where are all the major attractions, the best time to visit, where to stay and for how long,

public transportation, how much things cost, the best apps to use, the best views

of the city, and other practical information.

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plus the Top 20 things to do in Prague, including maps, links, opening hours, and more.

Here are 11 essential tips to know before you visit Prague:

NUMBER 11: THE MAP OF PRAGUE

Prague is the capital and the largest city in the Czech Republic and lies on both banks

of the Vltava river.

For orientation, let's start with the historic Charles Bridge from the 14th century.

Close to the bridge, you will find the Klementinum complex with an impressive baroque library

and the famous astronomical tower.

Old Town Square is home to Old Town Hall with the famous Astronomical Clock, Prague Meridian,

Church of Our Lady before Týn, and other attractions.

If you continue towards the east, you will find the Powder Tower, one of the original

city gates, that separates the Old Town from the New Town and Manifesto Market Florenc,

an industrial-chic dining and drinking hub.

The Jewish quarter is home to Old Jewish Cemetery, Jewish Museum, Synagogues,

memorial Kafka sculpture, and other exciting attractions.

Don’t miss Speculum Alchemiae underground laboratory

from the 16th century if you are in the neighborhood.

Located near the main train station is Wenceslas Square or Václavské náměstí,

home to National Museum and the site of important public events.

Don’t miss the Statue of Franz Kafka in front of the OC Quadrio shopping center.

And don’t forget to also visit the famous architectural jewel Dancing House

which was declared one of the most prominent buildings of the 1990s.

If you continue South, you will find the Botanical Garden and Vyšehrad, a historic fort from

11th century with beautiful cemetery and a medieval basilica situated

on the Southern part of the city.

If you cross one of many beautiful bridges, you will enter Malá Strana or Little Side district

one of Prague's most historic neighborhoods with Wallenstein Palace, many impressive gardens,

and other notable attractions.

If you continue north, there is the largest ancient castle in the world, Prague Castle,

a castle complex from the 9th century with impressive Golden Lane, St. Vitus Cathedral,

and other impressive attractions.

Don't miss Hradcany Square, full of remarkable palaces and houses.

Strahov monastery with the library is located just below Petřín Hill.

And Petřín Lookout Tower, built in 1891, offers fantastic views of the city.

And don’t forget to visit the Prage ZOO which is said to be one of the best in Europe.

All the attractions you see here and many additional ones are covered in our travel guide,

which also comes with dedicated Google maps.

Václav Havel Airport is located about 10 miles or 16 kilometers from the city center.

To get a better sense of the distance, a 1 mi. or 1.6 km walk from Prague Castle

to Old Town Square takes about 20 minutes.

It takes approximately the same amount of time if you combine walking

and public transport.

It takes about 40 min if you walk from Old Town to Vyšehrad or 20 min if you combine

walking and public transport.

NUMBER 10: WEATHER AND CLIMATE

Prague has a humid continental climate, which means dry and cold winters

and wet and hot summers.

Temperatures in winter are generally right below or around freezing, and ranging between

30 °F and 41 °F or -1 °C and 5 °C.

There’s not a lot of sunshine and snow is common,

but there's usually not a lot of it at once.

In the spring, the weather is unstable and often changes

from relatively mild and pleasant to cold.

The temperatures range between 35 °F and 68 °F or 2 °C and 20 °C.

The weather usually stabilizes in May.

Summer is nice and warm with little rain,

although random thunderstorms can occur.

Temperatures range between 57 °F and 78 °F or 14 °C and 26 °C.

Weather in the fall is still pleasant in September and part of October, but it then quickly becomes

colder, rainy and sometimes snowy starting with November.

Temperatures range between 37 °F and 68 °F or 3 °C and 20 °C.

Of course, these are all just averages.

The weather and temperatures can be different

when you visit, so remember always to check the weather forecast before you travel.

NUMBER 9: BEST TIME TO VISIT

The best time to visit Prague is in May and June in the spring and in September and October

in the fall when the weather is warm and stable, and the summer tourist crowds are gone,

and prices drop.

Summer gets a lot of tourists and higher prices, but the weather is still pleasant.

The cheapest time to visit Prague is in the winter when there are less tourists and the

prices of accommodation are lower.

However, be prepared for some cold weather,

often below freezing, and know that days will be shorter,

and you will have less time during the day.

Also, Prague is a very popular tourist destination and crowds are common even in low season.

Anyway, you'll probably have a great time regardless of the season since Prague is full

of amazing attractions and things you can do all year long and regardless of how cold it is.

And how can you figure out the best days and hours to see the attractions?

Just check Google to see how crowded a specific location is at a particular time of day.

Of course, we recommend going early during the week and/or in the morning.

Many travelers stay in Prague for three days to see its main attractions and get the full experience

If you want a more relaxed experience, you can stay an extra day or two.

NUMBER 8: WHERE TO STAY AND PRICES OF ACCOMMODATION

If this is your first time in Prague, choose to stay in the Old Town where you’ll have

many of the best sights, bars, and restaurants just minutes away.

For nightlife, stay in Zizkov, close to the Zizkov TV Tower.

