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2 | | -title: About Prague |
3 | | -subtitle: Everything you need to know about traveling to, getting around, and enjoying the city. |
| 2 | +title: More Tips on Exploring Prague |
| 3 | +subtitle: At EuroPython, many attendees will come with their families. While not attending the conference, why not go and explore Prague and the surrounding area? |
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9 | | -# Prague Tips |
| 8 | +# Prague Exploration Tips |
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11 | 10 | <Image src={venueImage} width="1200" alt="" /> |
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13 | 12 | <div class="mb-15"> </div> |
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15 | | -At EuroPython, many attendees come with their families and friends. When you’re |
16 | | -not at the conference, why not take some time to explore Prague and its nearby |
17 | | -areas? |
| 14 | +At EuroPython, many attendees come with their families and friends. When you're not attending the conference, why not explore Prague and its surrounding areas? |
18 | 15 |
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19 | | -Below you’ll find tips and recommendations from our local volunteers. We hope they |
20 | | -help you and your companions make the most of your stay in Prague! |
| 16 | +Here are some tips and recommendations from our volunteers. We hope they help you and your companions have a great time in Prague! |
21 | 17 |
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22 | 18 | ## Getting around |
23 | 19 |
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24 | | -### How to get to Prague? |
25 | | -- **By public transport**: Check fares and routes on the [Prague Public Transport |
26 | | - website](https://www.dpp.cz/en). You can also install the [Lítačka app](https://app.pidlitacka.cz/) |
27 | | - for navigation and ticket purchases. |
28 | | -- **Planes**: [Prague's Václav Havel Airport (PRG)](https://www.prg.aero/en) is |
29 | | - well connected to the conference and sprints venue via public transport. |
30 | | -- **Trains**: Refer to [Czech Railways (České dráhy)](https://www.cd.cz/en/) for |
31 | | - timetables, bookings, and ticket prices. |
32 | | - |
33 | 20 | ### Public transport |
34 | | -In Prague, public transport is the recommended way to get around: |
35 | | -- You can use your regular bank cards for travel within Prague. |
36 | | -- Public transport is generally fast, reliable, and safe. |
| 21 | + |
| 22 | +In Prague, the recommended way to get around is by public transport: |
| 23 | + |
| 24 | +- More information on getting around by public transport can be found [here](/where#getting-around-in-prague). |
| 25 | +- You can use your regular bank cards for public transport within Prague. |
| 26 | +- Public transport is generally fast and reliable. |
37 | 27 | - After midnight, the metro stops running, but buses are available. |
| 28 | +- The public transport system is mostly safe, with no areas considered off-limits. |
38 | 29 |
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39 | 30 | ### Do I need to rent a car? |
40 | | -- Renting a car is typically unnecessary in Prague; parking is limited and often expensive. |
41 | | -- If you want to explore other towns, trains are convenient and affordable. |
| 31 | + |
| 32 | +Some people may consider renting a car, but: |
| 33 | + |
| 34 | +- In Prague, it's generally unnecessary due to limited parking availability and high costs. |
| 35 | +- Cars can be rented at the airport or other places in the city, similar to most other cities. |
| 36 | +- If you want to visit other towns, trains are a convenient and economical option. |
42 | 37 |
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43 | 38 | ### Be prepared for the weather |
44 | | -- Temperatures often exceed 30°C, so carry plenty of water. |
45 | | -- Public fountains (and toilets) are rare; pack more water than you think you’ll need. |
| 39 | + |
| 40 | +If you want to explore the city, you should be prepared for the weather. Here are answers to some common questions: |
| 41 | + |
| 42 | +- Temperatures are usually above 30°C, so remember to carry water. |
