Adelaide City

Adelaide City is a generally safe place to visit, but as with any big city, visitors must also take precautions to ensure their personal safety. Below are some of the dangers, warnings and tips you should consider when visiting Adelaide City in South Australia.

Dangers to Look Out For

Like any big city Adelaide has areas that can be hazardous to inexperienced travelers. Things to look out for when in Adelaide are:

• Pedestrian safety - always obey traffic signals and look both ways before crossing the street. Car drivers in some areas of Adelaide can be aggressive towards pedestrians so be aware of your surroundings
• Vehicle crime - always ensure your car is locked and windows are closed to prevent theft
• Personal Safety - always be aware of your surroundings and avoid walking alone late at night. Use well-lit streets versus dark alleys, if possible take a buddy with you especially if you are a woman

Warnings

While Adelaide is generally considered a safe place to visit, there are still some warnings you should be mindful of when traveling around the city:

• Travel Advisories - before visiting Adelaide or any city in Australia, be sure to stay up to date on the latest travel advisories from the Australian Government
• Natural Disasters - as a coastal city, Adelaide can be vulnerable to natural disasters like severe weather and bushfires. Follow advice from local authorities and stay up to date on the latest weather warnings

Safety tips

Even if you are not familiar with Adelaide city, following these safety tips can help make your trip a more enjoyable experience:

• Carry and use your smartphone as it is a handy tool for calling emergency services or messaging friends and family, Map technology is also very useful for finding your way around
• Store emergency numbers in your phone - in case of an emergency, you should know who to call. Save the numbers of local emergency services like the police, ambulance, or fire department in your phone before you leave your accommodation or use "000" which is the equivalent to "911" emergency services in the USA
• Use ATMs during the day in well lit publicly visible areas
• Be wary of your personal belongings - Pickpockets thrive on tourists who are not being attentive, so always keep belongings like wallets, phones or cameras safely tucked away and out of sight, be mindful of bags that advertise valuables inside

Emergency contacts

For emergencies in Australia, there are several numbers you can call:

• Emergency Services - 000

Take all necessary precautions when traveling in Adelaide City and you are sure to have a safe and enjoyable visit!