Is Uruguay Safe to Visit?

Safety analysis across 3 cities · Updated 2026

7.7

out of 10

Generally Safe

Safety Score Breakdown

Petty Crime

6.9

Violent Crime

8.2

Scam Risk

7.6

Women’s Safety

8.1

Night Safety

7.1

Transport

7.6

Natural Hazards

8.1

✅ Safest Cities in Uruguay

Colonia del Sacramento8.5 Punta del Este7.6 Montevideo6.9

⚠️ Higher Risk Cities

Montevideo6.9 Punta del Este7.6 Colonia del Sacramento8.5

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All Cities in Uruguay

Colonia del SacramentoGenerally Safe8.5 Punta del EsteGenerally Safe7.6 MontevideoModerate Caution6.9