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Prague

Fairy-tale spires, a castle on the hill and some of the best beer in Europe.

Reviewed October 2026. Times and rules change, so check before you travel.

When to go

April to June and September to October. December brings Christmas markets to the Old Town.

Getting in from the airport

From Václav Havel Airport (PRG), bus 119 connects to Nádraží Veleslavín on Metro line A, and the Airport Express bus runs to the main railway station.

Where to stay

Old Town

The astronomical clock and the main square.

Malá Strana

Baroque streets below the castle.

Vinohrady

Leafy, local and full of wine bars.

Žižkov

Pubs, the TV tower and great views.

What to book ahead

Cross Charles Bridge early in the morning, before the crowds.
Explore Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral.
Climb Petřín Hill for views over the red rooftops.
Walk up to Vyšehrad for a quieter side of the city.

Tickets & tours in Prague ↗

Local tips

The currency is the Czech koruna (CZK), not the euro.
When a card machine offers to charge you in pounds, choose CZK; it's usually cheaper.
Avoid street money changers.

Staying connected

Get a Czech Republic eSIM before you fly and you'll have data the moment you land. How eSIMs work.

eSIM for Prague ↗

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