Staré Město (Old Town)
expensiveHistoric heart of Prague with Astronomical Clock, Old Town Square, and stunning medieval architecture
Best for history, architecture, sightseeing, shopping
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The City of a Hundred Spires, featuring stunning medieval architecture, a hilltop castle, and rich beer culture.
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2° / -3° 24 mmFeb
4° / -2° 23 mmMar
9° / 1° 28 mmApr
15° / 5° 38 mmMay
20° / 9° 58 mmJun
23° / 13° 73 mmJul
25° / 15° 66 mmAug
25° / 14° 62 mmSep
20° / 10° 40 mmOct
14° / 6° 31 mmNov
7° / 2° 32 mmDec
3° / -1° 25 mmVáclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) · 17 km west of city center
Airport Express Bus (AE) (35-45 min to Main Station, 100 CZK (€4)) · Public Bus 119 + Metro (45-60 min, 40 CZK (€1.60)) · Uber/Bolt (25-35 min, 400-600 CZK (€16-24)) · Taxi (25-35 min, 600-800 CZK (€24-32))
Metro, Tram, Bus
Metro runs 5am-midnight. Three lines: A (green), B (yellow), C (red) · Trams run 24/7. Night trams (numbered 91-99) run after midnight · ALWAYS validate tickets - inspectors are frequent, fines are 1,000 CZK (€40) · Buy tickets from yellow machines, newsstands, PID Lítačka app · Tram 22 is scenic route through historic center
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Czech Koruna (CZK)
Beer culture is central - Czechs drink more beer per capita than anywhere in the world · Lunch is main meal of day (12-2pm), dinner is lighter · Pubs are social hubs - beer gardens popular in summer · Reserved demeanor - Czechs may seem standoffish but warm up over time · Say "Na zdraví!" (nah zdrah-vee) when toasting
Greet with "Dobrý den" (good day) when entering shops and restaurants · Remove shoes when entering someone's home · Table manners matter - keep hands visible, elbows off table · Wait to be seated in restaurants, don't seat yourself · Keep voices down in public transport and public spaces
Schengen visa required for most non-EU. US/Canada/Australia/UK: 90 days visa-free within 180-day period
230V, 50Hz · C, E
Good public healthcare. EU citizens free with EHIC card. Travel insurance recommended. Many English-speaking doctors in tourist areas
SAFE · Tourist scams common - overcharging at exchange offices, taxi scams, bar scams in nightlife areas · Watch for pickpockets in crowded tourist areas (Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, trams) · Avoid unlicensed taxis - use Uber, Bolt, or official taxi apps · Be wary of currency exchange offices with "0% commission" - they have poor rates · Some nightclubs in Wenceslas Square area inflate bills - check prices before ordering · Keep valuables secure, especially on tram 22 (popular pickpocket route)
Police 112 · Ambulance 112
Historic heart of Prague with Astronomical Clock, Old Town Square, and stunning medieval architecture
Best for history, architecture, sightseeing, shopping
Baroque district below Prague Castle with beautiful gardens, palaces, and Charles Bridge
Best for architecture, romantic, views, culture
Built in 14th century, home to Wenceslas Square, nightlife, shopping, and business district
Best for shopping, nightlife, dining, business
Upscale residential area with parks, trendy cafes, restaurants, and Art Nouveau buildings
Best for dining, local experience, cafes, nightlife
Alternative neighborhood with hipster bars, beer gardens, TV Tower, and affordable eateries
Best for nightlife, budget dining, local experience, alternative scene
Revitalized industrial district with modern restaurants, cafes, and cultural venues
Best for dining, nightlife, local experience, modern architecture
Authentic Czech beer hall with traditional dishes, excellent Pilsner Urquell, and local atmosphere
Must-try: Svíčková (marinated beef), Roast pork with dumplings, Fresh Pilsner, Goulash
Historic brewery and restaurant since 1499, famous for dark lager brewed on-site
Must-try: Dark lager 13°, Roast duck, Pork knee, Beer-battered cheese
Elegant 1893 café with high ceilings, excellent breakfast, pastries, and refined Czech cuisine
Must-try: Eggs Benedict, Open sandwiches (chlebíčky), Apple strudel, Svíčková
Contemporary take on Czech cuisine with bakery, open kitchen, and farm-to-table approach
Must-try: Sourdough bread, Beef tartare, Seasonal tasting menu, Czech wines
Hipster butcher shop and restaurant, "Meat and Donut", with excellent burgers and pastries
Must-try: Beef burger, Pork neck, Donuts (koblihy), Czech craft beer
Casual modern canteen with excellent Czech food, craft beer, and local crowd
Must-try: Daily specials, Beef tartare, Pork belly, Czech microbrews
Experience the best of Prague in one packed day - from Prague Castle to Charles Bridge and Old Town
Early visit to Prague Castle · Walk down through Malá Strana
Three days to explore Prague's castles, beer culture, neighborhoods, and hidden gems
Prague Castle complex · Strahov Monastery and library
Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock · Jewish Quarter (Josefov)
Explore Vyšehrad fortress · Lunch in Vinohrady
180 km south · Full day (10-12 hours)
Fairytale medieval town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stunning castle and winding Vltava River
80 km east · Half to full day (5-8 hours)
Medieval silver mining town with UNESCO sites and famous Sedlec Ossuary decorated with 40,000 human bones
30 km southwest · Half day (4-6 hours)
Gothic castle built by Emperor Charles IV to house crown jewels, perched on hilltop above village
130 km west · Full day (8-10 hours)
Elegant spa town with thermal springs, colonnades, colorful buildings, and Becherovka herbal liqueur
60 km north · Half day (4-6 hours)
WWII concentration camp memorial and fortress town, important Holocaust history site