Czech Republic

Czech Republic

About Czech Republic

Prague survived the twentieth century largely unbombed, which is why its old town still looks the way it does. The castle complex on the hill, the Charles Bridge across the Vltava, and the Old Town Square are all within walking distance of each other — compact enough that a single well-planned day covers the essentials.

Best experience: simply walking around Prague's old town.

  • Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral
  • Charles Bridge, best crossed early
  • The Astronomical Clock on Old Town Square
  • Golden Lane inside the castle complex
  • One of the most walkable historic centres in Europe

Travel Tips

  • Best time to visit: May to September for long days; December for the Christmas markets
  • Currency: Czech Koruna (CZK) — the Czech Republic is in the EU but not the Eurozone
  • Language: Czech, English spoken in central Prague
  • Transportation: Trams and metro cover the city cheaply, The historic centre is best done entirely on foot, Well connected by train and bus to Dresden, Vienna and Berlin

Latest Articles

1 Day in Prague: What I'd Do With a Single Day
2024-01-15•3 min read

1 Day in Prague: What I'd Do With a Single Day

A one-day Prague itinerary that actually works — Old Town and the Astronomical Clock in the morning, Charles Bridge at midday, and the castle in the early afternoon before St Vitus and Golden Lane close.

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Prague
  • Time Zone: CET (UTC+1), CEST (UTC+2 in summer)
  • Visa Requirements: Schengen Visa required for most non-EU citizens

Cultural Notes

  • The Czech Republic uses the koruna, not the euro
  • Avoid the currency exchange booths in the tourist centre
  • Check opening days before planning the castle — interiors close earlier than the grounds