Prague travel tips
What it costs, how to get around and how to stay safe in Prague, written for first-time visitors. Details such as prices and ticket rules change, so check official sources before you travel.
- Cost level
- Moderate
- Currency
- Czech koruna (CZK), not the euro.
- Emergency
- 112 for all emergencies; police 158, ambulance 155.
Budget & costs
Prague on a budget: what it costs and where to save
Prague is cheaper than most Western European capitals, though the old town is pricey.
ReadGetting around
Getting around Prague: airport transfers, tickets and tips
Prague's trams, metro and buses are cheap and efficient, and the historic centre is walkable.
ReadSafety & scams
Is Prague safe? Scams, areas and what to know
Prague is safe for visitors.
ReadBest time to visit
Best time to visit Prague: month-by-month guide
April to June and September to October.
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