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.

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.

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.

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.

The mixture in Prague of top-end fashion, lower-end kitsch and unique market stalls appeals to virtually everyone. However, if you wish to purchase luxury clothes or electrical goods, you have a better chance of finding them at home for a cheaper price. For antique enthusiasts, Prague offers countless antiquarian book stores where you can find some excellent gems.

Avoid the touristy areas and all things which claim to be "traditional Czech culture", and immerse yourself in one of the most magical cities you will ever visit.

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.