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Is Milan safe? 🇮🇹
Italy · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Milan scores 82/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes. Milan is generally safe for visitors, though petty crime requires vigilance in tourist zones and at night. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (high risk) and tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Milan 🇮🇹
Italy · Assessed 9 October 2026
82
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime77/100GoodCrime index 47.4 / 100
Sentiment80/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories75Good
Stability77Good
Health88Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers Vatican City. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T11:59:55Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for Italy: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-09-29T04:08:45.526643-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Urban scale factor
1.4M residents
64
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.6 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Italy0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
98
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed robbery targeting tourists is rare but occasional incidents occur near Stazione Centrale at night.
Pickpocketing
HighWidespread on Metro Line 1 (Duomo to Cadorna), around Piazza del Duomo, and in crowded tourist zones; bag-snatching also reported on trams.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
80/100
Reported feel76Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk58High risk
76% of visitors report feeling safe walking alone after dark in Milan, per UN SDG data, though recent traveler reports note discomfort in station areas after 11pm.
Yes. Milan is generally safe for visitors, though petty crime requires vigilance in tourist zones and at night.
Milan has low violent crime and a homicide rate of 0.6 per 100k, but pickpocketing and scams are common in crowded areas like Stazione Centrale, Piazza del Duomo, and on Metro Line 1. Violent incidents affecting tourists are rare, though occasional robberies occur near the station after dark.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Italian police stopped a robbery targeting American tourists in Milan— ABC News
- Oct 2026Italy deported two foreign nationals suspected of attacking a Milan Chabad emissary— The Jerusalem Post
- Sep 2026Italian Apple store employees struck on iPhone 18 Pro launch day— Reuters
- Aug 2026Milan labeled Italy's most dangerous city in a tourist-focused report despite low violent crime— AOL.com
Common scams
- Fake helpers at ATMs and ticket machines in Stazione Centrale
- Bracelet and rose sellers near Piazza del Duomo
- Unlicensed taxi overcharging from Malpensa Airport
Full briefing
Milan remains one of Italy's safest major cities for visitors, with violent crime against tourists being uncommon. The homicide rate is low at 0.6 per 100k, and terrorism-related deaths have been zero in recent years. However, petty theft is a persistent issue, particularly pickpocketing on Metro Line 1 between Duomo and Cadorna, around Piazza del Duomo, and in the perimeter of Stazione Centrale after 11pm. Organized scam networks operate near the Duomo, where fake helpers distract tourists while accomplices steal cash or belongings returned by ticket machines.
Recent reports confirm ongoing risks: in October 2026, Italian police intercepted a robbery attempt targeting American tourists, and two foreign nationals were deported for suspected involvement in an attack on a Milan Chabad emissary. Travelers should avoid unmarked individuals offering assistance with ATMs or ticket machines at night, especially around Stazione Centrale. Pickpocket teams often operate on crowded trams and metro lines during daytime, using distraction techniques in tourist hotspots.
To stay safe, keep valuables secure and avoid displaying wallets or phones in back pockets. Use only registered taxis or rideshare apps from official ranks, particularly when arriving at Malpensa Airport. While areas like Brera, Navigli, and Isola are lively and secure, exercise increased caution in Quarto Oggiaro, Corvetto, and zones immediately surrounding the central station after dark. Most visitors report feeling safe during the day, but nighttime awareness is essential in transit hubs.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Milan districts for visitors: 4 safer, 2 needing caution and 2 best avoided. See them plotted on the Milan safety map.
Quarto OggiaroavoidNorthern suburb with higher rates of property crime and occasional violent incidents; not on tourist routes.
CorvettoavoidSoutheastern district with elevated crime, particularly theft and drug-related activity; exercise caution if visiting.
Duomo / Centro StoricocautionMajor tourist hub; high pickpocket risk around cathedral and shopping galleries, especially M1 metro line.
Stazione CentralecautionMain train station; petty theft and scams increase after dark, avoid unofficial helpers offering ticket/ATM aid.
BrerasaferUpscale arts district with low crime; popular and well-patrolled by day and night.
NaviglisaferLively canal area with bars and restaurants; safe until late night, watch for pickpockets in crowds.
IsolasaferTrendy, residential zone with good safety; popular with locals and expats, minimal violent crime.
Porta VeneziasaferCentral, well-connected area near parks and embassies; generally safe, standard vigilance for belongings advised.
07 · After Dark
Is Milan safe at night?
76% of people in Italy say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Armed robbery targeting tourists is rare but occasional incidents occur near Stazione Centrale at night.
After dark, be most careful around Quarto Oggiaro, Corvetto, Duomo / Centro Storico, Stazione Centrale. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Milan safety FAQ (2026)
Is Milan safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Milan is generally safe for visitors, though petty crime requires vigilance in tourist zones and at night. Milan has low violent crime and a homicide rate of 0.6 per 100k, but pickpocketing and scams are common in crowded areas like Stazione Centrale, Piazza del Duomo, and on Metro Line 1. Violent incidents affecting tourists are rare, though occasional robberies occur near the station after dark. (Assessed 9 October 2026.)
Is Milan safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Milan 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.
Which areas of Milan should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Quarto Oggiaro, Corvetto as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Milan (2026)?
- Fake helpers at ATMs and ticket machines in Stazione Centrale
- Bracelet and rose sellers near Piazza del Duomo
- Unlicensed taxi overcharging from Malpensa Airport
How does Milan compare with other places in Italy (2026)?
Milan ranks #9 of 9 Italy destinations we've assessed, scoring 82/100. See the Italy safety overview for the full list.
How is this milan safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ 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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