{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/argentina/rosario","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T13:26:19.746Z","place":{"city":"Rosario","country":"Argentina","countryCode":"AR","lat":-32.94682,"lon":-60.63932},"safety":{"score":63,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":62,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":66,"travellerSentiment":{"score":50,"label":"Mixed","summary":"Traveler reports indicate mixed feelings of safety — while many enjoy the city without incident, others cite frequent petty crime and unease in less busy areas, especially after dark.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":55,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":57,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Yes — Rosario is moderately safe for travelers who exercise normal precautions, though street crime remains a concern.","summary":"Rosario's composite safety index of 70/100 reflects a generally safe environment for visitors, but elevated risks of robbery and pickpocketing persist, particularly in peripheral neighborhoods and crowded areas. While violent crime linked to narcotics trafficking is concentrated outside tourist zones, travelers should remain vigilant against theft and scams in central areas and on public transport.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Armed robbery and mugging risk is elevated, particularly in peripheral neighborhoods and on public transport; residents report high concern"},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching occur in crowded areas, markets, and on buses; exercise vigilance with belongings"},"safeAreas":["Pichincha","La Florida"],"avoidAreas":["Alberdi (high mugging and drug-related violence)","Empalme Graneros (organized crime and gang violence)","Barrio Ludueña (persistent drug trafficking and violence)"],"scams":["Mustard or bird poo distraction scams targeting foreigners in crowded areas","Unlicensed taxi drivers overcharging or taking longer routes, especially from Fisherton Airport","Fake police officers demanding to see wallets or passports to steal valuables"],"zones":[{"name":"Centro","level":"caution","note":"Petty theft and pickpocketing common in crowded areas; exercise normal precautions."},{"name":"Pichincha","level":"safe","note":"Residential area with lower crime; popular with visitors and well-patrolled."},{"name":"Fisherton","level":"caution","note":"Moderate risk of robbery and scams, especially near transport hubs; avoid isolated streets at night."},{"name":"Alberdi","level":"avoid","note":"High incidence of muggings and drug-related violence; peripheral barrio with elevated risk for random violence."},{"name":"Empalme Graneros","level":"avoid","note":"Known for organized crime activity and gang violence; avoid entirely, especially after dark."},{"name":"La Florida","level":"safe","note":"Affluent residential zone with low crime; safe for walking and dining during day and evening."},{"name":"Echesortu","level":"caution","note":"Mixed-use area with moderate theft risk; stay alert in markets and avoid flashing valuables."},{"name":"Barrio Ludueña","level":"avoid","note":"Peripheral barrio with persistent drug trafficking and violence; not suitable for tourists."}]}}