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Here’s my report about the trip to Prague.
Short and informative)
Absolutely amazing!!!
Just incredible!
Prices for accommodation and food were simply excellent. We stayed in a great hotel on the 7th floor, with a balcony and a beautiful view. Everything was clean, tidy, and precise. I haven’t been in Europe for a long time, and after Asia, everything just seems super! For example, there’s a fan, and there’s toilet paper with a backup, and we even had a kettle))) Overall, everything was great. We booked at an average price for 3 days/2 nights for about $95, breakfast included.
Food.
We didn’t visit many cafes, but wherever we went, the food was just super delicious!
Huge portions, high-quality food, and there are tasty places on the streets as well.
Prices: Pizza 33cm - $5.50, 24cm - $3.50, pasta with shrimp - $6.50, pasta with garlic and cheese - $4.50, beer 0.5L (not draft) - $4.50.
On average, we spent around $17-20 for two, including beer.
And the main local sweet treat, which is sold on every corner – Trdelník! Starting price is $4-$7.
Beer.
In all bars and cafes, almost all beer is local. There are lagers and ales as well.
But we wanted to try local drafts. However, there weren’t many craft bars, only about 3-4 spots.
We went to one craft bar with 20 drafts. We tried a few different varieties. Everything was quite good, on par with what we've had at home)) Everything was excellent.
The city and atmosphere.
We really fell in love with the city! There’s a huge pedestrian area, all paved with cobblestones. Beautiful houses, Gothic-style churches, squares with musicians, live statues, and performing artists)))
There are many tourists, but it doesn’t feel rushed; everything is somewhat calm. The city is very clean, and everything is tidy.
There are practically no cars in the city center. The air is fresh, not polluted like in many other places.
By the way, I noticed that usual workers (janitors, builders, etc.) also seem to be enjoying their work and are respectful, like we tend to see at home. The cleanliness is ideal. Why am I mentioning this?
Because management here seems to be doing a great job. They allocate money, resources, and staff appropriately, all directed towards maintaining the environment instead of being pocketed like it often happens elsewhere, with promises to clear things up and nothing changing for weeks...
Prices in stores.
Prices for products are very reasonable. For instance, a 0.5L beer costs about $2.50. »
Here’s my report about the trip to Prague.
Short and informative)
Absolutely amazing!!!
Just incredible!
Prices for accommodation and food were simply excellent. We stayed in a great hotel on the 7th floor, with a balcony and a beautiful view. Everything was clean, tidy, and precise. I haven’t been in Europe for a long time, and after Asia, everything just seems super! For example, there’s a fan, and there’s toilet paper with a backup, and we even had a kettle))) Overall, everything was great. We booked at an average price for 3 days/2 nights for about $95, breakfast included.
Food.
We didn’t visit many cafes, but wherever we went, the food was just super delicious!
Huge portions, high-quality food, and there are tasty places on the streets as well.
Prices: Pizza 33cm - $5.50, 24cm - $3.50, pasta with shrimp - $6.50, pasta with garlic and cheese - $4.50, beer 0.5L (not draft) - $4.50.
On average, we spent around $17-20 for two, including beer.
And the main local sweet treat, which is sold on every corner – Trdelník! Starting price is $4-$7.
Beer.
In all bars and cafes, almost all beer is local. There are lagers and ales as well.
But we wanted to try local drafts. However, there weren’t many craft bars, only about 3-4 spots.
We went to one craft bar with 20 drafts. We tried a few different varieties. Everything was quite good, on par with what we've had at home)) Everything was excellent.
The city and atmosphere.
We really fell in love with the city! There’s a huge pedestrian area, all paved with cobblestones. Beautiful houses, Gothic-style churches, squares with musicians, live statues, and performing artists)))
There are many tourists, but it doesn’t feel rushed; everything is somewhat calm. The city is very clean, and everything is tidy.
There are practically no cars in the city center. The air is fresh, not polluted like in many other places.
By the way, I noticed that usual workers (janitors, builders, etc.) also seem to be enjoying their work and are respectful, like we tend to see at home. The cleanliness is ideal. Why am I mentioning this?
Because management here seems to be doing a great job. They allocate money, resources, and staff appropriately, all directed towards maintaining the environment instead of being pocketed like it often happens elsewhere, with promises to clear things up and nothing changing for weeks...
Prices in stores.
