Visit Prague - 5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Visiting Prague

[@13StJimmy]

I haven’t even left for my trip to Prague yet and I already want to go back! I’m so excited to go as long as I can get there with airlines being how they are right now

[@acruxasr]

I am Polish and my home is about 15 km from border with Czech Republic. I just want to say that Prague or Praha is one of the most beautiful city I have ever visit. Hope my Czech neighbors are very proud of this lovely capital :)

[@MrDonkrypton]

One of my favourite towns I know! The architecture! The food! The beer! If there's one town in Europe to live in, this is it!

[@erinlindsay4139]

Prague and Genoa are the only really significant places I've been to outside the US and seeing this was so great, it brought me right back there. Such a gorgeous place, especially if you love the kind of dreery/overcast weather like I do. Pilsner is also a plus. Light or dark, doesn't matter they're fantastic!

[@beachbum0014]

I first saw pictures of Prague when I was a teenager and built it up in my mind for years. When I finally got to go last year, I was afraid it was going to be a case of "meeting your hero" where it wouldn't live up to my expectation. Prague more than exceeded my expectations. It is the most gorgeous city I've been to yet, very affordable to visit (I stay in hostels), very walkable, and did I mention how gorgeous it is? Also, don't forget to drink some absinthe at The Hemingway Bar ;).

[@JamesDBlanc]

You are so helpful with your videos. Always short, sweet, and to the point.

[@gyggsi2]

Thank you very much!! This comes in very handy, because I'm visiting Prague in a few days :) Best wishes from Switzerland!

[@woltersworld]

+gyggsi2 awesome! Have a great time!

[@honzavlcek]

gyggsi2 až budeš v Praze, tak napiš ;-)

[@cre8tveldy]

gyggsi2 +ghggsi2 have a wonderful trip! There is no place like Prague in December when it's all decorated for Christmas and the market is in full swing.

[@InAUGral]

Prague is one of the most beautiful cities with historic buildings that I went to in Europe last year. Glad it wasn't destroyed in World war two!

[@dt3284]

I agree with you..my children hubby and I love Chezch Republic so much.we will visit Prague again ..and again and again....

[@alvincay100]

Thanks. Now I have to go to Prague.

[@jztgatjdtkgt]

Mark, you are so right. I don't know if I'll ever fall in love with a city more than I did with Paris, but Prague was an unexpected treasure. We were there around Christmas and every place we went was spectacular.

[@honzagrossmann2977]

Even though I study and live in Prague I still feel like a tourist. I admire the architecture here :)

[@Saffron.Aerowyn_07]

Not for nothing, but your vlog if why Prague is on my bucket list. Thanks a million for introducing me to this lovely, charming city!

[@MrZonYT]

Glad to see you are in my hometown for the Christmas tree gliding & first snow. Also the winter is the best season to enjoy traditional Czech cuisine! Cheers!

[@ravanne3746]

Great tips. I'm finally making it to Prague (and Budapest) this fall, and this just makes me even more excited.

[@chuckwin100]

I agree that Prague is one of the top destinations now in Europe. I was there 2 years ago and found it to be a great city for a tourist. There is so much to see and do I barely scratched the surface. I plane to get back there hopefully soon. don't forget the Petrin tower which offers a great view of Prague.

[@carlodefilippi6914]

Wow: such a nice corner of Prague you found yourself to film! Awesome! The zillionth place I want to see before I die...and I, most likely, won't 🙁... Anyway thanks Mark, great video as always! It's like travelling with fantasy at least...

[@giovadino]

Grazie! I am going there for the new year eve and u just boosted my enthusiasm

[@woltersworld]

+giovadino you will love it. I was there for nrw years a few years ago and it was awesome

[@WachtAmWeb]

I love Prague so much, I've been twice and I'd definitely go again. It's so easy to get to from the UK, only a 2-hour flight, and the prices are so cheap compared to London.

[@Dromfel]

Wow, you really know your stuff. Spot on! :)

[@maha5637]

I really, really adore Prague! It is the most beautiful city I have ever been too even though it's extremely crowded (I was there in July). A big plus is also the cheep beer (we payed about 1,50€ for 0,5l) :D I recommend visiting Prague for everyone who is able to go there! :)

[@faecreature21]

Prague was my favorite. The food was good, the drinks were great, the culture and feel of the city was amazing. There was so much to do and not nearly enough time. I may plan a trip back there and just focus on the Czech Republic. Gorgeous city. (We found a little absinth bar and while the taste of absinth was a bit strong, the bartender was amazing.)

