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Welcome to the czech Republic
Location and Geography ................................................................6
History ...............................................................................................6
Politics ...............................................................................................7
Czech Holiday Calendar ..................................................................7
Czech Population Statistics............................................................8
cultuRe
Etiquette: Dos and Don’ts .............................................................10
Czech Customs/Traditions ...........................................................10
Czech Folklore................................................................................11
The Nature/Cottage Culture .........................................................11
Czech Humor ..................................................................................11
Czech Film ......................................................................................12
Czech Literature .............................................................................12
Czech Music ...................................................................................12
Czech Art ........................................................................................12
Jewish Prague ................................................................................12
Recommended Reading ................................................................14
ViSit pRAGue
Prague Royal Route .......................................................................18
Prague Tower Tour ........................................................................18
Prague Green Spaces ...................................................................18
Prague Secret Gardens/Parks .....................................................18
Prague by Tram .............................................................................19
15 Lesser-known Prague Attractions .........................................19
Dark Tourism in Prague ................................................................19
Hotels ..............................................................................................19
Apartments/Residences .............................................................. 20
Pensions/Hostels .......................................................................... 20
CZ Road Signs ...............................................................................21
WhAt’S on
Going Out ....................................................................................... 30
Classical Music/Opera ................................................................. 30
Ballet/Dance .................................................................................. 30
Theater ........................................................................................... 30
Movies ............................................................................................ 30
Art-house Cinema ......................................................................... 30
Live Music ..................................................................................... 30
Stadium Shows ..............................................................................31
Jazz ..................................................................................................31
Museums ........................................................................................31
Gay Prague .....................................................................................31
Open-air Performance ...................................................................31
Readings/Book Clubs .................................................................. 32
Bars ................................................................................................ 32
Clubs ............................................................................................... 32
Safety ............................................................................................ 32
Annual Festivals ........................................................................... 32
Food & dRink
Traditional Czech Food ................................................................ 44
Czech Restaurants ....................................................................... 44
Czech Beer / Pubs ........................................................................ 44
Czech Cafe Culture ....................................................................... 44
Czech Wine .................................................................................... 44
Grocery Stores .............................................................................. 44
Nutrition Labels ............................................................................. 45
Specialty Food Shops .................................................................. 46
Czech Delis .................................................................................... 46
Farmers’ Markets ......................................................................... 46
Czech Please Food Blog .............................................................. 46
Best Restaurants with a View .................................................... 46
Best For Cheap Eats .................................................................... 46
Best For Burgers ........................................................................... 46
Best Czech Restaurants ...............................................................47
FoR heR
Gynecology .................................................................................... 60
Contraception ................................................................................ 60
Pregnancy/Childbirth ................................................................... 60
Maternity/Parental Leave ............................................................ 60
Fitness ............................................................................................ 60
Beauty Products + Helpful Vocab .............................................. 60
Skincare ..........................................................................................61
Spas .................................................................................................61
Nails .................................................................................................61
Hair + Helpful Vocab .....................................................................61
High-street Shopping + Helpful Vocab .......................................61
Fashion Boutiques ........................................................................61
Secondhand/Vintage ....................................................................61
Luxury Fashion + Helpful Vocab ................................................ 62
Office Life ....................................................................................... 62
Dating ............................................................................................. 62
Women’s Groups .......................................................................... 63
FoR him
Men’s Health ................................................................................. 70
Sexual Health ................................................................................ 70
Contraception ................................................................................ 70
Sports ............................................................................................. 70
Golf .................................................................................................. 70
Grooming ....................................................................................... 70
Barbers ........................................................................................... 70
Suits .................................................................................................71
Shopping/Fashion .........................................................................71
Denim ..............................................................................................71
Outdoor Apparel ...........................................................................71
Designer Sunglasses .....................................................................71
Office Life ..................................................................................... 72
Dating ............................................................................................. 72
Men’s Clubs ................................................................................... 72
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Nationalized Healthcare ............................................................... 80
Doctor Visits .................................................................................. 80
Pediatricians .................................................................................. 80
Dental Care .................................................................................... 80
Private Clinics ................................................................................ 80
Mental Health ............................................................................... 80
Emergencies ...................................................................................81
Public Health Insurance ................................................................81
Private Insurance .......................................................................... 82
Fitness Centers ............................................................................ 82
Swimming/Beaches ..................................................................... 82
Hiking Trails ................................................................................. 82
Jogging ........................................................................................... 84
Religious Services ........................................................................ 84
Recycling Centers ........................................................................ 84
24-hour Pharmacies ..................................................................... 86
Helpful Vocab ................................................................................ 86
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educAtion
Daycare/Nurseries ........................................................................ 98
