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Prague

GETTING THERE

AIRPORT

Prague Ruzyne Airport

The airport is located 20 Km Northwest of Prague, towards Kladno or Slan. It consists of 3 Terminals with free transfer by bus. Car short and long-term parking are situated near Terminals 1 and 2.

For car rental facilities, Alimex CR, Avis, Budget, CS-Czechocar, Dvorak, Europcar, Hertz, National and Sixt are all represented.

Bus 100 runs from the airport to Zlicin metro station, 15 minutes from the airport. Bus 119 and bus 254 run from the airport to Dejvická metro station, which is located 20 minutes from the airport. Two night bus services operate after hours. Services are operated by DP Praha (telephone: (02) 9619 1817), which has an information desk in the Arrivals hall.

Telephone: +420 220 111111; +420 296 661111

www.csl.cz

LOW COST FLIGHTS

www.smartwings.com

www.germanwings.com

www.easyjet.com

www.aerlingus.com

www.meridiana.com

www.airitaly.com

www.norwegian.com

www.clickair.com

www.aireuropa.com

www.flybaboo.com

www.thomsonfly.com

www.jet2.com

www.flyglobespan.com

BY ROAD

Czech motorways are limited but useful: international roads are marked with "E" and all these routes have a speed limit of 130 Kmh. The most important routes to Prague are the D1/D2 to Brno. From Belgium, take the E40 to Cologne, then the E31 to Heidelberg and the E50, crossing the German/Czech border at Waidhaus/Rozvadov. From Vienna, the E59 leads to the D1 motorway, the E55 from Dresden and Berlin, the E67 from Wroclaw and Warsaw and the E50 from Paris.

BY TRAIN

Information about timetable and destination can be seen on the official website of Ceské dráhy (CD) www.cd.cz, (telephone: 8401 12113). Direct rail links connect Prague with more than 20 European cities, including Munich, Vienna, Berlin and Paris. 

CAR RENTAL

AA-Auto

95 Zeleny Pruh Prague 147 00

Telephone: +42 0724322322

www.190.cz

AG Cars Prague

• 2 Prague 4 Prague 14200
• 2 U Kamýku Prague 14200

• www.ag-cars.com
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• Avis 
• 46 Klimentska 11002
• Telephone: +42 022 1851225
• www.avis.com
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• Budget
• 5 Intercontinental Hotel Curieovych 11000
• 800 472 3325
• www.budget.com
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• Hertz
• 28 Karlovo Namesti 11000
• Telephone: +42 0222 231010
• www.hertz.com
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ATTRACTIONS

Charles Bridge 

It is a pedestrian bridge which represents an icon of the city. It dates back to the 14th century and until 1841 it was the only bridge in Prague. Every day a crowd of buskers, musicians and various artists makes the happiness of the multitude of tourists getting there.

Old Town Square

Staromestské Namesti represents the heart of the ancient Prague, lined by beautiful historical façades. Its cobbled surface houses a famous and traditional market, particularly appreciated in Christmas time.

In the center of this pretty square there is the statue of Jan Hus, the religious reformer who is a national Czech symbol. From the top of the Old Town Hall, with its suggestive Gothic clock, people can admire a stunning view of the city.

Prague Astronomical Clock

It is a Gothic clock, called Prague Orloj, on the southern wall of the Old Town City Hall. It is very popular among tourists.

Address: Old Town City Hall

www.orloj.com

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• Prague Castle
• It is a representative monument of Prague's history and now is the residence of the President of the Republic. The castle dates back to 870 and is surrounded by 40 hectares of gardens, buildings and churches. 
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• CHURCHES
 
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• St. Vitus Cathedral
• It is one of the oldest Gothic cathedral in Europe, dating
• back to 1344.
• St. Vitus is the most famous church in Prague, thanks to its magic  and suggestive atmosphere. From its top, on the tallest southern tower, there is a stunning view of Prague.
• Address: Prazský hrad - III. nádvorí
  Praha 1 - Hradcany
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• Church of Our Lady before Tyn
• It is an example of Gothic architecture, which stands in the heart of Stare Mesto. After 1689 it underwent a Baroque reconstruction. Inside the church was buried the famous astronomer Tycho Brahe. There is  a wonderful baptismal font.
• Address: Staromestské namastì 604
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• St. Nicholas Church (Mikulas)
• St. Nicholas is located in the historic centre of Prague, in Mala Strana district; it represents an original example of Baroque style, dating back to the 17th century. 
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• MUSEUMS
 
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• The Jewish Museum
• It is considered the most important among European museums on this argument.
• It is located in the old Jewish District and the different exhibitions are housed in different buildings and synagogues. The museum contains works and objects brought by Nazis from 153 Jewish communities. The Old Jewish Cemetery has 12000 tombstones, the oldest of which datin back to 1439.
• Address: U Staré skoly 1
• Telephone: 221 711 511
• www.jewishmuseum.cz
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• The National Museum
• This museum contains an important and unique collection of prehistoric findings, rocks, minerals, and has areas dedicated to zoology, paleontology and antrophology.
• Address: Vaclavské Namesti 68
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• SHOPPING
• Prague has a plenty of boutiques and shops, particularly in Parizska Street, in the northern part of the Old Town. The most important shopping area is the one from Wenceslas Square to Republic Square.
• There is a permanent market in the Old Town Square where buying traditional crafts and Czech souvenirs, like cristal ware and accessories, puppets and woodden toys.
• Some shopping malls started to appear in recent years, including Palladium (in the city centre), Metropole Zlièin and OC Novy Smichov.
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• NIGHTLIFE
• Prague is characterized by a vibrant nightlife. The most popular nighclubs are concentrated in the heart of Old Town (Karlovy Lazne, Vertigo, Roxy, N 11, Dublex).
• There is a great number of pubs, locals with live music venues, cafés and restaurants in the Old Town, particularly in the streets close to the Old Town Square.
• An original event in Prague is the show at the National Marionette Theatre.
• Do not miss to taste a pint of Czech pilsner, available in every bar or pub!
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• RESTAURANTS
• The Czech Republic in general do not have a great choice of traditional food, but Prague offers  a diversity of eateries and cuisines.
• Beer represents the national choice, accompaying every kind of dish and Czech pilsner is really remarkable.
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• U Vejvodu
• It is a traditional gastropub which offers traditional dishes and beer; the restaurant is downstairs while the pub, open till late in the night, is on the second floor balcony.
• Address: Jilka 4 
• Telephone: 224 219 999
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• Bellevue
• It is considered Prague's finest restaurant and serves modern Czech cuisine with delicious  international influences. Enjoy a suggestive view of Prague's Castle while eating.
• Address: Smetanova Nabrezi 18, Stare Mesto
• Telephone: 222 221 443
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• U Fleku
• It is considered  the world's oldest pub and brewery (from 1499) and Prague's most popular tavern. Taste the house goulash and beer-flavoured cheese on toast. There is often a cabaret entertainment.
• Address: Kremencova 11
• Telephone: 224 934 019
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• EVENTS
• Prague Christmas Markets
• The traditional Christmas markets are characterized by sparkling lights and colorful decorations; they offers Czech typical crafts, like woodden objects, puppets, painted eggs and much more.
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• Prague Autumn Festival
• It is an international music festival which ends the Czech season of classic music. 
• It is traditionally held between Sptember and October at the Prague State Opera Municipal House Rudolfinum.
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