How to Plan a Trip to Prague
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Czech Republic needs.
Your 4-step Prague plan
Step 1 — Book flights to PRG
Václav Havel Airport Airport (PRG) is the main gateway to Prague. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to PRGStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Jewish Quarter (Josefov) for the best first-time visit — Six synagogues + Old Jewish Cemetery (12,000 gravestones in 5 layers).
Where to stay in PragueStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Old Town Square + Astronomical Clock, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Prague.
Things to do in PragueStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Airport Express bus (AE) to Hlavní nádraží is CZK 100 and takes 40 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
PRG arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Schengen — visa-free for US, UK, Canada, AU, JP, KR + 60 nationalities (90/180). Single Schengen visa covers all 27 countries.