Safety in Russia 2026 – The True Guide
Safety is the #1 question we get from everyone — Americans, Europeans, Indians, Arabs.
Let’s talk straight.
The facts (2025–2026) Tourist areas (St. Petersburg, Moscow, Baikal, Karelia, Sochi, Golden Ring) are safe — safer than many big cities in Europe or USA for street crime.
Pickpocketing is very low, violent crime against foreigners almost zero.. Streets are clean, well-lit, police visible in tourist spots. Women walk alone at night in the center without issues (surely).
The US/UK/Canada State Dept advisories say “Do Not Travel” or “Reconsider” — mostly because of geopolitics, not street safety. Same as they say for some other popular places.
Real risks:
Let’s talk straight.
The facts (2025–2026) Tourist areas (St. Petersburg, Moscow, Baikal, Karelia, Sochi, Golden Ring) are safe — safer than many big cities in Europe or USA for street crime.
Pickpocketing is very low, violent crime against foreigners almost zero.. Streets are clean, well-lit, police visible in tourist spots. Women walk alone at night in the center without issues (surely).
The US/UK/Canada State Dept advisories say “Do Not Travel” or “Reconsider” — mostly because of geopolitics, not street safety. Same as they say for some other popular places.
Real risks:
- Avoid protests or political events (rare in tourist areas).
- Traffic can be crazy — use Yandex Taxi, not random cars.
- Winter cold — dress warm, we give packing list.
How we make it 100 % safe for you
Our company works according to the principle of individual approach to every client. This method allows us to achieve success in problems of all levels.
- Airport meet & greet — trusted drivers
- Only verified English-speaking guides (background checked)
- 24/7 WhatsApp support — if anything feels off, we fix it in minutes (pickup, police, hospital)Our managers are always ready to answer your questions. You can call us at the weekends and at night
- Local SIM on arrival — always connected
- Small groups (4–8 people) — you’re never alone
- Insurance included (medical + cancellation)
Russian Hospitality – The Heart That Warms Even in −30 °C
Russian hospitality is legendary for a reason — and it's one of the things I love most about showing the country to foreigners
It's not just "nice". It's deep, old, and real
The tradition goes back centuries: when a guest arrives, you greet them with bread and salt — round loaf of bread with a salt shaker on top. It means "you are welcome, you are family, you will never be hungry here."
It's not just "nice". It's deep, old, and real
The tradition goes back centuries: when a guest arrives, you greet them with bread and salt — round loaf of bread with a salt shaker on top. It means "you are welcome, you are family, you will never be hungry here."
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