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Prague Travel Resources

Essential Apps for Prague

Navigation & Transport

  • Google Maps

    Navigation, public transport routes, offline maps.

  • IDOS

    Comprehensive Czech public transport journey planner.

  • PID Lítačka

    Official app for purchasing and validating Prague mass transit passes.

  • Bolt / Uber

    Ride-sharing apps for convenient taxi services.

  • Revolut / XE

    Currency conversion apps to help manage your budget.

Communication & Information

  • Google Translate

    Language translation with offline Czech language pack.

  • Mapy.cz

    Czech map app with excellent detail, hiking trails.

  • Prague.eu

    Official tourist website for extensive information.

  • CzechTourism.com

    Official Czech Republic tourism website for broader exploration.

  • Dpp.cz

    Prague Public Transit Company for transport info.

Planning Websites

Prague.eu

Official tourist website for attractions, events, and helpful details.

CzechTourism.com

Official Czech Republic tourism website for day trips and national exploration.

DPP & Prague Castle

Prague Public Transit Company and official Prague Castle information.

Print Resources & Books

Guidebooks

  • Lp Prague & the Czech Republic
  • Rough Guide to Prague & the Czech Republic
  • A Well-known american travel writer and tv host Prague & the Czech Republic
  • Free city maps at tourist info centers

Books

  • "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" by Milan Kundera
  • "The Citadel" by Franz Kafka
  • "Prague: A Cultural History" by Richard Burton
  • "Prague in Black and Gold" by Peter Demetz

Local Publications & Media

The Prague Post

  • Online English-language newspaper
  • Stay informed on local events
  • Insights for visitors
  • Good for current affairs

Social Media

  • Official Prague Tourism accounts
  • Travel content creators & local influencers
  • Up-to-date event information
  • Visual inspiration for your trip

Podcasts & Digital Content

  • Engaging way to learn
  • Diverse topics available
  • Listen before or during trip
  • Discover hidden gems

Emergency & Medical Information

Critical Contacts & Services

Emergency Numbers

  • 112: General Emergency (EU-wide)
  • 155: Ambulance
  • 158: Police
  • 150: Fire Department

Hospitals & Embassy

  • Fakultní nemocnice Královské Vinohrady
  • Nemocnice Na Homolce
  • Canadian Healthcare (private clinic)
  • Your Country's Embassy/Consulate

Documents & Disasters

  • Travel Insurance Emergency Hotline
  • Police Report for lost documents
  • Contact embassy for new passport
  • Natural disaster protocols (local news)

Cultural Deep Dive

Documentaries & Films

  • "The Cremator" (Spalovač mrtvol)
  • "Anthropoid" (WWII historical drama)
  • Search for Prague history documentaries

Music & Art

  • Antonín Dvořák and Bedřich Smetana
  • Smetana's "Má Vlast" (Vltava River)
  • Art Nouveau by Alphonse Mucha

Connect & Learn

Online Communities

  • TripAdvisor Prague Forum
  • Reddit r/prague community
  • Expat Groups on Facebook (e.g., Expats in Prague)

Language Learning Resources

  • Duolingo for basic Czech phrases
  • Memrise for vocabulary and common expressions
  • Pimsleur for structured audio lessons

Pre-trip Preparation Checklist

Essential Digital Prep

  1. Download offline maps for Google Maps
  2. Install IDOS and PID Lítačka apps
  3. Download Czech language pack for Google Translate
  4. Save embassy/consulate contacts
  5. Note travel insurance hotline

Practical Pre-Departure Tasks

  1. Inform bank/credit card companies
  2. Print/save digital document copies
  3. Pack according to weather forecast
  4. Exchange small amount of CZK
  5. Arrange home security/pet care

Traveler Insights

Smart Planning

Optimize your trip by understanding common pitfalls and leveraging local knowledge.

Cultural Immersion

Embrace local customs and attempt basic Czech phrases to enrich interactions.

Efficient Exploration

Group attractions geographically and utilize mass transit to save time.

Offline Access

Before your trip, download offline maps and language packs for your essential apps. This ensures you have access to navigation and translation even without an internet connection.

Further Reading & Exploration

Cultural Content

Documentaries & Films

  • The Cremator

    A Czech New Wave film offering a dark, satirical look at 20th-century Czechoslovakia.

  • Anthropoid

    A historical drama depicting the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich in Prague during WWII.

  • Search for Documentaries

    Discover documentaries about Prague's history, Art Nouveau, or specific historical periods.

Music & Art

  • Classical Music

    Listen to works by Antonín Dvořák and Bedřich Smetana (especially "Má Vlast").

  • "Má Vlast"

    Smetana's masterpiece which famously features the Vltava River.

  • Alphonse Mucha

    Explore the A Style of art and architecture art of Alphonse Mucha, displayed in the Mucha Museum.

Online Communities & Language

TripAdvisor Forum

A helpful source for asking detailed questions and reading activities from other travelers.

Reddit r/prague

An active community for locals and visitors to share tips and information.

Language Learning

Apps like Duolingo, Memrise, and Pimsleur offer structured lessons for learning basic Czech phrases.

Travel Apps & Resources

Navigation & Transport

  • Google Maps for directions and public transport
  • IDOS for comprehensive public transport planning
  • PID Lítačka for digital tickets for public transportation
  • Bolt/Uber for convenient ride-sharing services

Financial & Language

  • Revolut/XE for real-time currency conversion
  • Google Translate with offline Czech language pack
  • NordVPN for secure public Wi-Fi access
  • Mapy.cz for detailed local maps and hiking trails

Packing & Travel Insurance

Smart Packing

  • Eagle Creek for durable packing organizers
  • Utilize packing cubes for efficient luggage management
  • Pack versatile clothing fitting for several weather
  • Comfy shoes for walking exploring the city

Travel Insurance

  • World Nomads for comprehensive coverage
  • Cover medical emergencies and trip cancellations
  • Protection against unforeseen events and delays
  • Keep emergency hotline number easily accessible

Smart Traveler Tip

Always possess digital copies of important documents on your phone and a cloud service, accessible even without internet. A secure VPN like NordVPN is highly recommended for public Wi-Fi.