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Feeling unsafe while walking alone at night is a shared experience for many women globally. In fact, a lot of women would rather run into a wild bear than a man. To address this, Verona has launched “Taxi Rosa”, a special taxi service aimed at ensuring women’s safety during late-night outings. City officials recently launched this initiative, which would provide women with a reliable and secure way to travel, offering peace of mind and freedom from worry. Similar “Pink Taxi” programs already exist in other Italian cities and abroad, serving as a model for Verona’s implementation. For the women of Verona (and solo female travelers), this provides the much needed peace of mind enabling them to reach their destination without worry.
Taxi Rosa sets itself apart from a traditional taxi service a few different ways:
- All female staff, with 15 different drivers for the city.
- All taxis have non-stop serviellance cameras running
- Taxis do not leave until they see you enter your home and close the door behind you.
Taxi Rosa Contact Information
Phone/Whatsapp: 045 532666
Email: info@radiotaxiverona.it
Webpage: Taxi Rosa
Other Female Safety Services in Verona
DonneXStrada: Non-Profit for Safety from Gender Violence
Worried about walking alone at night? DonneXStrada is a non-profit that’s there for you. This free service connects you with a volunteer through a private Instagram video call, providing virtual companionship and a sense of security. Forget holding your phone poised for an emergency call to a friend – DonneXStrada offers 24/7 support, a message away. Just reach out to @donnexstrada on Instagram, whether you’re in Italy or abroad, and feel safer on your journey. Their website is also located here: https://donnexstrada.org/
Viola Walk Home App
Another option when walking alone at night, or just feeling unsafe, is the Viola app. This easy-to-use app offers several features to help boost your safety:
- Virtual Companionship: Download the app, tap the blue button, and connect with a friendly volunteer for a virtual walk-and-talk, deterring potential threats and easing your worries.
- Recorded Calls: For added security, calls are recorded, serving as evidence if needed.
- SOS Button: Feeling in immediate danger? Press the red SOS button to instantly alert your police and emergency contacts.
- Safe Route Planning: Enter your destination on the map, and VIOLA will suggest the safest path.
- Purple Points: Feeling vulnerable? The map also shows nearby “Purple Points” – helpful places like shops and community centers offering refuge in emergencies.
Download the app here, and know that you have virtual companions and immediate assistance at your fingertips.
Know of Any More Women-Centric Safety options in Verona?
Overall, Verona is a safe city, especially in the historic districts. However, we always advise and support women in having safer transportation options, and extra layers of security like the Viola app, or DonneXStrada non-profit. If you have any additional women-centered services for the Verona/Veneto regions, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment below so we can add them to this article!
And for ALL transportation options in Verona, read our guide on How to Get Around Verona Like a Local!
For a solo female travelers looking for a female-only hostel, read this article on The Best Hostels in Verona!
