Is Poland Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Poland generally offers a high level of safety for solo female travelers. Polish cities are well policed and have a low crime rate. Streets are typically crowded even late at night, public transportation system is excellent and there are plenty of safe accommodation options. However, just like anywhere, it's always important to maintain common sense precautions, such as avoiding unlit and secluded areas at night and keeping an eye on your belongings at all times.

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How safe is Poland?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Poland, in general, is considered relatively safe, even walking alone at night. It's advisable, however, to remain vigilant, especially in larger cities where petty crimes like pickpocketing can occur. It's also suggested to stick to well-lit and populated areas at night and always let someone know your whereabouts for added security. If at any point you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, don't hesitate to use reliable taxi services or public transportation. Remember, safety always comes first.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Poland is generally very safe. It is well-regulated, reliable and used regularly by locals and tourists alike. The major cities of Poland offer various modes of public transportation such as buses, trams and metro services which are monitored and maintained for the safety of its users. However, as with any public spaces, it's advised to always remain alert to your surroundings, especially in crowded places and at night.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Poland generally maintains a safe environment for all travelers, including solo female travelers. Most of the regions are secure with keen police patrol ensuring public safety. Occasional street harassment incidences are not prevalent. However, it's always advisable to be cautious, especially in major urban areas and during night hours, and try to blend in as much as possible to avoid attracting unnecessary attention.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Petty crimes such as pickpocketing or purse-snatching are relatively less frequent in Poland compared to other countries. Touristy areas, public transportation, and crowded places can be spots where this may occur. However, general vigilance and standard precautions can significantly minimize these risks. Polish cities are generally safe and people are respectful and mindful of private property. It's always recommended to keep an eye on your belongings and avoid flashing expensive items, but overall, the risk of falling victim to petty crimes in Poland is relatively low.

Is Poland worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 163 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.8/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4.2/5

Poland, Couple travel

Perfect vacation and very safe. The food is good. The people are very friendly, and it is clean and super safe. You can go outside and feel free, even as a solo traveler. The nightlife and the transportation are also great.

Posted: March 8, 2025
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Poland, Family travel

I didn’t know that a place really far from home could make me feel like I could’ve been born there… the culture, the places, the food, the memories… everything I remember is great!!! I’ve been to Krakow and it’s an amazing city, where you could experience history without feeling oppressed by the fact that you were actually in a big city… enchanting

Posted: March 3, 2025
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Karolina

Karolina

Poland

Poland, Solo travel

I felt safe Beautiful country So many different places from Sea side too Mountain and big cities like Warsaw. Ski season was crazy cool and snowy. I love this place🇵🇱☀️⛷️⛷️⛷️⛷️⛷️ Recommend to every one

Posted: February 28, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
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Benedetta

Benedetta

Italy

Krakow, Solo travel

I spent very little money. I flew to Katowice and then took the transportation from the airport to Krakow city where I stayed overnight in a hostel for two nights. I attended a free walking tour that was very interesting and booked the visit in the salt mines, something amazing!

Posted: February 14, 2025
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Fidan

Fidan

Azerbaijan

Warsaw, Solo travel

I felt safe, but at times I was a bit anxious. I mostly traveled alone, but a relative who lives there had already told me about the most popular and must-see places. 1. Muzeum Narodowe 2. The Royal Lazienki Museum 3. Museum/Palace Wilanow 4. Museum Fryderyka Chopina … I couldn’t quite enjoy the food. There was one place I loved, though, and I visited it multiple times to have pizza: Pizza by the Slice👌🏻

Posted: February 11, 2025
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Lodz, Solo travel

I've been in Łódź during the day and I've felt pretty safe. I really recommend visiting the Museum of the City of Łódź, it's one of the best museums I've seen in Poland. I'm definietly thinking about coming back again to see some more cultural and historical landscapes.

