Is Gdansk Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Gdansk is generally safe for solo female travelers. As a popular tourist destination, it usually has a good police presence and public areas remain busy until the late evening. However, as in any location, it is recommended to practice common safety measures such as avoiding poorly lit areas during nightfall, cautioning against pickpockets in crowded areas and maintaining an awareness of your surroundings at all times.

Safety rating

4.8 /5

Based on 12 experiences

4.5 /5

Based on research and crime data

Safety overview

Safety at night:Safe

Gdansk is generally considered quite safe, even for solo female travelers, during the night. Though it is always important to follow common sense safety habits like avoiding unlit or deserted areas and not displaying valuables. Public transport and most areas are well-lit and often monitored by local law enforcement. Most locals and staff at restaurants and bars are helpful and respectful. However, caution is necessary as pickpocketing, although rare, can happen.

Public transportation: Safe

Public transportation in Gdansk is typically reliable and safe. The city has an extensive network of trams, buses and trains that are timely and generally well-maintained. It's well lit and used by everyone from students to senior citizens. Just remember to always keep an eye on your belongings, as pickpocketing can occasionally occur, particularly in crowded areas.

Street harassment: Low

Gdansk is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. Street harassment isn't a major issue, though, like everywhere, it can occasionally occur. As long as you follow basic safety precautions, such as staying in well-lit areas and being aware of your surroundings, the risk of experiencing any unwanted attention is relatively low. The locals are mostly friendly and respectful, making Gdansk a comfortable environment for women traveling alone.

Petty crimes:Low

Gdansk is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. Petty crimes like pickpocketing can occur, particularly in tourist-heavy areas and public transportation, though they're not significantly common. As always, remain vigilant about your surroundings and keep personal belongings secure to limit potential risks.

Tap water:Very safe

In Gdansk, you can rest assured about the quality of tap water. It is perfectly safe to drink. The city continuously invests in improving the quality of the water supply and follows rigorous sanitization standards. So, you can relish the good health while quenching your thirst directly from the tap if bottled water isn't available.

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Travel experiences

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 12 experiences

Rating summary

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.8/5

Food

4.5/5

Budget-friendly

3.4/5

Solo travel experience

I spent 3 lovely days in Gdansk and highly recommend it. Fantastic city. I did a great walking tour. The beach and promenade were lovely too. The transport there was very safe and easy to use.

Posted: July 29, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

Gdańsk is such a cute place. Walking around the center, all the colorful houses are cute. There's Długi Targ, it's the main pedestrian street with cafes, shops, and fountains. I went to see the WW2 museum, but was a little too overwhelming for me. I recommend checking out Pierogarnia Stary Młyn for good traditional pierogi.

Posted: June 5, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

I’ve been to Gdańsk solo. I recommend seeing the statue of Poseidon and visiting St Mary’s church. There is a staircase inside (the back corner of the sanctuary) that you can pay like $2 and go up to the rooftop.

Posted: May 23, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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I was a week in Gdańsk/Sopot/Gdynia in July. I went around Gdańsk in the middle of the night because it was so hot during the day. Took the local commuter train late, no issue. No thieves. I do highly recommend learning basic Polish. I did before I went and it was very needed as most people outside the service sector didn’t speak any or very little English. I found the train and tram tables/ticket systems a bit tricky at first to navigate. I was never harassed by creepy men and felt incredibly safe.

Posted: April 9, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 5/5Safety: 5/5
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Couple travel experience

Just got back from Gdańsk this weekend and I want to recommend the WW2 museum. Around £4 entry and it was amazing! We also went to Stutthof Concentration Camp which is about a 50-minute bus drive from the city centre and is free entry! FreeNow / Bolt is so cheap over there - cost me around £7 to get from Gdańsk airport to city centre (like a 25-minute drive). One thing I will say is to make sure you take some cash with you - I made the mistake of just travelling with my Monzo, not realising that a lot of places (eg the bus to the camp, and some restaurants) are cash only!

Posted: February 7, 2023
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

Gdansk is great, I've been 3 times and still plan to go back as I still haven't seen everything I wanted some. Places I have seen and recommend: artus court, free walking tours, walk along waterfront, town hall, war museum, the amber altar at St Brigids church, Roman cellar and ossuary, boat trips to Hel, Sopot (beach, lighthouse, crooked house and archaeological skansen), the world's biggest castle at Malbork a quick train ride from Gdansk (it is big enough that you can easily allocate a full day to spend there, I went for about 4 hours and had to rush through and skip parts of it).

Posted: November 27, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

Things to do: - Neptune's Fountain - Long Market - Town Hall - Golden Gate Safety: Extremely safe and super solo friendly. Recommendations: Gdansk is beautiful and it’s one of my absolute favorite cities.