[@bettyjoy6361]

I am from Australia and I've subscribed and watch all your videos! Thank you! I studied in Prague. These tips are great! Probably the same as I would give! I'm traveling back with my 2 year old daughter! You've inspired me to make my own videos! I've only made 2 so far haha more coming! Cheers!

[@woltersworld]

+Betty Joy awesome! I will have to check them out! Thank you for your support!

[@endiearruda]

Thanks again for a great tip, Mark! I have a friend from Prague and he keeps telling me how wonderful the city is. So, after this video, I'll start to really think about getting to know it in my next trip to Europe. :)

[@toroniman]

Love Prague! Been there once 8 years ago. Hope to go again as it was a short trip, but I had loads of fun there! Beautiful place!

[@ivanasavic4998]

Beautiful city, I visited during Christmas, 2 years ago and it was great experience 😊

[@woltersworld]

FIRST!!!!! I WIN!!!! :)

[@CrazyAnj07]

Wolters World Haha too funny Mark! ❤️

[@woltersworld]

I figured since other people do it, I should try it too... and it does oddly make me smile :) all the best to you CrazyAnj07!

[@roucoupse]

Wolters World How lucky you are.

[@Dollt28]

haha lol

[@Kessina1989]

*lol*

[@callewretstrom689]

Love your videos. Love Prague :)

[@mecidlo]

I´m from eastern part of the Czech Republic and people here says they don´t like Prague that much. They like Vienna more. But... I somehow... Well... I fell in love with Prague

[@nouchka1299]

I'm an Erasmus student in Prague since 4 months and i must say i also fell in love with Prague, i'm everyday amazed by the beauty of this city and it is so nice to go out here! And you're right the rest of Czech republic is also georgious, i loved Cesky krumlov, Olomouc and hiking in the mountains :)

[@ernestkovach3305]

