Prague Travel Guide

About Prague

A fairy-tale capital of Gothic spires, medieval bridges, legendary beer halls, and centuries of Bohemian artistic spirit.

This guide covers the neighborhoods worth your time, when to actually go, how to get around, what to eat, what it costs, and the rookie mistakes most first-timers in Prague make. Built to be paired with Elvara — the AI trip planner app for iPhone — so you can turn it into a personalized itinerary in a tap.

When to visit Prague

Best months: April, May, June, September, October.

Continental climate. Warm summers, cold snowy winters. Spring and autumn are ideal for visiting.

What to eat in Prague

Hearty Czech cuisine with svíčková, trdelník, and goulash. Beer culture is world-class - Czech Republic has the highest beer consumption per capita.

Must-try dishes

Svíčková, Trdelník, Czech Goulash, Smažený sýr (fried cheese), Koleno (pork knee), Czech beer, Medovník

Street food tips

Trdelník from street vendors (tourist favorite). Sausage stands near Wenceslas Square. Havelské Tržiště market.

Is Prague safe? What to watch for

Very safe city. Pickpocketing in tourist areas is the main concern. Well-organized public transport.

Common scams

Taxi overcharging - use apps. Restaurant check manipulation. Money exchange scams - avoid street exchangers.

Emergency numbers

Emergency: 112, Police: 158, Ambulance: 155

Customs, etiquette, and what to wear

Local customs

Beer is serious business. Toast with eye contact. Quiet and reserved in public. Respect personal space.

Dress code

Smart casual. Comfortable walking shoes essential for cobblestones. Layers for variable weather.

Tipping

10% at restaurants. Round up for taxis. Small tips for bartenders.

Do's and don'ts

Do: Visit Prague Castle, drink Czech beer, walk Charles Bridge at dawn. Don't: Call it Eastern Europe (Central Europe), skip the lesser town.

Practical info for travelers

Visa

Schengen zone - standard visa rules apply.

Health

Excellent healthcare. Tap water is safe. No special precautions. Pace your beer consumption.

Useful local phrases

Ahoj (Hi - informal), Dobrý den (Good day), Děkuji (Thank you), Na zdraví (Cheers)

A short history of Prague

One of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities. Capital of Bohemia. Prague Spring, Velvet Revolution. UNESCO World Heritage center.

Plan your trip to Prague with Elvara

Once you have a sense of Prague, the next step is turning the inspiration into a real itinerary: dates, neighborhoods, restaurants, what to pack, and how to get around. That's exactly what Elvara is built for. Tell the app your travel style, dates, and budget, and it produces a personalized day-by-day plan, a packing list tuned to Prague's weather, and a chat that knows Prague's neighborhoods, customs, and quirks.