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A guidebook is a small book, or a beautiful brochure, which is intended to introduce the reader to some interesting places, in particular – with the city. Guidebooks are structured in such a way that they first give an overview of the subject they are devoted to, and then provide the reader with information on how to visit attractions or simply various places that interest him within the guidebook.

These are maps, diagrams, a list of transport, photographs and telephone numbers, various lists of various types of establishments and their opening hours. Guidebooks can have a specialization, or they can be of a general nature, and they are published on different languages. In any case, in Prague kiosks you will find a lot of information in Russian, including guides to it.

If you are in Prague for the first time, then you cannot do without a guidebook. First, look through it and you will get some general idea of ​​the city you have arrived in. Using maps and local transport traffic patterns, you can outline specific travel routes for each day. It will be easier for you to correctly navigate the area, in the maze of streets, buildings and squares, if you have a good guidebook in your hands.

You can guess the topic of the guidebook at first glance, but not always. There are guides to historical places, and there are - according to architectural monuments, their covers will be similar, especially for an inexperienced eye. The main thing is that they contain more specific information - maps, routes, addresses and other things. And it also needs to be presented clearly and conveniently for use.

How and where to buy guides to Prague

In any press kiosk, and in many shops in Prague. However, it is better to stock up on guidebooks in advance by ordering them online. Firstly, it's much cheaper. Secondly, you will have a large selection of different options. You can, without haste, compare them and choose the most convenient one, or on the topic that is close to you. You can order guidebooks in advance so that you have time to familiarize yourself with them before starting your trip. Then, having arrived in Prague, you will be able to get to know many places with your own eyes, it will be easier for you to navigate the city. Rail Europe and by bus. If necessary (for example, to organize a shopping tour), we buy package tours on.

The best Prague travel guides you can buy

Introducing the list the best guides and maps of Prague in Russian, sorted by popularity. You can buy them immediately if they are on this moment in stock.

Prague guide with mini phrasebook and map

Price: 347 rubles

Map and guide to Prague

Price: 373 rubles

Prague. Red guide

Editor: Korobkina T. Eksmo-Press Publishing House, 2015. 128 pages.
This is already the 4th edition with corrections and additions. Positions itself as an express guide to Prague. There you will find brief information about Prague, tips and the most interesting thing - how to spend the first and second days. Particular attention is paid to the 25 main attractions. The book comes with a detailed map of the city.

Price: 296 rubles

Map of Prague. Orange Guide

Publisher: Eksmo-Press, 2014
High quality tourist map Prague from detailed plan streets + signs, attractions, parking, tour. offices and metro map.

Price: 96 rubles

Prague. Guide

Series: Dorling Kindersley. Compiled by: Vladimir Soukul. Translator: Popov N.N. and Popova S.R. Editor: Klimova O.V. Publisher: AST, 2013. 272 pages.
As you already understand, this is a detailed foreign guide to Prague translated into Russian with excellent illustrations. Here you will find everything a tourist needs to know: geo-information of Prague, a first acquaintance with it - the main attractions. Exploring Prague districts and their attractions. Here you will get acquainted with tips: information about hotels, markets, shops, shopping centers, restaurants, pubs, cafes and entertainment.

Price: 1246 rubles

Prague. Guide by Bennett Lindsay

Author: Bennett Lindsay. Translator: Novikova T. Editor: Elochkina E. Publisher: Grand Fain, 2014. 160 pages.
This guide is published under the Berlitz brand, which has established itself as high-quality, accurate and simple. The guide is saturated useful information, which gives a comprehensive description of the origins of Prague, as well as its culture and traditions. With it, you can independently go in search of attractions and learn their history, also make interesting purchases and get acquainted with local Czech cuisine - from Veprevo Knee, for example.

Price: 294 rubles

Guide to Informal Prague

Author: Ganchurina Veronica. Publisher: Peter, 2015. 160 pages.
They say that Veronica Ganchurina cannot live without Prague and knows every corner of it. You can learn about “formal Prague” from other guidebooks, but about “informal” Prague - in this book. What will you learn here, you ask? You will get acquainted with incredible sculptures that can only be found in Prague (most of them from the legendary David the Black), with flea markets, you can have a very cheap meal in non-tourist establishments and learn about interesting and mysterious legends. The guide is written in a captivating narrative - easy and interesting to read.

Price: 371 rubles

Guide to Prague from Philippe Bene and Renata Holzbachov

The guide identifies itself as a Guide in Pocket. That is, everything is brief and to the point, namely the facts - what, when, where, etc. It will be useful for those who do not particularly want to overload themselves with information.

Price: 145 rubles

Guide to Prague from Around the World

One of the most famous publishing houses Around the World specializes in high-quality guidebooks around the world. This book is the 5th edition about Prague. With its help you will plunge into the world of mysterious and unique Prague, because Prague is not only the capital of the Czech Republic, but also an atmosphere of legends and stories. All this awaits you in this book.

Price: 430 rubles

And finally

Guide to Prague from Afisha

Authors: Shiryaev Anton and Carmody Ostap. Editor: Samarina Ksenia. Publisher: Afisha, 2012. 368 pages.
Another well-known publishing house, Afisha, presented its Guide to Prague in Russian. And this, by the way, is already the 9th edition.
What will you find here? All! History of the city, attractions, tips, Prague today, routes, restaurants, clubs, shops, theaters, etc.

Price: 935 rubles

P.S. Of course, you should understand that some books may no longer be in stock - these are printed versions and they tend to run out. But you can always find analogues.

Download a free guide to Prague?

Prague, as you know, is a very visited city among tourists from all over the world, so the leadership of Prague is working to make you feel comfortable in it. To do this, they created their own free one in Russian, which you can download in PDF format and print.

Also found on the Internet was a free Guide to Prague and the Czech Republic “Walking with Alice”. Edition autumn-winter 2015/2016. Authors: Elena Kolesnikova, Anna Khlebina, Daria Yakushkina. Publisher ALISA Travel Agency s.r.o. You can download it.

