Is Kosice safe for solo female travelers?

Kosice is generally a safe city to visit. While crime is relatively low, it's always recommended to exercise standard precautions, such as avoiding unlit and deserted areas late at night, and being aware of your surroundings. While the locals generally tend to be welcoming and there's a good network of public transportation, being a non-Slavic foreigner might draw some attention. Always remember, personal safety can largely depend on individual behaviour and intent.

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How safe is Kosice for solo female travelers?

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I love Košice, but there are some dark places. If you are not local or with someone that knows the town very well, I would not recommend exploring side streets, because a lot of time u can meet there junkies or just some very weird people. The city is known for its beautiful square but also for that there are a lot of junkies. But otherwise it is safe to hang out on the main street and other popular places.

Posted: December 24, 2024Experienced: January, 2023
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How safe is Kosice for women?

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2.8 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Local crime index

1.1 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

I would say that Kosice is a safe city overall but you have to be careful near train station and stations of public transport because there can be a few weird people looking at women - but not always, just sometimes. But overall I would say that Kosice is a safe city.

Posted: August 31, 2025
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I would say pretty safe, but I usually walk in public areas and I am not alone. I would miss parks at night or places without public lights. But I haven't got any problem with it yet or haven't felt worried

Posted: April 8, 2025
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Kosice is a small town with great young spirit, however it might be bit boring in a night. There are some homeless people that might be scary and start talking to you, but you can easily just walk away from them. About public transport, I personally felt very safe using it. Tip: if you don’t feel safe in a transport just sit in front of the bus/trolley.

Posted: February 10, 2025
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Simona

Simona

I feel usually safe during the day and in the evenings. At night I usually take a taxi. It can be pretty vacant and calm during the week in the city center, at the end of the week it’s moderately lively, mostly with young people.

Posted: October 16, 2024
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Kosice

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Victoria

Victoria

Kosice

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My name is Victoria . I am from Ukraine ,live in Poland. I'm studying medicine, I like learning smth new for myself and medicine helps to open a lot of doors in the world. I like traveling, meeting new, polite, interesting people with goals and sharing experiences. About myself, I can add that I hate lies and unintelligent, rude people. I treat people the way I want to be treated. I'm pescetarian 🍤 Instagram: vika.stavska Update: I’m living in Slovakia rn. I took participating in Erasmus+ program for students Sorry, guys if I can’t meet with you or offer a bed. Next time :)

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