Be Safe in Krakow
Krakow is considered to be one of the safer towns in Europe and shouldn’t present any problems to your safety or health. However, along with the city’s increased popularity as a tourist destination, petty crime has been on the rise. Taking a few simple precautions will remove most of the potential for being a victim.
Safety
Krakow has long been considered a very safe city for living and visiting. However, a small level of petty crime has been flourishing over the past few years, and tourists are usually on the receiving end of this bad fortune. Pickpockets are the most common problem, so take special care to keep your valuables hidden and your camera and bags slung across your shoulder to deter an easy snatch. Muggings are not common in the city, but they do occasionally happen, so try and stick to well-lit and populated areas as the night wears on.
In general, you can go almost anywhere in Krakow after dark and feel safe. The bar and restaurant areas in the Old Town are well lit and policed. Another problem on the rise in Krakow is car theft. If you bring a car along with you, park it in the safety of your hotel car park and don’t leave anything of value inside.
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Health
There are no serious health risks in Krakow which should cause you concern. The quality of the tap water has improved significantly over the past few years and is safe to drink, but it’s always advisable to stick to bottled water as your stomach will not be used to the difference in microbes. The food in Krakow’s restaurants is typically up to international standards, but make sure your street stall food has been thoroughly cooked.
If anything does happen during your visit, there are excellent medical facilities right in Krakow. Many of the staff and doctors speak English and can assist you with any problems. Citizens of the EU should be covered by their own insurance plan, but visitors from other countries should get some travel insurance to cover any unexpected hospital costs. The price of travel insurance is very small compared to a Polish medical bill.
Ambulance: 999
Szpital Srodmiejski Hospital: +48 012 22 41 90