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Safety Overview
Major tourist destination centered around the Taj Mahal. High tout and scam activity near monuments. Well-policed at major sites but exercise caution elsewhere.
Women's Safety
Major monuments (Taj Mahal, Agra Fort) are well-patrolled with security. Avoid auto-rickshaws alone at night. Sadar Bazaar area gets crowded—keep belongings secure. Use hotel-arranged transport. Reports of persistent touts following female tourists—be firm in declining.
Scam Alerts
Fake marble/handicraft shops near Taj, taxi/auto drivers taking you to commission shops, fake guides with copied ID cards, inflated entry fee claims, gem export scams, shops claiming free entry with purchase.
Transport Safety
Pre-paid autos from the station. Use Uber/Ola when available. Government-approved guides at Taj Mahal are recommended. Train from Delhi is the safest way to arrive.