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Security in Budapest

The overral public security situation in Budapest is considered as really good comparing to an international average, but still it is better if tourists are prepared for certain situations so that they do not end up feeling cheated. Taxis are best pre-booked by phone; they are cheaper and there is no chance that you will pick up the one or two ‘private taxis’ who charge outrageous fares. The tourist’s wallet is in the greatest danger, and so it is wise when using public transport, at shopping centres, markets or any other busy area where people are jostling around to pay extra attention to wallets, purses and bags. (For phone numbers of reputable companies. Always ask for a menu showing all the prices before choosing which restaurant to eat at. This way you can rule out any unpleasantness caused by overcharging. Never get mixed up in changing money or gambling on the street. Carry documents, money and credit cards in a closed, inner pocket, and don’t carry a lot of cash around town. Never leave valuables in your car. When you book your Budapest accommodation be sure that you choose safe part of city, because it is possible that one day you could find your things stolen from your room if it would be far from the center of city, which is considered as safe for foreigners.

Lost your passport?

You should report the loss of your passport to the following authority: Budapest and Pest County Directorate of the Office for Immigration and Citizenship Address: H–1117 Budapest, Budafoki út 60 ≥ 463-9165, 463-9181 Open: 24 hours If your passport is stolen, you must report the loss to the local district police headquarters. Emergency services: ≥ 107 or 112. Tourinform telephone enquiries – Tourist Police: 438-8080

Left luggage

In Budapest left luggage counters and coinoperated lockers are to be found at the rail stations. There are two non-stop left luggage counters at both the Eastern (Keleti) and the Southern (Déli) Railway Stations, while the Western (Nyugati) Railway Station has a left luggage counter open from 5 am-midnight, and lockers available 24 hours a day.