Holidays in Prague without a guidebook

It goes without saying that you can completely do without purchasing a guidebook. Maybe you like to travel at random, randomly: you left the hotel and went wherever your eyes looked. It's entertaining, but not very informative.

If you still intend to get to know the city, then there are several options.

  1. After browsing the sites, select the information you are interested in and print it out. You receive your personal guide.
  2. Using a mobile phone, you remember a certain site, which itself is an electronic guide containing a lot of specific information about Prague (routes, prices, lists of attractions of all kinds, photographs, opening hours and other details, even maps), and access this site using as necessary. In this case, you receive answers to your questions immediately, as well as all kinds of information and tips.
  3. If you don’t know how or don’t like fiddling with your phone, then talk to the guides. For many, communicating with a live person is preferable to communicating with technology or a book format. The guide will explain and show everything, he is emotional, erudite, and it’s a pleasure to communicate with him. Of course, you will need to pay for his services, but you will get a great acquaintance with the object of the excursion.

So, when planning a trip to an unfamiliar city, especially one as large and complex, interesting and mysterious as Prague, think about how you will feel in it. If you want to be more self-confident and more independent, then the guide is good remedy for this. It will make your horizons wider and your possibilities of movement more free. And finding guides on the Internet is not at all difficult; just browse the relevant Internet resources.

If you have already used any guide to Prague, or can recommend a good one that is not here, write your reviews in the comments. Rail Europe and by bus. If necessary (for example, to organize a shopping tour), we buy package tours on.

A guide to Prague can be a very necessary thing when traveling. With its help, it is easy to create optimal routes around the city in order to have time to see all the most interesting things. It is convenient to put the guidebook in your bag and turn to it for help if you have forgotten where the place you are interested in is located.

A selection of guides to Prague

Prague is a unique city. When you first meet him, you can be confused by the abundance most beautiful places, historical attractions, architectural monuments, museums and palaces. I want to see and feel all this. You can wander around the city, enjoying the architecture and your own discoveries. But if you use a guidebook, in a short time you can explore many places that are missed by those who do not plan the route in advance.

  • briefly about the sights of Prague and how to get to them;
  • restaurants, addresses and contacts;
  • about the weather in Prague;
  • a little about customs in the Czech Republic;
  • transport in Prague;
  • Traffic Laws;
  • police, ambulance, fire telephone numbers;
  • local currency information;
  • useful tips, addresses and telephone numbers;
  • Czech cuisine;
  • culture, mentality;
  • city ​​maps, metro map and ground transport Prague;
  • convenient and simple Czech phrasebook.

2. Quick guide:

  • basic information;
  • the most important attractions;
  • gardens and viewing platforms;
  • cultural places (galleries, museums, theaters, clubs, festivals);
  • contact information, a little about excursions;
  • city ​​life (parks, shopping, markets, river walks, boats and pedalos).

3. An excellent guide for those who like to walk:

  • Vysehrad;
  • Vinohrady and Vrsovice;
  • gardens and parks;
  • Carlin;
  • from Břevnov to Strahov.

Maps are included with all routes. Along with the guidebook, you need to take comfortable, durable shoes and a camera.

4. Five interesting walking routes.

5. Culture and Entertainment Guide:

  • galleries and museums;
  • music;
  • theater, dance, circus;
  • cultural events;
  • unusual places;
  • art bookstores.

6. Guide to musical Prague.

Everything about music in all its forms, music museums, brief information about Czech composers, information about music festivals, large map in Czech. You can print the guidebook on a large format and fold it into a pocket size.

7. A guide for travelers with children.

Interesting museums, attractions for children, Botanical Garden, zoo, observatory, walks, water parks - everything that may interest little tourists.

8. Guide to the best beer places in Prague.

The guide is dedicated to the most important part of Prague culture - Czech beer:

  • Beer varieties and terms are described in an interesting and detailed manner;
  • tells where local beer is brewed;
  • reviews of popular beer establishments;
  • beer library reviews;
  • beer baths, beer experiences, beer list.

Audio guides

Audio guides are an interesting and convenient thing. It is enough to have a stable Internet connection, and your trip will be no worse than official excursions. You turn on the audio guide and follow the route indicated in it. At this time, a fascinating story about the sights along your way plays in your headphones.

A selection of good audio guides:

A comprehensive excursion includes 64 objects on the left and right banks of the Vltava. Includes descriptions of sculptures, museums, architectural monuments.

Reviews: “Beautifully built, great places, nice announcer. Capacious, interesting, informative! Very informative route."

The tour includes legends and descriptions of the old castle staircase, the black tower, Golden Street, St. George's Basilica, Hradcany Square - a total of 27 objects along the route.

There is hardly another European capital like Prague, which is so loved by Russian tourists, breaking records for attendance of one of the most beautiful cities in the world. This is confirmed by the increasingly developing last years such a public institute as “Individual Russian guides in Prague”. Thanks to their brilliant erudition in the field of Czech history and culture, perfect command of the Russian language, expressiveness and figurative presentation, each excursion with an individual Russian guide becomes an unforgettable event for tourists visiting Prague. This article introduces you to 15 representatives from the glorious cohort of Prague Russian speaking guides, whose activities are reflected in real reviews tourists.

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Denis – 120 reviews

The content of 5 excursions in Denis’s creative arsenal is full of vivid Prague symbols, unique objects and educational facts in the field of history. He himself is a very witty, extraordinary, pleasant person to talk to, with whom it is always interesting (from reviews). Dedicated to books by profession, Denis has a broad outlook, brilliant erudition and a subtle artistic taste, which allowed him to master photography to perfection. He was a member of the Czech national team at the Nations Cup and the World Championships in the sports show “What, Where, When.” The hoary antiquity and underground modernity of Prague “keep in step” in his mind.

