Public Transportation in Prague

Here is a map of just the tram and metro lines in Prague. If you have a 3 day stay in Prague, it is unlikely that you will need transportation other than the tram. Public transportation is very easy and cheap (24 CZK or $1.10) for one way ticket. Make sure you buy the ticket before and validate it once you are on the tram. More information about Prague public transport and the app used to buy tickets is available here.

Approximate Prices for Public Transportation

• Adult:
• 30 minutes: 24 CZK
• 90 minutes: 32 CZK
• 24 hours: 110 CZK
• 72 hours: 310 CZK
• Junior/Student (Aged 15 – 26): Same price as adult for short-term passes
• Children under 15: Free
• *Note these tickets/prices are for all public transport while in Prague. You may also purchase long-term (30 day passes or more) tickets*

Other Useful Tips

• The trams/metro in Prague is extremely reliable but make sure you validate your tickets
• Airport transfer can be hard to find, an Uber will be cheap/worth it for flights at an odd time
• Use the train or bus to get to nearby destinations (Germany & Austria)
• Use Google Maps for basic travel, this page for a guide to the various services, and Google Flights for plane fares

Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in my guide for public transportation in Prague, Czech Republic, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!

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Day 1: Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, & Charles Bridge

I believe for the first day of your 3 day itinerary in Prague should be done exploring the city. One of the best ways to do this is to do quick stops among most of the monuments. If you’re staying in Old Town, walk through Old Town Square, take a look at the Astronomical Clock. Then walk to the Charles Bridge, maybe go up the tower. Take a walk across the river and begin your David Cerny walk that I recommend above. Make sure to take a break on Shooter’s Island Playground underneath the bridge. It is a great place to hang out when the weather permits. Afterward, grab lunch if you haven’t already and take a walk down Parizska Street, the luxury street in Prague. Then go to one of the museums or galleries nearby before dinner.

Day 2 of your 3-day Itinerary for Prague: Prague Castle & Lennon Wall

I think you should make your second day in Prague the busier day. Today you should do Prague Castle and the surrounding areas. Walk across the river up to the castle and watch the changing of the guards. You can explore the shops in the free area of the castle grounds before entering the paid area. Go through security, buy your ticket, and enter the castle to explore grand cathedrals and medieval buildings. After you’re done at the castle, go down back near Charles Bridge, there is a place called Lokal nearby. Go here for lunch before visiting the Lennon Wall. Walk back across the Vltava River to another museum or gallery before dinner.

Day 3: Zizkov Television Tower & Letna Park

Your third day in Prague should be a little more relaxed. Your first activity should be taking a trip to the Zizkov Television Tower. Go up to the top of the tower to the observation deck, you can choose to get lunch here or in the area. Make your way back to Old Town using the tram. Make sure to stop by a convenience store to buy a few drinks before making your way across the river to Letna Park. It is also a good idea to grab food to go or make a lunch to take up here as well if you’d like. Once you are done up here, take a walk around the park before walking down. This will be your opportunity to see things again as your last night in Prague, whether it be the Prague Castle, Lennon Wall, a David Cerny statue, or Charles Bridge. I recommend you spend at least part of this night before dinner in Old Town Square.

Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in my best 3 day itinerary for Prague, Czech Republic, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!

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Currency used in Prague, Czech Republic
Czech Koruna (CZK)

One of the most important things to know for the best budget tips for Prague is the currency exchange rate. These are the Czech Koruna (CZK) notes, there are also many coins with various values. For the sake of simplicity, 1 CZK is about $0.05, so 20 CZK = $1 USD or 1.10 Euro. A typical dinner in Prague is relatively cheap at around $25 USD for two at an average restaurant.

My Budget for Prague, Czech Republic

• $34 USD one-way train tickets from Vienna to Prague
• $204 USD for a 3-night stay at an Airbnb (End of March)
• $120 USD for food & drink
• $50 USD for visits/tours of several palaces, museums, etc.
• $20 USD for public transport (including airport transfer)
• $428 USD TOTAL for a 3-night trip to Prague, Czech Republic

The Best Budget Tips & How to Spend Money in Prague, Czech Republic

• Take advantage of nearby cities such as Vienna to make Prague a cheap addition to another destination
• Go to a local grocery store for snacks and breakfast to cook in your Airbnb (not necessary in Prague because it’s so cheap, but will still help)
• Walk everywhere! Prague has so much to offer in such a small area
• Food and shopping will be cheaper than most places, make sure you take advantage of this while in this amazing city!

Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in my best restaurants for Prague, Czech Republic, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!