Posted: January 30, 2025Experienced: May, 2024
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aleksadra

aleksadra

Poland

Krakow, Couple travel

Krakow is a really nice city to do all kinds of stuff from laying on the beach ( you should visit zakrzówek) to going clubbing (just go to the old town there is a lot of pubs and clubs) You should try "obwarzanek" and pierogis. If you have a lot of time you can go to polish Mountain (zakopane) or visit some historical places like aushitz-birkenau.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Kalypso

Kalypso

Denmark

Krakow, Couple travel

Krakow! My heart goes out to you! 🫶🏼 What a magical experience. It honestly felt like waking up to Narnia everyday. The food was incredible. People can seem rude as hell, but I don’t mind it because once you talk with them they are such a joy! I visited Auschwitz and Birkenau and anyone should go. We also got “scammed” or fell in a tourist trap by following some shiny lights to a game arcade. I had to buy new winter boots because my shoes got drenched by all the snow. And I love the shoes so much. I can’t really list all the things I did while visiting. But I would do it all again and I will return.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Warsaw, Group travel

We (3 girls) did not feel safe at all. We were visiting for only one day, but that was still enough for us to be assaulted by men 3 times and once we had to report an exhibicionist in a late night bus. Disgusting experience, i trust polish men no more

Posted: January 22, 2025Experienced: June, 2024
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Chiara

Chiara

Italy

Warsaw, Solo travel

Warsaw is a safe place for women traveling alone. I travel there very often due to university. It is super easy to get around as public transportation is comfortable and organized. You can download the app Jakdojade to get around Warsaw and you can also buy transportation tickets from there. I always felt safe during the night as well, a part from some drunk men that might approach during the night in the city centre. However, if you just tell them to leave they will leave. It is cheap and there’s many supermarkets named Zabka that sell many quick meal options for cheap.

Posted: January 18, 2025
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Is Poland safe for women?

Safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 439 local experiences

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 439 local experiences

Zielona Gora

It is really safe city, it’s kinda boring and nothing to do here but I Never be afraid of tragedy. It is empty city at night, the clubs are also safe and it is great to have fun. People are mean but not dangerous

Posted: March 8, 2025
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miki

miki

Poland

it’s not bad, we have a pretty homophobic society but i dont feel danger being out with my girlfriend and the crime rate overall is pretty low. of course there’s harassment towards women everywhere but i wouldn’t consider Poland to be really dangerous

Posted: March 7, 2025
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Meet locals in Poland

Anna

Anna

About Me

I am Anna ( Anna Maria ). Originally from Cracow, then moved to Poznań then moved to The Netherlands and now back in Poznań. I am cat lover. I like good coffee, easy going time, no stress and i love travelling to meet new cultures, people, food, flowers and colors

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Greta

Greta

About Me

Hi i am an Italian girl in Warsaw for Erasmus 🎀

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Stay with locals in Poland

Sofia

Sofia

Stary Kraków

Can host for:

6 days

About me

HelllooooooIm my name is Sofia ,i love nature, i love to feel free and meet beautiful people and create new memories with them, i am 20 and i am from italy, i travel the world and i live in poland since 3 years now and i would be more than happy to support girls Who want to visit this city Sending love, sof<3

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ALEXANDRA

ALEXANDRA

Krakow

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi ! Im Alexandra half French half Polish, actually i live in cracow and study international culture. My studies just found me and now i have it! Im sick ! I want travel every where every time ! I want to travel and discover new płace but the most important to meet new people with really different mind and view of the wolrd, „ its doesnt mather where but with who”. I to discover and try to understand different culture and feel lot of different sensations I already have expérience from Couchsurfing and group like host a sister ! ;) I have experience in auto stop and its amazing type od travel for me it was amazing to speak with lot of different people and really educational and ascending. This type of travel with Couchsurfing is the better way to be Near with locas peopleand culture, its the occasion that i always research to exchange. Im really open for every activities, more adventures, And i live help people ! if i have time and im at cracow i can host you but i dont have separate room just 2 „ clic-clac” sofa in my own big room ;)

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Upcoming visitors to Poland

Delia

Delia

About Me

I'm a positive, friendly, open minded, non-judgamental, genuine, kind, respectful, considerate, down to earth person :D

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Delia

Delia

About Me

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Safety in Poland