Tampere travel safety advice
Risks in Tampere
Crime/violence: Low Drunk people on weekend nights, bouncers in clubs, pickpockets
Authorities/corruption: Low Security guards and nightclub bouncers might be rude and/or violent
Transportation: Low Traffic culture may be sometimes aggressive
Health: Low
Nature: Low
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On weekend nights, intoxicated people wandering around city streets may be an annoyance, especially on April 30th, the eve of May Day, when it's a common habit to get drunk; and when nice weather has people on the move. Intoxicated Finns tend to be (sometimes over-)friendly and curious towards foreigners, though black people and Arabs may sometimes experience racism. Just use your common sense, and steer clear of drunk people looking for a fight. Pickpockets occasionally lurk in crowds.
There are no exceptional crime problems or health hazards, although the extreme cold in the winter should be borne in mind by visitors, especially those planning outdoor activities. Whilst in summer the temperature rises occasionally to over 25ºC, in the winter months it can drop to around -30ºC for a day or two. Dressing warmly is a must. If you forget to bring winter clothing, you can always visit local shops for appropiate apparel. Also, watch out for slippery sidewalks in winter. Winter-time driving needs also special caution as the roads may be very slippery with ice and/or snow.
The Yliopiston Apteekki pharmacy at Hämeenkatu 16, near the main square is open daily from 7AM to 12AM.
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