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Where to Stay for a Trip to Prague, Czech Republic

Here is a map of the main tourist area in Prague. You most likely want to stay in areas labeled 1 (Mala Strana), 2 (Stare Mesto & Josefov), or 3 (Nove Mesto). Stare Mesto is the best option because of its good restaurants, accessibility to transportation, and nearby monuments. Mala Strana is the same side as the Prague Castle. Parts of Nove Mesto can be more affordable than Stare Mesto but just as close to many monuments, so keep that in mind.

Hotel/Airbnb Recommendations for Prague, Czech Republic

The Airbnb I Recommend Cozy Apartment in the Heart of Old Town, Hosted by Zina

One of the best parts of staying in Prague is that everything is extremely cheap and there’s plenty of places to stay. However, this might force you to make a tough decision when booking. I believe this apartment is one of the best on the market. You should know that the apartment is in a large building and it’s on the 5th floor. There is an elevator, but you often have to wait for it. This Airbnb is still perfectly furnished, modern, and has all the amenities you could ask for.

Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in this guide for where to stay & the best location for Prague, Czech Republic, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!

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Old Town Square

Old Town Square is a historic square in the Old Town Quarter of Prague. It is a large, open space, with many attractions nearby. If you’re staying in Old Town, then you will walk through this square almost every day. I highly recommend hanging out in the Square throughout the day and early at night. You may sit on the many benches if it isn’t busy. If you decide to drink in public (which can be largely acceptable in Prague), be careful in Old Town Square and other areas where people aren’t drinking. Some police are extremely strict with people (especially tourists) about drinking in public in Old Town Square. Pictured here is one of the most famous, Church of Our Lady before Tyn. I did not go into this church, but I know that you can visit for a voluntary donation of 1.50 euros. The beauty of this church is mostly masked by the buildings closely surrounding it, but take a walk around or a look inside if you’d like. You may find more information about the Church of Our Lady before Tyn here.

Prague Astronomical Clock

The Prague Astronomical Clock is the oldest functioning astronomical clock in the world. There are many moving parts to the Prague Astronomical Clock. One of the main highlights is the four figures pictured above the clock. At the top of the hour, you will find a crowd of people waiting for these figures to move around. It is cool to see, but short-lived. If you are in the square when the clock is about to strike a new hour, feel free to take a look, but this motion is nothing I would go out of my way for. You may find more details of the clock, here.

Prague Castle

The Prague Castle is the largest ancient castle in the world, so it makes it quite a tourist destination. If you are visiting Prague Castle, plan on spending almost your entire day there. The best way to get to Prague Castle is by walking. It will probably take around 20 minutes and there is an incline to get up to the castle grounds. Once you get up the ramp, take a look behind you for a nice view of the city. Continue forward to the gate to the castle (pictured above with guards). I recommend planning to arrive at this gate right before 12:00 so you can witness the official changing of the guards ceremony, but a less grand version occurs at every hour as well. Stand where the white and gray bricks overlap because this is exactly where they will split the crowd. To the left of the gate are the entrance and ticket office. Here you will buy your tickets, go through security, and enter the castle. There are several different types of tickets for Prague Castle, but I recommend just buying the Circuit A ticket which costs 350 CZK ($14 USD). This ticket will essentially give you access to everything, I believe the extra few dollars won’t matter much anyways and it’s good to give money to the preservation of this castle.

Guide to Visiting Inside Prague Castle…

The Castle is large, and they will give you a map to navigate the grounds. There are four main parts of Prague Castle: The Old Royal Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral, St. George’s Basilica, and the Golden Lane. The Old Royal Palace is full of grand rooms and some small art exhibitions. St. George’s Basilica is one of my favorite parts of Prague Castle, it has a beautiful red exterior and inside you will find a church that has been in existence for over 1000 years. Vitus Cathedral is THE highlight of Prague Castle. It is the first place that you see during your visit. It has beautiful stained glass and is the burial site of many patron saints. The last part of Prague castle is the Golden Lane. It is fun to explore this medieval neighborhood. Walk throughout all of the houses and see the barracks with old weapons on display. Be careful on the narrow stairwells and low clearance doorways. Once you walk out of the Golden Lane, there’s a lookout of the city. Near this lookout, there is a tunnel that leads downwards which will bring you to an old prison. It is extremely ominous and you can see some real medieval torture devices.

