Prague revels in higher tourist numbers and visitor spending, despite challenges
A 25 percent year-on-year increase in visitor numbers has brought in more money for the capital to invest in new projects, although issues remain.
Entrance fees to Prague Castle have nearly doubled
As of March 1, access to the main circuit now runs CZK 450 (up from CZK 250), with the cost of a family ticket up to CZK 950 (from CZK 500).
Lonely Planet: Prague is one of top 10 global cities to visit in 2024
Its rich history, architecture, and affordability make the Czech capital an attractive option – but the travel guide does mention tourist overcrowding.
Prague landmarks drew more visitors this summer than last year
The number of tourists visiting landmarks managed by Prague City Tourism saw an uptick this July and August, with the Petřín Tower drawing the most visits.
Like a tourist: Malá Strana tours highlights Italian architects' influence on Baroque Prague
An English-language tour from Open House Praha turns back the clock to an era of exciting transformations in the Czech capital's history.
Like a tourist: Prague's Plague Doctor tour is a grim good time, even for locals
This immersive and interactive tour looks into how so-called plague doctors treated the sick in early modern Bohemia.
Weekend expedition will reveal Prague's highest point at new, secret location
A three-hour walk that will be filmed for a documentary will culminate in the ceremonial marking of a new spot.
Police shut down snake-handling tourist attraction near Charles Bridge
The crackdown targeted individuals illegally and forcefully charging tourists for animal photo opportunities.
Prague crowned best European destination for bachelor parties
A new study has found Prague to be the most popular European city for so-called stag dos, mainly due to cheap alcohol.
Launch date announced for Prague-Brussels sleeper train
Starting in 2024, this night train will travel through Berlin, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and other cities before reaching the Belgian capital.
Google Maps launches immersive AI models of iconic Prague monuments
Photos and live data are used to show Prague Castle, Old Town Square and other sites as they would look in real time, including the weather.
Tourist interest in historic Prague paternoster leads to temporary shutdown
An elevator that usually never stops is being shut down for repairs due to damage from tourists; when it reopens, new rules will be in place.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Bullying on the rise in Czech schools, DJ Boris Brejcha announces Prague concert, and more buzzworthy headlines for March 14, 2023.
Prague sinks CZK 8.25m into campaign to attract culture tourists, not drinkers
The city wants to appeal to more culturally-minded vistors and fewer tourists looking for budget booze and parties.
Prague Castle likely to remove security checkpoints this spring
According to Czech Interior Minister Vít Rakušan, the main security checkpoint at Prague Castle should become a thing of the past after April.
Prague Castle will open its previously inaccessible spaces to the public
From March, the castle will offer a series of special tours rather than raise the current basic entry for its traditionally visited spaces.
Baby zoo animals and a new home for gorillas: A look back at Prague Zoo in 2022
The arival of pangolins from Taiwan as well as the rebound of visitors after Covid were other important events last year.