Prague

Sights

• Charles Bridge – A stone bridge lined with statues – almost empty early in the morning.
• Prague Castle – One of the largest castle complexes in the world, with St Vitus Cathedral.
• Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock – On the hour, the apostles parade past.
• Lesser Town – Baroque lanes below the castle.
• Jewish Quarter – Synagogues and the old cemetery in Josefov.
• Vyšehrad – A fortress above the Vltava with a cemetery and views.

Food & nightlife

• Svíčková – Beef in cream sauce with dumplings.
• Beer culture – Traditional beer halls – alcohol-free options too.
• Trdelník – A sweet pastry baked on a spit.
• Café Louvre – A traditional café since 1902.

Day trips

• Kutná Hora – A silver-mining town with the Sedlec Ossuary.
• Český Krumlov – A fairy-tale town on the Vltava with a castle.
• Karlštejn Castle – A Gothic castle an hour away by train.

Good to know

When to go

April–June, September–October, December

Getting around

Trams and metro; the old town is small and walkable.

Tipping

Around 10% is customary in restaurants.

Power

Plug type C/E, 230 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Czech Koruna (CZK)

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