| 43 | +- Public water fountains (and toilets) are rare, so remember to carry more water. |
46 | 44 | - Use sunscreen. |
47 | | -- It seldom rains, but when it does, showers are usually short. Seek shelter until they pass (typically within about half an hour). |
| 45 | +- It rarely rains, but when it does, it tends to be brief showers. Find shelter until it passes, usually within about half an hour. |
48 | 46 |
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49 | 47 | ## What to do while in Prague? |
50 | 48 |
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51 | | -Prague offers countless activities. Here are just a few ideas: |
52 | | - |
53 | | -### Resources |
54 | | -- [Prague.eu](https://www.prague.eu/en) |
55 | | -- [Timeout](https://www.timeout.com/prague) |
56 | | -- [My Prague - Insiders' Guide (audio)](https://english.radio.cz/node/8702571/o-poradu) |
57 | | -- [Honest Guide (videos)](https://www.youtube.com/@HONESTGUIDE) |
58 | | -- [USEIT Prague Map](https://www.use-it.travel/cities/detail/prague/) |
59 | | -- [Prague Tourist Information](https://praguetouristinformation.com/en/) |
60 | | -- [Prague.org](https://prague.org/) |
| 49 | +There are plenty of things to enjoy in Prague. Depending on your preferences, you can find things that interest you and your group. |
61 | 50 |
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62 | 51 | ### For culture and art lovers |
63 | | -- [Summer cinemas](https://www.praguest.com/en/outdoor-cinemas-in-prague) |
| 52 | + |
| 53 | +- Summer cinema (Check some available options [here](https://www.praguest.com/en/outdoor-cinemas-in-prague)) |
64 | 54 | - [DOX](https://www.dox.cz/en) |
65 | 55 | - [Museum Kampa](https://www.museumkampa.cz/en/) |
66 | 56 | - [National Museum](https://www.nm.cz/en) |
67 | | -- [House of the Black Madonna](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_the_Black_Madonna): A café in a cubist-style building |
| 57 | +- [House of the Black Madonna](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_the_Black_Madonna): Café in a cubist-style building (an early example Prague's famous and unique cubist architecture movement) |
68 | 58 |
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69 | 59 | ### For music lovers |
70 | | -- [Jazz Dock](https://www.jazzdock.cz/en) (live jazz on a boat) |
71 | | -- Žižkov area for live music in bars and pubs |
| 60 | + |
| 61 | +Here are several places and festivals you might want to check out: |
| 62 | + |
| 63 | +- [Jazz Dock](https://www.jazzdock.cz/en) for live jazz on a boat |
| 64 | +- Žižkov area, known for the live music in its bars and pubs |
72 | 65 | - [Lucerna Music Bar](https://musicbar.cz/en/) |
73 | 66 | - [Prague Open Air Festival](https://www.pragueopenair.cz/) |
74 | | -- [More events here](https://goout.net/en/prague/events/leznyvlkk/?after=2025-07-14%2000%3A00&before=2025-07-20%2023%3A59) |
75 | 67 |
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76 | | -### For party and clubbing enthusiasts |
| 68 | +[You can find more events here](https://goout.net/en/prague/events/leznyvlkk/?after=2025-07-14%2000%3A00&before=2025-07-20%2023%3A59) |
| 69 | + |
| 70 | +### For party animals and clubbing enthusiasts |
| 71 | + |
77 | 72 | - [ROXY Prague](https://www.roxy.cz/en/): all genres |
78 | 73 | - [Lucerna Music Bar](https://musicbar.cz/en/): pop, sometimes alternative |
79 | 74 | - [Cross Club](https://www.crossclub.cz/en/): punk, alternative |
80 | 75 |
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81 | 76 | ### For nature lovers |
82 | | -- **Petřín Hill**: Prague’s version of the Eiffel Tower, with great views and a lovely Rose Garden |
83 | | -- **Vyšehrad**: Fortress near the venue, also a park perfect for a stroll |
84 | | -- **Riegrovy Sady**: Beautiful city view and a hidden rose garden |
85 | | -- [Prague Botanical Garden](https://www.botanicka.cz/en): 30 hectares of outdoor exhibits, plus the Fata Morgana Greenhouse |
86 | | -- **Divoká Šárka**: A small forest with the artificial lake Džbán |
87 | | -- **Kunratický Les**: Forest area |
88 | | -- **Hostivář**: Forest park with walking trails and swimming |
| 77 | + |
