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 174 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.6/5

Safety

4.8/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4.1/5
Olga

Olga

Poland

Bydgoszcz, Couple travel

- I did feel safe, there's a lot of people but everyone's minding their own business - There is a museum of dirt and soap and a water bus, a lot of restaurants - The costs of travelling there is average compared to other cities in Poland - You can go everywhere by bus and by tram. Bolt and Uber are available too. You can also rent a bike or scooter but you have to get a local app to unlock a ride.

Posted: April 24, 2025
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Maja

Maja

Poland

Czestochowa, Family travel

This is the city where i was born, and all my family lives there. It’s quite small, but safe and inexpensive. I can’t talk about food because i always eat at my families homes. But overall if you are interested in this city i don’t see any dangers in being solo there as a woman.

Posted: April 20, 2025
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Torun, Solo travel

Toruń is renowned for its gingerbread. I feel so safety.People are so lovely and helpful. Here is so historic place. Also the birthplace of Nicolaus Copernicus is here. Toruń is a former fortress. Its medieval walls featured 12 gates, over 60 keeps and two barbicans. There are museums. And every places is so close for walking ,If you get out Toruń miesto.

Posted: April 20, 2025Experienced: March, 2025
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Zahra

Zahra

France

Wroclaw, Solo travel

Sharing this 2023 trip as it was the cheapest solo trip I did ! Flight (from Paris) was 30 € total. 9.99€ + 19.99€ (without forgetting the Beauvais shuffle bus that's 30€ as well lol) So a total of 60€ The hostel I stayed at was around 30 euros for two night And food was affordable at restaurants too but I mostly ate at Żabka Since I travelled off season, not much people to meet or hangout with, but I still had a good time alone. January but weather was sunny (I got lucky) Felt extremely safe, as usual in Poland, I highly recommend Wrocław for a short weekend trip. Pretty architecture, cute gnomes to spot, extremely safe and affordable.

Posted: April 15, 2025
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Szczawnica, Couple travel

We were staying at this lady house, 20 minutes from center. I remeber going back at night, we felt a little unsafe, because 2 men were following us, but they left on the way. A city, during winter break has some activities going on like ice skating.

Posted: April 11, 2025Experienced: January, 2024
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Krakow, Group travel

It was really safe as two women with my friend. We really liked how people minded their own business the whole time lol. You can see ancient places, if you like museums a lot(especially aviation) I recommend you to go see Kraków. We went there by train from Rzeszów for just 20 zł as students! Highly recommend!!!!!

Posted: April 10, 2025Experienced: March, 2025
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Poland, Solo travel

The one of most safe places and people are very friendly! Very beautiful old cities. Food is tasty especially pierogi and barsc. Highly recommend to visit Morskie Oko and Zakopane! I think that the best time to come to Poland if late spring or early autumn.

Posted: April 6, 2025Experienced: April, 2025
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Lublin, Solo travel

I felt so safe even l was wandering around at midnight, l am bot a club person but l went to the club and it was a bit uncomfortable experience for me due to men's attitudes. Mid-aged men in Lublin approach you and it makes me a bit uncomfortable, it is a small city and l don't think that there are lots of events it because small, l would recommend you to spend 1 day

Posted: April 4, 2025Experienced: January, 2025
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Wroclaw, Solo travel

The city I fell in love with. Perfect mixture of historical architecture and modernity, quietness and night life, city and nature. I felt 100% safe and it was so surprising to see that even homeless people spoke English and were respectful in asking for money😂

Posted: April 1, 2025
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Wroclaw, Group travel

Hiii, so I was in Wrocław last week to celeberate my birthday! It was perry safe, I didnt have any troubles. Only some homless guys was asking me for cigs and stuff. I didnt explore a lot, cuz I went there to hang out with my long distance friends, but I would really recommend a caffe Seoul 97:). I ordered a banana matcha and it was amazing. Well, I spent a lot of money, exspecially for food, but I think it was worth it.:)

Posted: March 28, 2025Experienced: February, 2025
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Is Poland safe for women?

Safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 544 local experiences

Crime index

1.8 /5

Based on 544 local experiences

Melina

Melina

Warsaw

It is safe in general, but at nights in the city center drunk people can try to contact you - to speak to you or ask something, they could be agressive. In the clubs you can be offered to take drugs with strangers. Just be careful at the weekends in the city center, if you are traveling alone

Posted: May 8, 2025
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Gdansk

Overall I’d say the city is safe, there are shady people you see in the main city sometimes acting out of the ordinary or weird types looking for a fight, but on the daily basis it’s not bad here, although I don’t always trust our police to do much when something does happen. But to be completely fair after 4 years living here while studying I haven’t been in a situation that required police involvement. And I always got home alright late in the night.

Posted: May 6, 2025
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Meet locals in Poland

Dominika

Dominika

About Me

Hello everyone 🌸 I’m a passionate traveler with a love for discovering new places, cultures, and flavors from around the world. Whether it’s exploring art galleries, trying local dishes, or diving into a good book, I’m always seeking inspiration. I also enjoy sketching and quiet moments with my two lovely cats when I’m home. Always curious, always learning — let’s see where the journey takes us!

