20 Cities Around the World Where You Can Walk the Streets Without Looking Over Your Shoulder

Have you ever dreamed of a place where you can stroll down the street at midnight without care? Pack your bags because these 20 cities might be your next dream destination. 

From the spotless streets of Singapore to the cozy neighborhoods of Copenhagen, let’s take a whirlwind tour of urban havens where strict laws and community spirit have created some of the world’s safest spots.

Singapore: Where even your chewing gum knows it’s on its best behavior

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Known for its squeaky-clean streets and low crime rates, Singapore takes its laws seriously – and we mean seriously. Forget about casually tossing that gum wrapper on the ground; you might find yourself picking up litter as community service faster than you can say ‘oops.’ A spotless city and peace of mind?

That’s a trade-off many are happy to make.

Tokyo: Where losing your wallet might mean someone chases you down to return it

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In Tokyo, you are more likely to run into friendly people than run into problems. Picture this: you drop your wallet, and instead of disappearing forever, it finds its way back to you – often with all the cash still inside.

It’s not magic; it’s just Tokyo, where respect and community watchfulness are as much a part of the culture as sushi and anime.

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Dubai: Where cutting-edge tech meets traditional values for a futuristic haven

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Imagine a city where traditional values meet sci-fi-level technology. That’s Dubai for you. With cameras smart enough to recognize faces and laws strictly sufficient to make most would-be criminals think twice, Dubai feels like stepping into the future—a very safe future.

Abu Dhabi: Where sharing the wealth means sharing the safety

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Abu Dhabi takes the ‘sharing is caring’ motto to a new level. By spreading wealth and providing top-notch social programs, it has created a place where poverty-related crimes are about as rare as rain in the desert.

The city gathered and decided, ‘Hey, let’s all be safe and prosperous together.’

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Reykjavik: Proof that sometimes, more minor is safer

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A powerful gust of wind is more likely to ‘assault’ you in Reykjavik than a human being. This pint-sized capital shows that when it comes to safety, size doesn’t matter – it’s all about that tight-knit community feel.

It is the neighborhood where neighbors watch out for one another and lend each other cups of sugar.

Luxembourg City: Being intelligent and wealthy isn’t just a goal but a lifestyle

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Luxembourg City is like that overachiever in high school who was also surprisingly lovely. This place demonstrates that when people are doing well, they are less likely to cause trouble, as evidenced by its highly educated and reasonably well-off populace.

It’s a city where the most significant crime might be wearing socks with sandals.

Vienna: Where culture and safety waltz hand in hand

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Vienna is more than just the home of some of the world’s greatest pastries and the birthplace of the waltz. Nope, it’s made itself one of the safest cities, too. After admiring its exquisite museums, it is as if they thought, ‘You know what would go great with all this culture? A meager crime rate.’

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Hong Kong: Proving you can squeeze a lot of safety into small spaces

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Hong Kong might be packed tighter than a tin of sardines, but don’t let that fool you. This city has managed to keep crime rates impressively low despite having more people per square inch than most places have per square mile.

It is similar to a magic trick, except that safety is being pulled out of skyscrapers rather than rabbits from hats.

Zurich: Where your bank account and your safety are equally secure

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Zurich isn’t just a haven for your money; it’s a haven for you, too. With its pristine streets and low crime rates, it’s where the most dangerous thing you might encounter is a hefty restaurant bill.

Peace of mind is priceless, right?

Copenhagen: Where cycling and safety go together, like Danish pastries and coffee

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The biggest traffic jam in Copenhagen might be a row of bicycles waiting at a red light. This bike-friendly city has peddled its way to an impressive safety record.

It’s the kind of place where the hardest decision you’ll make is whether to bike or walk to that cozy café down the street.

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Oslo: Where equality and safety are the true Norwegian treasures

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Forget about hunting for Viking gold; in Oslo, the real treasure is its impressive safety record. Thanks to a robust social safety net and a focus on rehabilitation over punishment, Oslo has created a place where everyone gets a fair shot – and as a result, very few people take shots at breaking the law.

Munich: Where you can raise a stein without raising your guard

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Munich proves you can have your beer and drink it safely, too. Known for Oktoberfest, this city keeps things orderly even when millions of visitors descend for a massive beer festival.

It’s like the whole city has perfected the art of responsible fun.

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Bern: Where political stability translates to streets you can’t help but feel stable on

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Bern is like that friend who’s always got their life together – and makes you feel more put-together just by being around them. Bern has established an environment where getting lost in its charming old town might be the most significant risk, thanks to its efficient systems and political stability resembling clockwork.

Wellington: Where even the wind is more likely to knock you over than crime

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Wellington might be famous for its windy weather, but it’s infamous for its safety. You are more likely to be startled by a strong wind in this isolated capital than by any criminal activity.

It’s the kind of place where the local ‘neighborhood watch’ might be more concerned with watching out for stray Kiwi birds than for troublemakers.

Amsterdam: Where the only thing ‘criminal’ is how good the stroopwafels taste

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Amsterdam proves that a city can be both liberal and safe. With its pragmatic approach to, well, everything, this city has managed to create an environment where the most significant danger might be the temptation to eat one too many stroopwafels.

It’s a place where ‘coffee shops’ and safety coexist in a way that works surprisingly well.

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Seoul: Where technology makes you feel like you’re living in a safe sci-fi movie

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Seoul is like stepping into a safer version of Blade Runner. With its high-tech approach to everything, this city makes you feel like you’re being watched – in a good way.

It’s a place where your smartphone isn’t just for scrolling through social media; it’s an active participant in keeping you safe.

Taipei: Where respect for tradition meets modern-day safety

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In Taipei, traditional values and modern safety measures blend as seamlessly as the flavors in a bowl of beef noodle soup. It’s a city where respecting your elders and respecting the law go hand in hand, creating an environment where the most significant danger might be overeating at night markets.

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Helsinki: Where even the long, dark winters can’t dim the bright safety record

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Helsinki proves that you don’t need constant sunlight to shine when it comes to safety. Despite winters dark enough to star in a vampire movie, this city keeps things bright with its strong community spirit and trust in institutions.

It’s the kind of place where the most significant crime might be putting ketchup on your reindeer steak.

Calgary: Where economic opportunities and diversity create a melting pot of safety

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Calgary shows you can have a booming economy and low crime rates – it’s not an either-or situation. This Canadian city has created a place where diversity is celebrated, and opportunities are plentiful, resulting in a community where people are too busy thriving to even think about crime.

Doha: Where rapid development and traditional values create a uniquely safe modern oasis

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Doha is like watching a time-lapse video of a city growing up but with safety filters applied throughout. This rapidly developing city has managed to hold onto its traditional values while embracing modern security measures, creating a place where the old and new stand side by side – safely.

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Planning Your Next Worry-Free Adventure: Takeaways from the World’s Safest Cities

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There you have it—20 cities that prove that urban living doesn’t have to mean constantly looking over your shoulder. Whether through strict laws, community spirit, innovative technology, or a mix of all three, these places have cracked the code on urban safety. 

Who knows? Your next vacation may be to one of these urban safe havens. Even though these cities are secure, it is a good idea always to be cautious.

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