellers seeking sun, sea and outdoor activities. Data from TrustedHousesitters shows demand for 'Singapore holidays' has risen by 27 percent over the past month compared to last year, keeping it a hidden gem for solo female travellers.
New York City ranks second for women traveling alone
New York City ranks as the second best destination for women travelling alone, with a crime rate of 21.1 out of 100, a high internet speed of 295.18 Mbps, and an average wait of 8 minutes for public transport. Would YOU ever travel solo? With everything in walking distance, New York's gems are easy to discover - and women can stay connected to the internet even if navigating the city alone.
Dubai ranks third globally for solo female travel
Dubai might be a premier destination for many holidaymakers, but it ranks third globally for solo female travel due to its exceptional safety. The UAE city boasts an impressive 83.9/100 index score and very low crime rates, offering a secure, well-connected environment filled with unique experiences.
London makes the top ten, ranking ninth overall for solo female travel
For British travellers who'd prefer a staycation, London also makes the top ten, placing ninth overall. The UK sees around 21,000 monthly searches for solo travel, and the capital is ideal for those who want to meet new people and explore vibrant, cultural and historical gems across the city. Thanks to its speedy, expansive Transport for London network and an average taxi wait of just eight minutes, exploring London is safe and efficient.
Tokyo among the top ten global solo travel destinations for women
Other destinations ranked among the top ten global solo travel destinations for women include Tokyo, Seoul, Paris, Amsterdam, Abu Dhabi, and Bangkok.
Seoul among the top ten global solo travel destinations
Seoul ranks among the top ten destinations for solo female travelers, alongside Tokyo, Paris, Amsterdam, Abu Dhabi and Bangkok.
Paris among the top ten global solo travel destinations
Paris is listed among the top ten global destinations for women traveling alone.
Amsterdam among the top ten global solo travel destinations
Amsterdam is listed among the top ten global solo travel destinations for women.
Abu Dhabi among the top ten global solo travel destinations
Abu Dhabi is listed among the top ten global solo travel destinations for women.
Bangkok among the top ten global solo travel destinations
Bangkok is listed among the top ten global solo travel destinations for women.