Charles Bridge

The Charles Bridge is one of the highlights of visiting Prague. This bridge is pedestrian-only. Sometimes it’s extremely busy, so I recommend walking over it only a couple of times. Charles Bridge used to be the only connection between town and the castle, so it was very important. The Bridge has a watchtower that you can go up and visit for 100 CZK ($4 USD), but the queue is long most of the time and I didn’t think it was worth it. The best part of the bridge is the vendors lined along the bridge. Some of them are extremely good artists and I recommend buying a piece off of them instead of a touristy mug/keychain. There are also 30 statues lining the sides which depict various saints. Many of these are replicas of the originals which are now held in the Lapidarium. You may find more information about the Charles Bridge in Prague, here.

Lennon Wall

The Lennon Wall is amazing and demonstrates a victory over communism in Prague. It is called the Lennon Wall because one of the first pieces painted on the wall was a portrait of John Lennon. To young people of Prague in the 80’s, Lennon was a symbol of western culture and liberalism. Young people continued to speak out against the communist regime by painting messages on this wall. Every time the police repainted the wall, people would cover it in messages. Since communism fell in late 1989/early 1990 in Prague, this wall has been used for various political messages and art pieces. It is amazing to see the wall and the individual messages expressed by people in Prague. If you’re lucky enough, you will see an artist painting a new addition onto the wall.

Zizkov Television Tower

Zizkov Television Tower in Prague is one of the most unique towers I’ve ever seen. It’s one of the ugliest buildings in the world before because of its design. On the poles of the tower, you can notice the babies crawling on the poles. These were attached after construction in 2000 and were designed by famous Czech artist David Cerny. He has many pieces and I will talk more about him later in this post. You can get to the Zizkov Television Tower using the tram. Use Google Maps as your transit guide. Tickets to visit the tower with a 360-degree view of Prague cost 250 CZK (10 Euro or $11 USD). This is the cheapest price I ever paid to get a panoramic view during my travels. Believe it or not, one of the boxes is actually a 1 of 1 hotel room, and there is also a restaurant you can visit.

Letna Park

If you want to spend a part of your day like a local in Prague, talk a walk across the river to Letna Park. I recommend going to the Metronome and sitting along the wall to admire the view of the city. Bring a few drinks with you to enjoy with the local twenty and thirty somethings hanging out in the area.

David Cerny Statues & Artwork

One of the best recommendations I ever received for Prague was to take a walk to all of David Cerny’s nearby works in one day. I did this on the same day as the Prague Castle since he has several works on that side of the Vltava River. From Prague Castle, walk down towards the bridge to see “Piss”, two statues, in motion, peeing into the water below them. Grab some mulled wine or gingerbread from the stand near this monument as well! Afterward, walk along the river to find the Crawling Babies at Kampa Park. These are the same babies that are crawling up the Zizkov Television Tower. After these, continue your walk along the river to the large park. This is a perfect place to take a break before walking back across the Vltava. The first stop back on the other side of the river will be the Embryo Drain Pipe, followed by the Hanging Sigmund Freud.

Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in my best sights & attractions of Prague, Czech Republic, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!

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Lokal

If you’re looking for one of the most authentic experiences and best restaurants in Prague, then Lokal is your spot. This restaurant serves as a beer hall with great food and unlimited sides. They have two locations in Prague, one near the Palledium Mall and the other closer to the Charles Bridge. I’ve been to both and the quality is great at each location. The food is wholesome and the pilsner is cheap and refreshing.

Mexican Fare
Agave Restaurant

Agave is a Mexican restaurant in Prague that is more expensive than most restaurants in the area. I know what you’re thinking, why would I eat Mexican in Prague? Agave is a higher-end Mexican restaurant that is unlike any Mexican restaurant I’ve ever been to. It has a beautiful interior, amazing food, and great drinks. Make sure you make reservations in advance if you’re going on the weekend.

Steak
BeefHouse & Crazy Cow

Both BeefHouse & Crazy Cow are steakhouses in Prague as you may have guessed. Crazy Cow is centrally located, near Old Town Square. BeefHouse is a little bit of a walk North from the Palledium Mall. Both restaurants have similar fares, similar prices, but I believe that BeefHouse is slightly better and larger. It is always nice to get away from the touristy crowd, but if you want to go to Crazy Cow for the location, it is not a bad option at all.

All of the Cocktail Lounges
& Bars in Prague

First and foremost, Prague is a party city if you like that scene. Drop-in to one of the many cocktail lounges that have the atmosphere of a speakeasy. I’ll list a few good recommendations here in no particular order. Bugsy’s Bar, Black Angel’s Bar, L’Fleur, & Hemingway Bar.

Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in my best restaurants for Prague, Czech Republic, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!

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