Useful facts and information to help you plan your trip to Prague.
Prague Maps and Links
Printable Prague Metro Map
Printable Map of Prague
Prague Tourism Information
Prague Sights & Attractions
Prague tourist guide books often use English names for famous sights. This can be confusing as maps and street signs are nearly always in Czech. The following Czech translations might be useful:
Old Town = Stare Mesto
Prague Castle = Prazsky Hrad
Charles Bridge = Karluv Most
National Theatre = Narodni Divadlo
Wenceslas Square = Vaclavske Namesti
Old Town Square = Staromestske Namesti
Little Quarter/Lesser Town = Mala Strana
Geography
The Czech Republic covers an area of 78,864 square kilometres. It borders Slovakia, Austria, Germany and Poland. The highest mountain is Snezka (1604m). The longest river is the Vltava (434km).
Language
Czech, a consonant-rich Slavic language, is one of the most difficult European languages to learn. English speakers find some sounds very hard to pronounce.
Tourism and global commerce mean many Czech's now speak English, particularly in Prague.
Currency
The currency in Prague is the Czech Crown (czk). The Euro is accepted in some large restaurants, hotels and shops, but most take only Czech Crowns.
Czech banknotes are issued in the following denominations: 50/100/200/500/1000/2000/5000.
Visitors will normally receive a better exchange rate for the Czech Crown in Prague than in their home country.
Climate
Prague is a lovely city to visit all year round, with such contrasts in weather conditions only adding to its appeal. Tourist facilities are equipped to keep visitors comfortable and entertained at all times. Places are heated in the winter, and many are air conditioned in the summer.
Prague is a wonderful city to explore on foot and a comfortable pair of shoes is highly recommended. The city centre has many cobbled streets and it is compact, making it possible to walk everywhere.
Electricity
As in most of continental Europe, the electricity supply in Prague is 220v. Electrical sockets take standard European two-pin plugs. British, North American and other non-European tourists are advised to bring adaptors with them, which can usually be purchased at your departure airport.