Destination
Prague, Czech Republic
Gothic spires, a castle above the river and great beer at low prices, in a capital that escaped wartime destruction almost untouched.
Trips to Prague from every city
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | fine |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | best |
| July | fine |
| August | fine |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | fine |
| December | best |
- November, December: Christmas markets on Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square
- May: Prague Spring international music festival
Where to stay in Prague
- Old Town (Staré Město): The astronomical clock, the square and Charles Bridge on foot.
- Malá Strana: Baroque lanes below the castle, quieter after dark.
- Vinohrady: Leafy residential quarter with the city's best cafés and beer gardens.
- New Town (Nové Město): Wenceslas Square, shopping and better-value hotels.
- Žižkov / Karlín: Pubs, local nightlife and riverside regeneration at lower prices.
What to do in Prague
- Cross Charles Bridge at dawn
- Tour Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral
- Watch the Astronomical Clock strike the hour
- Drink Pilsner in a traditional beer hall
- Climb Petřín Hill for the view
- Day trip to Český Krumlov or Kutná Hora
Good to know
| Airports | Prague Václav Havel (PRG) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | yes |
| Price level | mid-range |
| Time zone | Europe/Prague |
| Kind of trip | city, history, culture, nightlife, romantic |
Questions about Prague
When is the best time to visit Prague?
April, May, June, September, October and December.
Do US citizens need a passport for Prague?
Yes. Prague is in Czech Republic; bring a valid passport.
How expensive is Prague on the ground?
Prague is mid-range by US standards: plan about $90 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.