Prague Guide

Much has been written about this truly beautiful city and the reasons why Prague remains so popular are quite simple. You will understand simply by strolling along the cobblestone streets of the old town, observing the fantastic architecture of the buildings, the churches and the magnificent Castle. You can have a relatively cheap lunch or dinner in a pub, accompanied by a world famous Czech beer. Later on, get a half price entrance ticket to enjoy a classical music concert, or for the younger crowd there is a great clubbing scene.

Prague is bursting at the seams with things to do. Highbrow pursuits rival opportunities for more frivolous entertainment. Whether you choose the city's rich musical heritage or simply enjoy a pint of Pilsner in one of its legendary beer cellars, this is the city where there really is something for everyone.

If you wish to exchange money in Prague (especially in the city centre) please be careful as many exchange offices charge very high commission. When eating in cheaper restaurants please check your bill as sometimes foreigners can be overcharged with extra items added or changed prices.

Prague has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Prague weather is affected by weather patterns from both the east (Siberia) and the west (the Atlantic). If you are trying to decide the very best time to visit Prague or Prague Weather Forecast, it can be also found here.

Is Prague an expensive city to visit? Apart from accommodation prices, city centre restaurants and other tourist attractions, Prague is still quite cheap compared to other EU countries. An average tourist will spend around 1700 CZK (70 EUR) per person per day.

Prague Castle looks almost like a small town itself. It is the largest ancient castle in the world (570m long and on average 128m wide). It is also where the Czech kings, Holy Roman Emperors and presidents of the Czech Republic used to have their offices. It is not surprising that this is the most visited tourist attraction in Prague.

If you are an EU citizen you don't need a work permit to work in Prague. The most common jobs for foreigners are teaching English, German or other languages. You might also find employment with some foreign-owned businesses. Some bars and restaurants are also looking for English-speaking staff, especially at tourist locations.

A trip to Prague at Easter is ideal for celebrating the end of winter and the start of springs' warmer climes. This period is actually the most important in the Christian calender. Czechs see Easter as a way of celebrating love and birth, and as a chance for families to see each other. Easter in the Czech Republic is also the season where numerous folk traditions take place, and this allows tourists a great opportunity to get to know the Czech natives and their cultural traits.

This carefully selected walk covers all the most important sights of Prague, and seeing it with a great guide is like having the past suddenly rise to the surface. We stroll around the famous historical Prague quarters – Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Lesser Town and Prague Castle.

Špindlerův Mlýn, at the heart of the Giant Mountains, has the most persons interested in sports activities especially on weekends in winter. Those who choose some of the bus lines which run regularly to the ski centre will resolve the basic question – where to park there.