Currency
Czech Koruna (CZK) Kč
Best Time
March to May, Sept to Oct
Prague enchants visitors with its magical blend of old-world charm and modern-day vibrancy. Stroll through the historic Old Town, explore the winding streets, and discover the city’s rich cultural heritage. The music scene in Prague features a variety of genres, from classical to traditional folk. The city is also known for its stunning castles, including the Prague Castle, and its cozy beer halls, making it a must-visit destination for those who appreciate history, culture, and great food.
Airport
Václav Havel Airport (PRG)
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👖Boutique with a modern spin on classic fashion.
EmfashionFashion Store for Men and Women alike
🗄️Art Gallery
MeryupFiles and storage accessories
🎨Artist Collective
KreslikarnaPlaying cards, paintings and DIY products
🐕Pet Boutique
FunkydogAccessories and toys for dogs
🥼High-end leather goods store with a focus on craftsmanship.
DrexxissFashion Store for Men and Women for winter
🥣Pottery Studio
Keramika u labeCeramic bowls and large products for garden made bespoke
👗Luxury Shopping Avenue
Pařížská StreetLuxury brands shopping street in a historical Jewish neighbourhood
🪑Charming café with a cozy atmosphere and artisanal coffee.
Cafe lightDesigner accessories and home products
📕High-end fashion shop offering global brands.
CarriereContemporary notebooks and tote bags
🧩Store offering a mix of trendy clothes for younger audiences.
OnlyliKids textile products with hats and lego mats
☕Boutique Ceramics
CarkateckaMugs and tin cans with great designs
💼Modern Ceramics
OndruskovicLeather bags, belts and accessories made with a classic look
💍Boutique
LikemeJewellery and accesories made with glass blowing
🩱Main Shopping Street
Na Příkopě StreetHigh street Shopping with boutique malls, Hamleys and Zara
🌉Iconic bridge with statues and views
Charles BridgeMedieval & Gothic architecture in old town
🐅One of the best zoos in Europe
Prague ZooZoo founded in 1931, with orangutans & Komodo dragons in Asian jungle habitat & elephant compound.
🩰Cultural landmark and performance venue
National TheatreHistoric Czech theater with daily shows of ballet, opera, and plays
🏛️Historic clock and astronomical device
Astronomical ClockMedieval & Gothic architecture in old town
Places to See
Karlův most, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia
4.9
Free
24/7
Lined with baroque statues and offers stunning views of the city
Vibe:
Vibrant, picturesque, historic
Tip:
Enjoy street performances
Get To:
Karlovy lázně tram stop
Medieval & Gothic architecture in old town
U Trojského zámku 120/3, 171 00 Praha 7, Czechia
4.8
$10-20 (ticket)
9 AM - 6 PM
Renowned for its conservation efforts and diverse species
Vibe:
Family-friendly, educational
Get To:
Nádraží Holešovice tram stop
Zoo founded in 1931, with orangutans & Komodo dragons in Asian jungle habitat & elephant compound.
Národní 2, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia
4.8
$30-70 (ticket)
9 AM - 11 PM (varies by show)
Stunning neo-Renaissance architecture and a rich history of performances
Vibe:
Elegant, historic, artistic
Tip:
Attend a performance
Get To:
National Theatre tram stop (line 9)
Historic Czech theater with daily shows of ballet, opera, and plays
Staroměstské nám. 1, 110 00 Josefov, Czechia
4.7
Free
24/7 (clock view)
A medieval astronomical clock with stunning detail and historic significance
Vibe:
Tourist hotspot, intricate
Tip:
Take a photo at the hour
Get To:
Staroměstská metro station (line A)
Medieval & Gothic architecture in old town
Trojská 800/196, 171 00 Praha-Troja, Czechia
4.7
5-10 EUR
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Large botanical garden with stunning seasonal exhibits, greenhouses, and historical vineyard.
Tip:
Seasonal flower exhibits
Large botanical garden with orchids & exotic flora in a greenhouse, plus a vineyard & a cafe.
Velkopřevorské náměstí, 100 00 Praha 1, Czechia
4.7
Free
Open 24 hours
Famous for its graffiti honoring John Lennon, a vibrant symbol of peace and freedom in Prague.
Get To:
Tram: Malostranská
This once typical wall has been filled with John Lennon-inspired graffiti, lyrics from Beatles' songs, and designs relating to local and global causes.
