{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/colombia/villa-de-leyva","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T18:01:06.268Z","place":{"city":"Villa de Leyva","country":"Colombia","countryCode":"CO","lat":5.63413,"lon":-73.52438},"safety":{"score":64,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":63,"confidence":0.87,"caps":[],"databaseScore":61,"travellerSentiment":{"score":76,"label":"Cautiously Optimistic","summary":"While specific recent sentiment data for Villa de Leyva is limited, general travel advice for Colombia suggests a need for caution. The town's focus on tourism, as highlighted in some reports, indicates an effort to create a welcoming environment, but awareness of potential risks remains important.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":55,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":92,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":60,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller Sentiment","score":76,"tier":1},{"key":"advisories","label":"Advisories","score":72,"tier":2},{"key":"stability","label":"Stability","score":53,"tier":2},{"key":"health","label":"Health & Air","score":64,"tier":2}]},"advisories":[{"source":"UK Foreign Office (FCDO)","level":3,"label":"Advises against all-but-essential travel to parts","updated":"2026-06-22T15:51:45Z","url":"https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/colombia"},{"source":"Government of Canada","level":2,"label":"Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional 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Colombia","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/yellow-fever-colombia"},{"level":"Alert","title":"Global Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[{"kind":"Drought","severity":"green","title":"Drought is on going in Colombia, , Ecuador, Panama, Venezuela","distanceKm":172}],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Villa de Leyva is generally safe for visitors, but requires a moderate degree of caution due to its national context and specific risks.","summary":"While Villa de Leyva itself is a popular and relatively safe tourist destination, Colombia as a country has a higher homicide rate than many developed nations. Travelers should be aware of petty crime, particularly in crowded areas, and exercise caution, especially at night. Health precautions are also advised.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"While the national homicide rate is high, Villa de Leyva is a tourist town with a lower risk of violent robbery for visitors. Be aware of your surroundings and avoid displaying valuables."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded areas such as the main plaza and markets. Keep valuables secure and out of sight."},"safeAreas":["Plaza Mayor","El Centro (Historic Center)","Barrio Las Acacias"],"avoidAreas":[],"scams":["Overcharging by taxis or vendors","Distraction theft"],"zones":[{"name":"Plaza Mayor","level":"safe","note":"The main square is well-trafficked and generally safe during the day."},{"name":"El Centro (Historic Center)","level":"safe","note":"The colonial streets are safe for exploration, especially during daylight hours."},{"name":"Barrio Las Acacias","level":"safe","note":"A residential area with a low crime profile, safe for visitors."},{"name":"Barrio La Candelaria","level":"caution","note":"While generally safe, be aware of your surroundings, especially after dark."},{"name":"Outskirts/Rural Roads","level":"caution","note":"Areas outside the main town can have reduced visibility and potentially higher risks."}]}}