Is Brooklyn safe to visit right now? (November 2026)

Travel advisories for United States

What the advice says

• There is no US State Department travel advisory for this country.
• The UK FCDO notes that advisories are issued at the country level, and its guidance for the United States was last updated October 30, 2026.
• The FCDO states there is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests, and that terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in the US, potentially in crowded places, transportation networks, sporting and cultural events, places of worship, hospitals, schools, and universities. Stay aware of your surroundings and follow local authorities' advice.
• The FCDO says violent crime and gun crime rarely affect tourists, but advises care in unfamiliar areas and recommends not walking alone through quieter areas, especially at night. Passports should not be left in rental cars, since gangs may target vehicles that look like they belong to tourists.
• In an emergency, the FCDO text says to call 911. The US Department of Homeland Security provides alerts within the US and its territories and has advice on what to do during an active shooter incident.
• The FCDO notes that protests are common in the US and can become violent, so travelers should follow instructions from local authorities, who may impose curfews or emergency orders, and should move away at the first sign of trouble.
• The FCDO advises that the national legal drinking age is 21, that illegal drugs carry severe penalties including long jail sentences, and that LGBT+ travelers should check state and local laws, since attitudes vary across the country.