| 78 | +- Petřín Hill: Prague's version of the Eiffel Tower, offering a scenic city view, and home to the picturesque Rose Garden with over 12,000 rose bushes |
| 79 | +- Vyšehrad: Fortress next to the venue, also featuring a park that is ideal for relaxation |
| 80 | +- Riegrovy Sady: A park with a gorgeous view. Remember to check out the hidden rose garden located around [here](https://maps.app.goo.gl/CJbH9ncAHuBVCcQPA) — It's a hidden gem that few locals know about! |
| 81 | +- [Prague Botanical Garden](https://www.botanicka.cz/en): A 30-hectare oasis in Troja, featuring outdoor exhibitions and the Fata Morgana Greenhouse with exotic flora |
| 82 | +- Divoká Šárka: Small forest a bit further away, known for its artificial lake Džbán, ideal for swimming |
| 83 | +- Kunratický Les: Forested area |
| 84 | +- Hostivář: Home to the Hostivař Forest Park with ample walking trails, also suitable for swimming |
89 | 85 |
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90 | 86 | ### For sports and outdoor enthusiasts |
91 | | -- Paddleboarding and Kayaking: You can rent a board in Troja for a calm ride or try the rapids. |
92 | | -- Cycling: Enjoy a 10km path along the Vltava to Roztoky, visit Únětice Brewery, and return by train or ferry. |
93 | | -- Canoeing and Camping: Popular Czech pastimes — plan via [mapy.cz](https://mapy.cz/). |
| 87 | +- Paddleboarding and Kayaking: Rent a paddleboard in Troja for a leisurely ride along the calm Vltava River or navigate the exciting rapids suitable for kayaking. |
| 88 | +- Cycling: Enjoy a scenic 10km cycle path along the Vltava River to Roztoky. Once in Roztoky, visit the renowned Únětice Brewery or relax at U Lasíků café nearby. Return to Prague easily by train from Roztoky (inexpensive and fast) or take a ferry to Stromovka Park, then use tram or metro services back to the city centre. |
| 89 | +- Canoeing and Camping: Both are Czech national sports — Enjoy canoeing on the Vltava River alongside the locals, and explore campsites marked on [mapy.cz](https://mapy.cz) to plan your outdoor adventure. |
94 | 90 |
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95 | | -**Tip:** [mapy.cz](https://mapy.cz/) is great for hiking, canoeing, and planning routes with color-coded trails and campsite info. |
| 91 | +**For hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and similar activities, [mapy.cz](https://mapy.cz/) is highly recommended.** It allows you to plan your adventures in advance, even from abroad. It also features **marked hiking routes in red, green, and blue**, as well as campsites and other robust trip planning tools. You can also plan your river trip and explore points of interest along the way using [this link](https://en.mapy.cz/zakladni?planovani-trasy&rc=9gxyAxXP6piE-xXrZV&rs=base&rs=pubt&ri=2117079&ri=18926195&mrp=%7B"c"%3A143%7D&xc=%5B%5D&rwp=1%3B9gy4lxX-kK5P4xXkO4&x=14.4093291&y=50.0660145&z=15) as an example. |
96 | 92 |
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97 | 93 | ## Where to eat & drink? |
98 | 94 |
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99 | | -Prague is a haven for foodies. You’ll find everything from traditional Czech fare to vegan-friendly spots. |
| 95 | +Prague is a foodie's city! There are many places for nice food, from traditional Czech cuisine to vegan-friendly options. |
100 | 96 |
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101 | 97 | ### Food recommendations |
102 | | -- 👎 **Trdelnik**: A tourist treat, not authentically Czech |
103 | | -- 👎 **Pražská šunka (Prague ham)** on the street: often a tourist trap |
104 | | -- 👍 **Nakládaný Hermelín**: Pickled camembert |
105 | | -- 👍 **Smažený sýr**: Fried cheese |
106 | | -- 👍 **Svíčková**: Meat with vegetable sauce and dumplings |
107 | | -- 👍 **Guláš**: Classic goulash |
| 98 | + |
| 99 | +Some yays and nays from our local volunteers: |
| 100 | + |
| 101 | +- 👎 Trdelnik is a tourist thing: nothing original or authentic |
| 102 | +- 👎 Pražská šunka (Prague ham) on the street: tourist trap |
| 103 | +- 👍 Try Nakládaný Hermelín (pickled camembert) |
| 104 | +- 👍 Smažený sýr (fried cheese) |
| 105 | +- 👍 Svíčková (meat with vegetable sauce and dumplings) |
| 106 | +- 👍 Guláš (goulash) |
