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Is Perugia safe? 🇮🇹
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As of August 2026, Perugia scores 77/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes — Perugia is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime but moderate pickpocketing and scam risks requiring standard precautions. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Perugia 🇮🇹
Italy · Assessed 26 August 2026
77
/ 100
Yes — generally safe
Safer than ~83% of countries
What drives this score
Crime81/100GoodCrime index 47.4 / 100
Sentiment84/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories50Caution
Stability75Good
Health86Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Caution
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers Vatican City. Wildfires in Italy There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer in Italy as temperatures continue to soar.”
Updated 2026-08-17T09:00:23Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for Italy: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-08-18T15:06:19.1385924-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Urban scale factor
120k residents
86
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.6 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Italy0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
98
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent robbery against visitors is rare and typically isolated, occurring late at night in poorly lit peripheral neighborhoods
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing is common in crowded tourist spots, bus terminals, and during peak summer festivals, especially around the historic centre and university districts
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
84/100
Reported feel76Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
76% of visitors report feeling safe walking alone after dark in Perugia, indicating a generally positive day-to-day safety perception among travelers
Yes — Perugia is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime but moderate pickpocketing and scam risks requiring standard precautions.
Perugia scores highly on homicide, terrorism, and environmental safety, with a composite index of 83/100 indicating it is safer than ~90% of countries. While violent crime against visitors is rare, petty theft and tourist-targeted scams occur, particularly in crowded areas and during peak season. Visitors report feeling safe walking alone after dark at a rate of 76%, reflecting overall positive sentiment.
Recent developments
- Aug 2026Mount Etna eruption causing flight disruptions due to ash cloud, affecting travel to and from southern Italy— UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
- Jul 2026Wildfire risk remains high across Italy during summer due to soaring temperatures, with green-level alerts in nearby regions— UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
- May 2025U.S. State Department raised alert level for Italy travel due to terrorism threat— stripes.com
Common scams
- Friendship bracelet scams where strangers tie bracelets on wrists and demand payment
- Taxi overcharging or fake police officers demanding fines for invented violations
- Restaurant overcharging, especially on tourist menus or via hidden coperto charges
- Ticket cons for attractions or events sold at inflated prices by unofficial vendors
Full briefing
Perugia presents a generally safe environment for travelers, underpinned by low levels of violent crime and strong performance in health, environment, and governance indicators. With a homicide rate of just 0.6 per 100,000 — comparable to Switzerland and far below global averages — and no recorded terrorism deaths in recent years, the city poses minimal risk of serious violent incidents. The U.S. State Department’s Level 2 advisory for Italy is based on nationwide terrorism concerns, not specific threats to Perugia, and both the UK and Canadian advisories emphasize wildfire risks during summer rather than urban crime. Travelers consistently describe Perugia as relaxed and walkable, with a strong local identity and fewer crowds than destinations like Rome or Florence.
On the ground, the primary safety concerns are petty crime and scams, which align with patterns seen across Italy’s tourist areas. Pickpocketing occurs most frequently in crowded settings such as the historic centre, university zo
06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Perugia districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Perugia safety map.
FontiveggeavoidArea around Perugia railway station with higher reports of petty theft, drug activity, and vagrancy; exercise caution, especially at night
Centro Storico (Historic Centre)cautionGenerally safe during day but pickpocketing risk in crowded areas like Piazza IV Novembre and Corso Vannucci, especially during festivals and student events
San SistocautionUniversity district with student population; generally safe but increased pickpocketing risk near transport hubs and during late-night gatherings
Pian di MassianocautionArea near sports facilities and MiniMetrò terminus; generally safe but isolated after dark with occasional reports of opportunistic theft
Borgo BellosaferResidential neighbourhood north of centre with low crime, popular with students and expats; well-lit streets and active community
Ponte San GiovannisaferWestern residential area with low crime rates, good local amenities, and minimal tourist-targeted incidents
ElcesaferSouthern residential zone with strong community presence, low violent crime, and minimal reports of tourist scams or theft
Monte MalbesaferGreen, upscale area on city outskirts with very low crime, popular for hiking and residential living; minimal safety concerns
07 · After Dark
Is Perugia safe at night?
76% of people in Italy say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Violent robbery against visitors is rare and typically isolated, occurring late at night in poorly lit peripheral neighborhoods
After dark, be most careful around Fontivegge, Centro Storico (Historic Centre), San Sisto, Pian di Massiano. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Perugia safety FAQ (2026)
Is Perugia safe right now (2026)?
Yes — Perugia is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime but moderate pickpocketing and scam risks requiring standard precautions. Perugia scores highly on homicide, terrorism, and environmental safety, with a composite index of 83/100 indicating it is safer than ~90% of countries. While violent crime against visitors is rare, petty theft and tourist-targeted scams occur, particularly in crowded areas and during peak season. Visitors report feeling safe walking alone after dark at a rate of 76%, reflecting overall positive sentiment. (Assessed 26 August 2026.)
Is Perugia safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Perugia 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 Perugia should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Fontivegge as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Perugia (2026)?
- Friendship bracelet scams where strangers tie bracelets on wrists and demand payment
- Taxi overcharging or fake police officers demanding fines for invented violations
- Restaurant overcharging, especially on tourist menus or via hidden coperto charges
- Ticket cons for attractions or events sold at inflated prices by unofficial vendors
How does Perugia compare with other places in Italy (2026)?
Perugia ranks #9 of 9 Italy destinations we've assessed, scoring 77/100. See the Italy safety overview for the full list.
How is this perugia 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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