India · Safety report last updated
As of July 2026, Ahmedabad scores 69/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes — Ahmedabad is one of India's safest major cities for visitors, with low violent crime and rare targeted scams against tourists. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
IsMyTripSafe.com
India · Assessed 29 July 2026
69
/ 100
Safer than ~71% of countries
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
Advises against all travel to parts of the country
“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel India-Pakistan border area FCDO advises against all travel within 10km of the India-Pakistan border.”
Updated 2026-07-09T13:54:18Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for India: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed or violent robbery targeting tourists is extremely rare; most incidents involve local disputes, not visitor‑focused theft.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag‑snatching occur mainly in crowded markets and during large gatherings; vigilance in such areas reduces risk.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
84/100
Recent traveler forums and surveys indicate visitors generally feel safe walking during daylight, though some express concern about heat and occasional scams in tourist hotspots.
Yes — Ahmedabad is one of India's safest major cities for visitors, with low violent crime and rare targeted scams against tourists.
Composite safety data places Ahmedabad well above global averages for homicide and overall safety, though governance scores are modest and heat poses a seasonal hazard. Visitor sentiment remains positive, with most reports highlighting friendly locals and effective policing, while recent incidents involve routine traffic risks and isolated petty crime.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Ahmedabad combines a rich cultural heritage with a reputation for relative safety, especially when measured against other Indian metros. The composite safety index of 71 and a homicide rate of 2.8 per 100 k place it well ahead of the global average, while visitor‑reported sentiment scores around 78 / 100 show most travellers feel comfortable during daylight hours. Recent dossier items confirm this: a June 2026 LocalCircles survey highlighted heightened awareness among flyers after the Air India crash, and multiple July 2026 news reports documented student protests that resulted in detentions but did not target tourists. The most tangible risks are everyday hazards — intense July heat (highs near 34 °C) and moderate pickpocket activity in bustling markets such as Law Garden and the Sabarmati Riverfront area, where bag‑snatching has been noted in travel guides. Violent robbery remains low; no recent incidents specifically involving tourists have been recorded.
Scams that commonly affect visitors include overcharging for rides, unofficial guides inflating ticket prices at heritage sites, and petty theft in crowded bazaars. The UK Foreign Office and Canadian advisories both counsel exercising a high degree of caution, primarily due to regional political sensitivities and occasional civil unrest, not because Ahmedabad itself is inherently unsafe. To stay safe, use licensed ride‑hailing services, keep valuables concealed, and avoid confronting aggressive street vendors. Carry only a copy of your passport, stay hydrated, and monitor weather alerts for heat spikes. By following these straightforward precautions, travelers can enjoy Ahmedabad’s historic sites and vibrant street life with confidence.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 5 Ahmedabad districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Ahmedabad safety map.
Old Citycautioncaution: pickpocketing and petty scams in crowded markets and historic areas, stay alert after dark
Ellisbridgecautioncaution: busy commercial hub, occasional petty theft, avoid isolated streets after dark
Navrangpurasafersafe: residential and commercial area with good police presence, low crime reported
South Bopalsafersafe: well-developed suburb, low incident rates, recommended for visitors
Maninagarsafersafe: residential area with strong community policing, generally safe for travelers
07 · After Dark
Armed or violent robbery targeting tourists is extremely rare; most incidents involve local disputes, not visitor‑focused theft.
After dark, be most careful around Old City, Ellisbridge. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Yes — Ahmedabad is one of India's safest major cities for visitors, with low violent crime and rare targeted scams against tourists. Composite safety data places Ahmedabad well above global averages for homicide and overall safety, though governance scores are modest and heat poses a seasonal hazard. Visitor sentiment remains positive, with most reports highlighting friendly locals and effective policing, while recent incidents involve routine traffic risks and isolated petty crime. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Ahmedabad report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Old City (especially after dark due to petty theft); Ellisbridge (isolated streets after dark). See the district-by-district safety map.
Ahmedabad ranks #9 of 9 India destinations we've assessed, scoring 69/100. See the India safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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