V Pevnosti 159/5b, 128 00 Praha 2-Vyšehrad, Czechia
4.6
$5-10 (entry)
9 AM - 5 PM
Home to a historic fort, gardens, and stunning views over the Vltava river
Get To:
Vyšehrad metro station (line C)
Historical castle with better scenic views of Prague
Karmelitská 9, 118 00 Praha 1, Czechia
4.6
Free
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Baroque monastery famous for housing the Infant Jesus of Prague, a revered Catholic religious statue.
Tip:
Baroque church, holy relics
The Baby Jesus of Prague is a small wooden statuette with a surface modeled from colored wax depicting Jesus Christ in early childhood, exhibited in the Church of Our Lady Victorious in the Lesser Town in Prague .
U Trojského zámku 4/1, 171 00 Praha 7, Czechia
4.6
5-15 EUR
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Grand Baroque château featuring historic frescoes, stunning gardens, and adjacent to Prague Zoo.
Tip:
Baroque interiors, gardens
Get To:
Bus: Zoologická zahrada
The palace is owned by the city of Prague and hosts the 19th century Czech art collections of the City Gallery.
Alšovo nábř. 110 00, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
4.5
15-30 EUR
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Smart & modest dining room with a mezzanine floor & a classic Italian trattoria menu.
Must Visit:
Charles Bridge, Prague Castle
Prague's Old Town Clock is the oldest astronomical clock still in operation and a top tourist attraction.
Places to Eat
Purkyňova 2053, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia
4.5
$10-20 (meal)
11 AM - 9 PM
Specializes in vegetarian Indian dishes in a casual setting
Get To:
Náměstí Míru metro station (line A)
Indian vegetarian restaurant serving wholesome buffet style meals
http://www.beas-dhaba.cz/Braunerova, 180 00 Praha 8, Czechia
4.4
15-25 EUR
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Authentic Italian cuisine
Get To:
Bus 137 – Želivského
Tip:
Wood-fired pizza, pasta dishes
Sales of savory and sweet pastries, cakes and desserts at farmers markets in Jiřák
Must Try:
Goulash, Trdelník, Svíčková, Koláče, Beer
Places to Drink
Plynární 1096, 170 00 Praha 7-Holešovice, Czechia
4.8
$10-30 (drink)
12 PM - 4 AM
A hub for alternative culture and diverse events
Get To:
Metro: Nádraží Holešovice (Line C)
Tip:
International DJs, diverse drinks
Steampunk design art cafe and nightclub with live acts
http://www.crossclub.cz/Karoliny Světlé 26, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
4.7
$15-30 (drink)
5 PM - 2 AM
A tribute to Ernest Hemingway with literary decor
Get To:
Metro: Můstek (Line A & B)
Tip:
Classic cocktails, cigars
Cocktail bar with a button for champagne
http://www.hemingwaybar.eu/Letenské sady, 170 00 Praha 7-Letná, Czechia
4.5
$10-20 (drink)
12 PM - 11 PM
Scenic park location with a casual atmosphere
Get To:
Tram: Letenské Sady (Line 1)
Tip:
Local beers, traditional Czech snacks
Large outdoor pub offering beers and kebabs with a view
http://www.letenskyzamecek.cz/enV Kolkovně 920, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
4.5
$15-30 (drink)
5 PM - 2 AM
Stylish décor with an extensive cocktail menu
Get To:
Metro: Náměstí Míru (Line A)
Tip:
Signature cocktails, seasonal drinks
Unique mixology bar serving bespoke cocktails based on your liking 💯
https://lfleur.cz/Národní 339/11, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
4.4
5-15 EUR
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Known for its laid-back, artistic vibe with live music and quirky, underground feel.
Get To:
Metro: Národní třída
Cozy watering hole serving beer & cocktails in a subterranean space with live music.
http://facebook.com/vzorkovnaŠtěpánská 61, 116 02 Nové Město, Czechia
4.3
$20-50 (drink)
10 PM - 5 AM
A historic venue hosting cinema and live music
Get To:
Metro: Můstek (Line A & B)
Tip:
Classic Czech films, themed events
Concert club with live gigs in a historic venue
Music / Dance:
Folk, Classical, Jazz, Traditional Czech
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Prague
“The city’s historic buildings and winding streets are a testament to its centuries-old role as the capital of Bohemia. This atmosphere is combined with a certain quirkiness that embraces the entire city; from the castle to the river, Prague is truly a city of medieval charm.”