Additional info for tourists visiting the most beautiful city in the world : 1. Tipping is finally becoming normalized here in what used to be a no tip nation. 10% for now is considered a fine tip. 2. Do not take a taxi. Take one of the best and cheapest public transportation systems in the world...for just 32 korunas , 1.50 or less USD equivalent, you can use thst one ticket to get to your destination including transferring if necessary! Even more awesome is that the street car trams, deep subway system, and city bus can all be utilized interchangeably with thst same one ticket to get you where you want to go!!!, so long as you do so in 90 minutes. 3. Be careful at many restaurants. If you order water at a Czech restaurant, be careful as it is the custom to charge you even for the tap water even when you specifically asked for mere tap water to avoid paying for the bottled water on the menu. Ask them if you have to pay for water. Tap. If they say yes , either leave on principle or just revert to ordering the bottled water. 4. If you get crappy service , do not tip. 5. Be warned..Some slimy restaurants will try to add more to your bill for the basket of bread you did not eat or ask for when your ordered dinner arrives! More than a few even upscale restaurants in Praha will actually with a straight face try to dishonestly force you to pay their hidden tack on fee even when you remind them you neither atev nor ordered the bread. They will still try to stick you with the extra 37 Korunas slipped into your bill by calling it a condiment fee! Because you used their Salt, pepper, ketchup, butter, or mustard. This is no joke , they are that clever, sleazy, and or greedy in trying to extract more money from your purse or wallet in that way. I refused! They tried to tell me all the above was Czech custom everywhere and even brought the manager over to my table. I protested vigorously that I would not pay for tap water EVER anywhere nor fir the pepper I sprinkled on my food. They finally backed down but some places won't... so just be aware of this hidden extra charge that will be the surprise to your bill ! The hotels major are expensive but Praha has so many, many charming smaller hotels that are everywhere and some even provide breakfast, too, and they are reasonably priced. Note well: Generally speaking , no matter which hotel you stay in, like most of Europe, the bathrooms and showers in your rooms will be super small by American hotel and residence standards. Unlike many Euro nations, the Czech and Slovak speaking people have, relatively speaking, fewer people who speak English! ....and fewer still who can speak it or understand it well!!!!! When asking for directions, or seeking explanations for various food items on a menu, you will eventually find someone who can give you a response in English. When you go to the store or farmers market you will see prices for the fruits and vegetabkes and such. Know that what you see the price tag on is NOT the price you will pay but rather the price per kilogram that they are charging! Bummer. No USA like added sales tax on items or food like in the USA. M Hurray! Praha is NOT really a user friendly bicycle city as far as respected bike lanes are concerned . It is also just hilly enough in many places to deter bicycle riding which are the major reasons so many in Prague do not ride bikes. The other reason for a dearth of bikes here as opposed to say, bike crazy cities such as flat Copenhagen Denmark, is that there are cobblestone and brick streets everywhere as opposed to smooth surfaces. Do not jaywalk in this city. Do be extremely careful when crossing streets because the Czech people drive like maniacs generally speaking and way too fast esp. considering all the narrow winding streets in this ancient city! The bars are basically open all night...unlike the 2 o'clock cut off bar time in the USA. You will thus see groups of people passed out on the sidewalk,or else staggering home or back to their hotel at dawn making too much noise and or barfing , etc., unfortunately. Sadly, many of the splendidly designed churches will try to charge you admission to enter as if they were some architecturally beautiful museum, which many are. I find this both selfish gouging and , yes, immoral. At a few churches I entered, when told I would have to pay a fee, I stood my ground and adamantly refused and told them that this is a church and my purpose in entering was to pray to God. Begrudgingly, the greedy money changers backed off and let me in. The Prague airport, Vaclav Havel, actually has a large supermarket with fruits and vegetables and other reasonably priced healthy food ! Wow! It is located in the basement and opens at 6 o'clock every morning. It beats the overpriced typical airport junk food like Cinnabon , McDonald's, KFC, etc. Be sure to empty your water bottles and other liquids before you go through airport security or wave bye bye to it forever.Remember that your metal can opener needs to be taken out of your bag and placed separetely on the cart going through the screener to avoid delays. Remember to be nice, polite, civil, friendly and you will have a smooth vacation and be treated with respect. Prague is a very walkable city , so very walkable ...but please no high heels or hard shoes because so many of the streets are cobble stone or brick as are the sidewalks! Sneakers and tennis shoes for tourists is the way to go. Enjoy the night life , food, beverages, etc, but please do not get too drunk or high as it will reflect poorly on your manners and the nation you come from. In Praha they actually sell legally...marijuana flavored chocolates, drinks, and food in stores! Some even sell a singke joint. Although you must be 18 to buy cigarettes, the legal age to smoke is 15! The age of consent is the standard and appropriate 16 as is the case in most nations nowadays. The Czech and Slovak people, like most Euro nation's are not as prudish about sex as Americans are or often pretend to be. They are generally friendly and well educated. There are many different types of walking tours ...Take several as they are not only good exercise but educational, informative, entertaining, and sometimes full of humor. Be sure to leave a tip to your tour guide.

[@maareentak]

for me also the most beautiful city in the world, and Prague sausage the best i have ever had. i think i go again soon.

[@amampathak]

thank you love the vid mate!

[@emmypowell6036]

I'm there right now! I recommend the Potrefna Husa restaurant chain. Good food (Czech & International) at a reasonable price.

[@aelynn93]

and Nefiltrovaný Staropramen!

[@lykandra1]

My motherland , the most wonderful country in whole Europe , i love my people much ...

[@RandomTheories]

next one would be: go to "Jiřího z Poděbrad" metro station. There is really nice church and good food markets on the weekends. When you are there go a few blocks to TV tower (which is 2nd ugliest structure in Europe :) ) - you can oversee the Prague from there (about 95m above ground and at 60m restaurant)

[@vesleengen]

Was in Prague this summer and it was great! But stay away from the tourist places around the square. Its just a 10-15 min walk from the old town square to find much better and cheaper places to eat and drink.

[@Neumini.s]

just like everywhere else in the world :)

[@njood9335]

Thank u guys for making this video! and I was wondering if there is a website where I can find information about theaters and shows? cause I don't want to miss anything exciting. Thanks again.

