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 18 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

4.2 /5

Based on 37 experiences from local women

Gdansk is currently ranked #6 safest place for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.8 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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How safe is Gdansk?

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.

Is Gdansk worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 18 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.5/5

Safety

4.8/5

Food

4.1/5

Budget-friendly

3.7/5

Couple travel

I was at Gdańsk with my boyfriend. We spend great time walking through the center. We were at the mall, bought few things. In the end we went to play pool. Gdańsk have one in center. By the time we ate some delicious food so I deffinetly recommend Gdańsk. There is also a beautiful beach nearby!

Posted: August 1, 2025

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Couple travel

I lived in Warsaw, Poland for 1 year and had the opportunity to visit many cities. Gdansk is a city by the sea among the Polish cities. The city is very beautiful, especially if you like the structure of the cities in Northern Europe and the old towns. Compared to other European cities, Londonia is cheaper. The currency is Zloty and it is a cheaper city than the capital Warsaw. But I went there with a friend in December and it was incredibly cold. Since it is by the sea, the wind coming from the sea increases the coldness felt incredibly. I have also seen this city in the summer. I definitely recommend you to go there. There will be many activities to do and it will be easier to travel. The people seemed a bit cold to me. Apart from that, we stayed in an Airbnb 15 minutes away from the city center and unfortunately I was not very pleased. Apart from that, Poland is very nice. It is a safe country. I feel safer than I have ever felt in my life. I love it so much with everything. So definitely go there, but I recommend you choose it in the summer.

Posted: May 31, 2024Experienced: November, 2023

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Kateřina

Czech Republic

Group travel

Poland is in my opinion very safe country. Gdansh is beautiful city full of galleries, pubs, caffes and people there mind their own business. I had no problem with anything. Olny there are no shops open after 8pm, which i am not used to, but if you buy food for breakfast during the day, you are safe;)

Posted: April 2, 2024

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Emilia

Italy

Solo travel

This was my first solo travel in the age of 18. I booked an very cheap hostel with single room but shared bathroom. The room was really ok but the bathroom stinked so much :D Mostly I experienced nature. My favorite activity was to walking by the see with my foot in the water ale looking into sea.

Posted: January 25, 2024

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Solo travel

I really liked Gdansk. I didn't have a great desire to visit, but I found incredibly cheap flights. Visiting this place is relatively cheap, it has beautiful architecture and there is a beach about 20 minutes away by taxi and 30 minutes by train. I visited this place alone and felt completely safe.

Posted: December 16, 2023

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Is Gdansk safe for women?

Safety index

4.2 /5

Based on 37 local experiences

Crime index

1.4 /5

Based on 37 local experiences

Based on the news what happened here and my personal feelings, something’s I feel insecure by walking here at the evening. But in general Gdańsk is a pretty safe city, I’m not scared about being robbed, I feel secure in my apartment. Just scared of walking alone after dark

Posted: August 27, 2025

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