Prices for products are very reasonable. For instance, a 0.5L beer costs about $2.50. »
Hot dishes in restaurants cost from $6 to $20 per serving, while goulash soup ranges from $2 to $11. For example, a serving of koleno could be anywhere from $12 to $20; however, the portion often weighs around 800 grams. A haircut can cost between $20 and $40, while a pedicure starts from $15.
Are the prices really like at home? You just need to divide them by 3. Coffee is from $2 and up, and tea, by the way, costs about the same, with beer in bars also having similar prices. Dinner for us usually comes out to $20-$25. And don’t forget to add a 10% tip. So, do the math! Well, $200 should be enough... »
I was amazed by the "transparent" tickets. Anyone who’s been to major cities would understand. Foreign indicators are just a single board for the entire branch. To figure out where to rush in the metro, you just need to look for the little person/dot on the map.
The panoramic tram windows and low-sleek salon will charm you in public transport, which operates like clockwork. Convenient schedules for every type of transport at each stop – with the indicated arrival time, time to the next stops.
Transport in Prague seemed to me a bit more expensive compared to other places, the single tickets are around $0.18 each, valid for 30 minutes. Hourly tickets are about $0.26, and a full day pass is about $1.07. A monthly pass is over $30. Tickets cover all types of transport.
The photo spot – between Vyšehrad and I.P. Pavlova, under that is the metro line! A stunning view below. On one side of the bridge, you can stroll, the other is for repairs.
In parks and historical places, there's public Wi-Fi! "I took the Karlova Bridge," you can write and send a photo on social media.
On the banks of the Vltava, you can "socialize" with swans! For lunch and dinner - many restaurants and pubs available.
After being to places where you could pay with a card everywhere, in Prague you'll be surprised by the minimum purchase amount of $1.30 to $2.20 for payment by card or bank commission fees.
I lived in Prague from October to December. The weather wasn’t bad, although someone loves only summer. In Prague, locals and tourists coexist like two parallel worlds. »
Not everyone knows that you can go in and out anytime you wish 🤩. Here are some tips and secrets:
🟡 The Dancing House is an official structure, but on the top floor, there’s a Glass Bar 🍸 where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Charles Bridge and the Prague Castle. You can buy a drink there, and the prices are very reasonable:
💰 Beer - $1.60
💰 Cappuccino - $2.50
💰 Wine - $2.10
💰 Cocktails - $5.30
If you don’t want to buy a drink, you can still pay a small entrance fee of $4 to go up to enjoy the views, which can be much cheaper than a ticket to see another attraction 💰.
🟡 Don’t forget to check out the open-air viewing terrace in the adjacent building 😉.
🟡 Every Friday at the Dancing House, concerts take place - the orchestra plays music from famous films 🎵. These events are held weekly, with tickets priced at $31.
🟡 For art lovers, there's an exhibition by Josef Lada available up until April 1, 2018. On the 4th floor, you can find over 400 works of the Czech artist 🎨, accessible every day from 10:00 to 20:00 for a fee of $8.50.
If you're planning to visit Prague, definitely make time for this unique experience! 🌟 »
Part 1. How to save money?
▪️ To avoid being cheated in exchange offices, withdraw money directly from ATMs or use exchange offices on Politických vězňů 915/14 and compare rates.
▪️ To eat cheaper, turn off the main street and compare prices, the menu is always posted at the entrance.
▪️ To enter Zlatá Ulička for free, visit after 6 PM instead of the usual 10 USD fee.
▪️ To see the view for free, instead of 4 USD to get on the rooftop of the House of the Dancing House, you can grab a glass of wine at the bar on that same rooftop.
▪️ To check out the castle and learn about the sights for free, take an audio guide.
Part 2. How to avoid unnecessary expenses?
▪️ Always greet your entry to a restaurant (otherwise, you risk staying hungry).
▪️ Always leave a tip.
▪️ Never eat the snacks they bring you.
Part 3. How to avoid fines?
▪️ Don’t cross the road on red (pedestrians get fined too).
▪️ Always buy a ticket for public transport and validate it right when you enter.
And in other countries, listen to the girls! 👇🏼
🇫🇷 France
🇪🇸 Spain
🇮🇹 Italy
🇵🇱 Poland
🇸🇪 Sweden
🇨🇦 Canada
Are you looking to save or just taking a broad vacation? »