Posted: September 17, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 4/5Safety: 5/5
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Things to do: - Visit the Museum of the Second World War - Hop on the Black Pearl cruise - Visit Westerplatte - Explore the Old Town Safety: It’s safe place to travel to. Recommendations: Gdansk is charming but quite small so I wouldn’t spend there more than 2 days.

Posted: September 10, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Solo travel experience

Things to do: - Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Gdańsk - Museum of the Second World War - Neptune's Fountain - European Solidarity Centre - Pier in Sopot - Mariacka - Amber Museum - Museum of Gdańsk Safety: As a solo female traveler, I always felt safe. Recommendations: Gdansk is terrific, probably my favourite city in Poland. Lots to do there if you're interested in history.

Posted: September 3, 2022
Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5
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Local experiences

Gdansk is a lovely place to visit and there are plenty things to do. Here are some must see/do: 1. Old Town (Main City) - you can easily spend whole day wondering around. There are many museums you could visit to learn a bit more about town‘s history (Uphagen’s House, Museum of Gdansk, Artus Court all located on Long Market/Dluga Street; Basilica of St Mary and Mariacka Street; the Crane and Dlugie Pobrzeze; Amber Museum) 2. Wyspa Spichrzów. 3. Ołowianka and the view from Amber Sky. 4. Museum of the Second War. It's really worth it. 5. Guided Kayaking on the river Motlawa. 6. Pierogarnia Mandu Restaurant and famous polish “pierogi” (dumplings). Don’t go to late as there may be long queues! It's the best place to try dumplings! 7. Try delicious Polish craft beers in places like: Pub Red Light, Pijalnia Wódki I Piwa, Winston Bar) 8. Visit Sopot and the beach. Try delicious fish and chips or waffles!

Posted: November 10, 2022
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Gdansk is one of the most beautiful cities, with amazing restaurants. I would recommend staying in a hostel, they usually have lots of solo travellers, and they are quite nice. You should definitely try polish food: pierogi, the best place to have them is "Pierogarnia Mandu Gdańsk Śródmieście", super popular spot. For beer and some fun try - Ulica Elektryków, this is super cool industrial spot with food trucks, music and good beer. Consider spending one night in Sopot - is only 15 min away from Gdansk, but this is more like a holiday destination, with beautiful beach and lots of foreign people so English should not be a problem there. In Sopot my favorite food is - Śliwka w Kompot. '3city' - because this is how we call Gdansk , Gdynia and Sopot is very safe and fun, and most of the people in bars and restaurants do speak English.

Posted: September 24, 2022
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Gdansk is for sure one of the most amazing spots in Poland. Here is my list of things to do: Old Town (Main City) - it’s really beautiful spot with some interesting things too see like Artus Court, Basilica of St Mary (you can get to the tower and see a great view of the old city) and Mariacka Street (cool street with nice bars/ restaurants), the Crane and Dlugie Pobrzeze, Amber Museum, the Neptun Monument Museum of the Second War - it’s really big and worth visiting, very interactive, you can spend few hours there European Center of Solidarity - quite new spot, to learn about the historical events of the Polish opposition to communist rule Wyspa Spichrzów - You can take a walk near Motlawa river and see the city a bit more (all of those things in the Main Old town and the river are super close to each other) You definitely need to go to the beach - Jelitkowo, Stogi, Brzezno -you can get there by tram from the center - Sopot - you can visit it by the Tricity Train (SKM) or take a nice beach walk from Brzezno beach to the Pier in Sopot (around 1h/1h 20m) Malbork castle - it is one of the largest castles in the world. It’s just a short train ride away from Gdansk

Posted: September 21, 2022
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Seeking Travel Companions or Hosts for a Cultural Exchange Adventure! Hello everyone! My name is Laura, and I'm a 28-year-old software tester hailing from a quaint town in the northern part of Poland. I'm super excited to connect with like-minded solo female travelers who are also on the lookout for an adventure partner or a kind-hearted host for an immersive cultural exchange experience. I absolutely adore the thrill of meeting new people and discovering diverse culinary delights from around the world. Exploring new destinations, getting lost in the charm of local cultures, and sharing unique travel stories are some of my favorite things to do. While I've always relished the joys of solo travel, I believe that having a fantastic companion can truly amplify the joy of exploration and create unforgettable memories. As someone deeply passionate about travel, I can't wait to share my own travel experiences and insights with my potential hosts. Whether it's about navigating through hidden gems in Europe or trying out the most authentic Polish dishes, I'm eager to exchange cultural perspectives and create a meaningful bond through our shared adventures. If you're on the lookout for a vibrant travel buddy to embark on a fulfilling journey or a warm-hearted host willing to open their doors and hearts to a fellow adventurer, please feel free to reach out to me. Let's make our travel dreams a reality together! Looking forward to connecting with you all soon! Feel free to drop me a message or comment below. Warm regards, Laura

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Hi! I am a student that love to travel in free time. Hiking, sightseeing and other outside activities are my favorite. I can show you around Gdansk with my friends and get some beer in the evening!

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