A typical first trip here runs about $600 to $825 per person for 7 days at a mid-range style, before flights. Get your own number from the Budget Calculator.
- Svíčková, marinated beef sirloin with cream sauce and bread dumplings
- Czech beer is world-famous, Pilsner Urquell originated here (Pilsen)
- Trdelník (chimney cake), popular street food, especially in Prague
- Goulash, roast pork with dumplings, and sauerkraut are staples
- Prague Spring Music Festival (May), classical music in stunning venues
- Christmas markets in Prague's Old Town Square are magical (December)
- Burning of the Witches (April 30), spring festival with bonfires
- Masopust (pre-Lenten carnival), traditional Czech carnival celebration
Czech is the official language. English is widely spoken in Prague; less so in smaller towns.
Czechs can seem reserved at first but warm up quickly. "Dobrý den" (good day) as a greeting is appreciated.
- Czechs value personal space and can seem formal initially
- Remove shoes when entering someone's home
- Tipping: 10% in restaurants is standard
- Prague is crowded in summer, visit neighborhoods beyond Old Town
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