Go, but pay attention.
Grenada’s risk score ticked up to 79 today, and while the UK and Canada remain at level 1, the US maintains a level 2 advisory. Watch for the global measles notice before you book.
Governments, one trip
What they're telling their own citizens about Grenada
The real score
The breakdown
See it from your perspective
Go, but pay attention.
The general Sketch Score, unweighted for any specific traveler.
Staying healthy
What to watch out for, health-wise
Active notices
- • Global Measles
Vaccines
Recommended:
From people who've been there
Local know-how
Staying safe
- •Grenada is a safe country and enjoys the lowest crime rate in the Caribbean region. Please keep it that way by safeguarding valuables and not flashing bling.
- •Beware of the sun. Grenada is only 12 degrees north of the equator and you can burn quickly even if it's cloudy and the breeze is keeping you cool. Seek the shade, use a parasol, wear a wide…
- •Allow for the high humidity: it can top 90%, and anything above 60% is unpleasant. Drink plenty of water (the tap water is safe), though on humid days your sweat cannot evaporate quickly to keep your body cool.
- •Mosquitoes are more of a nuisance than a danger: it's rare for them to carry serious diseases such as malaria.
- •Your accommodation will know of local primary care doctors available to make house calls.
Adapted from Wikivoyage, CC BY-SA — edited by travelers, not us.
Real talk
What travelers actually say
Travelers who have spent time in Grenada consistently report a high sense of personal safety and a low crime rate. The island is described as welcoming, with friendly locals and a notable absence of scammers. Visitors find it safe to explore less touristy areas independently, and the overall environment lacks the exclusionary, resort-heavy vibe found elsewhere in the Caribbean. There are no specific warnings regarding violent crime, transport dangers, or common tourist scams. The consensus is that Grenada offers a comfortable balance of accessibility and local integration, making it a reliable choice for those who prioritize safety while seeking an authentic experience outside of private, all-inclusive bubbles.
“In particular we felt like the balance of lowish prices, low crime rate/feeling of safety/everyone being intensely friendly, and the island not being intensely touristy or excluding locals were all excellent.
— r/travel
“Low crime rate, super friendly locals, few to no scammers, very safe to be in less touristy areas.
— r/travel
Pack this, know this
The little things that trip people up
Plug & voltage
G · 230V
Driving side
left
Emergency
police: 911 / ambulance: 911 / fire: 911
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- us-state — observed 2026-07-12
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- cdc-health — observed 2026-07-12
- wikivoyage — observed 2026-07-12
- reddit — observed 2026-07-12
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- lgbtq-legal-wikipedia — observed 2026-07-12