2 November 2026
How to get from Prague to Vienna, Budapest, Berlin and Munich
A comparison of direct trains, direct buses and a private transfer for the four capitals closest to Prague, so you can plan a multi-city trip.
Prague guide
Practical answers from the people who arrange trips in Prague every day.
Getting to Prague
26 September 2026
Prague airport transfers for groups: options and what to watch out for
Minibus or coach? One departure or several? How to plan a group transfer from Prague airport so that nobody waits longer than necessary and nobody gets lost.
26 September 2026
Prague airport to the city centre: taxi, Uber, bus and private transfer compared
Public transport, the Airport Express bus, taxis and ride-hailing apps, and a private transfer with meet and greet: time, comfort and when each one makes sense.
Planning
31 October 2026
What to do in Prague when it rains: an indoor guide
Where to go indoors in Prague when the weather turns: museums and galleries, the Jewish Quarter's synagogues, a historic baroque library, a covered market hall, an indoor water park and an evening show.
26 September 2026
Best time to visit Prague, month by month
Spring and early autumn are the sweet spot. Here is what each season brings: weather, crowds, light and events.
26 September 2026
How many days in Prague? Itineraries for 1, 2, 3 and 5 days
Three days is the sweet spot for a first visit. Here is how to use one, two, three or five days well.
26 September 2026
How much does a private guide in Prague cost? Market ranges explained
Published prices from independent guides, local agencies and tour marketplaces, what they include and how to compare quotes.
Neighbourhoods
1 November 2026
Where to see the best views in Prague: towers, hills and parks
From the Petřín and Žižkov towers to the free hills at Vyšehrad and Letná, here is where to see Prague from above.
19 October 2026
Vyšehrad visitor guide: what to see at Prague's other castle
Prague's other castle hill is mostly free to visit, with a baroque fortress, a basilica and the cemetery of Czech cultural history above the Vltava.
26 September 2026
Prague Castle visitor guide: tickets, opening hours and how to avoid the crowds
What the main ticket covers, when the buildings open, a route through the castle and the best times to go.
26 September 2026
Prague neighbourhoods explained: where to stay and what to see
The Old Town, Malá Strana, the Castle District, the New Town and the local quarters beyond them, and which one suits your trip.
Food and drink
26 October 2026
Czech beer styles explained: what to order in Prague
Czech beer is lager, graded in degrees rather than alcohol, served fresh from the tank in pubs that have brewed it the same way for generations.
26 September 2026
Czech food to try in Prague and where locals actually eat
Svíčková, goulash, roast duck, fried cheese, pastries, beer and wine, and how to eat where Prague people eat.
Day trips
9 November 2026
Kutná Hora or Český Krumlov: which day trip from Prague should you pick?
Kutná Hora is close and fits a half day, with the Sedlec Ossuary and St Barbara's Church. Český Krumlov is farther and needs a full day, with its castle and Renaissance old town.
26 September 2026
Best day trips from Prague ranked by distance, time and effort
Karlštejn, Konopiště, Terezín, Kutná Hora, Plzeň, Karlovy Vary, Bohemian Switzerland, Dresden, Český Krumlov and Vienna, compared honestly.
26 September 2026
Day trips from Prague for business guests: 8 classics and how to combine them
Karlštejn, Konopiště, Kutná Hora, Terezín, Plzeň, Karlovy Vary, Dresden and Český Krumlov: an overview with timings, tips for different guests and tried-and-tested combinations.
Events and seasons
7 November 2026
Prague Christmas markets 2026: dates, locations and tips
When and where the markets run in 2026, what to eat and drink, and how to enjoy them without the crush.
30 October 2026
New Year's Eve in Prague: fireworks rules and how to celebrate
What is allowed and what is banned on New Year's Eve in Prague, what the free celebration on Old Town Square is like, and how to get around and stay comfortable that night.
13 October 2026
Czech Christmas traditions in Prague: what to expect in December
From Saint Nicholas on 5 December to the Christmas Eve carp dinner and midnight mass, here is what Czech Christmas customs mean for a visit to Prague.
26 September 2026
Company Christmas party ideas in Prague: unusual venues and formats
A boat on the Vltava, a guided walk through the Christmas markets, a concert, a cooking class or a hall with music: formats for small and large teams, and how to book them in time.
Practical
8 October 2026
Prague public transport tickets: types, prices and how to buy them
The ticket types, the 2026 prices and zones for Prague's metro, trams and buses, how to buy and validate a ticket, and who travels free or at a discount.
26 September 2026
Licensed guides in Prague: how to check a guide and what to expect
The Czech National Guide Card and its two degrees, the Prague guide exam and practical tips for choosing the right guide for your guests.
26 September 2026
Money in Prague: koruna, cards, tipping and exchange-office traps
The currency, cards and cash, fair exchange, ATMs and how tipping works in restaurants, taxis and hotels.
26 September 2026
How to avoid taxi scams in Prague: airport, main station and Old Town
The maximum fares, the rules every metered taxi must follow, the common tricks and the safest ways to ride.
For partners
26 September 2026
How to plan a programme for a delegation or business visit to Prague
From the fixed points through arrival and transport to the social programme and a dinner together: a practical approach for companies, institutions and organisers.
26 September 2026
How to choose a DMC in Prague: 10 questions to ask before you sign
Legal status, suppliers, guides, quotes and VAT, payment terms, hotel blocks, coach logistics and support on the ground: what to check before you sign.
26 September 2026
What does an incoming agency do, and when do you need one?
What an incoming agency arranges, who it works for, how it differs from a DMC and a tour operator, and how to tell whether you really need one.
26 September 2026
Team building in and around Prague: 20 ideas by team size
Cooking classes, city games, boats, breweries, castles and spa towns: ideas sorted by team size, plus practical tips for planning the event.
26 September 2026
Czech tour operator vs travel agency: who may sell what
The law after the 2018 amendment: concessions and general trade licences, package travel and linked travel arrangements, insolvency insurance and the practical impact on companies.
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