Paris tops the list every year, and not by accident.

Areas around the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Montmartre, and major metro stations are prime territory. Pickpocket groups work in teams, often using distractions like petitions, spilled drinks, or friendly conversations to get close.

Barcelona is infamous among police for organised pickpocketing rings.

La Rambla, metro stations, beaches, and nightlife areas see constant activity. A common technique involves creating confusion — someone bumps you while another person takes advantage of the moment. Backpacks and open handbags are easy wins.

Prague’s old town and tram network are well-known problem areas.

Pickpockets here often work quietly, targeting tourists who are distracted by architecture, street performers, or navigation apps. Phones are frequently taken directly from jacket pockets..

London has been a rising pickpocket destination, and the sheer volume of tourists makes it a hotspot.

Busy underground stations like Oxford Circus, Leicester Square, and major attractions are common locations. Phone snatching using e-bikes and scooters, in particular, has increased in recent years.

Crowded streets, narrow walkways, and busy nightlife areas make Amsterdam ideal for pickpockets.

Bicycles, trams, and dense foot traffic create constant movement — which thieves use to mask their actions. Crossbody bags worn loosely are common targets.