Is Prague Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Prague, being the capital city of the Czech Republic, is generally considered very safe for solo female travelers. The levels of crime are low with serious crimes like muggings and robbery being quite rare, especially in areas frequented by tourists. The city is well-lit and remains bustling until late in the night, making it safe to walk alone. The public transportation system is reliable, efficient, and operates round-the-clock in the city. Yet, like anywhere, it's always important to remain alert and aware of your surroundings for your personal safety. Also, it's suggested to prefer reputable taxi services or public transport rather than accepting rides from strangers.
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How safe is Prague?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Prague is considered fairly safe, especially in comparison to other major cities worldwide. However, general safety precautions should still be practiced, especially at night. Even though most neighborhoods are well-lit and patrolled by local police, avoid less crowded or residential areas late at night. Stick to main streets, ensure to always have a working phone and steer clear of obviously drunken groups or any other potential threats. Common minor issues reported are pick-pockets and scams targeting tourists.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Prague's public transportation network, which includes the metro, trams, and buses, is generally safe and efficient. Many routes operate throughout the day and some even 24/7. The system is widely used by locals and tourists alike. However, as with any crowded public spaces, there are opportunities for pickpocketing, so it's still essential to remain aware of your surroundings and belongings at all times.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Prague in general is a safe city for solo female travelers. Street harassment is not frequently reported, although the experience might differ on an individual basis. It is always wise to stay cautious and aware of your surroundings, especially in less crowded areas and during the nighttime. Overall, respectful interactions and personal safety are generally well-maintained in the city of Prague.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Prague has a relatively low risk of petty crimes for solo female travelers. While the city is generally safe, occasional pick-pocketing incidents do occur in heavily crowded areas such as tourist hotspots and public transportation. However, by being aware of your surroundings and keeping your belongings secure, you can significantly minimize this risk. It is generally safe to walk around Prague both during the day and night, yet, it's always advisable to stick to well-lit, populated areas whenever possible.

Is Prague worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 93 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

4.2/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5

Group travel

The accommodation was pretty cheap, got an Airbnb for 4 people in the city center for like 40 euros per person for 2 nights. Pretty sweet deal huh? Food was also really cheap, and quite similar to Franconia’s cuisine. Prague is just beautiful, every street every corner. We did a pretty touristy trip and it was nice

Posted: March 19, 2025
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Tais

Tais

Czech Republic

Solo travel

I stayed 17 days at the Drunken Monkey hostel in Prague. It's clean, the Ned's are good, and the price is fair, but the kitchen is not equipped. The location is great! Prague is beautiful and safe, I love the location food

Posted: March 16, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
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Couple travel

The city was so pretty and safe. The hotel and the restaurants were cheaper than other cities in Europe. At the hotel, we had free breakfast and I think it’s normal in Prague. I recommend too all of you to go to Prague and visit the beautiful city.

Posted: March 16, 2025
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Solo travel

I felt really safe in Prague. Even though it got dark very early, I enjoyed walking around the city alone in the evenings, even in the less touristy areas. It was super easy to get around using public transport. You just have to remember to stamp your ticket. (;

Posted: February 6, 2025Experienced: November, 2024
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Couple travel

Soo first things first. Food was good 👍🏻 - But I hab to admit since the famous Christmas market was open, it was very crowded - in the city center you could not even walk through properly. - For my shopping queens 👸 is it a nice destination; not too expensive - watch out for tourist traps - some restaurants in the city center will charge a lot and the food is not even as good. - So if you do your research before the trip, you will have a good and also cultural enriching experience in Prague. 😇

Posted: February 2, 2025Experienced: November, 2024
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Grace

Grace

Portugal

Group travel

I went to prague with 2 friends to see the christmas market. Its free so very Crowded and expensive (local restaurants not so expensive tho). Its a small city but if you have plenty things to do: see the Castel, try absinthery, hot wine, eat all the local stuff etc. You also have 2 Anonymous bar very Nice and different but you have to book earlier (at least a week). You can do everythingg walking. I felt very safe there. I never felt so cold in my whole life (-10°) so prepare yourself !!

