With the introduction of low cost airlines, travellers from around Europe have been taking short breaks to the historical city of Prague for a number of years. The national airline is Czech Airlines, but low cost airlines Easy Jet, Ryanair and Jet2.com all fly to Prague Ruzyne International Airport from the United Kingdom.

The average flight time is between 1 hr 30 minutes and 2 hrs, depending whereabouts in the United Kingdom you are flying from. To transfer to your Prague hotel, you can catch the No. 199 or 254 bus, or jump into a local taxi - I recommend though that you book your transfer through Prague airport shuttle - these guys are very reliable, and will pick you up at the airport and take you to the door of your hotel.

Rather than taking large amounts of money or traveller cheques, which can be quite expensive to exchange, I recommend that you take enough Czech Koruna to get you through the first day, and then visit one of the many bank machines in the city and use your UK bank or credit card.

The exchange rate (£1 = 40czk) is much better in Prague than back home but beware of the currency converter shops that you will see throughout the city. The exchange rate might appear attractive, but many charge high rates, and obviously don’t exchange money with strangers in the street.

If you don’t want to bump into drunken Brits taking advantage of the cheap beer, then I suggest that you visit Prague during the week, and keep well away at the weekend, when thousands of Brits attending stag and hen parties decend on the city.

Price Guide

£0.25 to £1.00 pint of beer
£3.00 to £5.00 two course local meal and beer
£15.00 taxi from airport to city centre hotel

Must See Attractions

Charles Bridge
Church of Our Lady Before Tyn
Astronomical Clock & Old Town Hall Tower
Golden Lane
Jewish Quarter (Josefov)
Mala Strana
Old Town Square
Prague Castle
Wenceslas Square

The national dish is Goulash with dumplings, and whilst the food can appear bland, it is a cheap option whilst dining out. In the markets you can barter for goods – many of the goods are not priced, especially tourist gifts, so make sure you shop around to get the best deal.

I found Czech’s to be friendly, and the language barrier was never a problem. Many of the hotel staff, waiters and bar staff spoke good English – my first visit to a bar in Prague was strange because rather than standing at the bar to be served, you sat down and the bar staff came to you and asked you for your order. They then brought the drink to you and when you’ve had enough, you asked for your bill.

If your looking for a cheap break then I can certainly recommended Prague – it’s a magical and romantic city, but it’s not just for couples because it has something for everyone. Museums, theatre, bars and restaurants or maybe relax with a warm malt wine whilst sailing on the Vltava River. Enjoy!

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