There’s no shortage of things to see in Prague. The city of a hundred spires welcomes visitors each year for a walk through the medieval streets that tell a thousand stories. Flights to Prague land travelers in a city graced with traces of a Gothic and Renaissance past, while the streets and alleys tell stories of Nazi and Soviet invasions. Prague flights are packed full of travelers anxious to get a glimpse of “Golden Prague” and partake in adventures in ancient courtyards and castles.
For the budget-conscious traveler, grab a cheap flight to Prague and enjoy traditional eats and cocktails in Prague’s gourmet restaurants and sidewalk cafes. No matter what the reason is for flying to Prague, there is something for every visitor in this medieval city.
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Prague’s weather can change quickly. Summers are usually in the low 70s (F), but it can also be quite chilly or hot and sticky. Winters are mild with temperatures close to freezing. Although snow is rare, so are sunny days in January and February. July is the rainiest month and February the driest.
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Peak Season:
Spring through fall is the tourism season. Prague flights are packed with visitors in July and August, but most of the locals leave town on holiday.
In May, the Prague Spring Classical Music Festival draws musicians and music lovers from around the world. The Christmas and Easter holidays are also a busy time in the city.
Off Season:
Many attractions are closed November through March, and the weather can be gloomy. One of the best times to visit is September and October when fewer crowds are found, cheap flights to Prague are easy to come by and beautiful foliage in the hills.
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Cedaz minibus shuttles leave regularly for the city center; they can drop passengers off at hotels throughout the city. The Airport Express provides the quickest transport to train stations. Public buses have regular services to all areas of Prague, however they are only advised for those who know the city well. Taxis are also available from outside Arrivals.
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Public transportation in Prague is affordable, efficient, and convenient, and passes are available for one, three, and seven days. Trams and buses are an inexpensive way to see the city if you do not mind lots of crowding and jostling with your fellow passengers. To see the city from Petrin Hill, take a ride on the funicular.
With its bridges, cobblestone streets, and historic core, Prague is a wonderful city to walk around. To ensure that you have a good time, get a map and a quick lesson in interpreting street addresses before you set out.
Between walking and public transportation, there is no need to drive in Prague. Plus, the traffic is congested, trams always have the right of way, and parking spaces are hard to find.
Do be cautious when taking a taxi. There is a problem with dishonest cab drivers who scam passengers into paying too much. There are also turf wars between competing cabbies. If you need to take a taxi, there are reputable companies that you can call with English-speaking dispatchers. Then agree to a fare in writing before getting in the cab.
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- The 13th-century Charles Bridge is one of those tourist landmarks you have to see.
- Statues: St Wenceslas, the Czech national hero who was murdered by his brother more than 1,000 years ago, has a statue at the top of Wenceslas Square, from where most of Prague's tourist attractions are just a short walk. See Franz Kafka's (the Prague-born poet and novelist) bronze statue on Dusni, or Holy Spirit Street. His grave is in the New Jewish Cemetery.
- Petrin Hill with Petrin Tower, a smaller version of the Eiffel Tower. There is a funicular railway to the top.
- Prague Jewish Quarter was the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe and many residents died during World War II. There are several sights of note: the Old Jewish Cemetery, which dates from 1478; Pinkas Synagogue, founded in 1479; Klausen Synagogue, completed in 1694; the Church of the Holy Ghost and The Rudolfinum, built in the 19th century and once seat of the Czechoslovak parliament. There are walking tours which trace the history of the quarter.
- Parizska, a chic shopping avenue that cuts through Josefov from Old Town Square to Chechuv Bridge. The greats of the fashion world are here - Louis Vuitton, Dior, Moschino etc. Try the Havelsky Market for fruit, vegetables and souvenirs.
- Prague Castle sits at the top of Hradcany. Major sites include St. Wenceslas Chapel, part of St. Vitus Cathedral, (which house Good King Wenceslas's remains), the Royal Garden, Royal Summer Palace, and Golden Lane, where the small houses were home to the castle servants, goldsmiths and marksmen. Franz Kafka lived in No. 22 between 1916 and 1917.
- Stromovka Park dates from the 16th century, a hunting ground for Rudolf II. It's a beautiful spot, far from the bustle of the Old Town.
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