Thinking about your first solo trip? Or maybe you’ve already racked up a few passport stamps and are hunting for your next adventure? Either way, Southeast Asia should be whispering your name. It’s safe, it won’t eat your budget alive, and the travel community here is full of women who get it—women like you who want adventure, connection, and a little bit of magic. You’ll wander through golden temples, sink into $5 massages, slurp noodles at midnight, and chase sunsets that might just make you forget your ex’s name entirely.
Here’s our Solo Girl's Travel Guide approved guide to the best spots in Southeast Asia—places where you can roam freely, meet travel sisters who will become your tribe for live, and live your unapologetic main-character life.
The Best Places to Travel as
a Solo Female Traveler
🌺 Bali, Indonesia
Bali is basically the poster child for solo female travel—and honestly, it’s earned the crown. This island somehow nails the perfect mix of spiritual energy, beach days, and cafés so pretty you’ll feel compelled to journal about “finding yourself” while sipping a neon-pink dragonfruit smoothie. And the best part? Bali’s traveler scene is ridiculously social—you’ll bump into other solo women everywhere, from hostel rooftops to boutique co-working spaces, and probably end up with friends who will become your sisters for life.
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🐚 Thailand
Thailand is basically solo travel on “easy mode.” You’ve got ultra-safe cities, friendly locals, and one of the most well-worn backpacker trails in the world. It’s nearly impossible to feel lonely here—Thailand is a magnet for solo travelers, Start in Bangkok for a hit of night markets, temples, and rooftop bars, then hop a train north to Chiang Mai for elephant sanctuaries and cooking classes. If beaches are calling your name, island-hop through Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, and Railay. Oh and the budget-friendly prices mean you can splurge on a $10 massage every single day.
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🏝️ Cambodia
Cambodia is often overshadowed by its flashier neighbors, but it’s a solo travel gem waiting for you to explore. Angkor Wat at sunrise is the bucket list moment, and the nearby town of Siem Reap is packed with cute cafés and markets to wander. Down south, you’ve got Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem—two islands with turquoise water, hammocks on the beach, and zero stress. Cambodia is also one of the friendliest countries in Southeast Asia, so even first-time solo travelers will feel right at home.
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🌾 Vietnam
Vietnam is a solo female traveler’s dream if you love epic scenery and mouthwatering food. Hanoi’s Old Quarter is chaotic in the best way, Ho Chi Minh City has all the rooftop bars you could wish for, and Ha Long Bay’s limestone cliffs are straight-up movie-worthy. Don’t skip Hội An—this lantern-lit town feels like a fairytale (plus, you can get a custom-made dress in 24 hours). Traveling solo here is easy thanks to Vietnam’s excellent bus and train network, and the street food is so cheap you’ll question why you ever paid $15 for pho back home.
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💮 South Korea
If you’re looking for a mix of K-pop energy, high-tech cities, and jaw-dropping nature, South Korea delivers. Seoul is buzzing 24/7—think themed cafés, street food stalls, and neighborhoods that feel like a movie set. Hop on a train to Busan for beaches and fresh seafood, or escape to Jeju Island for volcanic landscapes and hiking trails. South Korea is incredibly safe for women traveling alone, and the public transport is so efficient you’ll feel like you’re in a real-life K-drama montage.
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🎡 Singapore
Singapore is small, polished, and ridiculously easy to navigate—perfect if you’re a solo traveler who loves a good mix of cultures, food, and spotless streets. Spend your mornings exploring Chinatown and Little India, your afternoons shopping on Orchard Road, and your evenings at Marina Bay Sands or the futuristic Gardens by the Bay. Yes, it’s pricier than its neighbors, but the food courts (hawker centers) mean you can eat incredible meals for a few dollars. Plus, Singapore’s safety rating is off the charts, so you can wander late at night without worry.
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