Czech Republic
Travel guide & places to visit in Europe
- Capital
- Prague
- Currency
- Czech Koruna (CZK)
- Language
- Czech (official), Slovak, English widely spoken in Prague
- Best time
- May, June, September
About Czech Republic
High-income EU economy. Manufacturing (Skoda), brewing, glass, engineering. One of EU's lowest unemployment rates.
Geography
Area: 78,867 sq km
- • Temperate continental: cold wet winters, warm summers
- • Moderate rainfall year-round
Government
Type: parliamentary republic
Capital: Prague
Economy
GDP: $281.8 billion
Per Capita: $26,300
Demographics
Population: 10,706,242
Languages: Czech (official), Slovak, English widely spoken in Prague
Religions: Unaffiliated 44.7%, Catholic 6.9%, Protestant 1.1%, other 47.3% (declared no religion but cultural Christian)
Explore Czech Republic's Regions
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Major Cities in Czech Republic
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Places to Visit
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Konopiste castle
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National Theatre Prague
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Loket castle
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Kromeriz castle
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Pilgrimage Church of Saint John of Nepomuk
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Jested tower
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Travel Essentials
Contact & Emergency
Phone Code: +420
Currency: Czech Koruna (CZK)
fire: 150
police: 158
ambulance: 155
universal: 112
Practical Info
Electricity: 230V / 50Hz / Type C, E
Driving: Right
Water: Safe to drink
Tipping
- • 10% in restaurants
- • Round up for taxis
- • Not expected in pubs when paying at bar
- • Never leave tip on table — hand it when paying
When to Visit Czech Republic
Best Months
May, June, September, October
Peak Season
Jul-Aug (summer), Dec (Christmas markets)
Off Season
Jan-Mar (cold but cheap, few tourists)
- Apr
Easter markets in Prague
- May
Prague Spring music festival
- Sep
Wine harvest festivals (Moravia)
- Dec
Christmas markets (Prague, Cesky Krumlov)
Top Destinations in Czech Republic
- 1Prague (Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Castle)
- 2Cesky Krumlov
- 3Karlovy Vary (spa town)
- 4Kutna Hora (Bone Church)
- 5Brno
- 6Bohemian Switzerland NP
- 7Telc
- 8Olomouc
- 9Moravian wine country
- 10Plzen (Pilsner brewery)
- 11Karlstejn Castle
Cultural Tips
- Czech beer culture is sacred — Pilsner was invented here
- Remove shoes when entering homes
- Czechs are reserved initially but warm up quickly
- Don't confuse Czechia with Chechnya
- Na zdravi (cheers) — always make eye contact when toasting
- Lunch is the main meal — restaurants offer cheap lunch menus (poledni menu)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prague worth the hype?
Absolutely. One of Europe's most beautiful cities. Go beyond Old Town — explore Vinohrady, Zizkov, Letna for local experience. Visit in shoulder season to avoid crowds.
Is Czech Republic cheap?
Best value in Central Europe. Budget: 40-70 EUR/day. Beer: 1-2 EUR (cheapest in Europe!). Prague is priciest but still 40% cheaper than Paris.
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