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Prague
"Mother Prague has clutches," Franz Kafka wrote nearly one hundred years ago. Prague’s convoluted streets may keep you in those clutches loving every second of it. Anyone who has wandered around the city's cobbled streets and Gothic alleyways and seen the moon hover behind the towers and pinnacles of Europe's most beautiful capital will definitely come back.Find your trip
Get acquainted with Prague’s atmospheric Old Town, New Town, and Jewish Quarter on a walking tour of the Czech capital. Learn about the history that has shaped modern Prague, and experience life as a local.
Shortly after the assassination of singer John Lennon in 1980, this stone wall, located across from the French embassy, was converted into an impromptu memorial with a painting of the singer's face, candles, and song lyrics from The Beatles. Soon, political graffiti criticising the totalitarian regime began to appear. Despite the authorities' countless attempts to whitewash the wall, they never truly managed to keep it clean for long. Today, the Lennon Wall is an endless tribute to the freedom movement. It has lots of graffiti, drawings, and messages, and anyone who comes here is free to leave their contribution. This is also a great spot for photos.
You might not know this, but Prague is a true foodies' paradise. If you really want to find the most authentic spots, you'll need a local guide. Join a 5-star foodie tour and you savour a wide range of Czech fare–from pub food to traditional dishes to modern takes on local cuisine. Alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks and coffee are included, as well as fascinating insights into the culture and history of Prague from your expert guide.
The Museum of Communism offers an insightful exploration of life under Communist rule in Czechoslovakia, covering aspects like daily life, politics and history. The exhibition includes mock-ups of a worker's workshop, a school classroom, and an interrogation room, providing an authentic feel of the era. Visitors can also view photographs, films, and sculptures documenting state-sponsored terrorism during this period.
The National Technical Museum showcases over a century of technological innovation. Established in 1908, it offers 26 permanent and temporary exhibitions spanning various technical fields, sciences and industries. The museum's extensive collections, interactive educational programs, and research activities make it a treasure trove for those interested in the history of technology. One of the many significant exhibits at the museum is the aircraft flown by Czech aviator Jan Kašpar. He executed a 92-minute, 121-kilometre flight in this very aircraft in 1911.
Vyšehrad fortress is a historic landmark that dates back to the 10th century. Perched on a rocky bluff above the Vltava River, it offers stunning city views. The site is home to the neo-Gothic Basilica of St Peter and St Paul, the Vyšehrad Cemetery with the graves of famous Czechs, and the ancient Rotunda of St Martin.
The Prague Botanical Garden in Troja is a haven for nature lovers. It features a vast collection of over 15,000 plant species, a serene Japanese Garden, and the Fata Morgana Greenhouse, which offers a journey through diverse tropical ecosystems. With areas like the historic St Clara Vineyards and the Peony Meadow, it's a perfect spot for relaxation and exploration throughout the year.
The Žižkov Television Tower, standing tall in Prague's skyline, offers a unique 360° panoramic view of the city. Built between 1985 and 1992, it's an example of high-tech architecture with a touch of modern brutalism. The tower is not only a viewing platform but also houses a restaurant, bar, bistro and hotel. It's adorned with ten fibreglass sculptures by David Černý, adding a quirky charm to its structure.
Get acquainted with Prague’s atmospheric Old Town, New Town, and Jewish Quarter on a walking tour of the Czech capital. Learn about the history that has shaped modern Prague, and experience life as a local.
Shortly after the assassination of singer John Lennon in 1980, this stone wall, located across from the French embassy, was converted into an impromptu memorial with a painting of the singer's face, candles, and song lyrics from The Beatles. Soon, political graffiti criticising the totalitarian regime began to appear. Despite the authorities' countless attempts to whitewash the wall, they never truly managed to keep it clean for long. Today, the Lennon Wall is an endless tribute to the freedom movement. It has lots of graffiti, drawings, and messages, and anyone who comes here is free to leave their contribution. This is also a great spot for photos.
Kolkovna presents authentic Czech cuisine with dishes like svíčková, roasted duck, and its signature spicy chicken wings. Enjoy these with the famed unpasteurised Pilsner Urquell. Located mainly in central Prague and Stodůlky, the restaurant also offers pasta, risottos, salads, soups, and vegetarian options.
Cantina delivers authentic Mexican cuisine, including the flavourful quesadilla Chiapas, and a fine selection of tequila. With its cosy ambiance and generous portions, it's a popular choice near the funicular stop. Booking is advised for evening visits.
”Little Buddha” is Prague’s best value restaurant, particularly given its location — just a stone’s throw from Prague Castle! Enjoy Chinese and Vietnamese specialities and a large selection of good teas.
Discover Maitrea, a vegetarian haven in the heart of Prague. With a menu that delights even the most ardent meat enthusiasts, this restaurant proves that vegetarian cuisine can be both satisfying and diverse.
For those with a hearty appetite and a taste for spice, Indian by Nature's buffet is an excellent choice. The restaurant also offers an extensive dinner menu to cater to diverse palates.
Ristorante Carmelita is renowned for thin-crust pizzas, expertly cooked over oak wood and generously topped. While the Italian menu offers a variety of delightful dinner options, the pizzas are particularly celebrated.
La Casa Argentina is the ultimate place for any meat lover! The meat is prepared from Argentine bulls on a ‘parrilla’ open grill. You can choose from a wide range of Argentine wines and create the perfect wine pairing. They also serve delicious seafood and salads.
La Veranda, a Michelin-recommended restaurant, offers a premium dining experience with a focus on organic dishes, sourced from local Czech farms. If you're open to spending a bit more for quality food, this is an excellent choice.
