Prague

Dates Visited: January 4 2020 – January 9 2020

Introduction

Prague remains one of the most beautiful cities I have ever seen with a fairy tale medieval vibe at extremely affordable prices for European continent.

Arriving

Currency

Czech Republic does not use Euros, they use Czech koruna [CZK] (nickname: “crowns”) – you can find currency exchanges all over the city but be careful about which one you use because many can be scams in terms of exchange rates that are inflated or hidden commissions. Also, be careful to not use a “Euronet” ATM – those inflate the price and they will trick you into withdrawing high amounts of money to pay their crazy high fees.

U.S. dollars and Euros seem to be the easiest currency to exchange into CZK although other currencies (major) are accepted at not-so-favorable rates.

Some good exchange places from Google Maps:

eXchange Address: Kaprova 14/13, 110 00 Josefov, Czechia [be careful of scammers in this area, make sure you enter the right shop]

Xchange Grossmann Address: Krakovská 18/1, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia

Alfa Prague in PALLADIUM Mall Address: Náměstí Republiky 1078/1, 110 00 Petrská čtvrť, Czechia

Golden exchange Address: Na Poříčí 1063/33, 110 00 Petrská čtvrť, Czechia

Taxis/Rideshare/Local Transportation

Ubers are cheap in Prague and I used Uber for most of my trip. I didn’t use taxis/didn’t want to deal with bargaining. I only tried public transportation once or twice for the experience. Uber should suffice for you and it’s very reasonable, rides costing less than 4-7USD

SIM Cards/Wi-Fi

Czech Republic is part of the European roaming area so you should be able to use a SIM card that would work in other parts of Europe here. Otherwise, ample places to buy a SIM card around town. WiFi is available in most stores and restaurants.

Sightseeing

Wenceslas Square

Old Town Square

Old Town Bridge Tower

Astronomical CLock

Charles Bridge

Havelské tržiště

St. Vitus Cathedral

Museum of Communism

Apple Museum

Paternoster Lift at Prague City Hall

Palác Lucerna rooftop and elevator

Prague Castle

John Lennon Wall

Lesser Town Square/St Ni cholas Church

Food/Drink

Trdelník (chimney cakes)

Café Savoy

Mlynec

Pushkin Restaurant

Nase Maso

Hotel U Prince

Accommodation