Syria · Safety report last updated
As of July 2026, Aleppo scores 18/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: elevated risk — reconsider. No — Aleppo is not safe for travelers. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (high risk).
Safety Report
IsMyTripSafe.com
Syria · 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 Syria FCDO advises against all travel to Syria due to unpredictable security conditions and the threat of terrorist attacks.”
Updated 2026-07-22T12:44:11Z
Full advisory →Avoid all travel
“Canada's official risk level for Syria: 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
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
HighReports of armed robbery, including violent incidents like a van driver injured during a robbery in the Aleppo countryside, indicate a significant risk.
Pickpocketing
ModerateWhile specific pickpocketing data is scarce, general crime levels and the presence of crowds in markets could pose a risk.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Very Negative
36/100
Traveler sentiment is overwhelmingly negative due to ongoing conflict and security concerns. Reports from sources like The Guardian highlight that claims of safety are at odds with the human rights situation and ongoing risks.
No — Aleppo is not safe for travelers.
All official government advisories strongly recommend avoiding all travel to Syria, including Aleppo, due to unpredictable security conditions and the threat of terrorist attacks. While there are some reports of renewed tourism interest and new flight routes, these do not negate the severe risks.
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Full briefing
The safety assessment for Aleppo, Syria, is unequivocally that it is not safe for travelers. All official government advisories from the UK, Canada, and implicitly the US (through its Level 4 advisory) strongly recommend avoiding all travel to Syria due to the unpredictable security situation and the persistent threat of terrorist attacks. These advisories are the most critical factor for any potential visitor.
While some recent reports suggest a push for tourism and the introduction of new flight routes, such as Dan Air from Bucharest, these developments do not override the severe and ongoing risks. The multi-database profile indicates a high-risk environment, with low scores in conflict and terrorism, political stability, and rule of law. The crime index is high, and specific incidents like armed robberies, including one that resulted in injury in the Aleppo countryside in July 2026, highlight the tangible dangers. Furthermore, a tragic home invasion in March 2026 that resulted in the death of an Armenian educator underscores the vulnerability of residents and potentially visitors.
The general security situation is volatile, with protests reported in May 2026 against a Turkish military base and in January 2026 related to wider conflict fears. These events, coupled with the general instability, mean that even seemingly safe areas can become dangerous quickly. The risk of robbery is considered high, and while specific pickpocketing data is limited, the general crime environment suggests a moderate to high risk in crowded areas. Travelers should also be aware of potential scams and the possibility of extortion.
Given the official advisories and the documented security incidents, travel to Aleppo is strongly discouraged. If one must travel to Syria, it is imperative to heed all government warnings, maintain an extremely low profile, avoid any political activity or demonstrations, and be constantly aware of your surroundings. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential, though obtaining coverage for Syria may be challenging. The health risks, including global polio, dengue, and measles alerts, add another layer of concern to an already dangerous destination.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 6 Aleppo districts for visitors, 3 needing caution and 3 best avoided. See them plotted on the Aleppo safety map.
Old CityavoidExtensive damage and ongoing security concerns due to past conflict.
Al-HamidiyahavoidSimilar to Old City, significant damage and instability.
Aleppo Countryside (Western)avoidRecent reports of armed robbery and general insecurity.
SuleimaniyehcautionResidential area with some commercial activity, but subject to general instability and potential for crime.
New AleppocautionMore modern area, but still affected by the country's overall security situation and potential for petty crime.
Aleppo University DistrictcautionStudent population may lead to increased petty crime; general security situation applies.
07 · After Dark
Reports of armed robbery, including violent incidents like a van driver injured during a robbery in the Aleppo countryside, indicate a significant risk.
After dark, be most careful around Old City, Al-Hamidiyah, Aleppo Countryside (Western), Suleimaniyeh. 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 Aleppo's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
09 · Questions
No — Aleppo is not safe for travelers. All official government advisories strongly recommend avoiding all travel to Syria, including Aleppo, due to unpredictable security conditions and the threat of terrorist attacks. While there are some reports of renewed tourism interest and new flight routes, these do not negate the severe risks. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Field research flags Old City, Al-Hamidiyah, Aleppo Countryside (Western) as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
Aleppo ranks #1 of 3 Syria destinations we've assessed, scoring 18/100. See the Syria 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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