{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/romania/cluj-napoca","updatedAt":"2026-09-14T07:35:19.954Z","place":{"city":"Cluj-Napoca","country":"Romania","countryCode":"RO","lat":46.76667,"lon":23.6},"safety":{"score":82,"level":"SAFE","answer":"Yes — generally safe","saferThanPctOfCountries":89,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":81,"travellerSentiment":{"score":84,"label":"Mostly positive","summary":"Recent traveler reports describe Cluj-Napoca as welcoming and calm, with visitors feeling comfortable walking during daylight and at night in central areas, though some note petty theft risks in crowded nightlife zones.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":78,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":92,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":77,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Yes — Cluj-Napoca is one of Europe's safest cities for visitors, with low violent crime and normal security precautions advised.","summary":"Cluj-Napoca scores 81/100 on the composite safety index, reflecting low homicide rates, strong institutions, and minimal terrorism risk. While petty theft occurs in tourist-heavy areas like the Old Town and nightlife zones after dark, violent crime against visitors is extremely rare. Travelers report feeling safe walking in central areas day and night, though standard urban caution is advised around transport hubs and crowded events.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Low","note":"Mugging and armed robbery are extremely rare; isolated incidents reported near the central train station after dark."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing occurs in crowded tourist spots such as the Old Town square and during major festivals, especially after dark."},"safeAreas":["Centrul Vechi (Old Town)","Babeș-Bolyai University area","Gheorgheni","Zorilor"],"avoidAreas":["Manastur (at night unless familiar)","Marasti (at night unless familiar)","Iris (at night unless familiar)"],"scams":["Overcharging by unauthorized taxis","Fake police demanding bribes","Pickpocket distraction tactics in crowded bars and festivals"],"zones":[{"name":"Centrul Vechi (Old Town)","level":"safe","note":"Historic center with good lighting, frequent patrols, and low violent crime; pickpocketing possible in crowds"},{"name":"Babeș-Bolyai University area","level":"safe","note":"Lively student zone with vibrant atmosphere; generally safe day and night, secure belongings in bars"},{"name":"Gheorgheni","level":"safe","note":"Residential area with parks and shopping centers; safe for walking and well-connected by public transport"},{"name":"Manastur","level":"caution","note":"Suburb advised to avoid at night unless familiar; quieter and less lit after dark"},{"name":"Marasti","level":"caution","note":"Suburb advised to avoid at night unless familiar; some parts less well-lit"},{"name":"Iris","level":"caution","note":"Suburb advised to avoid at night unless familiar; residential with variable lighting"},{"name":"Cluj-Napoca Central Train Station area","level":"caution","note":"Isolated mugging reports after dark; use authorized taxis or apps, avoid unlicensed cabs"},{"name":"Zorilor","level":"safe","note":"Large residential district with good transport links; generally safe by day, some parts less lit at night"}]}}