Warsaw, Poland

Is Warsaw safe for solo female travelers?

Warsaw scores 7.0/10 on overall safety. The Georgetown WPS Index rates Poland at 85/100 for women's safety. Here's what the data and real reviews say.

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Women's safety (WPS Index)
85.4/100
Georgetown WPS Index 2025

Is Warsaw safe for solo female travelers? (2026)

How safe is Warsaw overall?

Warsaw scores 7.0/10 overall, in the safe range. Most travelers report few problems; the usual care in crowded tourist spots is enough.

Women's safety in Warsaw

The Georgetown Institute's Women, Peace and Security Index (2025) rates Poland at 85/100 on women's inclusion, justice and security, in the higher global range. Solo female travelers generally report feeling comfortable in Warsaw, with the usual street-smart habits.

Solo female travel tips for Warsaw

Stick to well-lit, busy streets after dark, keep your phone charged with a transport app installed, and trust your instincts about areas that feel off. The reviews below come from women who share their own experience of Warsaw.

Real reviews, not guesswork

Every score on this page comes from official indicators and the safety model, not from AI-generated text. Where travelers who share your profile have reviewed Warsaw, you'll find their words below. Last reviewed 2026.

Sources: Georgetown WPS Index, Equaldex, UNESCO, World Bank, OpenStreetMap (ODbL), Wikidata (CC0) and MapSur community reviews. How we score

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Frequently asked questions

Is Warsaw safe for solo female travelers?

Warsaw scores 7.0/10 and is broadly safe for solo female travelers, with normal precautions. See the breakdown above.

Is Warsaw safe for women at night?

Poland scores 85/100 on the Georgetown WPS Index (2025). As anywhere, stick to busy, well-lit areas after dark in Warsaw and plan your transport ahead. The reviews above add ground-level detail.

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