Our FAQs for tourists to Prague

Winter can be cold and summer extremely hot. The city is well worth visiting during the Christmas markets (December) and Spring, once the ice clears from the pavements, is stunning.

You can visit the main attractions in our 1 day Prague Itenerary, although 2 days does allow you to see more.

It's not as cheap as it was before Covid, but it's also not expensive and pretty similar to what you might expect in the UK.

Most tourist spots, including hotels, bars and attractions, will speak a good level of English. Public transport employees might be a little less so, but a few bits of pointing works.

The Czech Crown, correctly known as the Koruna, is the local currency and around 25 to the GBP / Eur. Odd shops might accept Euros, but credit cards are widely accepted and there are loads of exchange shops in all tourist areas.

It feels very safe in the tourist areas and around, just be on the lookout for pick pockets in busy areas.

Restrictions were lifted late 2021.

Prague is an easily walkable city, but for getting around a little further, for example up the hill to the castle, the trams are frequent and easy to use.

Wait at a stop and jump onto the next one. You'll see a ticket machine in the tram - head STRAIGHT to the machine, don't delay. Follow the on-screen instructions (English is available) to buy a contactless ticket. You buy the ticket for an amount of time so if you need a few trips you can buy a longer duration and board further trams with the same ticket.

Yes! Although in the winter be aware of ancient cobbles, ice and crowds. Wear comfortable shoes.

Board any tram and you'll see a ticket machine in the tram - head STRAIGHT to the machine, don't delay. Follow the on-screen instructions (English is available) to buy a contactless ticket.

Uber and Bolt are both available and on the whole very quick.

Taxis are relatively affordable in Prague and you can pre book with Uber / Bolt on their app or arrange through your hotal.

Wencelas Square, the Old Town including the Astonomical Clock, Charles Bridge and the castle are the main must sees.

Depending on where you are staying you can get a tram or simply walk to the castle entrance. There are several entrances to choose from, each with a security check point. Entry is free, but certain exhibits inside are paid for.

No, just walk over it!

For something different look up Kutna Hora and visit the bone church. This can either be an organised trip or, as I prefer, a simple trip on the train.

Walk to the Old Town Square and look for the crowds watching the clock. To the left of the clock is the main etnrance.

Loads! Prague is trying to clean up its party image, but there are loads of bars and restaurants dotted about town and plenty to chose from in the Old Town. Want a full evening? Try the medieval banquet. It's not quiet but a fantastic night of entertainment.

There are plenty of themed tours. From nuclear bunkers to World War II and craft beer or ghost tours. Most are booked in advance for a very reasonable price, or pay the guide at the end of the walk.

Head to the Czech Kitchen, between Wencelas Square and the Old Town for a good choice of meals, but you are looking for Beef Goulash, Roasted Duck, Meatloaf, Schnitzel and dumplings. All good, warming feel good food.

Most restaurants arounbd the Old Town and other spots are typically quite affordable. Check the displayed menus, especially on the traditional food. the Czech Kitchen is very affordable for lunch and save cash by not buying a desert, but instead buying a Trdelnik (chimney cake) with or without ice cream. Gluten free? Head towards the Charles Bridge for a shop that sells these gluten free.

Such dedicated restaurants are difficult to find, but most restaurants will have suitable options.

Tipping a few percent is always appreciated.

Between the Old Town Square and Wencelas Sqaure is Havelske Trziste, a traditional market with plenty of food, mainly fresh fruit, on sale.

We typically stay just off Wencelas Square, but for easy walking into the main areas anywhere near the castle or Old Town Sqaure are find.

Cheaper accommodation is available along the river, but requires trams in / out of the city. There are a few affordable hotels near the centre.

We prefer hotels for knowing who we are booking with.

Plenty of the hotels will have inter connecting or small family rooms.

There are some options available but usually your hotel can take care of your luggage after you checkout.

Evening meals can be around £30 per head, snacks and lunch not out of the way so it really depends what you are doing. Sightseeing is mainly free.

There are a huge choice of exchange options in the main tourist areas. Be aware of how much you expect to receive and make sure you agree the amount before handing over cash. Many advertise a headline rate that is only available when changing a large amount of cash.

Yes, most shops will accept credit cards even for small amounts as will taxis and public transport.

I generally carry very little, just enough to cover a failed credit card or small tip.

Yes, but as with any city take precautions and don't withdraw too much, however ATMs feel safe to use.

Winter: good shoes and warm clothes; the Medieval pavements can get very slippery and cold. Summer: dress for the heat in a warm city. Smart casual is generally enough for restaurants and shoes ready for plenty of walking.

Winter - cold, frequently icy. Summer - hot and frequently stuffy. Autumn and Spring are pleasantly and similar to southern UK.

UK and European visitors do not need visas, currently...

There's a few McDonalds about and other cafes offering Wi-Fi. Most hotels will offer free Wi-Fi, but for an affordable solution look at red bull data for data for a few pounds.

Pickpockets need to be avoided as per any large city, although these have reduced a little since Covid.

Dialing 112 will get you in touch with an English speaking operator.

Almost anything goes... Behave as you would at home and don't expect to stagger around drunk.

The Prague Christmas markets are some of the most popular in Europe and not to be missed if possible.

Try the Slivovitch museum or the Medieval Banquet, history walking tours or a beer bath.

These run from end of November to 6th January each year and are dotted around the city, with the main area being the Old Town Square.

Near to the Charles Bridge there are a few suitable venues, which advertise that night's performances through A-Boards and frequently people giving out leaflets, or leaflets in your hotel.

Aside from the obvious tourist spots try the park immediatley behind the castle or, better still, head to the metronome park for a fantastic view back to the city.

For tourist gifts Wencelas Square and the area towards the Old Town Square have plenty of souvenir shops. For general shopping try the Palladium, a large shopping centre near the squares.

For tourist gifts Wencelas Square and the area towards the Old Town Square have plenty of souvenir shops.

Moles... Sofy toy moles are the symbol of Prague, with Slivovitz and Becherovka being local spirits that are worth a try.

Yes, we always drink the water in the hotels.

For ease we usually pre book taxis with through our hotel, which are not expensive (£30 - £40). Public transport is a lot cheaper, but the services aren't direct and a lot depends on where you are staying in the city.

Try the beer spas or a medieval banquet if you want to try something different and memorable and on the drink theme, the Slivovitch museum. Near the museum is a small beach where copu are sometimes feeding. Walk up to the metronome tower for a walk with the locals and a fantastic view back of the city.

I would never recommend a hot, busy city as a suitable location for dog owners.

Walking and window gazing or a walk around the metronome park are free. The basic walk around Prague Castle is free and the sights of the Old Town and the Astonomical Clock are free.