The Czech Republic captivates visitors with its fairytale castles, medieval towns, and rich cultural heritage. From Prague's stunning architecture to the spa towns of Karlovy Vary and the natural beauty of Bohemian Switzerland, this Central European gem offers diverse experiences for every traveler.
Local currency: Czech Koruna (CZK) — approximately 24 CZK = $1 USD.
Daily budget by traveller style
Typical per-person daily spend in Czech Republic.
Cost breakdown
Typical price ranges across major spending categories.
Accommodation
- Hostel
- $18-30 (dorm bed)
- Budget
- $45-70 (budget hotel/guesthouse)
- Midrange
- $90-150 (3-star hotel)
- Luxury
- $250-600+ (5-star)
Food
- Street
- $2-4 (trdelník, klobása)
- Local
- $8-12 (pub lunch or denní menu)
- Midrange
- $20-35 (sit-down dinner)
- Fine
- $60-150+ (fine dining)
Transport
- Bus
- $1.50 (single metro/tram/bus ticket)
- Taxi
- $8-12 (average city Bolt/Uber ride)
- Airport
- $15-30 (Bolt/Uber to airport)
- Daytrip
- $10-20 (train to Kutná Hora or Karlštejn)
Activities
- Museum
- $8-15 (National Museum, Jewish Museum)
- Sites
- $12-18 (Prague Castle)
- Tour
- $35-55 (guided half-day tour)
- Excursion
- $45-80 (full-day day trip)
Trip budgets by length
What a typical trip to Czech Republic costs end-to-end.
Budget traveller
$350-490/week
Midrange traveller
$840-1260/week
Luxury traveller
$2100-4200+/week
Money-saving tips
Practical ways to stretch your budget further.
Buy a Prague City Pass for multiple museum entries at a discount — available as 2, 3, or 4-day passes from visitprague.eu
Use the 24-hour public transport pass ($6) or 3-day pass ($14) if using metro and trams frequently
Eat lunch as your main meal — Czech pubs and bistros offer denní menu (daily lunch specials) for $8-12 including soup and main course
Book accommodation in Žižkov or Vinohrady instead of Old Town — 30-40% cheaper for equivalent quality
Free walking tours operate daily from Old Town Square — tip-based and excellent quality (New Europe, Sandemans)
Supermarkets (Albert, Billa, Lidl) sell excellent Czech cheeses, charcuterie, and bread for picnic lunches at a fraction of restaurant prices
Drink beer at locals' pubs in residential neighbourhoods (Žižkov, Holešovice) — $2 per half-litre vs $4-6 in tourist areas
Free things to do
Memorable experiences that cost nothing.
Stroll Charles Bridge
Walk across Prague's iconic 14th-century Gothic bridge lined with 30 Baroque statues — spectacular at sunrise when no crowds are present
Wander Old Town Square
Explore the heart of medieval Prague with the Astronomical Clock, Týn Church façade, and historic market square — free to explore at any hour
Vyšehrad Fortress and Cemetery
Ancient hilltop fortress with the national pantheon cemetery where Dvořák and Smetana are buried, plus spectacular Vltava River views
Prague Castle Grounds
The castle courtyards, gardens, and the basilica exterior are free to explore — only the interiors of individual buildings require paid entry
Petřín Hill and Gardens
Walk or take the funicular up Petřín Hill for panoramic Prague views through beautiful gardens — the outdoor areas are free year-round
Náplavka Riverbank Walk
Walk along the Vltava embankment from Palacký Square to Jiráskovo náměstí, passing weekend markets, houseboat bars, and river views
Josefov Jewish Quarter Streets
Walk the historic Jewish Quarter's streets and see the exterior of the Old-New Synagogue (Europe's oldest active synagogue) — free to walk through
Stromovka Park
Prague's largest park and former royal hunting ground, perfect for cycling, picnics, and relaxed walking among old-growth trees
Žižkov Alternative Architecture Walk
Explore Žižkov's eclectic streets featuring the Žižkov TV Tower (with crawling babies), 1920s tenement buildings, and alternative street art
National Gallery courtyard, Veletržní palác
The exterior and ground floor atrium of the National Gallery's Trade Fair Palace are free — one of the finest Functionalist buildings in Europe