Krakow Tips on Safety and Security 

Safety tips for Krakow visitors.

How to be on the safe side in Krakow, Poland.

The emergency phone number for integrated services is 112 but one may call directly the police at 997, the fire brigade at 998, and ambulance at 999. All four telephone numbers are toll-free. Unfortunately, there are little chances anybody on the other end would speak fluent English. So, if you do not speak Polish yourself, get somebody who does (surprisingly many Krakow natives prove very helpful in need). 

Police stations do not employ interpreters, but they will bring one from the Krakow headquarters if necessary.

Krakow in Poland

Stay safe in Krakow
Poland is generally safer than most European countries, east or west. And Krakow is safer than other major cities in Poland.
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Tips for the Business Visitor Coming to Krakow

Carry your money, credit cards and passport in a money belt or in a safe pocket, and grip firmly the handbag if it is precious to you. 

Beware pickpockets in any crowded place but notably in the airport, at railroad stations, bus stops, shops, and on public transport.

Watch your luggage closely in the train, bus, streetcar, and in the airport, railroad station, bus depot, etc.

When traveling by rail avoid noisy company as well as empty carriages or compartments.

Do not accept food or drinks from strangers, notably alcohol and especially on a long journey by train.

Do not make friends in the street.

In the night keep to well lit streets.

Do not buy any valuable goods, notably gold, in the street.

Safeguard your car well against theft and even then do not leave it in remote places for very long.