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heyitsvick

heyitsvick

About Me

hi! i'm wiktoria (or easier vicktoria), i'm from poland and i'd love to travel more in the near future :)) just a funny fella looking for fun experiences

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Greta

Greta

Torun

Can host for:

3 days

About me

hi, i'm Greta i live in Poland and im looking for a chance to visit as many countries as i can, i love travelling and i hope that im gonna make a lot of international friends throughout this app. My journey with traveling started when i went for a exchange to Texas. I realized almost immediately that this is something i wanna do.

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Alena

Alena

Warsaw

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi, girls! I’m a 26-year-old QA Engineer who moved to Warsaw in 2022 from Belarus. I love traveling just as much as I enjoy cozy evenings with my Kindle or watching new K-Dramas. I enjoy trying new things — from sap surfing to ceramic classes to sound healing sessions, I’m all in!

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Kinia

Kinia

Bydgoszcz

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I’m a collage dropout and i’m looking for some adventure. I would love to go on a trip to polish mountains. I’m also planning a trip to Berlin and i’m looking for companions.

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Ola

Ola

Gorzow Wielkopolski

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hiii! You can cam me either Ola or Allie🦦 I’d like to travel more but my fanatical situation isn’t the best right now. Last year I was in Barcelona staying in a hostel but I thought that maybe I will meet someone fun here! I’m not really a party girl but I still make great company for going out! I will prefer laying on the grass though

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Zuzanna

Zuzanna

Warsaw

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I’m a stylist from Poland, I’m clean, open-minded, respectful, and always up for good conversation. I work with movement (I love dance and bodywork), I’m into climbing, and I absolutely adore animals — so if you have pets, I’ll be thrilled to meet them!

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Kornelia

Kornelia

Poznan

Can host for:

5 days

About me

Hi I’m Kornelia and I’m 28 years old. I am open to new experiences just name it! (both while hosting and being hosted) I am pretty active (regularly working out) so I’m open to active adventures . While I like to take care of myself (healthy food, exercise etc) I enjoy a night out just as much :) I was born and raised in Italy and when I finished high school I moved to Poland and I am currently living here.

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Magdalena

Magdalena

Poznan

Can host for:

2 days

About me

Hi! My name is Magdalena, I'm a 19 years old psychology student living in Poznan, Poland 🇵🇱 (a 500k city in the western part of the country). I love travelling across the world, discovering new places and learning about different cultures, preferably while meeting great people and making memories that will stay with me for a long time😊 I'm usually a very active type of traveller - I'm always down for walking tours and sports activities, but also visiting art galleries/ museums to learn about the history of the place that I'm visiting.🎨 I'm more than happy to give advice for anyone who would like to travel to Poland, since I've been in almost every major city, so feel free to ask for anything! ❣ I'm not always available for hosting, but I'm happy to share some space and spend some time together if you ask in advance. IG: flower.gleam_n_glow

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Elwira

Elwira

Bydgoszcz

Can host for:

4 days

About me

Hi! My name’s Elwira, and since last year I’ve been really enjoying my solo trips. I’m very flexible and can easily adapt to any circumstances. I like to talk, but I’m also fine with staying quiet if needed – whatever works! 😊 Apart from being a student of linguistics, I’m also a lawyer. I can communicate fluently in Polish, Russian, and English, and I know a bit of Ukrainian and French as well. This winter, I’m super excited to explore the North! (Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Latvia). I’m also planning to visit the UK, including Edinburgh and the Shetland Islands. Oh, I also love discovering new places and meeting interesting people along the way! ❤️

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Nikola

Nikola

Wroclaw

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi! I’m polish, came from the seaside but live in Wroclaw now:) I’m an artist and I’m finishing up stage and costume design at the Academy of Fine Arts. I have also lived in Milan, Italy, doing my half year Erasmus programme at the academy. I live in a community house here in Wroclaw. I love movies and theatre, all sorts of arts and crafts, cooking, baking and gardening! Since last year took me to a few new countries and a new continent, I started loving travelling also:) I would so love to exchange hosts, especially Italy has a special place in my heart:)

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Ariel

Ariel

Świebodzice

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I am a young, queer artist, local in my area, living with my long term partner, who is also a woman✌️ We have a spare couch 🛋️ We love good food, sweet treats and walking around.

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Upcoming visitors to Poland

berfin

berfin

About Me

Hey! I am Berfin i live in Turkey,Ankara with my family. I study Economics at Ostim Technical university this is my third year. I am 22 and i love making friends specially girls because as a girl we are more safe and also have so much things to share😇 I will go to Erasmus to Poland and i am really excited about that. I want to improve my languages and my communicate skills. I love cats. in my free times i love drinking coffee or anything else with my loveones. trying to new hobbies and listen to rock music is my fave part of life 🥳🥳

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Lejonka

Lejonka

About Me

Hey beautiful people! My name is Lejonka, and i am currently studying in Finland. In the summer of 25 I am making a solo interrail trip through eastern Europe, and then I'm having a gap year 25-26 where I will be living in the autumn in the Netherlands (I am both Dutch and Finnish) and then traveling and volunteering in Africa and Iceland in the spring!

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Safety in Poland