In 2 6-hour excursions “Getting to know Prague in 2 days”, accompanied by Denis, you can get to know Prague better than in a month of independent study. The fabulous beauty of Prague Castle, the authentic streets of the Old Town, Lesser Town, Vysehrad will open before you, about which you will hear the most interesting details. Following an experienced guide, you will find yourself in the most mysterious places of the Czech capital on the route “Yards, backyards and gateways of the Old Town”.

By visiting the Prague Literary Cafes, you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the literary work of Prague writers with a cup of coffee or a glass of beer, take part in an interesting discussion-dialogue, and discover new items in Czech prose. And in the districts of Letna and Holesovice you will get acquainted with unusual underground “things” in the form of wall mural art or theater “in a box”.

Sona – 110 reviews

Having moved to Prague more than a year ago, from the first days of her stay there, Sona fell in love with the atmospheric places of this wonderful city, quiet nooks and crannies with ancient buildings and many interesting elements. Having experience in conducting quests in Moscow, the competent, erudite girl immediately understood what a wealth of material there is for conducting educational excursions in a playful way. Her 2-3 hour quests are a great way to get acquainted with historical sights, little-known Prague sites and legends associated with them.

The excursion-game organized by Sona is interesting for travelers of any age, from 7 and older: the tasks in a fun way do not let you get bored, and their solutions do not disappoint. By completing them, everyone will learn many nuances in the architecture and history of Prague; The fabulously beautiful city reveals its mysterious corners, captivating with its sweet patriarchy. Thanks to the quest, tourists will learn little known facts and highlights that usually go unnoticed. The friendly atmosphere created by the guide contributes to the positive attitude of the participants, as evidenced by their reviews.

Mikhail – 110 reviews

The air tour “Romantic flight for two (or three)” and “Take a plane over Prague” begins with a guided transfer from the hotel to the airport (30 km from the city). During the time spent on the road - a lot of useful, interesting information. At the airport - meeting Mikhail, inspecting the plane and preparing for the flight. After a short time you find yourself above Prague, and an amazing panorama of the Czech capital opens up before you below. Mikhail's tips help determine the places over which the plane flies. Reviews from tourists about the flights are full of delight.

Dmitry – 103 reviews

A coincidence of circumstances or, as Dmitry himself says, fate long ago settled him in Prague, which became for him the most beloved city in the world. The Prague streets, squares, ancient palaces and castles sank into his soul forever, he liked Czech traditions and customs, and the modern rhythm of life. He conducts his excursions in the form of relaxed, interesting communication, involving excursionists in dialogue, infecting them with the same love for rich history Prague, captured in amazing objects. He reveals to his “fellow travelers” hidden corners, highlights, symbols not of the official, ceremonial Prague, but of his beloved city, full of pleasant surprises.

Prague stories - this is how Dmitry describes the topic of getting to know Prague. You won’t get bored for a minute, because you will see the diversity of Prague, from the most ancient monuments to the most modern modern buildings. Visit Wenceslas Square and be amazed Prague Castle, Iron Street. Walking across the famous Charles Bridge, you will find out why its construction began at 6 o’clock in the morning, and you will see where the first brick was laid.

Enjoy feeding the swans on a secluded section of the Vltava embankment hidden behind the houses. You will find out the places where the Russian poetess Tsvetaeva visited and understand why she chose them. During your journey, Dmitry will tell you where you can taste the best Czech beer and where to have a delicious dinner.

Tatyana – 77 reviews

The creative concept of a guide, according to Tatyana, lies in unobtrusive communication that is most useful for tourists, when the latter’s wishes in making a choice are not ignored, but are fulfilled. Tatiana’s routes are intended for those who want to get acquainted with iconic places not only of the Czech Republic, but also neighboring countries. During her travels, the guide strives to create a warm, sincere atmosphere of communication, in a lively, relaxed manner, she opens the world of beauty to the people she accompanies.

Taking a 12-hour trip to Cesky Krumlov, you will be enchanted by the appearance of a truly medieval town, the picturesque banks of the Vltava, stunning beautiful castle Deep above it and other attractions. A deep dive into the sphere of great art will be a visit to the internationally recognized city-museum of Dresden, with its magnificent architecture, unique collections of masterpieces of painting and sculpture (duration - 11 hours).

The most pleasant and joyful impressions await you on a tour of Karlovy Vary, the famous Czech resort. A visit to the brewery in Krušovice will also give you a lot of interesting things, where you will learn the “highlights” of brewing and taste the famous varieties of the foamy drink.

Darina – 75 reviews

Darina’s main desire as a tour guide is to make meetings with tourists as interesting as possible, to show secret corners of Prague and capture them in photographs. She believes that traveling is the most memorable event in life, so she “paints” her routes with bright strokes, without boring monologues or listing facts.

The hidden places of the city are revealed to tourists by her fellow guides from among the local residents, who are well aware of all the Prague “highlights” along the route “Prague through the eyes of a local resident” (3 hours). The result of the 2nd walk (2 hours) around the extraordinary Prague is a photo report about unique sights.

Together with Darina and other guides, you will walk through secluded Prague places, see from the inside the life of the capital, which is not shown on most sightseeing tours. Judging by the reviews, during the walk Darina gives valuable advice, life hacks, and answers all questions that interest tourists. There is one remark about photography when the wishes of the tourist were not taken into account (“Photo walk through extraordinary Prague”). Travelers leave positive reviews about other guides - local residents who convey their love for the amazing city.

Vladimir – 66 reviews

Prague so captured Vladimir’s imagination when he first met it that he risked leaving his job as a television journalist and moving from Russia to the Czech capital. Here he actively began studying unique city and developed interesting routes individual excursions for Russian-speaking tourists. Having walked tens of kilometers along the streets and alleys, having seen everything with his own eyes, he successfully decided on the choice of topics. Vladimir is not just a guide, he becomes a true friend to those who go with him, creating an atmosphere of comfort and warmth.

A walk with a photo shoot early in the morning in pre-dawn Prague will be truly magical for you, when there are no crowds of tourists on the streets, no roar of traffic, when you can calmly look at all the beauties of the wonderful city, drink a cup of coffee for cheerfulness. It will be doubly pleasant to walk along the pavements accompanied by a sociable, erudite guide, unobtrusively telling legends, myths and real stories about the objects seen.

