Prague Hints and Tips
spotted, tested and tasted by a local
Prague insider blog
Besides guiding my small group tours, I also like writing about some less known facts that usually only locals know.
To help travellers avoid local tourist traps and make them feel prepared for their Prague vacation. Everything I write about in this blog are things recommended by me, regular Prague local. So don’t worry, no tourists’ traps, no commissions for recommendations.
Should you have any questions or need help, or if there is a topic you think I should write about, please drop me a line.
4 easy tips how to read the Astronomical clock in Prague
How to read the Astronomical Clock? How does it work and how to understand what it really shows you?
5 hidden gems of Prague Old Town. Discover them with a local!
Let me take you for a short tour of Prague Old Town. We will squat, look up, we will walk through Prague back alleys and discover their secrets that only locals know about.
Easy trip from Prague: Nelahozeves, hidden gem of Czech countryside only 40 minutes from Prague!
Hop on a train and enjoy Nelahozeves Castle, one of the finest Renaissance estates in the Czech Republic. It´s open to public.
What you shouldn’t miss in Prague: 6 unforgettable highlights and hidden gems
What you shouldn’t miss in Prague? These are my recommendations on what to see and experience here during your Prague visit. 6 highlights + hidden gems in their neighborhood. Wish you happy and easy planning!
How to “survive” Prague without being ripped-off or act like a typical tourist? Learn from a local!
How to “survive” Prague without being ripped off right on the first day? I wrote a guide book for you: Prague Survival Guide. Anybody who books a tour with me will get a free copy as a gift!
3 hidden gems of Prague food scene still undiscovered by travel bloggers and masses!
The trouble is, that guide books, travel bloggers, magazines and tour guides constantly send people to the same places. And naturally, such places become super busy and touristy. So I did a little research and found these 3 hidden gems for you. Enjoy!
Fun and cult Prague pastry you have to taste: metro dessert designed for Prague metro opening
Legendary Prague pastry designed for Prague subway opening in 1974, still availale in shops and undiscovered by travel bloggers!!! Prague well kept secret. Metro dessert. What is it? How it tastes and where to get it (and why)?
Where to exchange money in Prague and how much?
Learn where to exchange money in Prague, how much, what can you buy for 100 euro, what is fair exchange rate and what ATMs is better to avoid.
Easy trip from Prague: Olomouc, city of a famous cheese that smells like sweaty feet
My clients often ask me about recommendations for easy trips from Prague. So here we go! My recent experience from city of Olomouc. Full itinerary and tips.
Are the sculptures on Charles Bridge originals?
Almost nobody knows that many of the oldest sculptures on Charles Bridge are replicas. Where are the originals? Do you think they are in a museum? Nope, they are in much more unique space!
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