Path Well Travelled: A Prague Travel Guide

So you decided to go to Prague for the World Premiere. If this doesn’t prove that 2025 is going to be a great year, I am not sure what will. Our community is small, but passionate and we are all so excited to share this event with you. And if you are going to be a bit lucky, you might meet a Czech guy with a small token of thanks for helping us make the World Premiere unforgettable.

But aside from the World Premiere there is so much more to see. Even if you stay just in Prague, your trip is going to be too short and the city will leave you craving for more. If you are adventurous, our small country offers so much more and you can explore for example mountains, castles or vineyards in Moravia.

I will try to give you at least the main pointers, so you are not overwhelmed, especially if you will be here for the first time. You have probably booked your flight, and maybe you are still looking for accommodation.

So, let’s start your journey:

Accomodation

For the World Premiere you should either stay close to the venue or somewhere in the center so you do not have to worry about how to get to the venue. You will probably use the Metro (underground, subway). So keep that in mind when selecting where you are going to stay.

It’s best to check booking.com for what suits you most. Best deals are if you have a group and you are renting an airbnb style place. If you are alone and you would prefer this option, usually you can reach out to Discord in a suitable Flesh and Blood group.

Hotels offer more services and can make your whole experience smoother, especially if you are looking for more quality establishments.

There are some recommendations, but keep in mind the order is random and these are just a few good hotels you can stay at.

Hotel Duo – our top pick! Close to metro station Střížkov, very affordable price and you can easily go to reserve your room here. Under the link you can find speacial World Premiere Booking rate.
The Julian – walking distance to Anděl metro station, next to Petřínské sady and Střelecký island
Hotel Residence Agnes – walking distance to náměstní republiky metro station, next to area with best bars in town or Prašná brána
Hotel Cube – close to Národní Třída metro station, Slovanský Island and Dancing House

Now we get to the fun part, you finally arrived in Prague and you are looking to get to your accommodation. Do not worry, I got you covered!

Arriving in Prague

By Airplane

By plane you will arrive at Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG). It is quite easy to navigate through the airport.If you follow the path after landing you should be quickly through the airport. There are two following terminals.

Terminal 1: Primarily handles non-Schengen flights (flights to and from countries outside the Schengen Area).
Terminal 2: Handles Schengen flights (flights within the Schengen Area).

Both are connected, and in front of them you can choose one of the options below to get to the city proper. All of them are available throughout the day, so you can pick one which suits best to your needs.

- Bus: The cheapest way and the recommended one is to get on bus 59 to Nádraží Veleslavín and there switch to metro. It is fast and reliable. You need to buy a ticket which can be obtained either at the airport from ticket shop or from the ticket machine outside. Detailed guide for how to buy a ticket from a guys I recommend to check for more videos. Price is under 2 Euro. How To Buy A Ticket For Public Transport in Prague
- Uber: There are cars at the airport ready for passengers thanks to an airport contract made with Uber to replace taxis. If you have more heavy luggage it is recommended for your comfort. For this option you need to download the Uber app. Usually you pay between 20 and 35 Euro.
- Bolt: Similar to Uber, you need to have the app and they will pick you up. It is cheaper than Uber in most cases. You can expect to pay between 15 and 30 Euro.
- Airport Express Bus: You will find the stop for AE in front of Terminal 1 and goes 1 in every 30 minutes. AE goes directly to the city center and connects the airport directly with the metro. Cost is about 4 Euro.

By Bus

Most likely you will arrive at the main bus terminal UAN Florenc. It is in the city center on the Florenc metro station and next to tram stations. And also very close to Černý Rytíř LGS. Distance from the Main train station is short, just one stop by the metro.

By Train

You will likely arrive at the main train station in the center of Prague. From there, the easiest mode of transport is to use the metro, located inside the main train station. Just a short walking distance away are trams and bus stops. It is walking distance from Venceslav square.

By Car

Personally I do not recommend traveling by car, purely because of the parking situation. You will see blue lines marking resident parking and looking for a parking spot will be complicated. Parking spots require a fee. If you decide to travel by car, I recommend that you leave the car somewhere at the periphery like Černý most and go by public transport from there.

You got to your hotel, settled and now you are a bit nervous about how you are going to find the thing you came for. It is rather easy, look!

The Venue

PVA Expo Prague

You can get there from metro station Letňany by walking or take a bus for 1 more station to Výstaviště Letňany. It is a very easy route. Alternatively it is connected to D8 motorway from Teplice, Dresden and Berlin and all day parking here cost 200 CZK or around 8 euro.

Next image shows the approximate 850m you have to do to get into PVA and then you have to locate Hall 1 which is not shown at the image, but you can expect signs to lead you to the correct hall.

Money

All the banknotes currently valid in Czechia. Note that 5000 czk bank not is not as common in circulation as lower nominal value bank notes. There are also 6 types of coins in value of 50, 20, 10, 5, 2, 1 czech crown; equivalent to approximately 2 to 0.04 euro.

Most establishments in Prague will use Czech crown; some places might take Euro, but usually with a preset exchange rate.

In most places, you can pay contactless nowadays and you should be perfectly fine just with your phone or card. But if you want to have cash and did not bring any, you can exchange some in Czechia , but be cautious! A few tips for you:

Do not change money at the airport or take it from the ATM there, the exchange rate is usually not very good. Instead find a brand ATM within the city. Some banks will ask you if you want to lock exchange rate with the withdrawal, but mostly it is better not to lock it.
Do not change money in the city with people on the street. They are likely scammers, either they will give you a bad exchange rate or give you foreign money similar to Czech money with lesser value than actual Czech Crown.