A real treat is the “om-nom-nom” gastronomic excursion, which introduces traditional Czech dishes, with a visit to a butcher shop and several cafes. Hipster Prague will give you the pleasure of riding Segways and bicycles when visiting the super trendy and popular district.

Vyacheslav – 60 reviews

A former Soviet citizen, a descendant of Czechs, moved to his historical homeland in 1992 and settled in Prague. A graduate of the Art Academy (1985), he began teaching painting and art history here in several educational institutions. Having accumulated a huge amount of knowledge about the history and culture of Europe, in particular about Prague, Vyacheslav easily received a license to be a tour guide. The scope of his activities is not limited only to Prague, he not only conducts excursions to many European museums and art galleries, but also organizes personal exhibitions of his works.

The topics of excursions by a keen expert on Czech cultural and everyday traditions cannot be called hackneyed; the content of each of them is a storehouse of interesting finds in various spheres of Prague life, past and present. Words cannot express the magical magnetism of a walk through the Old Town, introducing tourists to the medieval monuments of Prague. Before the amazed eyes of the voyage participants, the secret societies of the Masons, the sacred traditions of the Templars, and the miracles of the alchemists are “resurrected,” which the guide tells about, showing the corresponding streets, buildings and temples.

Even those who are hearing about Kafka for the first time will become captivated by the famous writer, visiting the writer’s favorite places and listening to the guide’s expressive story about him. Everyone will experience undoubted pleasure by taking a sightseeing tour of the best beer and wine bars in Prague and getting acquainted with the history of the production of signature drinks. Vyacheslav is a master of his craft!

Olga – 54 reviews

St. Petersburg resident Olga has been living in Prague for many years and considers it a city of fairy-tale magic. She tries to convey her extraordinary perception to those whom she accompanies on journeys among castles and palaces, temples and museums, along streets and squares. The style of her excursions is unhurried and lyrically insightful narration, an unobtrusive but thorough introduction to the main attractions of the Czech capital, creating a positive mood for tourists.

Like a sorceress lifting the veil of secrets, Olga introduces you to the world of the Middle Ages, with its architectural masterpieces, legends and sometimes harsh, sometimes beautiful reality in the 4-hour walk “Hello, beautiful Prague”. The unique appearance of castles, authentic temples, extraordinary buildings and their history in a lively, competent presentation will remain in your memory for a long time. After the voyage (6 hours) “Transfer + excursion to the main places of the Czech capital” you will not have any blank spots on the topic of the main Prague attractions, as evidenced by the reviews of the participants.

Ruslan – 38 reviews

Ruslan, who has lived in Prague for a long time and has thoroughly studied all its districts right up to the outskirts, plans his excursions according to the principle “from the well-known to the little-known.” His storytelling and presentation always contain elements of unexpected discoveries that are interesting to everyone. His charges begin to feel like the same residents of Prague as Ruslan himself, “infecting” them with admiration for everything they see around them. As a result of walking with him, every excursionist gets the feeling that he knows all the innermost secrets ancient city.

The uniquely beautiful, mysterious and magical Czech capital will appear before you on the “Evening Prague” walk, when the daytime noise subsides and the sacred monuments of antiquity are illuminated with enchanting lights. Against the backdrop of the darkening sky, you will see the spiers of Loretta, St. Nicholas and St. Vitus. Walking along the Charles Bridge, you will see a stunning panorama of falling asleep Prague, visit the Old Town and Crusader Squares, admire the Schwarzenberg Palace and the Rudolfinum. You won’t be disappointed by another walking and bus tour, “Across Prague with the Wind,” which has received excellent reviews from tourists.

Martin – 21 reviews

The former Moscow journalist, having once visited the Czech Republic, finally moved to Europe and became a universal guide, organizing individual excursions not only in Prague and its surroundings, but also in cities of neighboring countries. The range of topics on his routes is very wide, so everyone can choose the most suitable option for themselves. These are pedestrian and bus trips, trips on the tram and shuttle in the company of Martin leave deep impressions.

During excursions around Prague, the guide will show you the iconic objects of the city, known all over the world: Charles Square, the Dancing House, the Powder Gate, Hradcany, etc. He will introduce you to the traditional crafts of Czech craftsmen, brewers, cooks and winemakers. In the vicinity of Prague you will visit the famous Melnik Castle, Moravian karst caves, Lednice Castle, miraculous sculpture of the Virgin Mary in Karlstejn.

Martin will show you best places the birthplace of Mozart - Salzburg, where the music festivals. The extraordinary beauty of Saxony's treasures: Wesenstein Castle, the Meissen fine porcelain factory will captivate the imagination.

Oleg – 21 reviews

Oleg can be described as a comprehensively developed person, with a legal education, experience as a television reporter, and a keen interest in yoga and Vedic philosophy. He is not indifferent to music, film and theater arts, and shows interest in architectural trends. For 10 years he was actively involved in the tourism sector, the last 3 of which he devoted to 3 author’s excursions. He personifies an example of a healthy lifestyle, he has explored all the corners of Prague and is imbued with their flavor.

By ordering a 2.5-hour excursion from Oleg, you will be able to see the front side of Prague, discovering famous monuments from the back side and “paths” not trodden by tourists to hidden places familiar only to Prague residents (Beyond Prague). During a 3-hour walk around the Mala Strana district, you will be imbued with the spirit of the ancient city, feel the special flavor of the Middle Ages, learn many interesting facts, legends and beliefs by visiting unique museums. A large sightseeing tour will allow you to get acquainted with the most famous Prague attractions.

Daria – 11 reviews

The profession of art historian, which Daria mastered, successfully found its embodiment in the city, which is an excellent visual aid to the theoretical knowledge of a novice guide. Captivated by the beauty of Prague architecture, represented by different styles, Daria, with the enthusiasm of a passionate, knowledgeable person, shows the new, avant-garde face of the Czech capital. She tries to reveal to her excursionists the intention and creative significance of modern art trends in emerging objects in the city.

