Do not advertise that you are a tourist. Place maps and travel brochures in the glove compartment. Park in well-lit, busy areas. Check the back seat before getting into your car. Planning reduces your chance of becoming the victim of a crime.
Select tour guides carefully.
Ask if any areas in town should be avoided. Stick to well-lit main streets and public areas. Looking lost may make you look like an easy target for crime. If you do get lost, find an open business and ask for directions. Only carry with you the cash you will need, and carry only small denominations.