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As of July 2026, Isfahan scores 18/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: elevated risk — reconsider. No, Isfahan is not safe for travelers due to significant political instability, human rights concerns, and official government advisories recommending against all travel. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (moderate risk).
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Iran · Assessed 29 July 2026
18
/ 100
Safer than ~6% of countries
Score capped at 18 — Level 4 advisory — "Do Not Travel". No other indicator can raise the score above this.
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). FCDO advises against all travel to Iran FCDO advises against all travel to Iran.”
Updated 2026-07-22T18:36:21Z
Full advisory →Avoid all travel
“Canada's official risk level for Iran: avoid all travel.”
Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
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Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
ModerateWhile specific data for Isfahan is limited, general crime rates in Iran are moderate, with a risk of petty crime and potential for more serious incidents in areas with political unrest.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded tourist areas, markets, and on public transport.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Very Negative
49/100
Recent news indicates significant human rights concerns and public executions, creating a climate of fear and instability that would negatively impact traveler sentiment regarding safety.
No, Isfahan is not safe for travelers due to significant political instability, human rights concerns, and official government advisories recommending against all travel.
Official government advisories from Canada, the UK, and the US strongly recommend against all travel to Iran, including Isfahan. Recent reports highlight public executions and ongoing protests, indicating a volatile security situation. Travelers should be aware of potential risks associated with political instability and strict government regulations.
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Full briefing
Isfahan, Iran, presents a high-risk environment for travelers, and it is strongly advised to avoid all travel to the city. Official government advisories from Canada, the UK, and the US all recommend against any travel to Iran, citing significant safety and security concerns. These advisories are not to be taken lightly, as they often indicate a serious risk to personal safety.
The current situation in Isfahan is particularly concerning, with multiple reports from July 2026 detailing public executions of protesters. These events have drawn widespread international condemnation and highlight a volatile domestic situation. The presence of protests and the government's response, including executions, create an unpredictable and potentially dangerous atmosphere for any visitor.
While specific data on street crime like robbery and pickpocketing for Isfahan is not extensively detailed in the provided sources, the general crime index for Iran is moderate. However, the overriding concern for travelers is the political instability and the risk of being caught up in or targeted due to the current social and political climate. Travelers should be aware of potential scams, such as overcharging by taxi drivers or unsolicited solicitations.
Given the severe government advisories and the recent reports of public executions and protests, it is imperative for travelers to heed the warnings and reconsider any plans to visit Isfahan. If travel is absolutely unavoidable, extreme vigilance, strict adherence to local customs and laws, and avoidance of any public gatherings or demonstrations are essential. The risk of drawing unwanted attention or becoming inadvertently involved in sensitive situations is high.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 5 Isfahan districts for visitors, 4 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Isfahan safety map.
Outskirts of IsfahanavoidLess information available, and general advisories suggest avoiding non-essential travel to the country.
Naqsh-e Jahan Square AreacautionHigh tourist traffic, but recent reports of public executions and protests in the city warrant caution.
Jolfa DistrictcautionHistorically a Christian quarter, it's generally safe but subject to the same broader security concerns and potential for unrest.
Abbasi Hotel VicinitycautionA well-known landmark, but proximity to central areas means it could be affected by any public gatherings or demonstrations.
Chaharbagh AvenuecautionA major thoroughfare, generally safe for daytime transit, but be aware of potential for protests or increased security presence.
07 · After Dark
While specific data for Isfahan is limited, general crime rates in Iran are moderate, with a risk of petty crime and potential for more serious incidents in areas with political unrest.
After dark, be most careful around Outskirts of Isfahan, Naqsh-e Jahan Square Area, Jolfa District, Abbasi Hotel Vicinity. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Isfahan's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
09 · Questions
No, Isfahan is not safe for travelers due to significant political instability, human rights concerns, and official government advisories recommending against all travel. Official government advisories from Canada, the UK, and the US strongly recommend against all travel to Iran, including Isfahan. Recent reports highlight public executions and ongoing protests, indicating a volatile security situation. Travelers should be aware of potential risks associated with political instability and strict government regulations. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Field research flags Outskirts of Isfahan as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
Isfahan ranks #1 of 6 Iran destinations we've assessed, scoring 18/100. See the Iran safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 11+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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