[@candygirl2509]

I am studying abroad it Prague next semester and I am SOOOOO excited! Is it difficult to difficult to get around since I don't speak a lot of Czech?

[@martinsnobr3575]

Jackie Stevens No! It's OK. Prague is full of english speaking people, public transportation is ok, you can download tons of apps. Or just use uber to get around.

[@roucoupse]

I am not a big fan of Prague by itself but I always enjoy a walk in Petrin hill because during the hot season no one goes there (little wooden church, etc.).

[@kalebarancelovic]

I feel that Prague is very underated among travellers, but it's in my top 3 cities with London and Lisbon

[@PenelopeDavilla]

I went to Prague on Sylvester two years ago. It was a bad mistake. The city was full and very noisy. Unfortunately the days are very short in this season. We couldn't see a lot of this architecture. Maybe I will go there on warmer days :)

[@uktruthaddict]

When you suggest using any public transport I feel that it would be useful to quickly mention where tickets can be bought and whether they need validating, either before or after boarding. These are things that do vary from place to place any could be very useful to know when planning a trip.

[@NHL07DS]

Hey Mark, did you visit much of Kizkov? That's where I stayed last year while doing my TEFL. A pretty amazing area of Prague.

[@VetericusNoire]

Staropramen from Prague is my favorite beer in the World

[@czechdeph]

Hi Wolter, Are you still in Prague? Can we have a beer tomorrow? Don't have much time, but would be pleased if we meet. Regards from Prague. Filip

[@tobiasmiddelhoff4723]

In my opinion it is not only one of the most beautiful, but also one of the most reasonably-priced cities in the world. What do you think?

[@woltersworld]

+Tobias Middelhoff i agree

[@tobiasmiddelhoff4723]

Wolters World When we went there, we pay around 50 Euro cents for half a liter of Czech beer at Náměstí Republiky.

[@cre8tveldy]

+Tobias Middelhoff I agree.

[@RandomTheories]

tbh..beer is usually cheaper than water in almost every restaurant. We really like our national treasure - beer :)

[@phillyfan424]

My Fiancé and I are trying to decide where to go for our honeymoon. We were thinking about Britain, Norway, or Switzerland. What do you think?

[@marlo8283]

I will be in Prague next summer. Do you find it challenging with the language barrier? Do a lot of people speak English or German?

[@van03de]

marlo I went to Prague twice, in 2005 and 2006. At hotels, restaurants and shops most people speak English. I saw a few German menus too.

[@martinsnobr3575]

marlo no language barrier at all, about 10% percent are foreigners, and 50% czech people speak english (young people and adults mostly)

[@johnp.7252]

Prague + Brugge = The most beautiful towns in the world.

[@madarauchiha1636]

looks amazing , about how much did you pay for hotel mark 😃? if you don't mind answering

[@MissCofia33]

Would you say that Prague is safe to travel to as a solo traveler? I travel by myself a lot and would love to visit!

[@woltersworld]

+MissCofia33 i think you should be fine. Watch out for drunk tourists though

[@FilipKohout]

yes. It's very safe :) I'm from Prague.

[@aelynn93]

it's OK. we do not have refugees.

[@SmartK8]

It's very safe. Consider this (murders per 100k per year - 2015): CZ - 0.75, UK - 0.92, US - 4.88. Rape (2009): CZ - 4.6, UK - 17.0, US - 29.0. The only problem is pick-pocketing (don't fell asleep drunk) and taxi driver overpricing (use Uber or similar service). Beware of gypsies (not racism, just reality unfortunately).

[@N041M-]

Yes but you need to be awere

[@shinnam]

Can you do a video on how to be a more eco friendly traveler?

[@WolfgangLutz]

Original Budweiser is from czech ☺️

[@OnTheGoWithCarson]

I want to get to Prague so badly! I'm hoping to sometime soon. When is the best time to go? Btw, loved your disclaimer: Mark will not pickpocket you. LOL

[@martinsnobr3575]

OnTheGoWithCarson The main tourist seasons are in summer and winter. It's nice here all the time, both hot and cold Prague have it's own magic.

[@szymonzielinski7160]

I think September is the best. Watch out for Charles bridge on thieves. If you are planning a longer trip, see Adrspach, Kutna Hora and Hluboka castle.