Kolkovna presents authentic Czech cuisine with dishes like svíčková, roasted duck, and its signature spicy chicken wings. Enjoy these with the famed unpasteurised Pilsner Urquell. Located mainly in central Prague and Stodůlky, the restaurant also offers pasta, risottos, salads, soups, and vegetarian options.
Cantina delivers authentic Mexican cuisine, including the flavourful quesadilla Chiapas, and a fine selection of tequila. With its cosy ambiance and generous portions, it's a popular choice near the funicular stop. Booking is advised for evening visits.
Even though there are no clearly defined shopping areas for smaller shops with designer clothing, you will encounter a small concentration of them on Karoliny Světlé and Bartolomějská streets, in New Town. Boutiques like Leeda and Never Enough & The Dudes are a good starting point.
Prague’s main shopping areas are situated in New Town: on Václavské náměstí (Wenceslas Square), and, immediately below, in the pedestrian mall Na Příkopě. There are large individual shops and chain stores such as H&M, Zara, and Marks & Spencers, as well as several large department stores.
If you take a stroll from the market square Havelské tržiště in the Old Town, across Michalská street, you will find several antique shops and stores displaying typical Prague artwork along the way.
Czechia is deservedly well-known for its cut glass, and a wide range is on offer at the shops around Staroměstské náměstí (Old Town Square). If you are looking for some serious glass masterpieces, get an appointment at Rony Plesl Studio or the Artěl Design Store.
The work of young Czech designers can be found at Qubus Design Studio on Ramova 3. Anyone looking for modernist designs (in cubism or functionalism traditions) can pay a visit to the shop of the Kibista gallery on Ovocný trh 19, also close to the Old Town Square.
At the Palladium Shopping Center you can find a wide range of shops spread over five floors. You will most probably find what you are searching for, whether it be toys or clothes, among the 180 shops here. You can also take a break at one of the restaurants or cafes.
Shopping Centre Letňany is the biggest shopping centre in Prague, and the biggest shopping centre in the whole of Czech Republic at that. This place has most things you would expect from a large shopping complex, such as stores, entertainment, and even indoor tennis courts and an ice skating rink.
If you enjoy an old-fashioned market you can visit the Farmers Market Heřmaňák in Holešovice — just outside the city centre. This is a great place to bring the whole family, and you can find everything from cheese to baked goods here. The same organisation holds farmers markets by the Vltava river on Rašínova nábřeží (very central) and in Kubánské náměstí (further out). See their official website for dates and times, especially around holidays.
Even though there are no clearly defined shopping areas for smaller shops with designer clothing, you will encounter a small concentration of them on Karoliny Světlé and Bartolomějská streets, in New Town. Boutiques like Leeda and Never Enough & The Dudes are a good starting point.
Prague’s main shopping areas are situated in New Town: on Václavské náměstí (Wenceslas Square), and, immediately below, in the pedestrian mall Na Příkopě. There are large individual shops and chain stores such as H&M, Zara, and Marks & Spencers, as well as several large department stores.
The Czech Republic can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Prague is appealing in any season and has lots to offer throughout the year. The city is at its busiest during the summer months of July and August. Late spring and early fall are a little less crowded, whereas the slowest times are during the cold months of November, January, February and March, so if you don't mind the cold and prefer fewer tourists, this would be a good time for you to travel to Prague. For extra cosiness, hit the Christmas markets in late December. If you are thinking of coming to Prague in early spring, try to schedule your trip around Easter when Prague is decorated and Easter markets are open.
Václav Havel Airport Prague is located 20 kilometres to the northwest of the city centre. There are minibuses with shared fares. They take you to Metro A Station Dejvická and to Metro B station Námešti Republiky in Central Prague. Terminal 1 serves flights outside the Schengen Area, and Terminal 2 within the Schengen Area. The cheapest connection to and from the airport is by bus. Number 119 will drop you at the Metro A station Dejvická, and bus number 100 at Metro B station Zličín (change to Metro B to get to the city centre). You can buy a transfer ticket, valid for 75 minutes, in the flight terminal or at the ticket vending machine at the bus stop. The bus runs between 4 am and midnight. Lines 907 and 910 run through the night. The Airport Express runs via Terminal North 1 — Terminal North 2 — Nádraží Holešovice Metro and the train station. Change to metro line C to get to the city centre.
The underground, buses and railway operate daily from 4am to 0:15am (night service every 30 minutes). Tickets can be purchased from ticket vending machines and tobacco shops and are valid for 30 or 90 minutes, 24 or 72 hours. You can choose to get an e-ticket or receive it as a text message. In trams, you can pay with contactless payment cards — the machine is in the middle of each tram.
For tourists, a taxi journey in Prague often turns out to be an expensive treat. If you want to travel by taxi then call a reliable taxi firm, such as AAA. Their phone number is 140 14, plus you can use their mobile app. Bolt and Uber ridesharing apps are available in Prague, too.
The Main Post Office is located at Jindřišká 14, in a beautiful Neo-Renaissance building.
You can find out which pharmacies in your area are open around the clock by calling +420 224 946 982.
In Czechia, the power plugs and sockets are of type E, with two round pins like in most other countries in continental Europe. The standard voltage is 220–230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
The Czech Republic can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Prague is appealing in any season and has lots to offer throughout the year. The city is at its busiest during the summer months of July and August. Late spring and early fall are a little less crowded, whereas the slowest times are during the cold months of November, January, February and March, so if you don't mind the cold and prefer fewer tourists, this would be a good time for you to travel to Prague. For extra cosiness, hit the Christmas markets in late December. If you are thinking of coming to Prague in early spring, try to schedule your trip around Easter when Prague is decorated and Easter markets are open.
