{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/mexico/tampico","updatedAt":"2026-10-07T05:14:55.197Z","place":{"city":"Tampico","country":"Mexico","countryCode":"MX","lat":22.28519,"lon":-97.87777},"safety":{"score":50,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":41,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":51,"travellerSentiment":{"score":43,"label":"Mixed to negative","summary":"Recent traveler reports indicate feeling unsafe after dark and during transit, though some note daytime areas like the historic center feel secure with caution.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":45,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":58,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":47,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Population affected by Category 1 (120 km/h) wind speeds or higher is 0.729 million .","distanceKm":297}],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"No. Tampico remains unsafe for visitors due to the state-level Do Not Travel advisory for Tamaulipas and persistent violent crime.","summary":"Despite Tampico's local recovery narrative, the U.S. State Department rates Tamaulipas Level 4: Do Not Travel, overriding city-level perceptions of safety. Visitors face elevated risks of robbery and pickpocketing, particularly in crowded areas and after dark, with scams targeting tourists remaining common.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Armed robbery and mugging risk is elevated for visitors, particularly at night in downtown and near the port area."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in crowded markets, bus stations, and along the malecón, especially during daytime."},"safeAreas":["Playa Miramar","Laguna del Carpintero","Zona Dorada"],"avoidAreas":["Altamira Industrial Zone (industrial area with cargo theft risks and minimal tourist presence)"],"scams":["Fake taxi drivers overcharging or taking tourists to isolated areas","Timeshare or vacation club pressure sales in hotel zones"],"zones":[{"name":"Centro Histórico","level":"caution","note":"Petty theft and pickpocketing reported, especially near Plaza de Armas and malecón after dark."},{"name":"Playa Miramar","level":"safe","note":"Popular beach area with regular police patrols; safe for daytime visitors but avoid isolated spots at night."},{"name":"Ciudad Madero (adjacent urban zone)","level":"caution","note":"Shares Tampico's security profile; higher foot traffic reduces risk, but remain alert for bag snatching in markets."},{"name":"Altamira Industrial Zone","level":"avoid","note":"Industrial area with limited tourist presence; infrequent patrols and reports of cargo theft make it unsuitable for visitors."},{"name":"Laguna del Carpintero","level":"safe","note":"Urban park with active community use and visible security; safe for daytime walks and jogging."},{"name":"Fraccionamiento Villa Rica","level":"caution","note":"Residential area with moderate crime; avoid walking alone after 10 PM due to infrequent lighting and patrols."},{"name":"Zona Dorada (hotel corridor)","level":"safe","note":"Tourist-focused zone with hotel security and regular police presence; low incidence of violent crime against visitors."},{"name":"Mercado Municipal","level":"caution","note":"Crowded market increases pickpocket risk; keep valuables secure and avoid displaying expensive items."}]}}