Is Katowice safe for solo female travelers?

Katowice is generally safe for solo female travelers. The crime rate is relatively low and people are friendly and helpful. Take usual travel precautions such as not showing off expensive belongings and staying aware of your surroundings especially at night. Public transportation is reliable and safe as well.

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How safe is Katowice for solo female travelers?

iclal

iclal

Poland

Solo travel

Overall, it was a very nice experience. I arrived very early in the morning, so it was still dark, but the city felt safe and calm. The streets were quiet and peaceful. I walked around until midday and people were kind, relaxed, and helpful. One person even stopped to chat with me, which made the experience feel very welcoming.

Posted: December 27, 2025
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Tetiana

Tetiana

Poland

Solo travel

Katowice is a mix of old factories and new buildings. I liked visiting museums and listening to music there. The city center is small and easy to walk around. My time in Katowice was fun and relaxing.

Posted: May 27, 2025Experienced: April, 2025
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How safe is Katowice for women?

Local safety index

3.9 /5

Based on 23 local experiences

Local crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 23 local experiences

Katowice is a safe city but sometimes you might feel unsafe alone at night when it's dark. I recommend carrying a pepper spray just in case but I have never needed to use it. No one has ever tried to rob me or anything but be carefull if any homeless person is around just in case - if you don't engage in any interaction with suspicious people you will be okay

Posted: February 15, 2026
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Wiktoria

Wiktoria

Living here since I was 3 and can recommend! There's police everywhere, not much of dark areas and there's always someone to help you. I would say it just like everywhere - 1/100000 chance to anything to happen

Posted: August 26, 2025
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Maja

Maja

It's generally really safe. I'm there almost every day, and nothing bad ever happened to me nor my friends. You don't have to worry about your safety both at night and day, but there's a lot of homeless people there. They're not dangerous, but they might cross some personal space.

Posted: August 6, 2025
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Safety in Poland

Hospitality Exchange in Katowice

Marta

Marta

Katowice

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I'm Marta;)), a 19-year-old from Poland. I have a passion for traveling, reading books, and spending time with animals. Discovering new places and cultures excites me, while books offer me a way to explore different worlds. I also have a great love for animals and enjoy their company. I would love to visit Greece, Italy, and Malta one day.

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Malvina

Malvina

Katowice

Can host for:

3 days

About me

hiya, i’m 19 currently living in poland, and i recently started travelling on my own. i like movies, people, and food (used to work as a chef at a vegan restaurant). lmk if you need any advice on poland :3

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