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Czech Republic Travel Guide

Trek Zone
ahoj
(uh-hoy • Czech)
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35°F
Friday
35°F
Saturday

Tourist season

Are December and January good months to visit Czech Republic?

12

December

Off
season

1

January

Off
season

Visa Limitations

Visa requirements for citizens of United States visiting Czech Republic for tourism.

Visa not required

A visa is not required.

Daily budget (1 person)

How much will you spend on accommodation, local transport, sightseeing, meals?

Backpacker's budget
from 52 to 62 USD

Tourist's budget
from 90 to 120 USD

Did you know?

The surface area of Czech Republic is 30.5 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 119 in terms of the area in the world.

How far is it?

1. The site uses the Great Circle method of calculating distances between two points on the Earth
2. To change the cities for comparison, change Your Country in settings

The distance between Prague (CZ) and Washington D.C. (US) is 4286 miles

To calculate distance between your location and Prague click here

Prague
Prague
Liberec
Plzeň
Ostrava
Brno
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.
Philadelphia
Houston
Chicago
Los Angeles
New York City
4286
mi

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Safety

General travel safety level in Czech Republic on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).

1

Level 1 • Exercise normal safety precautions.

Update: 13 Oct 2024

Upcoming holidays

24 December 2024• Christmas Eve

25 December 2024• Christmas Day

Currency

Czech Koruna (CZK) - rate compared to selected currencies

1 CZK
Rate
Inversion
EUR
0.0399
25.06236
GBP
0.033
30.30427
USD
0.04195
23.83807
Update: 12 Dec 2024

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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions

From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Czech Republic

Map
Distance matrix
MilesPragueBrnoOstravaOlomoucKarlovy VaryLiberecPilsenKutná Hora
Prague-11617313169555239
Brno116-874018112915080
Ostrava17387-49241156219135
Olomouc1314049-19912717492
Karlovy Vary69181241199-10340107
Liberec55129156127103-10257
Pilsen5215021917440102-85
Kutná Hora3980135921075785-

Best Ways to Experience Czech Republic

  • Cuisine
  • Art
  • Animals

Practical Information for Travelers

  • Budget
  • Currency
  • Vaccinations
  • Visa
  • Electricity

Determine the expenses for your travel or vacation budget, as well as the expenditures associated with residing in another country

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Backpacker's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel in a standard close to 1 star (hostels, public transport). When traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher (hotel room) or the same (dormitory accommodation).

from 52 to 62 USD

Tourist's budget

Daily budget for one person, assuming that two people travel (they share the cost of a hotel room, taxis, etc.) to a standard close to 3 stars. Costs for a solo traveler will be higher.

from 90 to 120 USD

You can find out more about travel costs and prices in Czech Republic via the Prices link

Currency

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Czech Koruna (CZK)

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  • EUR
  • GBP
  • USD
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  • EUR
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Exchange rates provided by Open Exchange Rates. Last update: 12 December 2024
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Vaccinations

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All travelers

You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Czech Republic.

Routine vaccines

Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Reduce your exposure to germs

Most travelers

Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Eat and drink safely

Some travelers

Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Avoid sharing body fluids
  • Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment

Rabies

Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.
Prevention
  • Get vaccinated
  • Keep away from animals
This section is for informational purposes and does not exhaust all issues related to vaccination. Based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

With or without a visa?

Visa requirements for citizens of

United States
  • United States
  • More

visiting flagCzech Republic for tourism

Updated on 2 March 2023. Based on Visa requirements for United States citizens
Visa not required

A visa is not required.

  • Allowed stay: 90 days
  • 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area

Electricity

230V (50 Hz)

In Czech Republic the standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E sockets are used.

Click on the socket icon to see more information
socket CType C
socket EType E

Facts and Figures

Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country

Population

86 / 231
Ranking
10 708 981
Czech 64.3%, Moravian 5%, Slovak 1.4%

Area

119 / 230
Ranking
30.5 thous. mi²

Life expectancy

45 / 196
Ranking
79.5
Life expectancy expressed in years.men 76.6women 82.6

Median age

141 / 157
Ranking
43.3
Average age of population expressed in years.men 42women 44.7

Population growth

141 / 172
Ranking
0.04%
The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss.

Literacy

11 / 131
Ranking
99%
Ability to read, write and count.men 99%women 99%

GDP

33 / 194
Ranking
42 049 INT$
GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population.
Source: WDI World Bank & CIA World Factbook Country Comparison

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