How to go sightseeing in Prague on a limited budget
If you'd like to visit Prague but have a limited budget, these tips from Euromaxx reporter Aisha Sharipzhan will come in handy, from the insider cafe across the Charles Bridge to Prague Castle.
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00:00 I'm in Prague, where the beer is known to be cheaper than water.
00:03 And I'm on a mission today to see how much I can really do here
00:06 with 1200 Czech crowns, which is about 50 euros.
00:09 Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, known for its fairytale views,
00:14 charming cobblestone streets, beer, and hearty cuisine.
00:22 It also happens to be my hometown, and for tourists, it's a popular affordable destination.
00:27 We might have a bit of rain here and there today, but let's go spend some money.
00:30 Our first must-have is a public transportation ticket.
00:34 Even though Prague is easily walkable,
00:36 there might be moments you just want to hop on a tram or the metro.
00:39 You can find ticket machines at some stations,
00:42 but there is also an app that I find more convenient.
00:45 This is the Lytáčka app.
00:48 I would grab a 24-hour ticket, which covers buses, metros, trams, and regional trains,
00:54 all for 120 crowns, which is about 5 euros.
00:56 And I think that's a really good deal.
00:58 But for now, I'm going for a stroll.
01:04 Being in Prague is like walking through an open-air museum.
01:08 There are so many beautiful sights to take in for free,
01:11 like the iconic Old Town Square and its surrounding streets and alleyways.
01:14 And the famous Charles Bridge that crosses over the Vltava River.
01:21 The city's entire historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
01:26 I'm in need of a little coffee break, so I'm checking out this cafe here.
01:29 The average price of coffee can range from 30 to 90 Czech crowns.
01:33 I spent 85 crowns, about 3.50 euros, on my flat white.
01:37 This is one of my favorite moments, walking out in front of the cathedral.
01:51 I'm going to take a closer look by paying 250 crowns, or 10 euros,
01:55 for access to the basic circuit, which includes
01:59 the Old Royal Palace, whose halls are used for inaugurations
02:02 and is home to a replica of the Bohemian crown jewels.
02:05 St. George's Basilica, with its austere and Romanesque interior.
02:10 St. Vitus Cathedral, which I already admired from the outside.
02:16 Its construction took nearly 600 years to finish.
02:19 And it has breathtakingly colorful stained-glass windows.
02:22 And the Golden Lane, a medieval street of small homes
02:29 built for the guards of the castle in the 16th century.
02:32 One of which has an exhibit full of knight's armor and weaponry.
02:38 Later, the Bohemian novelist Franz Kafka lived here in house number 22.
02:46 One really cool thing about the 24-hour ticket is,
02:48 you can ride a funicular with it.
02:50 I love these things.
02:51 It was always something a little new and different to ride when I was younger.
02:53 The Pechin Funicular Railway has been around since 1891.
02:59 So cool.
03:02 This brings us up to Pechin Hill,
03:07 where you'll find something that resembles a famous Parisian landmark.
03:10 The Pechin Funicular Railway is a new line of railways
03:14 that are built to represent the famous Parisian landmark.
03:16 Apparently, the peak of this thing is at the same altitude as the Eiffel Tower.
03:21 So we call it our Prague Eiffel Tower.
03:23 After all that sightseeing, I'm starving.
03:28 My tip is to hit up a cozy pub or a laid-back gastropub for Czech food
03:32 to avoid being super overcharged.
03:34 I'm so excited.
03:35 My favorite Czech comfort food fits into my budget.
03:38 I'm going to get myself a smĂÄŤková for 10 euros
03:40 and a small beer for 2 euros.
03:43 Yum.
03:43 Your smĂÄŤková.
03:46 It smells so good.
03:48 SmĂÄŤková, bread dumplings with beef sirloin
03:52 swimming in a root vegetable sauce
03:54 topped off with cranberry preserve.
03:56 Oh my god.
03:58 I've been dreaming about this all day.
04:02 Now that I've refueled, I'm ready to keep exploring.
04:06 Next, I'm checking out the Jewish Quarter or Jozefov,
04:09 which was once a Jewish ghetto during the 12th century.
04:12 Here, you will find the Prague Jewish Museum
04:14 and the Old New Synagogue,
04:15 among many other sites with a rich history.
04:17 I got myself an original plain trdelnĂk for 80 crowns
04:23 or around 3 euros 30.
04:25 It's a kind of spitcake made from a light dough
04:27 coated in sugar that's loved throughout Prague.
04:29 All right, let's try it out.
04:37 Oh my god, that's so good.
04:39 Soft on the inside, crispy on the outside
04:41 and still warm.
04:42 Delicious.
04:43 With the Vltava River flowing through the city,
04:45 of course boat paddling is a delightful way
04:47 to experience the city's unique charm.
04:49 You can rent these cute paddle boats for 300 crowns
04:53 or 12 euros 30 per hour.
04:55 As you paddle along the water,
05:00 you'll be treated to some breathtaking views.
05:05 I'm ending my day at Letna Park.
05:07 This park and beer garden hold a special place in my heart
05:10 because I used to hang out here back in the day with friends.
05:12 Got myself a half liter beer for about 67 crowns,
05:15 which is about 2.70 euros.
05:16 And we were well within our budget today,
05:18 so cheers to that.
05:20 Na zdravĂ.
05:21 Cheers.
05:22 Cheers.
05:24 Cheers.
05:25 We were well within our budget today, so cheers to that.
05:27 Nazaravid!