Guide · 4 Places
Prague
Czechia
Before You Go
April to June and September to October offer ideal weather (12-23°C/54-73°F) with fewer crowds than summer. Christmas markets in December are magical.
Visa
Check requirementsEU/EEA citizens enter freely. US, Canadian, Australian citizens get 90-day visa-free stays in Schengen Area.
Getting There
TransportationBy Air: Václav Havel Airport (PRG) 17km from center.
By Train: Excellent connections to Vienna, Berlin, Munich, Budapest.
Language
CommunicationCzech is official. English widely spoken in tourist areas, less so with older generations.
Currency
Money mattersCzech Koruna (CZK). Rate: ~22 CZK per USD. Cards accepted widely, cash for markets and smaller pubs.
Getting Around
Local transportMetro: 3 lines covering city efficiently (24 CZK/~$1).
Trams: Extensive network, very useful (same tickets).
Walking: Old Town and Lesser Town very walkable.
From the Airport
Arrival infoAirport Express Bus: To center (35 min, 100 CZK).
Public Bus + Metro: Cheaper (45 min, 40 CZK).
Taxi/Uber: 400-600 CZK (30 min).
Accommodations
Aria Hotel Prague
Music-themed luxury hotel in Malá Strana. Rooftop terrace with castle views.