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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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: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: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: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.

Tap water:Very safe

The tap water in Prague, is of excellent quality and completely safe to drink. It is treated and tested to high standards, passing through strict water purification processes that remove any potential contaminants. Praguers are quite proud of their water, and many locals drink it straight from the tap every day. So feel free to fill up your reusable water bottle without worry.

Is Prague safe to travel?

4.6 /5

Based on 56 experiences

Büşra

Büşra

Turkey

Solo travel experience

My experience in Prague was a bit sad for me. I didn't feel safe at night, I had to spend the night outside due to my login problem due to the hostel check-in time and I was constantly harassed, men were giving very disturbing looks, I felt very unsafe. İ hope you have really good experience in prague .But i want to recommend you to eat Trdelnik which is so famous traditional dessert in Prague. İ loved it . Also city is not that expensive. İ hope you will have good experience. Be careful and safe all travel ladies :)

Posted: April 24, 2024
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Solo travel experience

It was my first solo trip. In terms of safety I had mixed experience specially in clubs. You need to watch out for your personal belongings or else it can get stolen. But overall I love the vibe of the city. I did a hike with a friend second time I was there to Hrensko, it was beautiful

Posted: April 23, 2024Experienced: March, 2022
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Melike

Melike

Poland

Group travel experience

I feel safe. I am really recommending you prague. It was really good experience. The food and places are excellent. And the prices it was okay. The city is not expensive. It has average price. And you must try their traditional food.

Posted: April 22, 2024
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Debora

Debora

Switzerland

Group travel experience

I visited Prague with friends in July 2023 I recommend it very much It’s a city where you can walk everywhere without it being too steep, but if you prefer there’s also reliable transportation. We felt very safe, the locals were all very friendly and welcoming. I suggest visiting the main attractions but also the Hebrew cemetery with a guide it’s very interesting. The food is very good but be prepared to eat a lot of meat, but there are also a lot of options for vegan/vegetarian people

Posted: April 15, 2024
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Solo travel experience

I spent a few days in Prague alone recently. I walked around late at night and never felt unsafe. It was the most magical city I have ever visited.

Posted: March 30, 2024
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Solo travel experience

I felt very safe trough the whole trip. I arrived in the night to the town but I do not had to worry about my safety. I was not satisfied with the food, meanwhile tried to choose restaurants with good reviews. It has good sights, pretty walkable city. You can see all in 2 days.

Posted: March 3, 2024Experienced: December, 2022
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Solo travel experience

Prague is a perfect place to travel alone, it's safe and people are very polite. The food is so delicious I recommend the knedliky. The transportation is great and well organised it's easy to explore the city by foot or move with the transports the only thing is to be careful about the tickets

Posted: January 31, 2024
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Daphne

Daphne

Canada

Solo travel experience

I felt 100% safe! I visited all the main attractions by placing "pins" on Google Maps to create an itinerary. Transportation is so easy. However, I moved around by taxi using the BOLT app! Very efficient. I stayed in an Airbnb at the top of a building with a view of the city and the red roofs ❤️ It was beautiful. First snow seen from my balcony. The apartment was PERFECT. I did not keep track of my expenses at all. 10 days Budapest-Prague-Vienna = 7000$ CAD. Quite expensive, but I didn't deprive myself of anything. The food is not expensive either, but not memorable for me. Really, I went there to explore! The people are super welcoming and kind (more than in Hungary 😅) One of the most beautiful trips of my life.

Posted: January 30, 2024
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Solo travel experience

I loved Prague. Beautiful city, the language is quite easy to communicate, and the food is really good. Charles Bridge and Hradcany are places that you must see. I felt very safe.

Posted: December 28, 2023
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Couple travel experience

It was a nice visit. The Food was cheap and tasty. The city has a lot of Parks and you can stroll around in Lots of nature. On the other side you have lots of historical old buildings and the Locals are very nice. Most of them speak good english so there is absolut no language Barrier. We felt very safe and would definetly Travel again to prague🙂

Posted: December 5, 2023
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Is Prague safe for women?

Safety rating

3.4 /5

Based on 4 experiences

Crime rates rating

1 /5

Based on 4 experiences

Kateřina

Kateřina

Prague is safe during the day, at night it is not, but only in some places as the main square .. You dont need to worry being alone on the street, there are always some people around. But just avoid completely dark places and streets, there are usually some homeless people, begging for money. But as a local here, i ve had only one bad experience with sexual harassment, i live here since 2015.

Posted: April 2, 2024
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I lived in Prague for 2 years and never felt unsafe. There were several times when I had to walk home at 3 am and never felt unsafe. Central Station is a little bit sketchy, but never has any issues late at night.

Posted: March 29, 2024
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Is Prague safe right now?

Before your visit to Prague, it's essential to check travel advisories for Czech Republic, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.
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United States Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The United States Government advises exercising normal precautions in the Czech Republic. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: July 26, 2023
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Canada's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Canadian government advises individuals to take normal security precautions when in Czechia. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: March 25, 2024
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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Australian Government advises exercising normal safety precautions in the Czech Republic. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: September 29, 2023

Is Prague worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 56 experiences

Couple travel experience

It is a very beautiful unique city. We stayed at a almost perfect hostel and since the city is already cheap the accommodation was also very cheap almost 12 euros per night. The city is beautiful, we spent most of our time in Prag castle and climb the bell tower there, which u recommend highly. The famous bridge and the old town square are so impressive and you feel like you can't leave there. My overall experience was so good. I traveled lots of cities and Prague is my favorite.

Posted: April 23, 2024Experienced: February, 2024
Things to do: 4/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 4/5
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Helin

Helin (23)

Turkey

Group travel experience

I went to Prague. It was so attractive and peaceful. There were many people from other countries. I liked it. Prague was a little bit expensive. I tried terdelnik and I liked dessert. If you are thinking of going, I recommend it.

Posted: March 31, 2024Experienced: February, 2024
Things to do: 4/5Food: 3/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 3/5
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