108 | 107 |
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109 | 108 | #### For veggies/vegans |
110 | | -- [Eateria](https://maps.app.goo.gl/52VnUHg1C8qWkSjC8): Vegan junk food (great burgers) |
111 | | -- [Pastva](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7tux1PYfSKcAdv6F7): European & healthy fare |
112 | | -- [Dhaba Beas](https://dhababeas.cz/en/): Cheap Indian/European buffets |
113 | | -- [Share Sweet & Espresso Bar](https://www.sharesweetbar.cz/en): Best vegan cakes |
114 | 109 |
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115 | | -[HappyCow listings](https://www.happycow.net/europe/czech_republic/prague/?filters=vegan-vegetarian) show 93 vegan/vegetarian places in Prague, so finding options is easy. Traditional Czech restaurants usually offer fried cheese and French fries, sometimes pickled camembert as veggie choices. |
| 110 | +We know some of us are veggies/vegans. Rest assured that you will find plenty of places serving veggie/vegan food: |
| 111 | + |
| 112 | +- [Shromaždiště](https://maps.app.goo.gl/y8Rihf6pvMNQkFnU9): Offers great traditional Czech food in vegan versions, and great beer. |
| 113 | +- [Eateria](https://maps.app.goo.gl/52VnUHg1C8qWkSjC8): Known for vegan junk food - best burger |
| 114 | +- [Pastva](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7tux1PYfSKcAdv6F7): Open during the day, serving European and healthy food |
| 115 | +- [Dhaba Beas](https://dhababeas.cz/en/): Offers cheap buffets, with Indian and European dishes, widely available across Prague. |
| 116 | +- [Share Sweet & Espresso Bar](https://www.sharesweetbar.cz/en): Coffee shop with the best vegan cakes |
116 | 117 |
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117 | | -If you’re hungry late at night, head to a kebab place for a falafel wrap or try the |
118 | | -Mexican chain Burrito Loco (they offer vegan options). |
| 118 | +According to HappyCow, there are 89 vegan and vegetarian places in Prague. So it should not be an issue to find something. Czech restaurants typically only offer fried cheese and French fries, occasionally including pickled camembert as vegetarian/vegan options, given Czech cuisine's heavy emphasis on meat. |
| 119 | + |
| 120 | +Hungry during the night? Go to any kebab place and order a falafel wrap with veggies. You can also go to Burrito Loco - a Mexican food chain. They offer vegan mana burrito and burrito with grilled veggies. |
| 121 | + |
| 122 | +[Visit HappyCow's vegan-vegetarian listings](https://www.happycow.net/europe/czech_republic/prague/?filters=vegan-vegetarian) |
119 | 123 |
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120 | 124 | ### Where to drink? |
121 | | -Enjoy socializing over drinks if you like: |
122 | | -- **Craft beer**: [Sibeeria Tap Room](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PrRja7hbprfnYqKN8), |
123 | | - Pivotéka, BeerGeek, [Zlý časy](https://maps.app.goo.gl/rCYojfxCJuXwZicAA), Matuška, Zíchovec |
124 | | -- **Pilsner-type beer**: Everywhere. For a milder, less-bitter taste, try Únětice. |
125 | | - For a more bitter flavor, opt for Plzeň/Pilsner, Kozel, or Radegast. |
126 | 125 |
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127 | | -### All-day places for food, drink & socializing |
| 126 | +In European countries, it is popular to socialise over drinks (though there's no pressure to consume alcohol). Here are some recommendations: |
| 127 | + |
| 128 | +- For craft beer: Try [Sibeeria Tap Room](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PrRja7hbprfnYqKN8) (Sour ale, APA, IPA, ale), Pivotéka, BeerGeek, [Zlý časy](https://maps.app.goo.gl/rCYojfxCJuXwZicAA), Matuška (APA, IPA, ale), or Zíchovec (Sour ale, APA, IPA, ale) |
| 129 | +- Pilsner-type beer: Everywhere |
| 130 | + - For mild and non-bitter Pilsner-style beer, try Únětice (available in a few places). They also offer an 8-degree one with lower alcohol content. |
| 131 | + - For more bitter options, try Plzeň/Pilsner, Kozel or Radegast. |
| 132 | + |
| 133 | +### All-day places for food, drink & socialising |
| 134 | + |
128 | 135 | - [Automat Matuška](https://automatmatuska.cz/en/) |
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