Time to explore the city of hundred spires!

City of Prague

With stunning architecture, rich history and vibrant culture everybody can find something something just for him. Capital of Czechia was founded in 9th century and contributed several times to European history books.

Prague is very walkable city. But be sure you pack shoes you are comfortable in. Some of the paths will be cobblestone. But do not be afraid to explore on foot. Most of the attractions are also close together, especially in the center.

Sightseeing

Prague Castle – Seat of Czech rules for over 1000 years. Largest ancient castle complex in the world. It contains St. Vitus Cathedral showcasing Gothic architecture and offering great views of Prague as well as Golden Lane, Daliborka tower, Old Royal Palace, Basilica of St. George, Prague Castle Picture Gallery or Story of the Prague Castle Exhibition.

Charles Bridge – Connecting Old Town and Lesser Town with 30 baroque status of saints. Very magical place, especially in snowy winter. Built in 1357 and legends says egg yolks were used in the material for extra strength.

Old Town Square – Heart of the city where you can find Astronomical Clock (Orloj), Jan Hus monument, Old Town Hall and Týn church. One of the most beautiful and lively squares in Europe.

Food & Drinks

When you are looking for a typical Czech food, you are looking for a food which in the past was mostly for a more festive occasion. For that reason it is usually hearty meat dish with potatoes or dumplings.

There is a saying which could be translated as “Soup is foundation and second course is cork”. So don’t skip the soup. Especially if you can get Traditional Czech tripe or cabbage soup (Dršťková or Zelňačka) two of my personal favourites. If you are looking for main courses there is plenty of great choices like:

Svíčková – beef sirloin with creamy vegetable sauce with dumpling and usually served with cranberry jam and whipped cream, this dish is traditional wedding main course for many places is Czechia
Vepřo, knedlo, zelo – pork with sauerkraut and bread or potato dumplings
Tatarák – beef tartare is raw minced meat with spices, egg yolk and other ingredients served with toasted bread
Roasted duck with cabbage and dumplings
Guláš – goulash is very rich beef or pork stew with onions and paprika served with bread or dumplings
Segedínský guláš – my favourite, name points to Hungarian city Szeged, but we can call it Czech-style sauerkraut goulash, it is pork goulash with sauerkraut mixed in and served with bread dumplings
Smažák – fried cheese in triple crust, served tartar sauce and fries

For these and others you can check in the center or wider center of the city U FLeků, Café Louvre, Červený Jelen and Lokál Dlouhááá. Each of these places have just a few items from the list, but they make each item with high quality.

Czech is also a very proud beer nation. If you are over 18 years old (legal Czech age for drinking), go and get a beer at Hospoda (pub). Be sure you know what kind of beer you are ordering. Standard is Hladinka (smooth pour) with a layer of foam, but some consider Šnyt (Schnitt) to be the best taste with half beer and half foam or you can go all the way and have Mlíko (Milk) which is glass with mostly foam. So do not be surprised when you see beer with more foam than you expect, it could be on purpose.

As a former bartender, I also strongly suggest going for a good drink after a long day of FaB or exploring the city. There are several bars of renown, some on lists of top bars in the world. Black Angels, Lefleur and Hemingway Bar are definitely ones I can recommend from personal experience. Your first drink at these places should definitely be something signature.

Local Game Stores

For Flesh and Blood, there is currently only one LGS in Prague, but do not worry – it is a awesome one: Najáda.

Najáda is very modern sleek LGS with friendly staff. It is not as large as some of the stores you can find in bigger countries, so the selection is mainly focused on mainstream products. They hold regular Armories on Mondays; registration at 17:30 and start time at 17:45. For other games, you can check the full schedule here.

You can find it very easily from metro station Jiřího z Poděbrad, a 4 minute walk away (300m).

General Tips

Charging & Electrical Sockets

Make sure that your electronic devices can be recarged and used with sockets type C and E (images below). Otherwise, definitely go and buy an adapter. USB charging can be found, but in the wild of the general public, it is not common. At best, you might be lucky if your hotel has a USB plug.

What to Wear

Winters are cold and snowy; you can expect temperatures around -1°C to 4°C (30°F to 40°F) but even colder. Windchill will make it feel colder than it is. Be sure to pack winter clothes and shoes. You should wear several layers to ensure you can add or remove layers based on current weather or your personal preference. Boots with a good grip will make your time outside more enjoyable since it can be quite slippery during the winter. Personally, I will also bring a scarf, warm winter hat and winter gloves.

Language Tips

The official language of Czechia is Czech. In Prague, English is mostly enough, but if you want to, you can learn “Dobrý den” (Good day), “Naschledanou” (Good bye) “prosím” (please) and “děkuji” (Thank you).

Safety Tips

We are generally a safe country with very few dangerous situations. Still, there are some situations to be avoided.

If somebody randomly approaches you on the street with any kind of offer for money exchange, or selling something, you should be very cautious. Oftentimes this is stolen product; or they might be distracting you while attempting to pickpocket you, so be aware of your surroundings.

Speaking of pickpocketing, it mainly occurs in crowded areas. I strongly recommend keeping your valuables close to you. This is especially true if you are alone or during nighttime outside; they will try to distract you and use every opportunity. To prevent pickpocketing, wear your wallet in a jacket’s inner pocket and not in your pants or inside an over-shoulder bag.

Author

Zdeněk Matura

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