15 Cities Tourists Should Avoid in 2025

Traveling should be exciting. Meeting new people and seeing new places is an adventure. However, not all excitement is good. Sadly, some places we would love to visit are too dangerous for tourists. Whether because of war, civil unrest, crime, or other reasons, there are some cities you should not travel to this year. Before you get your heart set on a dream destination, check out these 15 cities tourists should avoid in 2025.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

There is nothing like experiencing Carnival in Rio, and when the 2016 Summer Olympics were held there, you might have felt some travel envy. But you’d be surprised to know that beyond the famous beaches, Rio struggles with gang violence and robberies. Tourist in hot spots are often targeted for their belongings.

Tijuana, Mexico

This Spring Breaker’s dream locale has turned into a den of cartels and related violence. Many people still frequent Tijuana as medical tourists looking for cheap surgical procedures, but even that has become risky. Local police lack resources to handle the explosion of crime and tourists are paying the price.

Cape Town, South Africa

The wineries and beaches of the southernmost tip of Africa are a huge draw for visitors. Unfortunately, the city is a volatile and violent place. There are gang problems and serious economic hardships. This can make tourists an easy target for opportunistic criminals.

Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Port-au-Prince, Haiti, is a tropical paradise that once had a thriving tourism industry. However, after natural disasters and political upheaval, the city is no longer safe. Tourists can’t count on having the basics like clean water and electricity. Plus, they face the possibility of being targeted for robbery or kidnapping.