On the basis of the author’s own maps of the Warsaw-Śródmieście district and comparing private and public institutions, the author explains how the cooperation in the area of protection provided by the government and private security companies is fulfilled. In the article, the researcher tries to verify whether the private security companies divide their action territory between themselves. What is the selection reason of the security company? How important are the historic monuments and how are they protected? The attitude towards the private security companies and the reasons behind the selection of the company are analysed. Who can we ask for help in a critical situation?