Daria's routes - acquaintance with the new contemporary work of Czech and European artists, sculptors and architects - masterpieces of art nouveau in art that decorated Prague streets and squares. Some of them are so extravagant that only the guide's comments help to understand their essence. As examples of Art Nouveau art, you will see installations by avant-garde artists, works by M. Etelova, and unexpected sculptures by D. Cerny. Find out who the rotating head of the all-seeing F. Kafka is watching, where and why the pink tank came from, establish the authenticity of D. Lennon’s autograph on the wall named after him.

Prague has always attracted tourists from all over the world with its history, architectural structures and incredible culture. You can explore the city on your own on foot, turning into little-known streets to get to know the locals and their rhythm of life. You can also explore the city using a guidebook. The routes around Prague in the guide are built as comfortably as possible, so that as soon as possible introduce travelers to all interesting objects.

A guidebook is a brochure or small book that introduces tourists to the city. Guidebooks often include not only well-thought-out itineraries, but also Interesting Facts and legends of the city, as well as important additional information about Prague. A guide to Prague in Russian with routes will help Russian citizens better understand Czech culture and national characteristics.

You can get to the capital of the Czech Republic from Moscow by direct flight with Aeroflot or CSA. On average, the flight will take a little over two hours. There are similar flights from other Russian cities, for example, from St. Petersburg there are direct flights of Rossiya Airlines and CSA, from Yekaterinburg - “ Ural Airlines" and CSA, and from Samara - Aeroflot.

Large travel companies fly to Pardubice Airport, from which you can get to Prague in 2 hours 30 minutes.

During the discount period, you can fly from Dresden at a minimal cost in about 3 hours, although a direct flight will be much faster.

You can get to Prague not only by plane, but also by train, although this option is almost not in demand among tourists. This is due to the fact that the cost of train and air tickets is approximately the same, but the travel time is significantly different. By train from Moscow through Ukraine you can get to Prague in 48 hours.

Is it better in summer or winter?

You can come to Prague in any season, because the city is always beautiful. Even the rainiest and foggy weather leaves tourists with a positive impression of the city. Winters in Prague are mild and not characterized by severe frosts, and summers are very rarely hot.

Most tourists come to Prague not in the summer, but at Christmas, when a special New Year's atmosphere reigns in the city.

Least popular season among Russian tourists– September and early October.

City hotels

Prague is divided into districts, so room prices largely depend on the location of the hotel. The cheapest apartments are located at a fairly distant distance from the city center. Tourists should also take into account the costs of transport and time, so it is better to choose hotels that are not very distant.

Prague 1 is the city center, so the most expensive hotels, restaurants and clubs are located here. The average cost of a hotel room in this area is 50 euros and above. Prague 2 is also considered the city center, but accommodation will be much cheaper. The average cost of a hotel room located in the Prague 3 and Prague 4 areas is about 25 euros, but tourists will be forced to use public transport to get to the city center.

In other areas, the cost of the room will be even lower, but you should take into account that the journey will take about 40 minutes or you will need to pay for an expensive taxi.

Walking around Prague – routes

The best way to explore Prague is on foot. The veracity of this fact is easily verified. To many famous attractions historical center can be reached exclusively on foot, and usually surrounded by many tourists and local residents. In our article we offer you 5 routes around Prague with a tour of the most interesting sights of the city. Route maps with descriptions are included.

  1. From Bubenech to Troy. This romantic route, close to Prague Castle, takes you to Bubeneč – a quiet and beautiful area, famous for its aristocratic gardens and villas, which are now the residences of diplomatic missions of many countries. Detailed map See below for the route with the names of attractions along the way.

  1. Holesovice. With this route you will get acquainted with one of the most interesting areas of Prague - Holesovice. Until the beginning of the 20th century, this area was a center of trade and production with all that it entails. The factory complexes of that time remain here today, only now they have been converted into modern offices, lofts and workshops. See below for a detailed map of the route with the names of attractions along the way.

  1. From Vinogradov to Zizkov and back. This route of an independent walk around Prague will introduce you to the Zizkov district, which, by the way, is no less interesting in the historical center of the Czech capital. In the old days, Žižkov was a kind of place for creative youth, it is here that you will find a monument to Jaroslav Hasek (by the way, when going to the Czech Republic, take with you the novel “The Adventures of the Good Soldier Švejk”, so the book will sparkle with completely different colors for you). The route along Žižkov passes through the TV tower and the old Jewish cemetery. The walking trail will take you to the area of ​​Royal Vinohrady: it got its name from former medieval vineyards. See below for a detailed map of the route with the names of attractions along the way.


  1. Strzesovice and Dejvice. An extraordinary experience full of contrasts awaits you here. Stršešovice and Dejvice are among the highlights of Prague architecture, and are especially attractive to those who appreciate unusual 20th-century buildings. See below for a detailed map of the route with the names of attractions along the way.

You can download a guide with all five routes at.

Where to relax and eat?

Prague has many different restaurants, cafes, bars, pubs, taverns and other themed establishments. Before entering each establishment, you can familiarize yourself with the menu and prices, but on average the cost of dishes is small, so you can go to any establishment.

Because Prague is a tourist city; of course, guests of the Czech capital have their own rating of the best restaurants in the city. If you are interested, you can check out the best restaurants in Prague in.

Transport around the city

Prague has a well-developed public transport system, so you can easily reach the city center from any area by metro, tram, bus or funicular. In Prague, in special machines you can buy a single ticket for all types of public transport, which are limited only by the time of validity. Read more about public transport in Prague.

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, the historical center of Europe. Main state language is Czech, but local residents, especially young people, speak English fluently. Czechs whose age has “crossed” the mark of 45-50 years can understand and speak Russian.

