The Basics
Currency: Czech Koruna. Β£1 = 28.43 CZK
Population: 1,357,326 (2023)
Language: Czech
Documents: Passport. No Visa.
Time Zone: UTC+1. UTC+2 (summer time)
Driving Side: Right
Calling Code: +420
Flight Time: 2hrs
Airport: VΓ‘clav Havel Airport Prague
Weather
| Daily Max (Β°C) | Rainfall (mm) | Daily Sunshine (hrs) | Snowfall (days) | |
| Jan | 1 | 22 | 2 | 12.1 |
| Feb | 3 | 17 | 3 | 11.4 |
| Mar | 8 | 27 | 4 | 8.6 |
| Apr | 14 | 28 | 6 | 2.1 |
| May | 19 | 62 | 7 | 0 |
| June | 22 | 70 | 7 | 0 |
| July | 24 | 89 | 8 | 0 |
| Aug | 24 | 59 | 7 | 0 |
| Sept | 19 | 43 | 6 | 0 |
| Oct | 13 | 29 | 4 | 0.6 |
| Nov | 6 | 32 | 2 | 5 |
| Dec | 2 | 29 | 2 | 11.9 |
Popular Sites and Experiences
Prague Castle
Charles Bridge
St Vitus Cathedral
Franz Kafka Rotating Head
The Astronomical Clock
The Christmas Markets
Useful Tips
You can use a debit card in most places but have some local currency for public bathrooms, market stalls and small shops.
A large beer can cost between 55-70 CZK (Β£1.94-Β£2.47) making it cheaper than water.
As is the case with a lot of cities, be mindful of pickpockets.
We stayed at the Hotel Metropolitan Old Town Prague. This is ideally located really close to Old Town Square. Rooms are basic but clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We were able to store our luggage in between check out and our flight. A little bonus – mulled wine was always available free of charge at the front desk. I thought it was a lovely touch and it was perfect after being out all day in the cold.
Prague is extremely walkable so make sure you have super comfy walking shoes.
We got into an airport taxi to our hotel which we had absolutely no problems with. I prefer to explore on foot but there are regular trams which I have heard are very safe and reliable. You can see a more in depth look at public transport here.
Fun Facts
Pragueβs Astronomical Clock is the third oldest in the world.
Prague Castle is the oldest ancient castle in the world.
The narrowest street in Prague is only 50cm wide.
Mission Impossible was the first big Hollywood blockbuster to film in Prague.
Check out my post here for recommendations on what to in Prague in December.
Wow, this sounds like an amazing place to visit. Thanks for sharing everything to know before you go too!
Thank you for reading :).
Prague has been on my list for a while, would love to visit it in winter. Thanks for sharing your tips!
It’s so lovely in the winter! Thanks for reading.
Looks like an amazing place to travel to! Always love seeing your photos, they make me happy :)
That’s so kind of you! Thank you so much!
I love Praque. Loads to see and not that far away from London.
It’s so lovely isn’t it.
The architecture is so beautiful there. I hope I get to go someday.
It really is! A truly beautiful city.
I have always wanted to visit Prague! I saved it for later – it will be usefull soon!
That’s great to hear! Thanks for reading!
This guide is so informative. Thank you!
This is great info! Thank you! We are traveling aboard in the near future so this is very informative
Prague has been on my to-visit list for a long time. Will definitely save this for some tips if I ever get around to booking!
I love Prague! Such a fun city, and definitely want to return one day. Great post!
Prague has been on my bucket list for a few years. Thank you for sharing this great info!
You’re welcome and thanks for reading :)
Wow! Prague sounds like an amazing place to visit. It would be so cool to say you have visited one of the oldest ancient castles in the world. Iβm adding Prague to my travel bucket list. Thanks for sharing all this information
I hope you get to see it! Thanks for reading :).