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

4.7 /5

based on 63 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.7/5

Safety

4.7/5

Food

4.6/5

Budget-friendly

4.1/5

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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Solo travel

I only stayed in Krakow for 1 night bit I had a great city tour, it was really nice as the sun was going down. I stayd in a hostel wich was very clean and I felt pretty safe as well. Also think that Krakow is quite budget friendly!

Posted: March 25, 2025
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Benedetta

Benedetta

Germany

Solo travel

I spent very little money. I flew to Katowice and then took the transportation from the airport to Krakow city where I stayed overnight in a hostel for two nights. I attended a free walking tour that was very interesting and booked the visit in the salt mines, something amazing!

Posted: February 14, 2025
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aleksadra

aleksadra

Poland

Couple travel

Krakow is a really nice city to do all kinds of stuff from laying on the beach ( you should visit zakrzówek) to going clubbing (just go to the old town there is a lot of pubs and clubs) You should try "obwarzanek" and pierogis. If you have a lot of time you can go to polish Mountain (zakopane) or visit some historical places like aushitz-birkenau.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Kalypso

Kalypso

Denmark

Couple travel

Krakow! My heart goes out to you! 🫶🏼 What a magical experience. It honestly felt like waking up to Narnia everyday. The food was incredible. People can seem rude as hell, but I don’t mind it because once you talk with them they are such a joy! I visited Auschwitz and Birkenau and anyone should go. We also got “scammed” or fell in a tourist trap by following some shiny lights to a game arcade. I had to buy new winter boots because my shoes got drenched by all the snow. And I love the shoes so much. I can’t really list all the things I did while visiting. But I would do it all again and I will return.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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Solo travel

I really liked this town and I'm dreaming every day to come back and walk those streets again. This city is a dream come true tbh, the views, food and attractions are ON THE TOP, literally. Breads similar to bagels, called obważanki are amazing.

Posted: January 2, 2025Experienced: July, 2021
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Anna

Anna

Denmark

Solo travel

Krakow was my first solo trip ever and I’ve had half a day to explore the city between my flight connection to Aarhus. It turned out to be not as scary as I expected and although I was too petty to stay in the hotel for only 5 hours and decided to sleep on a bench in an airport, before, I had plenty of time to roam around and see AMAZING places. The thing I liked the most was the mix of old historical and contemporary architecture. Then goes the safety overall, I not one single time felt unsafe or tried to put my phone deeper in my pocket haha :). The prices were slightly lower than in Denmark, where I live right now. Overall, I underestimated Poland and next time I will go to (maybe?) Warsaw with my architect-student boyfriend to explore different corners of this beautiful country together! 🤟

Posted: December 25, 2024
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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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Is Krakow safe for women?

Safety index

4.4 /5

Based on 70 local experiences

Crime index

1.6 /5

Based on 70 local experiences

I feel the city is pretty safe. Obviously like every city there will be worse or better parts but usually there is a lot of people walking around at night so I'm not worried about bad things happening because I can always shout. There is also a lot of stores and clubs open at night and people are usually nice at them. About being robbed? I can have my phone in my hand all the time and not feeling like someone will rob me. It's a good city

Posted: April 17, 2025
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Honestly Kraków is the safest city ive ever been to. Ive been living here for almost 2 years now and i cant even think of one dangerous situation that happened to me or my friends. I can safely walk by myself even during the night and nobody (beside drunk people who want just to talk to you or sing a song with you) will harm me.

Posted: April 16, 2025
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Meet locals in Krakow

Bianka

Bianka

About Me

Hiiii, I'm Bianka and I live in Kraków. I’m a part-time marketing student who spends weekdays biking around the city delivering food. In my free time, I love watching movies and lately Thai Dramas, also playing volleyball or tennis (just starting). Solving sudoku and reading books are also my interests. Always up for grabbing a beer in the city or giving a ride/showing around 😇

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Hanna

Hanna

About Me

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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Hanna

Hanna

Krakow

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3 days

About me

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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Maria

Maria

Krakow

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3 days

About me

Hi girlll, im Maria currently I'm in highschool but as soon as I finish I would love to start traveling. I love to dance. I'm open for anything so don't hesitate just texttt

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Upcoming visitors to Krakow

Amy

Amy

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Hi I'm Amy, I love being outside and active, hiking and all kinds of sports! I love finding quirky places, whether inside or outside and I'm a sucker for an ice cold pint!

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Victoria

Victoria

About Me

Hello everyone! I'm from Greece but currently doing my Erasmus in Wrocław, Poland. Being based here makes it super easy to hop on a bus and explore new cities or go hiking. In every place I visit, I try to soak in as much of the local vibe and experience as possible. I'm a quiet soul, I love long walks, and I’m always up for trying good food!

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