Tourist Prague

Interesting facts about Prague that you should definitely take note of:
Such a selection of beer, the freshness and variety of which is literally off scale, is not found in any other country, much less in any city.
The tram network is well developed - if you want to explore the city, see all its beauties, but not feel tired, then it’s time to transfer to trams. By the way, they Prague They go strictly according to the schedule.
IN Prague There is night tram- however, it costs a little more than usual, but it rides around the city all night.
Almost every second restaurant in the city has a menu in Russian, which will make life much easier for tourists who do not know Czech or English.
Many cafes and bars offer menus with pictures of dishes for the convenience of customers. Even without knowing the language and not understanding the name of the dish, you can easily see its real image, volume and cost.
It’s worth turning deep into any Czech street, slightly removed from the city center, and the amount of the check in a restaurant or cafe will be simply ridiculous in comparison with prices in the central historical part of the city. As an equally pleasant bonus, there will be huge portions.
In the evening take a walk around Prague- pure pleasure. City services took care of organizing the most competent illumination of not only spiritual objects, but also architectural landmarks.
If you climb to the very top of St. Vitus Cathedral, you can see Prague almost from a bird's eye view. An incredibly beautiful sight.
The wonderful sea lion can only be seen at the Prague Zoo. The animal willingly makes contact with people, demonstrating touching tricks and entire performances at lunchtime.
Locals- very friendly and welcoming people. A lost tourist can, without a twinge of conscience, approach a Czech and ask for directions to the hotel, in turn, the Czech will “go out of his way” to explain the way to the hotel and the best way to get there using language, manipulation or an Internet map on his phone.
Many older Czechs living in Prague know Russian well and speak it.
IN Prague just an incredible concentration of attractions. The whole city is one big architectural monument. Moreover, it makes no difference whether you are on the central historical street, near the Charles Bridge or three metro stops from the center. The city is truly beautiful, acts like a magnet for tourists, where every building attracts the eye and carries its own history.
IN Prague It’s difficult to single out the best restaurant, cafe or bar. Each catering establishment offers the highest level of service, a variety of dishes, a wine and beer list, and an affordable price tag for tourists, even in the city center. The only thing you need to do is always check the bill at the establishment; a large flow of visitors often causes confusion regarding the presence or absence of served dishes in the check. But administrators never sort things out, don’t quarrel with visitors, and always admit they made a mistake.

Ten things you should definitely do while in Prague:
- standing near the Astronomical Clock, find out the exact time;
- make your most cherished wish on the Charles Bridge;
- taste dumplings (a floury sweet, like our pretzels), drink mulled wine, eat the famous pork leg;
- it’s hardly worth mentioning Czech beer, which has a fabulous taste;
- try national drink Czech Republic - Becherovka;
- visit stores specializing in the sale of Czech Garnets;
- get lost in the city and calmly explore it without haste and fuss - it is beautiful not even in the center, but far beyond its borders;
- ride a tram - interesting and educational in terms of exploring city streets and houses painted in bright colors;
- feed the swans at the foot of the Charles Bridge - they are tame, asking for bread, which causes a storm of emotions and tenderness;
- ride a river boat along the Vltava, during the walk you will have a magnificent view of the city streets, architectural structures and houses located on both banks of the river.

Currency exchange in Prague
IN Prague low crime rate, but pickpocketing is common. Therefore, it is advisable not to take large sums of money with you on excursions or just for walks. The ideal option is a payment plastic card, which can be used to make payments in almost 99% of stores and catering establishments.
It is advisable to exchange currency at money exchange points or banks. BUT! Be careful! Many banks charge exorbitant fees for currency exchange. Therefore, it is advisable, before making an exchange, to clarify the amount of the commission and find out whether there is one or not.
Under no circumstances change money from a random person who comes up to you on the street and offers this service. His goal is not to exchange, but simply to deceive.
Many tourists change money in the Old Town on Panskaya Street with people of Arab or Turkish nationality. Risky, but without commissions and at a favorable rate.

Main Prague telephone numbers
Rescue service - 112.
Prague City Police - 158.
Fire brigade - 150.
Ambulance - 155.
The telephone helpline operating throughout the country is 1180.
Helpline telephone numbers operating abroad - 1181.
Attention! There is a tourist information call center in the city! Contact number 12444.
Operators speak Czech, German and English. By telephone, tourists can be advised about events and cultural events taking place on the days of arrival inPrague, suggest the right one tourist information regarding: issues of movement around the city, necessary telephone numbers, as well as addresses of companies. The help desk operates on weekdays from eight in the morning to seven in the evening. It is most profitable to call from payphones, of which there are a lot in the city, or from landline phones installed in the reception area of ​​each hotel. The cost of a call to the service is equivalent to the cost of a local call.
International phone calls
To call from Prague to Russia, dial 00, then the country code, then the city code and the local phone number.
Internet access
IN Prague There is a very widespread network of Internet cafes where you can use a computer and access the Internet. As a pleasant “bonus”, a tourist can drink a cup of tea, coffee or other drink. The only drawback of Internet cafes is that they are open until ten o'clock in the evening, even in the city center.

Public transport in Prague

You can get around the city by metro, buses or trams. Fortunately, both types of transport run strictly on schedule and quite often. At all Prague It is considered one of the best cities in Europe in terms of a developed public transport system. Travel for children under six years of age is free, for children from six to fifteen years old - half the cost of an adult ticket.
Tickets for the tram are purchased at special kiosks and stalls, but, unfortunately, they are not available at every stop. Therefore, you will have to walk quite a bit to buy travel cards if the tourist has not taken care of this in advance.
IN Prague four metro lines A, B, C and D. But even with the abundance of stations, it is very difficult to get confused. The historical city center is located at the Muzeum station. This is exactly what you need to focus on when planning your tourist route.

A short guide to metro stations:
- Staromestska metro station - exit right in the Old Town area.
- Muzeum station - get off right at the foot of Wenceslas Square, and if you get to the Mustek metro station, then exit at the end of Wenceslas Square.