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Luxury
Platnéřská 90/13, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
4.5
2000-3000 CZK (meal per person)
12 PM - 11 PM
Creative use of local ingredients
Get To:
Tram: 22, 23 - Malostranské náměstí
Tip:
Seasonal Tasting Menu
High end Italian restaurant specialising in meat
Jiráskovo nám. 1981/6, 120 00 Nové Město, Czechia
4.5
$50-100 (meal)
12 PM - 12 AM
Known for its unique design and artistic ambiance
Get To:
Metro: Anděl (Line B)
Tip:
International cuisine, cocktails
Fine dining at the Dancing House
Štěpánská 623/40, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia
4.6
2500-4000 CZK (meal per person)
12 PM - 11 PM
Renowned for its seafood dishes
Vibe:
Chic and Sophisticated
Get To:
Metro: A - Můstek
Gastronomic restaurant and food creation experience
Nebovidská 459/1, 118 00 Malá Strana, Czechia
4.8
1500-2000 CZK (meal per person)
12 PM - 10 PM
Known for its exquisite Asian fusion dishes
Vibe:
Elegant, contemporary
Get To:
Metro: Náměstí Míru (Line A)
Asian culinary experience at the Mandarin Oriental
Haštalská 18, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
4.8
3000-4000 CZK (tasting menu per person)
6 PM - 11 PM
Michelin-starred cuisine
Vibe:
Intimate and Luxurious
Get To:
Metro: A - Staroměstská
11-course Czech cuisine experience
Na Kampě 523/8b, 118 00 Malá Strana, Czechia
4.7
$50-100 (meal)
12 PM - 12 AM
Beautiful riverside location with outdoor seating
Get To:
Tram: Čertovka (Line 12)
Restaurant offering incredible food and ambience by Charles bridge
Prague Unveiled
Prague Castle, beer culture, and historic sites.
The Charles Bridge, a historic stone bridge, is adorned with 30 statues, many of which are replicas.
Prague is a city of fairy-tale charm, known for its stunning medieval architecture, gothic churches, and picturesque streets. Its cobblestone streets, historic landmarks, and vibrant atmosphere transport visitors back in time. But Prague isn’t just about history—its lively cultural scene, which includes classical music performances and folk festivals, brings the city to life. The food scene is equally appealing, offering hearty Czech fare alongside international options.
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Transportation
Excellent trams and metro
City Overview
Prague is a fairy-tale city with Gothic architecture, medieval bridges, and vibrant cobblestone streets. Known for its iconic Old Town and Charles Bridge, the city has a captivating mix of history and modern charm.
3 Day City Guide
- Day 1: Morning: Explore Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock. Afternoon: Visit Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. Evening: Stroll through Malá Strana and dine at a local Czech restaurant. - Day 2: Morning: Visit the Jewish Quarter. Afternoon: Relax in Letná Park. Evening: Explore the nightlife in the Žižkov district. - Day 3: Morning: Day trip to Karlštejn Castle. Afternoon: Wander around Kampa Island. Evening: Dine at a riverside restaurant with views of the city.
Current Trends
- Craft beer culture: Prague’s microbrewery scene is booming, with places like Dva Kohouti leading the way. - Vegan food: The city’s plant-based dining scene is growing rapidly, with trendy spots like Moment Vegan Bistro. - Alternative culture: Prague’s art scene is known for its avant-garde galleries and unique underground vibe.
Local Events Guide
- Prague Spring (May): A classical music festival attracting top performers from around the world. - Signal Festival (October): A modern light art festival that illuminates the city’s historic buildings. - Christmas Markets (December): One of the most festive events of the year, held in Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square.
Local Insider Tips
- Letná Park for a local’s view over the city and Vltava River. - Žižkov district for nightlife and local bars. - Kampa Island for peaceful walks along the riverside.
Sustainable Travel
- Tram system: An eco-friendly way to get around the city, with electric trams covering most areas. - Vltava River cruises: Offering scenic, low-impact views of the city. - Green spaces: Letná Park and Petřín Hill are perfect for sustainable outdoor activities.
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Tip:
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