The Best Places to Travel For Introverted Solo Travellers

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Are you looking for the best places to travel for introverts? Do you want to know where you can find introvert-friendly destinations?

Then you’re at the right place. I’m an introvert myself and I sometimes struggle with destinations that aren’t introvert-friendly.

This post will provide you with a list of destinations that are perfect for introverts like you and me.

The Best Places to Travel for Introverts and Solo Travellers

What makes a destination introvert-friendly? There are a few traits that come to mind.

• It’s touristy enough for the infrastructure to be set up well. There is enough accommodation and people speak English, so I don’t have to worry about another thing.
• There are parks or beautiful nature around where I can recharge my batteries and not be surrounded by thousands of people.
• I can easily (and cheaply) hire a car if I want to explore a bit further.

You can also check out the post about the best countries for introverts which isn’t only targeted at travellers but also people who are thinking of moving somewhere else.

Without further ado, here is the list of the best places to travel for introverts:

Japan

One of my favourite countries in the world, that’s why it’s at the top. However, this list is not ranked. All the places are equally good.

Japan is a beautiful country even if people first think of the cities like Tokyo and Kyoto.

And it’s true, the cities are very crowded and it’s a horror to get on a train during rush hour, but if you avoid that time to travel around, then you’ll find clean public transport that’s easy to navigate.

If you want to see beautiful scenery, then you just have to take one of the many trains and not even pay that much money, to get to one of the popular hiking destinations around Tokyo or other parts of the country.

Or go to one of many parks that are located in every town or city.

A note on hiking up Mount Fuji: It is beautiful and definitely worth it, but be aware, that you’ll hardly have the mountain to yourself.

You can only climb Fuji-san from July to September as it’s otherwise too dangerous. Which means that many people take advantage of that time.

When I climbed up there, I was surprised by the number of people. I even had to queue at stretches because there were too many people.

However, many other beautiful mountains can be hiked up, and you can enjoy the view over this beautiful country.

The people are also fairly reserved and polite, so you don’t have to worry about people talking to you all of a sudden.

Here is another note: if you are a particularly handsome or beautiful woman, Japanese women might ask you for a photo.

I had a friend who visited me in Japan and he was approached a few times by Japanese school girls to take a picture with them – but they left quickly after it was taken.

Many restaurants are catered to solo travellers (eaters). Where you get a table to yourself and you can use a tablet to order your food. No human interaction is needed – yay!

New Zealand

A country I haven’t been to yet, but it’s very high up my bucket list (why does it have to be so expensive to get there?!).

A friend of mine went to New Zealand and she only had positive things to say. 

The beautiful country and nice people made her feel right at home.

Transportation is easy. You can just hire a car to get anywhere you want and once you drive a little bit, you’re surrounded by the most stunning scenery you can imagine.

There are areas where not many people which makes it easy to avoid them.

And if you do happen to meet someone, then there used to travellers and won’t bother you much, unless you want something from them.

London

You might be surprised to see this destination on the list, but London is a city that should not be missed – and you can even visit it as an introvert.

It is very touristy which means that you’ll be surrounded by other like-minded people.

It doesn’t get too crowded as there are so many things to see and people disperse throughout the city.

I loved walking around London and just enjoying the sights. Walking along the Thames is incredibly calming.

And the many parks allow you to settle down if you need a break. One of my favourite parks is Greenwich Park. You have a wonderful view of Canary Wharf from the top of the hill.

London has a vibrant nightlife but you don’t have to participate. You’ll see so much during the day, that you’ll be glad you can lie back in a bed in the evening.

One note on London: Accommodation isn’t cheap here. You might want to consider taking a room a bit further from the centre and then taking public transport to get to the main attractions.

Public transport is usually not too crowded if you avoid rush hour or travel on the weekend.

Norway

Norway and all of the Nordic countries are an introvert-haven.

The people are quite reserved but polite. The countryside is stunning and except for the main cities, the country is sparsely populated.

Even though English is not their main language, most people speak it perfectly.

I advise to hire a car to drive around this beautiful country and discover stunning hiking trails with fjords and mountains.

Touristic places tend to have crowds, but they are usually manageable. 

Rome

Another city that might surprise you, but when I was in Rome, I really enjoyed myself there.

It is an incredibly walkable and beautiful city. Every corner you take, you’ll see something of significance from the past.

The Roman Forum and Colosseum are a must-see. The Colosseum does get crowded with its limited space, so I recommend going early in the morning once it opens.

I also recommend using the audio guide to get some great information – the signs are a bit lacking. And using an audio guide means you don’t have to talk to anyone (except for the salesperson).

You can walk from Rome’s city centre to the Vatikan and marvel at the beauty of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.

Again, the Sistine Chapel does get fairly crowded. The reason is that you can only go in once. After you leave, you can’t go back. So people take their time to take it all in.

And it is a sight to behold. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to take pictures in the Sistine Chapel. Previously for copyright reasons and now, so they can sell you more merchandise 🙁

As it’s so touristy, there is a lot of accommodation and because it’s walkable, you don’t have to worry about public transport or the like.

Croatia

So many beautiful countries on this list. Among them is Croatia.

Croatia offers many incredibly beautiful national parks like Plitvice Lakes National Park and Krka National Park.

It’s a wonderful country to hire a car and just drive to one of the many national parks to walk around.

They do get crowded at the main attractions, and the waterfalls, but you should also take the time to go on a relaxing hike.

The cities like Split and Zadar are great destinations with lots of history to see. 

Especially Split is worth a visit. Another very walkable city with lots to see and if you need some calm, then you can sit along the seafront and enjoy the blue of the Adriatic Sea.

People don’t always speak perfect English but it’s usually enough to get by.

I did get invited by one of my hosts at a guest house to have a drink with them in the evening, so I’d advise booking a hotel room where that shouldn’t be a common thing.

Canada

I have only travelled to the West Coast of Canada, Vancouver to be exact, and I loved it there.

There are many beautiful parks and the mountains are only a few hours away.

Whistler was the first ski resort I ever went to. However, I didn’t know how to ski, so I just went up the gondola and enjoyed the views.

If you’re up for a longer drive, then I can also recommend going to Banff. One of the most stunning sites I’ve ever been to.

The people in Canada are friendly but not overly so. Public transport is well established and you have a selection of accommodation.

It is, however, not a cheap destination.

The Best Places to Travel For Introverted Solo Travellers – Recap

And this marks the end of the list of best places to travel for introverts.

There are many countries and travel destinations that are introvert-friendly. 

For me, introvert-friendly means that random people won’t just talk to me, I have a good selection of accommodation, I can easily communicate, and there is beautiful nature close by.

Some of the countries that fulfil all these criteria are Japan, Norway, Croatia, and Canada. 

And cities that are perfect for solo travel as an introvert are London and Rome to just name two.

I hope you like this list of destinations for introverts. Enjoy your solitude while travelling. But also think about these safety tips to stay safe.

You might also want to look at this packing list that is aimed at introverted solo travellers, so you don’t forget anything.

Once you’ve selected your destination, you can check out this prep guide to ensure a smooth journey.