Originally Posted by
ToGo
Please note in the most case a drivers license isnt a Valid Travel Document.
I don't think anybody was discussing travel documents. The OP was asking if he could leave his passport in the hotel safe when going out sightseeing, or if we was likely to be asked for it in the street.
Its better you get an ID Card.
There are some countries where that option does not exist (the UK, for example).