Posted: January 12, 2025Experienced: December, 2023
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DAIANNY

DAIANNY

France

Couple travel

Prague is a very safe city, I felt really comfortable during my trip. Of course, like any touristy place, it’s good to stay alert for pickpockets in busy areas, but other than that, everything was great. Among the must-see spots, I recommend visiting Charles Bridge and enjoying the view of the Vltava River, as well as Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral. The Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock is also a must-see, and Letná Park offers a beautiful view of the city. I’d avoid restaurants too close to Charles Bridge, as they’re expensive and the food isn’t always worth it. Prague’s cuisine is amazing, especially goulash, trdelník, and svíčková. If you want to eat well, go to Lokál Dlouhááá for traditional food or Café Savoy for a delicious breakfast. As for the budget, Prague is pretty affordable. Accommodation costs between €30-€50 per night, and a meal is about €10-€15. Public transport is efficient and costs about €5-€10 per day. In total, about €50-€80 per day is enough to enjoy and explore the city. I stayed at Hotel Botanique, which has a great location and comfortable rooms. Getting around the city is easy; I used the metro and tram a lot, but since the city is compact, it’s also very walkable. One important tip: the transport ticket should be validated ONLY ONCE, and from that time, it’s valid for the duration you selected at the time of purchase. Validating the ticket multiple times, as we do in Paris, will invalidate the ticket and you could get fined. On my itinerary, on the first day, I visited Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, and Letná Park. On the second day, I went to Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and ended the day with a boat tour. On the third day, I explored the Jewish Quarter and relaxed with a beer at Riegrovy Sady.

Posted: January 9, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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Solo travel

I had a wonderful time in Prague. They have a lot of locals who do tours to less known places in Prague and they were wonderful. I would definitely recommend Ondra and Jakub who do local tours and share great tips for Prague. You can find them on AirBnb. Definitely try to choose restaurants outside of the main square in Old Town, the less touristy, the better. I got scammed in one of the Švejk (famous fictional character in Czech culture) restaurants and the food was worse than horrible. I had the best pizza in Prague in an authentic Italian restaurant. The tiramisu was also excellent. I recommend going up the mountain to the monastery and getting the beer they make on the spot. But also, visit the old library. Kafka and Muccha museums were both great and the prices in Prague were reasonable for me.

Posted: January 6, 2025Experienced: October, 2023
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Solo travel

the trip to prague was really amazing), the city felt safe and welcoming throughout my visit. I really liked and recommend exploring the old town square, charles bridge, amd prague castle - they look stunning. for food, local restaurants and cafes were really affordable and cozy

Posted: January 4, 2025Experienced: September, 2024
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Group travel

I felt really safe in Prague, even by night, me and my friends really enjoyed the city and the contrast between past and future. I surely recommend the city to a solo traveller, because it's pretty cheap (not as much as i expected) and well connected. You mostly pay by card, but remind that some shops accept only cash (rarely). For the most visited places, i recommend booking in advance, as for this reason we couldn't visit the old library. I recommend the Kampa Museum if you love art.♡

Posted: December 30, 2024Experienced: June, 2024
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Is Prague safe for women?

Safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 88 local experiences

Crime index

1.9 /5

Based on 88 local experiences

My experience in Prague is very good. I feel safe walking on the streets, even at night. The transport is also safe. I had no problems with harassment or anything like that. Prague is beautiful. Really

Posted: March 16, 2025
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Olivie

Olivie

Prague is a very safe city for woman. During the day there is basically no need to be scared or stressed at all. After dark I usually get more cautious but the public transport is very safe and when you just avoid weird people and places they gather up at, you are completely safe here!

Posted: March 1, 2025
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Maria

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Hey there:) I am Maria, 19 and I love to see the world^^ I am going on my first ever Solo Trip around Europe and it's exciting - aaah:) I love any kind of deep conversations whether they are about serious topics or the most unreasonable things xD I am looking forward to meeting new people and seeing places I haven't before :) Instagram: yovrl0c41m0m

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Hii, i am Frederique. I am currently 19 years old. I love traveling and doing new things. I am now a skiteacher in mayerhofen and i am going to solo travel this spring and summer. I finished school and probably go to university next year.

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