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Czech Republic

Prague is one of Europe's most beautiful cities, with a fairy-tale castle, Gothic spires and the famous Charles Bridge. Its compact old town is easy to explore on foot. It is a favourite for city breaks and Christmas markets.

Region: Europe

Trip types on sale: City Break.

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Best time to go

April to June and September to October for comfortable sightseeing; late November and December for Christmas markets.

Who it suits

Couples, friends on a city break and history lovers.

Getting there

Flights run from London and several UK regional airports to Prague (PRG), taking about 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours.

Practical

  • Time: 1 hour ahead of the UK all year.
  • Currency: Czech koruna
  • Language: Czech.

Typical daytime highs

  • Spring (March to May). Typical daytime highs around 13 to 19°C in spring (March to May).
  • Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 23 to 25°C in summer (June to August).
  • Autumn (September to November). Typical daytime highs around 13 to 19°C in autumn (September to November).
  • Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 1 to 4°C in winter (December to February).

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

Things to do

  • Walk across Charles Bridge
  • Explore Prague Castle
  • Watch the astronomical clock in the Old Town Square
  • Visit the Jewish Quarter
  • Take a river cruise on the Vltava
  • Browse the Christmas markets in December

Questions

How long is the flight to Prague?

About 1 hour 50 minutes from London.

Does Prague have Christmas markets?

Yes, especially in the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square.

How many days do I need in Prague?

Three or four days covers the main sights.

UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.