According to Baeza, Laredo is one of the safest cities in the nation and while we are trying to fight the perception of being a lawless town, Baeza does say there was a time when things were not as safe as now.

Is it safe to travel to Laredo Mexico?

OVERALL RISK : HIGH. Nuevo Laredo is not a safe place enough. In general, tourists are advised to avoid this city. Disassembling drug cartels and weak police activity in the city makes the city uncomfortable for travelers.

What is the safest border town in Mexico?

By and large, Nuevo Progreso is probably the safest choice of all Mexican border towns that lie across from the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. The bottom line to personal safety when traveling is using good judgment and common sense.