Transport, Getting There

When checking taxi drivers in the centre of Prague in March 2011, police officers revealed five persons with forged documents. They were all handed over to the police on suspicion of committing forgery and fraudulent alteration of an official instrument. Police officers from the special TAXI group together with metropolitan …

While Prague is a great city to get out and see on foot, sometimes you may feel better by riding the tram.  The good news is that there are numerous tram lines that will take you virtually all over the city to see the sights.  These rides are not very …

The worst thing for you in Prague will be the trams and buses. Keep in mind that you must give way to them at all times. Be aware that trams will be on your left and usually hard to see. Finding parking space and driving in the city centre requires …

Prague subway has already experienced everything. Misbehaviour, abuse, aggression and brutal brawls… But instead of this, lovers dominate public transport! Take a ride on the wagon of love, the Transport Company invites passengers. What does it look like? I must admit that “a wagon of love” is just a nickname …

The Czech Republic’s train and bus network is surprisingly cheap and efficient. While the quality may not be anything to brag about, both systems (except the privately owned firms like the Student Agency) are comprehensive and normally run completely on time. The bus service is the most extensive and lots …

It will be More Expensive! Prague Increases Fines to CZK 1500. The campaign against stowaways in Prague’s public transport continues. The Transport Company has decided to increase the cost of fines for those who are caught by ticket inspectors. If you pay on the spot, the fine remains the same …

Prague offers an increasing quantity of specifically marked bicycle lanes, such as the lengthy and popular route which follows the River Vltava from the National Theatre (south of the centre), and the route which begins round Prague Zoo and tracks the Vltava northwards towards Germany. But due to the heavy …

A car is not necessary in Prague as much of the city is off-limits to cars and parking is mostly by permit only. If you’re heading out of town, car rental can be good option, but can be as well expensive. You can easily arrange car rental from some local …

The quickest way of taking your car to the Prague from Britain is via the Channel Tunnel (Euro Tunnel). The most direct route from Calais to Prague is via Lille, Brussels, Cologne, Frankfurt and Nuremberg, entering the Czech Republic at the Waidhaus – Rozvadov border crossing – a journey of …

When visiting Prague, many people want to extend their vacation and visit some of the other great cities that Eastern Europe has to offer. These include places such as Bratislava, Warsaw and Zagreb, but the most popular addition to any vacation in Prague is undoubtedly a trip to the Hungarian …