If you’re on a budget, stay in the New Town, near Wenceslas Square.

Despite being called New Town, the area is actually full of historic buildings.

If you’re traveling with the family, Malá Strana, on the opposite side of Vltava is

a good option.

A mid-range hotel double room in Prague costs between 1,000 and 3,000 CZK per night.

For budget hotels, the average is 1800. Hostels cost around 400 CZK per night on average.

Alternatively, you can rent an Airbnb apartment. You can find a small apartment that sleeps

four people for under 2,000 CZK per night.

Again, these are the average prices, and the ranges for different hotel categories are

quite extensive, and, in the summer, or duringthe weekends, the accommodation can be more expensive.

However, with a little research online, you can get better deals, especially

if your dates are flexible and you don’t travel in high season. Check out our video on the

best apps for booking your stay.

NUMBER 7: TRANSPORTATION

From and to the airport:

To get to and from Václav Havel Airport Prague,

you can use: buses, airport shuttle, taxis, and car rentals.

Check out our travel guide for more information.

Arriving by train: You can travel to Prague by train from numerous European cities.

If you’re arriving from outside Czech Republic, you’ll arrive at the Main railway station

in Prague city center.

Arriving by car: You can use Google Maps to get driving directions to Prague.

Parking in the city center is limited, especially during the day, so it might be challenging

to find a spot. Also, parking in the yellow and blue areas is for locals only.

Parking costs between 40 to 60 CZK per hour.

In many open space parking places, you can only park

for up to two hours.

You can also park in one of the parking garages for about 30 CZK per hour

and from 200 CZK to 700 CZK per day.

Alternatively, you can book one of the many hotels in the city that offer parking.

Getting around the city: The sights in Prague are mostly close-by,

so it easy to get around on foot. Of course, don’t forget to bring comfortable shoes.

But if you don't feel like walking, you can use the following modes of transport:

Metro, tram, bus, Uber or taxi, hop on hop off bus, electric scooters, bikes, old car

carriage, riverboat rides, and other forms of transportation.

If you use public transportation such as metro, tram, or a bus, you will pay 24 CZK for 30

minutes, 32 CZK for 90 min, 110 CZK for one day ticket, and 310 CZK for a three-day ticket.

Don’t forget to validate your ticket when you enter the metro, tram, or bus.

Check our travel guide for more information and prices.

NUMBER 6: GENERAL INFORMATION

Here are some other things you should know for a pleasant and smooth experience in Prague.

Prague is not cheap. While many people traveling to Prague expect

low Eastern-European prices, Prague is anything but cheap.

So, remember to always check what

the price for what you’re paying is in your home currency, which you can easily do on

your phone in real time.

Drinking water: It is perfectly safe to drink tap water in Prague

There are also some drinking fountains available throughout the city.

Toilets: While there are many public toilets in Prague,

most of them charge a fee of 10 CZK to use it.

If you can't find a public restroom near you,

you can use a restroom of a bar or a restaurant, but you will sometimes need to

pay there too anyway. So make sure always to have sufficient amount of coins ready.

If you want to see where public toilets are located, you can use an app on your phone.

More about that later.

Free WiFi: You can get free Wi-Fi at plenty of outdoor

and indoor hotspots all over the city, including restaurants, fast food places, cafés, bars,

and hotels. We’ll cover apps for finding free WiFi later.

Crowds & lines: Prague is a popular destination, so be prepared

to wait in line, especially in the summer months and around big tourist attractions.

And there will be tourists there regardless of the seasons.

The same goes for restaurants and other public places.

Even if you can't avoid all the crowds, you can do some things to make your trip to Prague

a more pleasant experience.

You can for example avoid peak seasons, avoid traveling during

rush hours, get up early in the morning to explore the city without the crowds,

explore the suburbs once you’ve visited the must-see attractions at the city center.

Safety & Scams: Prague is generally a very safe place for tourists.

A few areas are better avoided by night, but they are usually not located near

tourist attractions.

Typical for all major cities around the world, beware of pickpockets, especially around major

attractions and in big public squares like on the Wenceslas Square.

Watch your valuables and use common sense.

Also, watch out for scams aimed at tourist, which are, unfortunately quite common in Prague.

For emergency services, dial 112.

NUMBER 5: FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS

Travel Adapters: If you’re coming from outside Europe or from the UK, you will probably need

a special European travel adapter to charge your phone and other devices.

This is what Czech power plugs look like.

We recommend purchasing a travel adapter before traveling to Prague.

In fact, it is worth buying a universal adapter so you can use it in other countries too.

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Currency: Prague uses Czech Crowns.

One CZK equals approximately $0.04 or 0.04 EUR.

$10 equals approximately 230 CZK, and 10 EUR is about 255 CZK.

1,000 CZK equals approximately 44 USD or 40 EUR.

Some places like restaurants and bars also accept Euros – the currency used in most

other European countries - the exchange rate not is great, of course.

And naturally, you will get your change back in CZK.

While most hotels, stores, and restaurants in the city accept major credit cards like

Visa or MasterCard, it is always wise to have some Crowns in your wallet especially if you

plan to visit outdoor markets and other similar places.