Safest cities in Czechia
4 cities with 100k+ population · data updated 2026-09-04
What official travel advice warns about
Terrorism
- Terrorism in CzechiaTerrorist attacks in Czechia cannot be ruled out.
Political situation
- Public protests may happen at short notice. These have been peaceful but take care in crowded places and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Crime
- Protecting yourself and your belongingsPetty theft is a problem, especially in major tourist areas in Prague. There is a risk of pickpocketing:
- Drink spikingThere is a risk of drink spiking in bars and clubs. Be careful not to take drinks from strangers or leave your drinks unattended.
- ScamsBeware of criminals pretending to be plainclothes policemen who ask to see your foreign currency and passport. Czech police officers do not have the right to do this. Do not show them your money. Instead, offer to go with them to the nearest police station. You can also call 112 to check their identity.
Travelling in groups
- If you’re travelling in a group, keep a note of your hotel phone number and address in case you are separated. Leave contact details with a friend or relative in the UK.
Prague safety issues
- Prague city police advise visitors to:
Laws and cultural differences
- Personal IDIt is a legal requirement to carry ID. Always carry your passport. The police may fine or arrest you if you do not. They will normally accept a scan of your passport if you have not committed a crime.
- Drunken and offensive behaviourStag groups are not allowed to enter some city centre bars and restaurants. You may be arrested or fined for drunken or offensive behaviour. Police may take you to ‘sober-up’ facilities for a temporary period, and you will have to pay for your stay.
- Illegal drugsThe possession, sale and distribution of drugs, including cannabis, is illegal, and the drugs are often dangerous counterfeits. Some shops, particularly in Prague, advertise ‘cannabis products’, which contain trace amounts of THC permissible under Czech law.
- LGBT+ travellersSame-sex relationships and civil partnerships are legal in Czechia, but same-sex marriages are not recognised in Czech law. Registered same-sex partnerships are awaiting presidential approval. Same-sex couples showing affection in public could receive unwanted attention. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
- SurrogacyIt is illegal to earn money from a surrogacy arrangement.
Transport risks
- Road travelIf you are planning to drive in Czechia, see information on driving abroad and check the rules of the road in the RAC’s Czechia guide. The guide lists driving regulations and other legal requirements you need to be aware of.
- TaxisIt’s safer to use a major taxi company than to pick one up in the street. Some taxis charge high prices. Always check the rates on the side of the taxi before getting in.
- Buses and tramsSee Prague public transport information and journey planner in English.
Extreme weather and natural disasters
- Find out what you can do to prepare for and respond to extreme weather and natural hazards.
Headings and opening lines from the UK FCDO “Safety and security” travel advice for Czechia, updated 2026-08-11 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Read the full advice on gov.uk →
Country figures
- Homicide rate
- 0.61 /100k2024
- Income inequality
- Gini 25.72023
- Human development
- HDI 0.9152023
- Income
- $57,870/yrGNI per capita PPP
- Road deaths
- 5.9 /100kWHO, 2019
- Political stability
- 82/100WGI, 2024 · higher = more stable
- Rule of law
- 77/100WGI, 2024
- Corruption perceptions
- 59/100Transparency Intl, 2025 · higher = cleaner
- Natural-hazard risk
- 1.9/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Women, Peace & Security
- 0.83GIWPS, 2025 · 0-1, higher = better
- Air quality
- 12.7 µg/m³PM2.5, 2023 · WHO guideline is 5
- Safe drinking water
- 98%of population, 2024 · WHO/UNICEF JMP
- Healthcare capacity
- 4.3 doctors /1k6.5 hospital beds per 1,000
Natural hazards
- Flood
- 5.7/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
- Drought
- 1.3/10EU INFORM, 2026 · higher = riskier
Hazard types scoring under 1 out of 10 are not listed.
Same-sex sexual activity is legal in Czechia (as of 2025).
How Czechia compares
| Measure | Czechia | World median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rate | 0.6 /100k | 2.4 /100k | −1.8 /100k — better for Czechia |
| Income inequality (Gini) | 25.7 | 35.2 | −9.5 — better for Czechia |
| Human development (HDI) | 0.915 | 0.763 | +0.152 — better for Czechia |
| Road deaths | 5.9 /100k | 15.4 /100k | −9.5 /100k — better for Czechia |
| Rule of law | 77/100 | 52/100 | +25/100 — better for Czechia |
| Corruption perceptions | 59/100 | 39/100 | +20/100 — better for Czechia |
| Air quality (PM2.5) | 12.7 µg/m³ | 19.7 µg/m³ | −7.0 µg/m³ — better for Czechia |
| Natural-hazard risk | 1.9/10 | 3.8/10 | −1.9/10 — better for Czechia |
| Measure | Czechia | Europe median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide rate | 0.6 /100k | 1.0 /100k | −0.4 /100k — better for Czechia |
| Income inequality (Gini) | 25.7 | 30.7 | −5.0 — better for Czechia |
| Human development (HDI) | 0.915 | 0.907 | +0.008 — better for Czechia |
| Road deaths | 5.9 /100k | 5.5 /100k | +0.4 /100k — better for Europe median |
| Rule of law | 77/100 | 73/100 | +4/100 — better for Czechia |
| Corruption perceptions | 59/100 | 56/100 | +4/100 — better for Czechia |
| Air quality (PM2.5) | 12.7 µg/m³ | 11.2 µg/m³ | +1.5 µg/m³ — better for Europe median |
| Natural-hazard risk | 1.9/10 | 2.5/10 | −0.6/10 — better for Czechia |
Medians, not means, so one extreme country cannot drag the reference value. Each row compares only the countries that have a published figure for that measure, and differences are plain arithmetic between stored values.