Is Krakow Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Krakow is generally a safe city for solo female travelers. The locations are well-lit and the locals are friendly and willing to assist if necessary. However, it's advisable to stay alert, especially during the night and in less crowded areas as minor incidents like pickpocketing can occur. Public transport is reliable, but it is recommended to be mindful of your belongings. Overall, the sense of personal safety in Krakow is high with standard travel safety precautions.

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How safe is Krakow?

Safety at night:

Safety at night:Safe

Krakow is generally safe to walk at night, especially around the city center and popular tourist areas which are well-lit and patrolled. Like any major city, there can be isolated incidents, so being alert and conscious of your surroundings is advisable. Instances of pickpocketing can occur, but physical assaults are rare. Using common travel safety precautions should suffice.
Public transportation:

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Krakow is relatively safe for female solo travelers. Trams and buses run efficiently and are well maintained. They are quite frequently used by locals, tourists, students, and generally individuals of all age groups which often includes local travelers making regular routes less risky. Traveling during day time is notably safer. However, it's still recommended to stay cautious during late-night hours to avoid any potential issues. It's always a good idea to have the route well mapped out in advance and look confident while commuting.
Street harassment:

Street harassment:Low

Krakow is generally safe and welcoming to solo female travelers. It's significantly less common to experience explicit forms of street harassment such as aggressive cat-calling or stalking here compared to many other global cities. However, as with any destination, it is always important to maintain caution and awareness of your surroundings, particularly during the night or in less crowded areas. The locals are quite respectful and the police promptly respond to any reported incidences.
Petty crimes:

Petty crimes:Low

Krakow is relatively safe when it comes to petty crimes. Nevertheless, like any popular tourist area, potential thieves may operate. Always keep an eye on your belongings, particularly at crowded places or public transportation. However, the city possesses excellent security measures and law enforcement, generally making it safe for tourists.

Is Krakow worth visiting?

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 56 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.7/5

Safety

4.7/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4.3/5

Solo travel

I really like my time there, although when I try to call an Uber, they had the option “just for woman” that made me feel a little unsafe, because I never seen that option before, so it means something happen there! Then I ask for more details and it really had happened some cases of abuse to girls! But besides that, really loved everything and nothing happened to me

Posted: October 4, 2024
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Amaryllis

Amaryllis

Greece

Solo travel

Krakow is a very nice city, I stayed in Bubble Hostel and i felt very safe, even though it was my first solo trip. Near Krakow it has many interesting activities and venues to see! I visited the salt mine and the Auschwitz camp. The salt mine was 100 zloty, which is not expensive and the Auschwitz camp was free without a guide. Also the old town is very pretty and is walkable! You should definitely visit the Wawel castle but be sure to have a lot of time ahead of you because it's huge!! Overall the experience was really good and I would recommend it for budget travelling! 😊

Posted: September 22, 2024Experienced: June, 2024
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Group travel

I spent a day in Krakow, and it was quite an experience. The highlight was visiting the Wieliczka Salt Mine. The underground tunnels and chambers carved from salt were fascinating, especially the Chapel of St. Kinga with its detailed salt sculptures and chandeliers. After the mine, I walked around Krakow. The city’s architecture is stunning. The Wawel Castle by the Vistula River and the medieval buildings in the Old Town, especially around the Main Market Square and St. Mary’s Basilica, were impressive and beautiful. However, I wasn’t a fan of the local food. It was too heavy and greasy for my taste. The service in restaurants was also disappointing—slow and inattentive.

Posted: July 10, 2024Experienced: May, 2024
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Skye

Skye

United Kingdom

Solo travel

I stayed 15 minutes away from the Main Square. I felt extremely safe in this city as this was my first solo trip. I would definitely recommend Auschwitz, Salt Mine, Zakopane and Oscar’s Factory. There are all different kinds of restaurants in the main square. You can walk around the town very easy. There are buses, trams, Uber, bolt and taxis all available to travel to different parts.

Posted: July 2, 2024
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Solo travel

People are usually very early drunk and also most of them are gona shout to you. Always walk with people from hostel or groups to skip that . There are a lot of bar crawling events and a lot of party hostels keep that in mind when you book your accommodation. Most of them are open to be joined so consider of booking a normal hostel in case you are not 100% in to that

Posted: May 31, 2024
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Jodie

Jodie

United Kingdom

Family travel

I felt so safe and I travelled with my sister. I would recommend the salt mine tour combined with the auchwitz and Birkenau guided tour. I travelled for the Christmas markets in December 2021 but felt like this city had so much more to offer. Cute little quirky streets round the whole old town centre. I would love to go back!

Posted: May 30, 2024
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Couple travel

*multicultural city *high rate of English speakers *green city *easy to get around, easy access to maim squares *beautiful old town *tasty vegan food options *sightseeing through mounds *big parks *historical buildings and city overall

Posted: May 22, 2024Experienced: April, 2024
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Zuzanna

Zuzanna

Poland

Couple travel

Kraków it's my favorite city in Poland! I love the architecture and food. Oh the food is amazing 🤩 I love to spend time just walking around in old town and kazimierz. Kraków is a little bit expensive but not too much. I never experienced robbery or something like that. I always feel safe in Krakow. The public transport is really good working. I stay in private room with shared bathroom and it was okay. I really recommend visiting Krakow.

Posted: May 8, 2024
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Gamze

Gamze

Turkey

Group travel

I love Krakow. I've been in Poland before. It's a safe place to go out and get home safely. You can attend to free guided tours. You can walk to see the historical places. The weather was so nice but you should still bring some hoodies with you. Krakow is a cheap place there are a lot pf froigner students here. It's a perfect place to have fun thanks to the great clubs

Posted: April 18, 2024Experienced: March, 2024
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Solo travel

Love this city, I have been here many times and always the food and culinary experience is impressive and a good value for money. I highly recommend to visit this city. For cultural experience the Salt mines and Auschwitz is also very interesting to see.

Posted: March 10, 2024
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Is Krakow safe for women?

Safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 33 local experiences

Crime index

1.7 /5

Based on 33 local experiences

Hana

Hana

I can easilly go after dark alone and I am not worried at all. It is really safe place and people are caring. I have never in my live face dangerous situation. But of course you should always be carefull

Posted: September 16, 2024
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Catia

Catia

I walk alone at night from the club all the time when isnot cold. No issues. Is better to avoid the city center mais streets coming back at night just to bodies the hassle of drunk people and this includes tourists and locals but nothing really happens is just ignoring and keep walking so my advice is to avoid it.

Posted: September 1, 2024
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Is Krakow safe right now?

Before your visit to Krakow, it's essential to check travel advisories for Poland, 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 Poland. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: May 1, 2024
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Canada's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

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Last updated: September 17, 2024
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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Australian government advises to exercise normal safety precautions in Poland. Check the full travel advisory.
Last updated: October 1, 2024

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I am 19 years old girl who just graduated high shool. I want to travel but due to my age and lack of work, I have limited budget. I am extroverted, openmindet and helpful person. I love to meet new people and trying new things. I like reading, rollerblading and look after pets.

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Krakow

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I'm eighteen years old, who is adventure-seeker. My young age is the reason why I recently started to break new grounds in cheap travelling. It is my oyster now, as well as a responsibility. Whole world seems to be compelling, so I need to experience and see as much as possible of it. Now, few words about me: I'm interested in the human body and I am going to be a physiotherapist. I've always trained many sports, which taught me teamwork and compromise. I've been a vegetarian for five years and love cooking; I know many recipes and kitchen "tricks". I love camping, meeting new people and mountains.

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