Why This European Capital Is Surprisingly My Favorite Solo Female Travel Destination
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Europe is one of the safest and easiest regions to explore as a solo female traveler.
So if you want to explore the world, then there’s no need to wait for someone to go with you.
Just go it alone!
I’ve visited dozens of cities solo, but this unexpected European capital captured my heart. Its rich history, affordable prices, and excellent safety record all mean that it’s a city I would love to visit again and again.
Here’s why this European capital is my favorite solo female travel destination:
An Underrated Travel Destination
Warsaw is such an underrated travel destination, and despite being the capital of Poland, many travelers prefer to visit Krakow instead. In fact, Krakow is the most popular tourist destination in Poland.
Despite this, Warsaw is my favorite solo female travel destination for so many reasons.
Warsaw is varied and beautiful and you’ll find history on every corner.
As an official history nerd, I found it a fascinating place to explore.
You can see the remains of the city’s Ghetto Wall or wander around the newest Old Town in Europe.
So much of Warsaw’s Old Town was destroyed during WWII that it was almost completely reconstructed in the post-war era.
But the reconstruction is so faithful to the original that you almost forget you’re not exploring ancient history.
The best way to find out more about the impact WWII had on the city is with a tour, especially if you’re flying solo.
I took a tour of the Warsaw Ghetto and learned so much about the horrors that impacted the history of Jewish people both in the city and in wider Europe.
Warsaw’s detractors often mention its ugly Soviet-era buildings, but even these are interesting in their own way.
The Palace of Culture and Science was Stalin’s last gift to the city before the iron curtain fell.
My hotel was right next door, and if you’re nearby I recommend paying the 20 PLN ($5) to visit the building’s 30th floor observation deck and enjoy the views of the city.
There’s so much to see and do in the city and it is this abundance of activity that makes Warsaw one of my favorite travel spots.
Safe And Secure
Warsaw is a destination with an impeccable safety record. I felt incredibly safe and secure in the city as a solo female traveler, even at night while having a cocktail or two.
Warsaw isn’t known for having the most happening nightlife scene in Europe but there are plenty of places to let your hair down. I recommend The Roots Cocktail Bar which is the number 1 cocktail bar in the city according to Tripadvisor and according to me!
The city is well-lit, there is a visible police presence across the city after hours, and the locals are helpful and friendly (if not a little blunt).
While I felt safe walking back to my hotel at night, the city has an amazing public transportation system that gives you easy and safe transport from pretty much anywhere in the city at all hours.
Don’t feel comfortable using public transportation as a solo female traveler?
I’ve never been in a city where traveling by Uber is so affordable! A 20-minute Uber ride cost me just 25 PLN ($6).
There are also plenty of electric scooters on almost every street corner, and it’s easy to download the relevant app and hop on. There are several different companies available, but I used Bolt because they offered a 50% discount on your first 3 journeys.
The U.S. Department of State has given Poland a Level 1 travel advisory which is the lowest level available, and is a clear sign of just how safe the country is.
While you should exercise normal precautions, such as keeping an eye on your bag in crowds, spending time in Warsaw is likely to be just as safe as spending time in your home city.
And feeling safe is so important when traveling solo.
Great For Budget Travelers
Warsaw is a great spot for budget travelers.
I’ve already mentioned just how cheap nearly every kind of transportation is which means that getting around will barely put a dent in your budget.
Want to see as much of the city as possible without opening your wallet?
There are a huge choice of city tours offered by locals available in English completely free of charge. Just make sure you have some cash to tip your tour guide.
Other free activities worth enjoying in Warsaw include enjoying the laser show at the Fountain Park, visiting the city’s many parks and green spaces, and many of Warsaw’s museums are free too.
You’ll find live street performances in the Old Town and across the city’s parks no matter what the time of year.
Art lovers will be fascinated by Warsaw’s murals and street art which are on some of the cities most prominent locations.
You can see the work of world-famous street artists in every district of Warsaw.
Accommodation options are affordable, and the price of food and drink is incredibly cheap too.
I paid just 11 PLN ($2.70) for a cake and coffee break, 40 PLN ($10) for an artisan pizza and 8 PLN ($2) for a pastry and bottle of water from a local bakery.
Entrance to the Royal Palace cost 50 PLN ($12.60) and this was the most expensive activity I signed up for in the city.
Warsaw is a great place to travel if you don’t want to worry about breaking the bank or checking price tags. And a great place for solo female travelers.
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