Prague Visitor Guide
After living here for 3 years, I’ve created a comprehensive guide for everything you need to know about staying in Prague. Enjoy!
Airport Info
Public Transit: Takes about 1 hour and costs ~$3–5.
Option 1: Bus direct to the main train station (Hlavní Nádraží).
Option 2: Bus → Metro → Tram (depending on where you're staying).
Uber Airport: The official airport taxi option — charges full taxi rates.
Bolt: Local ride-share app (like Uber).
~30 minutes to the city center.
Costs around $15–20.
Download the app before arrival.
Transportation Tips
Use the PID Lítačka app to buy transit passes or pay onboard using the red ticket machine.
Red machine = buy ticket
Orange machine = validate ticket
One ticket works for bus, metro, and tram.
Transit inspectors (in plain clothes) will show a coin (gold/silver with red center) to check your ticket.
In Old Town, trams are limited. Most areas are walkable.
Night Transit:
Trams: Run every 30 minutes after midnight.
Metro: Stops at midnight, resumes at 5 AM.
Helpful Apps
Google Maps: Map out your walking route in advance to avoid wasting time (or battery).
XE App: For currency conversion.
Currency exchange shops are everywhere but always overcharge a bit — it’s unavoidable.
Seasonal Highlights
Christmas Markets: Start in late November. Check prague.eu for dates and locations.
Saturday Market: Visit Farmářské Tržiště Náplavka by the river.
Explore the riverfront bars hidden under the street during warmer months.
Nightlife + Going Out
Download the RA Guide app (Resident Advisor) for raves, warehouse parties, and club events.
Check Songkick or Bandcamp for concerts. Prague is a common pit stop for artists touring between Berlin and major global hubs, making it a great spot for smaller, more intimate shows.
Recommended Clubs:
Ankali + Planet Za (Techno, inclusive community)
Dog Bar (Vzorkovna): Entrance fee goes toward your drinks
Fuchs2
Bike Jesus (both are underground/techno venues)
Free Club Tickets:
Check Mad Prague for offers and guest lists.
Check the National Theatre program to see what events are happening. You can see countless operas, ballets, and theater performances for less than 20 euros, sometimes even sitting in the front row. They also offer a student discount for ISIC cardholders.
Food Recommendations
Make sure to check out Instagram accounts like @praguetoday for information on weekly events. The picture to the left shows the annual Mexican festival held in the spring.
Sweet Treats:
Arctic Bakehouse
Bakery 60
Trdelník Spot:
Little Chimney Gelato and Bakery (offers vegan options near Charles Bridge)
Coffee:
Miners Coffee (multiple locations)
Mama’s Coffee (small, cozy)
Typika Espresso (has food too)
Maze Lab (fancy/modern)
Drinks:
Hemingway Bar (cozy, good for dates)
Forbína (cocktail bar)
Point (fancy bar)
Bitter Priest (also fancy)
Itinerary Suggestions
Old Town (Staré Město)
Start: Tram stop Václavské Náměstí
Walk up toward the National Museum (optional visit: ~$8–12).
Walk down into Old Town toward Sephora and H&M.
Must-Sees:
Astronomical Clock
Jewish Quarter + Cemetery (peek through walls or buy a ticket)
Powder Towers (all four)
Kafka’s Revolving Head (Bju Kitchen is nearby and is a great lunch spot)
Prague National Theater (both old and glass buildings)
Dancing House
Hanging Man Statue (look up!)
Optional: Cross Charles Bridge — but consider saving the other side of the river for another day.
New Town + Castle Area (Nové Město + Malá Strana)
Start: Malostranská tram stop
Waldstein Garden: Behind the Malostranská metro station.
Prague Castle: Walk uphill from Malostranská Náměstí. You’ll pass a church and souvenir shops.
Embassy Quarter 1: Left side of the castle hill (type "German Embassy" into your map).
Vojanovy Sady: Hidden garden with peacocks.
Embassy Quarter 2: Around Charles Bridge — beautiful architecture.
Lennon Wall
Charles Bridge (if you didn’t visit on Day 1)
Optional Add-ons:
Petřín Tower: Prague’s mini Eiffel Tower
Strahov Library (Strahovský Knihovna): Ticket required
Click the drop-down menu (+) below to see additional itinerary options
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Take the tram to Výton and walk uphill to see the old fortress and cemetery.
There’s a nice outdoor cafe and plenty of places to read a book and people-watch.
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Start: Tram stop Letenské Náměstí
Letná Park: Walk through the park and watch the skaters at the concrete plaza.
Holešovice Market: See the market area (Pražská tržnice).
VNITROBLOCK: Visit this industrial cafe and gallery space hidden in an alleyway.
National Technical Museum: Visit the museum right next to the park.
Stromovka Park + Planetarium: Walk through the park and see the planetarium.
Riverside Walk: Walk along the river path from the park toward the zoo.
White-Water Channel: Watch the kayakers in the river rapids.
Prague Zoo: Final stop at the end of the river walk.
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Start: Tram stop Náměstí Míru
Náměstí Míru: Look around the square and see the Neo-Gothic St. Ludmila Church.
Žižkov Television Tower: See the crawling baby statues climbing the structure.
Riegrovy sady: Watch the sunset overlooking Prague Castle.
National Monument at Vítkov: See the massive Jan Žižka equestrian horse statue on top of the hill.
Žižkovský tunel: Walk through the pedestrian tunnel to get from Žižkov directly into Karlín.
Karlín Exploration: Walk around the neighborhood, see the cathedral at Karlínské Náměstí, or walk along the river.
Eska: Eat here in Karlín before taking the tram back to Old Town.
Casual / Affordable:
Mezi Srnky (great for breakfast/lunch)
Sandwich Rodeo (lunch)
Mr. Hot Dog (fast and yummy)
Eska (upscale bakery, check out the Karlin location)
Kro (Vinohrady location)
Sugo (Italian)
Palo Verde (vegetarian/vegan)
Takumi (ramen)
Bjukitchen (danish brunch)
Etapa (lunch spot)
Arepas de lyna (venezuelan)
Villa 63 (brekkie)
Third Coast Pizza (Detroit-style pizzas)
Golden Tikka (indian)
Upscale Dining:
Sia (Modern Asian)
Alma or Zem (Elegant dinner options)
Kantýna (Czech cuisine, meat-heavy)
Quick Neighborhood Guide
Pro-Tip: Use the pedestrian tunnel to walk straight from Karlín into Žižkov, then head up Vítkov Hill to see the giant equestrian statue.
Prague is split into 8 main districts that spiral outward from the center. Tourists stay in Prague 1 (Old Town, Lesser Town, Castle), while locals hang out in the surrounding neighborhoods:
Prague 2 (Vinohrady): Upscale and packed with hip restaurants. Visit the newly renovated Jiřího z Poděbrad square and its iconic church. Go to Riegrovy Sady park for sunbathing, a massive beer garden, and prime sunset views.
Prague 3 (Žižkov): Bordering Vinohrady. Historically gritty and alternative, known for its lively pub scene and eclectic local events.
Prague 5 (Smíchov): A busy commercial and residential transit hub centered around the large Nový Smíchov mall.
Prague 7 (Holešovice): An artsy, student-heavy district with great vintage shops. It features Stromovka Park and neighboring Letná Park (popular for skating and panoramic city views).
Prague 8 (Karlín): A flat, modern neighborhood famous for specialty coffee shops. Check out the painted pillars inside the central church.
