Pratical Tips to A Trip to Prague

Hello!

Here I leave some tips for a trip to Prague.

When you arrive to Prague Airport, the best way to get to the center of the city is to get the airport express. Look for a cabin that says "Public Transport Information Metro-Tram-Bus"

and buy the ticket for the airport express (60 Kc). The last stop is the Main Train Station (Hlavní nádraží), which is near to Venceslau Square.

You can get around Prague by foot if you like to experience the city and if you like to walk. If you prefer a more comfortable way, you can always get the subway.

There are lots of things you can visit. You can start with the Castle complex. It's a really popular attraction. Within its walls lies a fascinating collection of historic buildings, museums and galleries that are home to some of the Czech Republic's greatest artistic and cultural treasures. There you can visit St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, Story of Prague Castle, Basilica of St George, Powder Tower, Golden Lane and Daliborka, Prague Castle Picture Gallery, Powder Tower and Rosenberg Palace.

 

S. Vito Cathedral © Charlie 

You can’t miss a walk across Charles Bridge! But be aware… it’s kind of claustrophobic during the afternoon with all the tourists. Try to get there early, so you can appreciate the beauty without chaos.

 

Charles Bridge © Charlie

Visit the Old Town Square. There you can find the astronomical clock. The clock mechanism itself is composed of three main components: the astronomical dial, representing the position of the Sun and Moon in the sky and displaying various astronomical details; "The Walk of the Apostles", a clockwork hourly show of figures of the Apostles and other moving sculptures. Notably a figure of Death (represented by a skeleton) striking the time; and a calendar dial with medallions representing the months.

 

Astronomical Clock © Charlie

Another thing that is a big part of Prague's history is the Jewish quarter. There you can visit the jewish cemetery and some synagogues. In  my opinion you can't miss the Spanish synagogue.

 

Spanish Synagogue © Charlie

If you like green spaces, you have to go to the Petrin Hill. Is a big green area with some attractions, like a monastery, a watching tower, a mirror maze and many other attractions. 

You can find a really nice Market near Vesceslau Square. There you can find fresh vegetables, fruit, souvenirs among other things. The market is in a street called Helveska.

Don't forget to try a typical dish. Try the Goulash! Is kind of a meat stew.

 

Goulash © Charlie

I recommend a restaurant. Is a very nice place and they make their own beer. Look for the Il tri ruzi in Husova street.

I hope you can find this helpful! (: