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World’s Riskiest and Safest Cities to Travel 2024: In today’s increasingly interconnected world, urban safety has emerged as a critical concern for travellers. Security has become a top priority for tourists when selecting their destinations, reflecting a significant shift in traveller behaviour.
As safety considerations take centre stage in decision-making, travellers are more inclined to choose locations that offer robust security measures and a low risk of crime, health issues, and other potential threats.
Notably, Singapore, Tokyo, and Toronto, renowned for their safety and security, continue to lead the pack as the safest cities globally. This is because of their low crime rates, robust infrastructure, and effective disaster preparedness.
Additionally, European cities like Amsterdam, Zurich, and Copenhagen are also prominent among the safest, demonstrating the strong correlation between economic development, social welfare, and public safety.
On the flip side, while the cities in Venezuela, Pakistan, and Myanmar still dominate the top spots for danger, Indian metropolises like Delhi and Mumbai have seen a concerning increase in crime rates, infrastructure challenges, and health risks.
Hence, in a globalised world where news of safety concerns spreads rapidly, cities must work diligently to create a safe environment for both residents and tourists.
In its comprehensive analysis, Forbes Advisor has identified the safest and most dangerous cities for tourists in 2024, ranking 60 global destinations based on seven critical factors (travel safety, crime risk, personal security risk, health security risk, natural disaster risk, and digital security risk).
It highlights the multifaceted nature of travel safety and provides a nuanced understanding of the risks associated with different cities around the world. Discover below.
Here are the top 10 riskiest cities for tourists in 2024, as ranked by the Forbes Advisor:
| Rank | City and Country | Total Score | Crime | Personal Security | Health Security | Infrastructure Security | Digital Security |
| 1 | Caracas, Venezuela | 100 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 2 | Karachi, Pakistan | 93.12 | 19 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| 3 | Yangon, Myanmar | 91.67 | 32 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 4 | Lagos, Nigeria | 91.54 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| 5 | Manila, Philippines | 91.49 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 12 |
| 6 | Dhaka, Bangladesh | 89.5 | 12 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 5 |
| 7 | Bogota, Colombia | 86.7 | 7 | 15 | 16 | 12 | 15 |
| 8 | Cairo, Egypt | 83.44 | 29 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 9 | Mexico City, Mexico | 82.43 | 6 | 19 | 11 | 18 | 23 |
| 10 | Quito, Ecuador | 82.02 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 9 |
Source: Forbes Advisor (2024)
*Please note: The total score is out of 100, and the cities are ranked in ascending order based on their safety scores.*
Here are the top 10 safest cities for tourists in 2024, as ranked by the Forbes Advisor:
| Rank | City and Country | Total Score | Crime | Personal Security | Health Security | Infrastructure Security | Digital Security |
| 60 | Singapore, Singapore | 0 | 55 | 48 | 59 | 59 | 59 |
| 59 | Tokyo, Japan | 10.72 | 54 | 45 | 60 | 41 | 56 |
| 58 | Toronto, Canada | 13.6 | 38 | 53 | 54 | 47 | 57 |
| 57 | Sydney, Australia | 22.28 | 41 | 50 | 51 | 60 | 51 |
| 56 | Zurich, Switzerland | 22.97 | 56 | 46 | 27 | 46 | 48 |
| 55 | Copenhagen, Denmark | 23.65 | 52 | 60 | 35 | 58 | 58 |
| 54 | Seoul, South Korea | 25 | 53 | 39 | 55 | 30 | 41 |
| 53 | Osaka, Japan | 25.22 | 43 | 44 | 56 | 34 | 54 |
| 52 | Melbourne, Australia | 26.17 | 37 | 43 | 57 | 53 | 45 |
| 51 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | 29.07 | 48 | 59 | 38 | 54 | 42 |
Source: Forbes Advisor (2024)
*Please note: The total score is out of 100, and the cities are ranked in descending order based on their safety scores.*
Unfortunately, New Delhi (rank 12) and Mumbai (rank 14) are ranked as the two riskiest Indian cities for tourists in 2024. This highlights significant concerns regarding safety and security in these metropolitan areas.
The total scores of 77.68 and 77.36, respectively, indicate that the cities face significant challenges related to crime and safety challenges that may deter potential tourists and affect the overall perception of the country as a travel destination.
| Rank | City and Country | Total Score | Crime | Personal Security | Health Security | Infrastructure Security | Digital Security |
| 12 | New Delhi, India | 77.68 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 17 | 13 |
| 14 | Mumbai, India | 77.36 | 36 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 8 |
Source: Forbes Advisor (2024)