Travel tickets in Prague

There are two types of tickets in the city: single-use and multiple-use.
Features of a one-time ticket: designed for a thirty-minute trip on one type of transport without transfers to another. Let's say you took the metro a few stops, got off at the desired station, solved all the questions and, if you still invest thirty minutes, you can take the metro again and go a couple of stops. The main thing is to do it in half an hour. It’s not worth the risk - inspectors can come in at any time and check the ticket of each passenger and, if they discover that the travel card has expired, they can fine you. Moreover, the fine is quite serious.
Advantages of a multiple-use ticket: designed for a 75-minute trip. Can be used to travel by any type of public transport (except taxis). You can make transfers from bus to metro, from metro to tram without a time limit, the main thing is to keep within the time limit from the moment the pass is activated.
You can buy a ticket at special yellow kiosks, in information centers, newsstands. Tickets can only be purchased from ticket machines using coins. Before your trip, don’t forget to validate your ticket; this is done right at the entrance to the metro/tram/bus.
If you plan to move around the city a lot, often and over several days, then it is most profitable to purchase tourist travel tickets for public transport. A ticket for twenty-four hours will cost around one hundred crowns. There are also tickets for three and five days.
You can buy a tourist ticket at information centers, as well as at some metro stations (Namesti Miru, Nadrazi Holesovice, Dejvicka, Hradcanska, Florenc, Hlavni nadrazi, Mustek). For children under six years of age, travel will be free.
Cash desk opening hours are from 6.30 am to 6.30 pm.

How to get to Prague from the airport and back

From Ruzyne Airport to Nadrazi metro station you can take bus number 119. This is the most cheap option trip, the cost of which will cost about 20 Czech crowns. Travel time is no more than twenty minutes, and buses run every 10-15 minutes. This option is also suitable for those who need to get from Prague to the airport.
From the airport to Prague:
The bus leaves at the terminal from platform II at the airport. The first flight departs at 04.25 am, the last at 23.40. Finite stopping point bus - Nadrazi Veleslavin metro station. If the travel ticket time still allows you to complete the route (up to 30 minutes), then you can take the nearest metro station and get to the hotel or city center.
From Prague to the Airport:
Bus 119 can be boarded near the Nadrazi Veleslavin metro station. The first flight towards the Airport leaves at 4.50 am, the last at 0.18 am. The airport is the final arrival station.

Special delivery service
The CEDAZ delivery service operates at the airport. It is easy to recognize the transport of this company - white vans are parked right next to the arrival terminal, leaving for Prague every half hour. The first flight is at 5.30 am, the last flight is at 21.30. The final stop is the Dejvicka and Namesti Republiky metro stations (lines A and B, respectively). You can go to the airport in the same way - landing is carried out near the above metro stations.
A one-way trip for one person with luggage will cost around 90 CZK; children under ten years of age are transported free of charge. For tourist groups Other tariffs apply, which largely depend on the number of people. By the way, the group will be taken directly to the foot of the hotel, where they plan to stay, regardless of its distance from the Airport.

Sights of Prague


Historical component Prague located on both sides of the Vltava River. The left bank is Prague Castle and Lesser Town. Right bank of the Vltava River - Old Town and Nove Mesto, Jewish Quarter. Both banks are connected by the greatest and most luxurious Charles Bridge.
In the Old Town, the Old Town Square - the heart - deserves special attention from tourists. Prague. The square has been simply gorgeously restored, has retained its former appearance, and this is where you should start getting acquainted with the historical part of the city. Walking around the square, you can get acquainted with the Church of the Virgin Mary in the Gothic style, and the astronomical clock decorating the Old Town Town Hall. One can hardly miss a moment without waiting for the beginning of each hour, when the twelve apostles appear on the clock and a melodic composition plays in time with the movement of the hands and the striking of the clock. And you can hardly refuse a visit to the Town Hall tower, from where you will have a breathtaking view Prague.

Old Town Square- history in each object
You should definitely walk along the streets located in close proximity from the square. Each of them deserves special attention and admiration: the magnificent Paris Street, the beautiful Tyn Street, the noisy and cheerful Melantrichovaya, along which you can walk to Wenceslas Square. Celetna Street will lead to the Powder Tower, where it starts Old city. And literally a stone's throw from the tower, the Public House is a bright representative of the Art Nouveau style.

The Charles Bridge
Be in Prague and not taking a walk along the Charles Bridge is unforgivable. Usually this attraction is visited by tourists first, regardless ofnumber of arrivals to Prague. Even if the city is visited for the second or third time, it is impossible to deprive yourself of the pleasure of walking again and again along the wonderful stone bridge, where every cobblestone, every statue, every roughness on the centuries-old stones preserves the history of Great Prague. Charles Bridge is charming at any time of the day; during the day, it offers a breathtaking view of the seething Vltava River with river boats and swimming swans, and in the evening, due to the perfectly organized lighting, the volume and seemingly animated sculptures will take your breath away.

Prague Castle
This is a whole complex consisting of several castles and churches with a centuries-old history. Due to the high concentration of attractions on one square kilometer, a tour of Prague Castle takes at least four hours! Don’t rush to enter the Castle - turn left and take a walk to the platform, from where a wonderful panorama of Prague will open from its incredible beauty houses, river, bridges.

Mala Strana
After walking around Prague Castle, you can go to get acquainted with the Lesser Side, which includes the palace gardens, Nerudova Street, leading tourists to the very center of the Lesser Side - Lesser Town Square. It is from here that you can leisurely walk in a couple of minutes to the Church of the Virgin Victorious.

Prague Loreta
This attraction is located right at the foot of Hradcanska Square, from where you can walk along Loreto street to the famous Prague and throughout Europe of the Strahov Monastery, where the famous library storing many manuscripts and books is located. By the way, the walls in the reading rooms are covered unique frescoes. The library is ancient; many publications were published back in the 16th century and have survived to this day. Today, the repositories contain more than 2.5 thousand manuscripts, one and a half thousand reprinted books, and in total more than 130 thousand books.
Another library with city status, open to everyone, is located at the exit from the Staromestska metro station. In the lobby of the library there is a unique sculpture, an art object called “The Well,” made from more than eight thousand books stacked in a circle. Local residents say that when the construction of this structure was announced, people from all over the city began to come and bring books. There is a mirror installed inside the “well”, so it seems that it has no bottom. It looks very impressive and contrasts with the facade of the library, decorated with monumental sculptures. In general, the building looks very beautiful and unique; a mixture of modernism and classicism in the design makes its contribution. By the way, twenty percent of the space in the City Library building is allocated for the residence of the mayor Prague. Therefore, the library has important cultural and political significance.

