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Excursion tour in Prague. Top architecture - monuments, castles, temples and palaces

Prague 1. Those, who expect to devote much time to walks around the city, are recommended to bring comfortable shoes with them. The reason for this is in the fact that the majority of streets are lined with stone blocks, so only comfortable shoes are suitable for long walks.
2. Fans of cultural events are advised to purchase ISIC card. It entitles you to a discount when you visit various museums, theaters and cultural institutions.
3. Drivers should be especially careful in Prague, because there is a strict speed limit throughout the city - 50 km/h.
4. The majority of cafes and small restaurants have special promotional stands installed near their entrances. These stands feature most popular dishes and prices for them.
5. Staroměstské náměstí is the location of best souvenir shops in whole city. Travelers typically purchase crystalware and Czech glass, as well as chocolate as souvenirs from Prague. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Tourists are recommended to give valuables to the reception or close them in a safe installed in the guestroom. Do not take much money and other valuables for you walk in the city.
7. When going to shops, you can notice that the price for the same type of products can differ no more than by 20%. The fact is that prices for the majority of goods are fixed, and this fact really simplifies life of shoppers.
Shopping in Prague - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
Palladium shopping mall is a real historic landmark of the city. The mall offers more than 200 shops that sell clothes of different price categories, including high-class designer boutiques. … Open
8. The majority of exchange offices are concentrated in the city’s center. It may be quite problematic to find a place to exchange money in remote districts of the city. Many restaurants and shopping centers allow paying by credit cards of international standard.
9. Experienced travelers recommend buying your favorite souvenirs immediately. The thing is the range of souvenirs can vary greatly in various shops, so you simply can fail to find the item you’ve liked in other stores.
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What to visit being in Prague - unique sights

Dancing Building

From the series “Top 16 Most Amazing Buildings of the Planet”
Check on the map:   Distance from Prague center - 0.2 km.
The initiator of the construction of the new building on the ruins was the President of the Czech Republic Wazlaw Gawel, whose house was not far away. Its idea was realized only in the 90s of the previous century, and one of the central streets was decorated with the new impressive building. Beside the modern building are the unique historical buildings, which were not destroyed by a miracle during the war. The fine towers with the glazed façade contrast with the majestic 19th century buildings. Many tourists prefer to graze at the booth center from the panoramic windows of the La Perle de Prague restaurant. … Read further

The Historic Centre of Prague

From the series “Top 15 Unesco Sites in Europe”
Check on the map:   Distance from Prague center - 1.5 km.
Incomparable Gothic monuments can be admired during a walk along Mala Strana. There are numerous religious monuments built in the Baroque style. In Prague, various tour itineraries suit all tastes. Tourists will be able to walk through the Royal Road, admire the old buildings in the Old Town Square, stroll in parks along the banks of Vltava, and enjoy views of old pedestrian bridges, which make the city look really special. … Read further

Tips for the cities around Prague

Plzen
2. It is recommended to go through the historical district of the city on foot, because all the important trip sights are located not far away from each other. Also there is two-wheeled transport which is the excellent alternative variant to walking on foot, there are ... Open »
Liberec
2. The city has a well-developed bus service, while trams remain the most comfortable and optimal form of urban transport. By tram, one can get not only to all areas of interest but also to some neighboring towns. 3. Travelers who're planning to rent a car for ... Open »
Karlovy Vary
2. Tourists who expect to use public transport a lot are recommended to purchase the universal ticket pass. It can be valid from three to fifteen days. These passes can be found in all newsstands, hotels, and travel agencies. 3. Travellers, who decide to rent a ... Open »
Dresden
2. Residents of Dresden go to bed very early and wake up early too. Therefore, do not make noise after 21.00 in hotel rooms and apartments. 3. The best time for phone calls is from 7 am to 9 pm. It’s also recommended not to disturb local residents with phone ... Open »
Brno
2. Exchanging currency is recommended in large state-owned banks, such as Komercni banka, Zivnostenska banka and Ceska sporitelna. They offer the most favorable exchange rate. Travelers are recommended to use the services of private offices and exchange offices in ... Open »
Cottbus
2. The city has a well-developed public transport system, which is represented by buses. Any area of interest can be reached by bus here. 3. Traveling around the city by car is not really comfortable. The reason is numerous pedestrian streets, while some old ... Open »
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