{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/turkiye/kusadasi","updatedAt":"2026-09-30T14:10:41.115Z","place":{"city":"Kusadasi","country":"Türkiye","countryCode":"TR","lat":37.86014,"lon":27.25713},"safety":{"score":67,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":68,"confidence":0.92,"caps":[],"databaseScore":65,"travellerSentiment":{"score":78,"label":"Mostly positive","summary":"Recent traveler reports describe feeling generally safe during daylight, but many note heightened vigilance needed after dark and in crowded venues.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":59,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":92,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":65,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Research"}],"healthNotices":[{"level":"Alert","title":"Global 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":[{"kind":"Flood","severity":"green","title":"flood alert in Türkiye","distanceKm":389}],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Yes — Kusadasi is generally safe for visitors, but exercise a high degree of caution due to petty crime and scams.","summary":"Kusadasi has a moderate safety profile with low violent crime against tourists but notable risks of pickpocketing and scams in crowded areas. Visitors report feeling safe during daylight but advise heightened vigilance after dark and in busy venues like markets and the waterfront.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"Armed robbery against tourists is rare; most incidents involve opportunistic theft in crowded markets or nightlife areas."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing is common in busy spots such as the Grand Bazaar, promenade, and dolmuş rides during peak season."},"safeAreas":["Kuşadası Beachfront (Ladies Beach, Long Beach)","Neighbourhood of Güvercinlik (Pigeon Island)","Residential Zone of Yılmazköy"],"avoidAreas":[],"scams":["Taxi overcharging and unofficial drivers","Fake tour operators near the cruise terminal","Inflated prices in shops and restaurants","Currency exchange fraud","Street distraction scams (e.g., bracelet offers)","Cruise pier coin vendor and carpet detour schemes"],"zones":[{"name":"Kuşadası City Centre","level":"caution","note":"Petty theft and scams common in crowded areas like Grand Bazaar and waterfront promenade, especially during peak tourist hours."},{"name":"Kuşadası Cruise Port Area","level":"caution","note":"High tourist density increases pickpocketing and taxi scam risks; remain alert with belongings and agree on fares in advance."},{"name":"Kuşadası Beachfront (Ladies Beach, Long Beach)","level":"safe","note":"Well-patrolled and family-friendly during daylight; avoid isolated stretches after dark due to reduced lighting and occasional opportunistic theft."},{"name":"Neighbourhood of Güvercinlik (Pigeon Island)","level":"safe","note":"Popular tourist spot with strong visibility and police presence; minimal crime reported, ideal for daytime visits and sunset views."},{"name":"Kuşadası Nightlife District (Bar Street area)","level":"caution","note":"Increased risk of overcharging, petty theft, and scams targeting intoxicated visitors after midnight; use licensed transport and monitor drinks."},{"name":"Residential Zone of Yılmazköy","level":"safe","note":"Quiet local neighbourhood with low tourist footfall; minimal crime incidents and considered safe for visitors staying in guesthouses or rentals."},{"name":"Road to Güzelçamlı and Dilek Peninsula National Park","level":"caution","note":"Scenic route with occasional reports of unofficial taxi overcharging and roadside scams; use licensed tours or agreed fares when travelling."}]}}