Prague is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. And we’re not exaggerating anything! Located in the heart of central Europe , it is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic, in the Bohemia region.
When you come to visit Prague, you can discover multiple architectural wonders. Moreover, it is nicknamed the city of a hundred bell towers ! In addition to Gothic masterpieces like Saint-Vitus Cathedral or the Charles Bridge, you can also discover a succession of Baroque monuments. The Mala Strana district, which has many, is also considered one of the most picturesque in Europe. In 1992, UNESCO came to offer the supreme consecration to the city by listing the historic center as a world heritage site. Just that !
But how can we move easily without getting confused, even though the language is completely foreign to us? To help you get around Prague, we have put together a mini-guide including many essential tips. Let’s go !
The essential: the transport pass in Prague
Getting around Prague should never be a hassle. Did you know that one of the most interesting formulas on the market was available to you? The Prague Public Transport Card is a transport pass valid for three days . In other words, you benefit from unlimited access to trams, buses and metros for 72 hours!
It also includes a private transfer from the airport to your accommodation in Prague, one way. Immediately after your reservation, you will need to inform your tram, bus and metro provider of the precise address of your accommodation. Once you register and pay, you’re good to go! A driver in a suit and tie will meet you with a sign in the airport arrivals hall and will take you to your base.
Here’s a great tip to save money on your travels. Does the Prague Card mean something to you? It is a tourist pass which allows free access to more than sixty cultural activities or places of interest. In addition, it includes significant discounts to be used on many other visits. A true skip-the-line ticket, it is essential for quickly entering the sumptuous places that the Czech capital abounds with.
Also, it allows you to use public transport for free throughout its validity period! If you want to benefit from free public transport and many discounts on the attractions offered, use the Prague Card. This affordable and smart city pass will significantly reduce your travel budget! So, conquered?
The fastest: the Prague metro in Prague
Getting around Prague couldn’t be simpler. In fact, all public transport is at the same price , which makes it easier to calculate!
Getting around Prague is easy because the municipality is a model when it comes to public transport. The city is particularly well served and the services offered are of good quality. As for the metro, inaugurated in 1974, users are generally satisfied with the speed and punctuality of the trains.
There are around 60 stations in the capital served by 3 metro lines differentiated by colors:
- Green: line A
- Yellow: line B
- Red: line C
Although modest, the network has one advantage: the connections with the trams are very practical and allow you to get around Prague easily.
- Line A crosses Prague on a northwest/southeast axis. It notably serves Malostranská, the closest station to Mala Strana. But also the Old Town Square and the Jewish Quarter .
- Line B crosses Prague on a northeast/southwest axis. It serves in particular the Municipal House, the Powder Tower and the splendid Wenceslas Square.
- As for line C, which crosses Prague from north to south, it notably serves the National Museum or the Vyšehrad Gardens. The metro operates daily from 5:00 a.m. to midnight.
The most comfortable: the bus in Prague
The bus can be practical for getting around Prague but… especially for getting out of the city. In fact, buses are used to reach tourist points of interest around Prague, and much less to travel there. Getting around Prague by bus is of course possible, but we advise you to opt for other, more flexible and quick solutions. Traffic jams in Prague are quite an institution!
Small aside: we strongly advise against taxis in Prague because their dishonesty is unfortunately legendary. Even the fact of not speaking Czech risks multiplying the price of the journey by five or six.
