Prague — Fairy-tale spires, Charles Bridge, and Bohemian beer

Prague

Fairy-tale spires, Charles Bridge, and Bohemian beer

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Why should I come?

Why visit Prague?

Immerse yourself in centuries of history, from Gothic cathedrals and medieval astronomical clocks to vibrant modern art, all while enjoying world-class Bohemian beer.

Country

Czech Republic

Currency

Czech koruna

Language

Czech (official)

Airport

Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

Time Zone

Central European Time (CET) / Central European Summer Time (CEST) (UTC+1 / UTC+2)

Best Time

May and September

What do locals know?

Practical insight from people who've lived it

Karlín District

Once an industrial hub, Karlín is now Prague's coolest neighborhood filled with hip cafes, modern bistros, and beautifully renovated factory buildings.

Svíčková na smetaně

The quintessential Czech dish consisting of tender beef sirloin in a rich, sweet root-vegetable cream sauce, served alongside fluffy bread dumplings.

Náplavka Farmers Market

A vibrant weekend market along the Vltava River bank offering fresh local produce, artisanal baked goods, and live music with a lively local crowd.

Speculum Alchemiae

An authentic, highly preserved 16th-century alchemy laboratory hidden beneath the streets of the Jewish Quarter, revealing Prague's occult past.

Can I book somewhere to stay?

Where to stay in Prague

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Popular destinations

9 stays near Prague
Oaza Ricany
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Oaza Ricany

V Chobote 2112, Ricany CZ, 25101
8.4/10(461 reviews)
3 guests · 1 bed
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$126 / night
Pension Centrum
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Pension Centrum

17. Listopadu 6, Ricany CZ, 25101
8.6/10(658 reviews)
6 guests · 2 beds
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$90 / night
Pavilon
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Pavilon

Bezrucova 222/68, Ricany CZ, 25101
9.1/10(769 reviews)
4 guests · 1 bed
from
$151 / night
HONEST Ricany
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HONEST Ricany

Černokostelecká 1623, Ricany, 25101, Czech Republic
8.9/10(730 reviews)
3 guests · 1 bed
from
$91 / night
Byt apartman 2rooms 76m2 all new
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Byt apartman 2rooms 76m2 all new

2 Výmarova, Prague, 103 00, Czech Republic
7.9/10(54 reviews)
6 guests · 1 bed
from
$108 / night
STUDIO KRÁLOVICE Apartment
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STUDIO KRÁLOVICE Apartment

Ke Tvrzi 183, Prague, 104 00, Czech Republic
9.7/10(73 reviews)
3 guests · 1 bed
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$113 / night
Dvůr Stupice
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Dvůr Stupice

Na Tvrzi 35, Stupice Czech Republic, 250 84
9.4/10(41 reviews)
4 guests · 1 bed
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$93 / night
Old Summer House with renovated bathroom
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Old Summer House with renovated bathroom

851 Zbýšovská, Prague, 190 16, Czech Republic
7.7/10(47 reviews)
5 guests · 2 beds
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$107 / night
Alt Pension
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Alt Pension

Pod Markétou 155, Prague CZ, 10400
9.4/10(304 reviews)
3 guests · 1 bed
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$84 / night

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What do I need before travelling?

What you need before you go

Currency & Tipping

  • ·Prague uses the Czech Koruna (CZK). While cards are widely accepted, carry some cash for small purchases and leave a standard 10% tip at restaurants.

Navigating Public Transit

  • ·Prague boasts a highly efficient network of trams and metros. Buy tickets in advance from yellow machines and validate them before boarding.

Pickpocketing Awareness

  • ·Prague is a very safe city, but remain vigilant of highly skilled pickpockets operating in dense tourist areas like the Charles Bridge and Old Town Square.

Wi-Fi & SIM Cards

  • ·EU roaming rules apply. Non-EU visitors can easily purchase local eSIMs or prepaid Vodafone/O2 SIM cards at the airport or corner shops for fast 5G data.

Good to Know

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