Museums of Prague

Usually per visit Prague several days are allocated as part of the excursion tourist route, so time to visit museums and exhibition galleriesThere’s not much left at all, but if you still have a couple of hours to spare, then you can safely go to:

National Museum
Exhibits telling about the history of Slovakia, Moravia and of course Bohemia. The halls feature expositions of anthropology, paleontology, zoology, and an exhibition of minerals and stones.
Where is: right outside the Muzeum metro station.
Working hours: depends on the time of year, then if we take the average figure, then from 10 am to 17 pm. The museum is open seven days a week, that is, the so-called Sunday - the first Tuesday of the month.

Lapidarium
Only here you can get acquainted with stone sculptures that have survived to this day from the 11th-12th centuries. The exhibits are truly priceless and collected from various areas Prague, including from Charles Bridge.
Where is: metro station Vltavska or Nadrazi Holesovice (Prague 7). You can take tram numbers 5, 12 and 17 to Vystaviste station.
How does it work: from Tuesday to Sunday, Tuesday to Friday from 12 to 18 hours, Saturday to Sunday: from 10 to 18 hours.

Dvorak Museum
If you want to learn more about the life and work of composer Antonin Dvorak, then it is better to do this by visiting the musician’s museum.
Where is: I. P. Pavlova metro station.
How does it work: from 10 to 17 hours every day except Monday.

If you want to explore non-tourist Prague, then you should definitely:
- take a funicular ride up the majestic and colorful Petřín Hill. It is from here that you can truly enjoy all the beauty of the city from a bird's eye view. There is also a unique Rose Garden on the hill, which is worth a stroll.
- go to the Prague Zoo, which is one of the three best zoos in Europe.
- will go to Vysehrad, where you can walk around the city cemetery, where world-famous people are buried. By the way, from Vysehrad the tourist will have a stunning view of the Vltava and Prague.
- explore the Vinohrady district, where each building is a unique object built in the Art Nouveau and Renaissance styles.

Shopping centers in Prague

IN Prague There are a lot of shopping centers, hypermarkets, small but well-stocked shops, and branded clothing boutiques. The cheapest store where you can buy everything for your home and family, including food, is Tesco.
If you want to stroll through spacious shopping centers and buy branded clothing, jewelry, and interior items in one place, then you should definitely visit the shopping centers: Novy Smichov, Palac Flora. In the very heart of the historical center there is a huge shopping center.
Most shops start operating at 8 or 9 am. Some grocery stores open as early as seven in the morning. The completion of the work depends on the profile of the retail facility. Boutiques are open until six or seven in the evening. Shopping centers and hypermarkets until 8-9 pm without weekends and holidays, while small stores specializing in the sale of clothing, shoes, haberdashery, souvenirs and other piece goods have reduced opening hours on Saturday by an hour, and are generally closed on Sunday.
Shops located in the historical part Prague and which can be done without moving to public transport visit:
Debenhams Shopping Center
Located near Wenceslas Square (Mustek metro station). Open: Mon-Fri from 10.00 to 20.00, Sat - from 9.00 to 17.00, Sun - from 10.00 to 20.00.
Shopping center "Kotva"
Located right next to Republic Square. Open seven days a week, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
There is no point in listing boutiques, souvenir shops, and trading stalls selling costume jewelry and jewelry made of precious metals - they are located at every step in the historical part of the city.

What to bring from Prague

Czech garnet jewelry

In general, pomegranate is a symbol of the Czech Republic, the hardest gem. Mining is carried out in several regions of the country, but most often processing is carried out at the Turnov factory. Products from this manufacturer are branded with the letter “G” (G1 and G2). To distinguish a real Czech garnet from a fake one, you should know several features:
- real Czech garnet has a rich blood-red color.
- on average, the size of the stone does not exceed five millimeters, with a maximum of seven. Anything more is highly likely to be fake. It is clear that garnets can be larger than seven millimeters, but jewelry with such stones will cost a huge amount of money.
- in jewelry stores, when purchasing garnet jewelry, they can easily issue a certificate of authenticity - an obligatory component of the purchase.
- a garnet mined and processed in the Czech Republic has 56 facets, but the fake has only 12 facets. Of course, it won’t be possible to count the edges, but it’s hardly possible not to distinguish 56 from 12.
- you should buy pomegranate products exclusively at specialized retail outlets. IN Prague There are two such stores: one is located on Panska 1 street, the second is Dlouha 28. These stores belong to the Turnov enterprise network and sell only real products.

Czech crystal
See shops selling Czech crystal in Prague- easy, especially in the evening, when the shimmer of light, shine and splendor of a shopping facility are visible several tens of meters away. Crystal products look very beautiful, taking into account the fact that sellers take a responsible approach to the design of display windows and lighting in the sales area, when the shine and shimmer of crystal pendants makes your head spin. Prices are quite high for the average tourist, but lower than in Moscow for similar products.
In general, the Czech Republic is famous for its products made of crystal, porcelain and ceramics, most of which are handmade.

Costume jewelry and jewelry
The Czech jewelry brand is JABLONEX. It is difficult to convey in a nutshell the charm and sophistication of jewelry made from rhinestones, beads, and imitation pearls. If desired, the same rhinestones or beads can be purchased by weight.

Easter eggs
They are actively sold on the eve of Easter, but even outside this holiday you can find souvenir shops where hand-painted Easter eggs will be sold. An original and unusual gift for yourself and loved ones - a great reminder of Prague.