[@3DGEM3]

what's closed in the winter?

[@unknown-lr4tx]

So that's how you afford to travel so much. You pickpocket. So makes sense now 😂

[@Pining_for_the_fjords]

You should do Poland.

[@zacharms4935]

No one going to mention the girl in the background dancing at 3:17? lol

[@kluntrum]

Don't fall of a window in Prague!😉

[@Jan-vv1zk]

peter patzig we have a great experience with that

[@szymonzielinski7160]

1419 1483 1618 1948 You have experience.

[@InAUGral]

Prague wasn't that quiet when I went :/

[@NeilMcAdam9]

My biggest tip for Prague is DO YOUR RESEARCH! Look up the best places to eat/drink and you will find some really cheap and good quality bars and restaurants. Please please avoid the two Irish sports bars on the square, they are a huge rip off. The castle grounds are amazing and a great free things to do and for a great view of the city, don't bother with the tower that you have to pay for, head to the gardens/park just across the river near Sparta Praha's football stadium, you get an amazing view for free. Don't drink in the streets, as a Brit I often forget that it is illegal in some places. My and my girlfriend were sat on one of the Islands in the river drinking a bottle of beer each in the sun and a police officer with a huge dog and assault rifle made is shut them and move on.

[@Slashplite]

In my opinion Eastern Europe is very underrated. I'd rather go to Prague, Budapest, Cracow or Riga than Paris or Barcelona.

[@martinsnobr3575]

Slashplite Hey! Prague and Czech republic is not eastern Europe, we are pretty mad when you say this, because we are central Europe - with Germany, Austria, Poland and Slovakia. 🇨🇿✌️

[@Slashplite]

Martin2035 I'm from Poland, many Polish don't like it either. But personally I really don't care about it haha it's just a name.

[@Dollt28]

yeah, until second half of the 20th century, lands of the Czech crown were central europe at the very least since they were part of Habsburg empire and even before that, Bohemian Kingdom was part of Holy Roman Empire, Prague being residence of many Emperors

[@Dollt28]

Prague is more to west then Vienna though

[@MarvinCZ]

boeiggocreeper It's Slavic, but not traditionally part of the east. Pretty much the only strong connection to the east was after WWII as part of the Soviet zone of influence, as decided by the Allies. Otherwise the Czech lands traditionally had strong ties to the German states and also Austria, Poland and Hungary.

[@sarahsimone8825]

Have you visited every single country in Europe? If you haven't, which one(s) haven't you been to?

[@hittingtax2670]

I have a sixth tip: Czech out the entire city.

[@smokeypuppy417]

Almost anyone in Europe speaks English who is under 30. I did run into a lot of germans who didnt but that was in more rural areas and not tourist sites. Italy, I noticed many people didnt speak English but I wasn't that common.

[@martina588]

And keep away from all the bachelor partys from the UK.

[@vandaneves2381]

Desculpa Marck, mas tenho que te dizer que Praga foi muito destruída durante a guerra.

[@woltersworld]

Sim, Mas nao Como polonia ou alemanha. Por is isso ha bastante predios antigos originais

[@ruxiist]

Thinking of visiting in winter and was just wondering how are race relations there. Is it a melting pot or more homogenous? Appreciate any replies :)

[@Trandul]

Czech republic is mostly homogenous, but there are a lot of tourists in Prague and people got used to different races and cultures. I would be surprised if you encounter any problems(we have a proud tradition of talking shit behind peoples back, but as long you look at us you're fine :D ).

[@ruxiist]

Marek Macháček I know this may be hard to generalise but is it common place to stare at non whites and give them "evils". Don't mean to offend by the way, just want to be sure before I make any potential arrangements

[@Trandul]

There is growing xenophobia, but it's mostly directed at refugees. In the tourist center noone will blink an eye. If you go out to the "normal" parts of the city, you may get a few looks, but the majority won't care. Prague is the most liberal part of Czech republic. Just don't look poor and say you're a muslim. :D

[@kalinmir]

tourist traps and taxi at the airport: BEWARE!

[@HoosierRooster]

Prague....hot women who will take care of bussiness...oh yeah....