Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Also known as the city of a hundred steeples, Prague is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Its architecture immerses its visitors in a romantic atmosphere, where many great artists, such as Mozart or Kafka, have left their mark. Prague is also a European capital looking to the future and very lively, especially at night.
Prague is very well served from many European cities. Located 1h45 from Paris by plane, it is a destination within reach, especially since there is no time difference with France. It is also possible to get to Prague by train.
The Czech Republic has been part of the European Union since 2004. A non-expired identity card (and still valid 3 months after the end of the stay) or a passport still valid 6 months after arrival in the Czech Republic are only necessary for visit this beautiful city. No visa is required for tourists who stay less than 3 months in the country.
The climate of the Czech Republic is continental. The seasons are therefore marked by large differences in both temperature and precipitation (rain and snow). Winter, which lasts from November to March, is very harsh, while it can be very hot in summer, and the city of Prague is no exception to the rule.
The currency of the Czech Republic is the Czech crown. It is a country that is not known to be expensive except for its accommodation, especially in Prague. All the sites of the capital to visit are paying. It is advisable to plan a substantial budget for these entries. However, when you arrive, you can buy the “Prague Card” on site for 2, 3 or 4 days, a tourist passport which gives free access to more than 50 museums and tourist sites in the capital and offers up to 50 % discount for others. It also allows you to benefit without paying for a river cruise in old Prague and to use public transport for free.
Prague is full of monuments, sights and museums. Its architecture is rich and remarkable, from its baroque style residences to those inspired by Art Nouveau. This magnificent city is also crossed by the Vlatava River which gives it a special charm. Prague is also a dynamic city that boasts a vibrant nightlife. If Prague offers only the embarrassment of choice in terms of tourism, some of its sites are unmissable. The 4 not to be missed:
The Charles Bridge is one of the must-see architectural marvels in Prague. Reserved for pedestrians, it connects the two banks of the Vlatava river between the old town and Malá Strana, the baroque district of the capital. It is a very lively place in Prague where painters, puppeteers and guitar players jostle.
Prague Castle is certainly the most visited monument in the capital. It is located on a hill overlooking the Vltava River and contains courtyards, gardens and even restaurants. It also includes the famous St. Vitus Cathedral with 21 chapels and whose Golden Gate, a Venetian mosaic representing the Last Judgment, is unmissable.
The Jewish cemetery in Prague is one of the oldest in Europe (dating from the 15 th century) which gathers more than 12,000 disordered tombstones in the middle of a forest of trees.
The Astronomical Clock in Prague is one of the oldest in the world. Created in 1410 by the watchmaker Mikuláš, it adorns the facade of the capital's town hall. Apart from its beauty, this clock attracts tourists in droves because, in addition to telling the time, it is also an astronomical dial that indicates the position of the moon and stars.
