Prague
Currency
CZK
Language
Czech
Timezone
Prague
Continent
Europe
Discover Prague
Prague came through the 20th century without being bombed, and it shows: the centre is Gothic, Baroque and Art Nouveau, intact. Everything turns around the Charles Bridge, begun in 1357, which joins the old town to the castle — the largest castle complex in the world, crowned by St Vitus Cathedral.
When to go
May to June, and September. Summer brings a considerable crowd onto the Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. Winter is cold, but Prague under snow with its Christmas markets earns the coat — and prices fall.
Getting around
The historic centre is walked end to end, and has to be: cobbled streets and lanes were never meant for cars. Tram 22 climbs to the castle and spares you the hill. Metro and trams are efficient and cheap.
Where to eat
Czech cooking is hearty — pork, cabbage, knedlíky — and pairs with some of Europe's best beer, often cheaper than mineral water. Be wary of restaurants opening straight onto the Old Town Square: a few streets away the quality rises and the price halves.
Good to know
The koruna is still the currency: do not accept euro prices at the exchange shops in the centre, where the rates are poor. Admission runs from 8 to 45 €. Only three halal addresses are listed — few, and worth planning around.
Top Activities in Prague
landmarkSaint Vitus Cathedral
from €21
landmarkCírkev Ježíše Krista Svatých posledních dnů
from €28
landmarkOur Lady before Týn
Free
landmarkPrague Castle
from €22
landmarkCharles Bridge
from €22
landmarkAstronomical Clock
from €18
museumNational Gallery in Prague - Trade Fair Palace
from €20
museumNational Gallery in Prague - Convent of St Agnes of Bohemia
from €20
museumNational Gallery in Prague - Schwarzenberg Palace
from €12
museumNational Gallery in Prague - Sternberg Palace
from €20
landmarkOld New Synagogue
from €15
museumNational Museum
from €21
landmarkClementinum
from €14
museumNational Gallery in Prague - Kinský Palace
from €20
museumNational Gallery in Prague - Salm Palace
from €20
landmarkOld Jewish Cemetery
from €14
museumSpanish Synagogue
from €18
landmarkStrahov Monastery
from €15
landmarkSaint Nicholas
from €14
landmarkPowder Gate Tower
from €14
landmarkSaint George’s Basilica
from €14
landmarkOld Town City Hall
from €13
landmarkMaisel Synagogue
from €12
landmarkWallenstein Palace
from €13
Restaurants in Prague
U Fleků
Café Slavia
Hanavský pavilon
Občanská plovárna
Louvre
U Pinkasů
Cross Club Cafe
Restaurant Nebozízek
Demínka
La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise
