Take a trip to the capital city of Czech Republic and do a 4-day budget-friendly trip around Prague. Prague is currently the fifteenth largest city in the European Union; yet despite its size it has remained more tourist-friendly and more affordable as compared to other European Union capitals. There are many places to see and experience in Prague and fortunately almost all of these places can be witnessed at no cost to tourists. Check out our suggested 4-day itinerary that doesn’t only give you tips where to go but also give tips on how to cut down expenses.
Before venturing to the capital of Czech Republic, you may need to apply for a Schengen tourist visa prior to arriving in Prague. While there are several nations exempted from Schengen visa, those that are not exempted must comply with the requirements of the Czech Republic Embassy and apply for a Schengen visa. Here are the requirements:
- Valid passport and copies of the front and back pages
- A couple of passport-sized photos with white background
- Proof of Travel – Tourists may opt to get a Flight Reservation for Visa or Hotel Booking for Visa without having to pay the actual ticket or hotel reservation.
- Travel Insurance – Tourists may acquire a more affordable and reliable travel insurance from Schengen Travel Insurance.
- Personal Covering Letter
- Financial documents, and
- Schengen Visa application form
4-Day Budget-Friendly Trip around Prague:
Believe it or not, you can actually budget your daily trip around Prague for less $100/person. This includes your accommodations, meals, transportations, tours, drinks, souvenir shopping, tips, and emergency funds. You can even lower this daily cost by choosing not to drink too much or choosing cheaper meals, or not spending much on shopping. What is nice about this 4-day budget-friendly trip around Prague itinerary is you still have the upper hand budget-wise.
Day 1: Welcome to Prague!
You are probably entering Prague via the city’s international airport, Vaclac Haval Airport. Once you get past the immigration officer, you may now travel to the city center of Prague.
If you still don’t have Czech’s local currency, Koruna, you may exchange your money in one of the many money changing stalls in the airport. Please note, though, that experienced travellers say that it is better to withdraw money from your ATM which automatically converts your foreign currency to Koruna than exchanging it to a local money changer. Many say that the exchange rate is better when you withdraw straight from your ATM.
If you are wondering how to get to the city center from the airport, then you can either take the airport shuttle service or the city bus. Some of the city buses coming from the airport have stops at a nearby metro station which may connect you to your hotel/hostel.
Finally if you are wondering where to strategically and affordably stay in Prague, then it is best to stay in a high-rated hostel or in a cheap hotel. One of the suggested hostels by many travellers is Leon Hotel. Located about 10 minutes away from the Old Town of Prague, Leon Hotel offers twin, triple, and quadruple rooms with shared bathrooms.
It is closely situated to a subway and tram stations which makes commuting easy. Lastly, for just less than $30/night for a twin share room, you can stretch out your budget for other activities.
Now that you have settled and checked-in, you can now explore the Old Town of Prague under your desired budget. The first landmark that you should see is Prague Castle.
Located just outside the Old Town and across the Moldava River, this castle remains to be the largest ancient castle in the world. At present, it is used as the official residence of the country’s president and the house of the Bohemian Crown Jewels. Should you wish to see the interiors of the castle, you may do so by purchasing a $13 ticket.
After visiting the castle, you may go back to your hotel’s vicinity and hang in a nearby pub. Czech Republic is known for its local beers and you should try a pint or two of their local beer. Spending some downtime in a local pub will give you enough energy to keep up with this 4-day budget-friendly trip around Prague itinerary.
Day 2: Immerse in History:
One cheap way of learning a lot of the Prague’s history is to sign up to a free walking tour around the city. One of the more famous and reputable free walking tour organization is New Europe Tours. Facilitated by an English-speaking guide, this organization’s free walking tour brings guests to the different sections of Prague’s Old Town.
The 3-hour tour’s first stop and meeting place is the Astronomical Clock at the heart of the Old Town. This 600-year old medieval clock attracts thousands of tourists every year. You might be wondering why? Well this clock doesn’t only tell time, it tells a story. The mechanical movement of the clock makes statues around the clock come to life. This happens every hour so make sure you have your cameras ready for this one-of-a-kind show.
Another great stop of this free walking tour is the House of the Black Madonna. This museum features many cubist art pieces of local artist Josef Gocar. Interestingly, the building known as Black Madonna that houses the art pieces is designed by Gocar himself.
The last stop of this free walking tour is the Old Jewish Quarter. History states that many Jewish migrants that settled in Central Europe were ordered to all move and occupy one place in what is now Prague. Located between the river and the Old Town this Jewish settlement was then called “Jewish Ghetto.” Now this centuries-old community is preserved as one of the tourist magnets in Prague.
Day 3: Travel to the Mining City of Czech Republic:
A trip to Prague will not be complete without a side trip to a neighboring city called Kutna Koha. It might be an unknown city to most travellers but Kutna Koha served as the backbone of the country’s economy due its abundance in silver. German miners settled in this city in the 12th century and started mining silver which was used in a variety of products. In the 13th century, Kutna Koha competed neck-and-neck with Prague in terms of economic stability and cultural wealth. Almost the entire mining town was preserved that is why UNESCO declared this part of the city as a heritage site.
Travelling to Kutna Koha may take a little more than an hour via private bus. You can actually go there by train but if you were satisfied by the free walking tour you had then you can book a group tour with the same company for less than $50/person. This fee is inclusive of bus transfers and admission fees to St. Barbara Church and the Ossuary.
The Sedlec Ossuary is usually the first stop to your Kutna Koha daytrip. This one-of-a-kind, somewhat eerie Catholic chapel is made famous by the thousands of skeletons and skulls that are even aesthetically arranged within the chapel. Inside, you will see chandeliers made from real human bones, columns decorated with human skulls, and the nave covered in bones. It may be a bit eccentric but it is a UNESCO Heritage Site that you must see.
Another must-see stop is, of course, the miner’s village. Here you will see how the miners used to live and what activities they do on a day-to-day basis.
Finally, a trip to Kutna Koha will not be complete without stopping at The Italian Court. This Royal Mint Palace housed the king whenever he had to visit the mining village in Kutna Koha. This palace proves how economically strong Kutna Koha was and how important it was to the monarchy.
Day 4: Enjoy some Classical Tunes:
The city of Prague is known for its continuous patronage to classical music. Those with more than enough to spend may purchase tickets to see the Czech Republic’s famous symphony orchestra play classical tunes in the famous Rudolfinum.
Those who have tighter budgets can still enjoy listening to the soothing tunes of classical music without having to break their budgets’ limits. There are several churches and cathedrals around Prague that host classical music concerts for a cheaper price of $30 or even less. Some churches do not even charge at all! You just need to ask around or talk to your hostel’s officer for further information and schedule. Ask about the Church of Mary Magdalene in Mala Strana because it often gives free concerts for both locals and tourists.
A 4-Day Budget-Friendly Trip Around Prague – Plan Now!
Before you purchase your tickets or book your hotel in Prague, make sure that you have the necessary documents for your Schengen visa application. Should you need further assistance to secure a Schengen Visa, you may contact us through WhatsApp (+1 201-554-8735) or leave us a message.
Arrange your trip with us now and spend a 4-day budget-friendly trip around Prague!