Playgroups/Babysitting ............................................................... 98
Preschools ..................................................................................... 98
Elementary School ....................................................................... 98
Secondary School ........................................................................ 99
International Schools ................................................................. 100
School Open Days ...................................................................... 100
Universities .................................................................................. 100
Degrees for Expats ..................................................................... 102
MBA Degrees .............................................................................. 102
TEFL Certification ....................................................................... 104
Art/Photography Classes .......................................................... 104
Film/Acting Schools ................................................................... 104
Cooking Classes ......................................................................... 104
Kiddie Classes ............................................................................. 104
Dance Classes ............................................................................. 104
Writing Classes ........................................................................... 106
Yoga/Massage Teacher Training ............................................. 106
Kids’ Stuff in Prague: Indoors ................................................... 106
Kids’ Stuff in Prague: Outdoors ................................................ 106
15 Educational Trips .................................................................. 108
Summer Classes/Camps for Kids ............................................ 108
lAnGuAGe
Classes/Textbooks ......................................................................124
Pronunciation ..............................................................................124
Gender ...........................................................................................124
Greetings .......................................................................................124
Good-byes .....................................................................................124
Expressing Surprise ................................................................... 125
Czech Idioms ............................................................................... 125
Helpful Vocab .............................................................................. 125
Emergency Words and Phrases ............................................... 126
Czech Menu Decoder ................................................................. 126
RelocAtion
Prague Districts........................................................................... 132
The Czech School System ........................................................ 132
Mobile Phones ............................................................................. 132
Internet Service........................................................................... 133
Banks............................................................................................ 133
The Czech Post Office + Helpful Vocab .................................. 133
Marriage ....................................................................................... 133
Pets ............................................................................................... 134
Residence Permits/Visas .......................................................... 135
Residence Permits/EU Citizens ................................................ 135
Residence Permits/Non-EU Citizens ........................................ 135
The Schengen Zone ................................................................... 136
Cost of Living .............................................................................. 137
JobS
Work Permits ............................................................................... 150
Employment Contracts ............................................................. 151
Employment Laws .......................................................................151
Social Security ............................................................................ 152
Job-Hunting Tips ......................................................................... 152
CV vs. Résumé ............................................................................ 154
Recruitment Agencies ................................................................ 154
Expats and Work Practices ....................................................... 154
Co-Working .................................................................................. 156
CV Doctor..................................................................................... 156
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Trade Licenses ............................................................................ 164
Formation of Sole Proprietorship ............................................. 164
Taxes and Regulation ................................................................. 164
Social Security Administration ................................................. 164
Health Insurance Company ....................................................... 166
S.R.O.s .......................................................................................... 166
Directors ....................................................................................... 166
Forming or Acquiring an S.R.O. ................................................ 166
Taxes and Regulation ................................................................. 168
Employees ................................................................................... 168
Income Taxes .............................................................................. 168
Start-Up Capital ........................................................................... 170
Business Support Services ....................................................... 170
Translators ................................................................................... 172
Prague Chambers ....................................................................... 172
ReAleStAte
Flat-Finding Tips.......................................................................... 182
Renter’s Insurance ..................................................................... 182
Home Repairs/Tradesmen ........................................................ 182
Mortgages .................................................................................... 182
Real Estate Agencies ................................................................. 184
Tenant’s Rights ........................................................................... 184
Helpful Phrases ........................................................................... 185
Flat-size Tip Sheet ...................................................................... 185
emeRGency inFo
Legal Issues ................................................................................ 194
Czech Drug Laws ........................................................................ 194
Czech Hospitals .......................................................................... 194
Emergency Numbers and Contacts ......................................... 194
First Aid and Hospitals .............................................................. 195
Hospitals ...................................................................................... 195
Poison Control ............................................................................. 195
24 Hour Pharmacies .................................................................. 195
Dental Emergencies ................................................................... 195
Repair Services ........................................................................... 195
Helpful Vocabulary ..................................................................... 195
METRO MAP ................................................................................ 196
INDEX ........................................................................................... 197
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What is it that draws expatriates to Prague?
The first wave came in the early ’90s, right after
the Cold War when the city was a Mecca for
romantics in search of old-world glamour on a
shoestring budget. The primary currency of the
Bohemian lifestyle was beer, and day jobs at
language schools merely kept self-proclaimed
writers, painters, and poets in café money.
(The era was lampooned in Gary Shteyngart’s
novel The Russian Debutante’s Handbook.)
The expat community of the post-Iron Curtain
period produced more than just bar tabs—a
2011 exhibition at Dox Centre for Contemporary
Arts showcasing publications in Prague after
1989, featured several edgy English-language
magazines. The exhibit also showcased how
the Czech Republic’s expatriate community has
evolved.
While still a stomping ground for romantics and intellectuals, Prague
continues its ascent as European capital par excellence. Having
weathered the financial crisis, it remains attractive to foreign investors,
with commercial real estate and retail spaces springing up faster than
you can say “Starbucks”, and it continues to draw the interest of major
international corporations whose relocated employees are settling
their families here and bolstering the need for top-notch international
schools. Plentiful job opportunities still exist in the classroom but
positions in technology-based sectors are opening every day. The
demand for employees who speak a myriad of languages, not simply
Czech or English, is yet another indication of the country’s widening
global stance. Luxury fashion stores and Michelin-starred restaurants
have given Prague the same kind of gloss one might expect to find in
London or Madrid.
Though the rapid development and progress of the Czech Republic
remains undeniable, political and economic analysts point to the
still-lingering challenges faced by the nation: growing debt, reforming
the pension and healthcare systems, and addressing some serious
environmental issues, political scandal and corruption, and growing
apathy among the people for their politicians. The marginalization of
its ethnic minorities is an issue that divides the nation and frequently
calls into question its progressive attitude, while the wildly clashing
ideologies of the older and younger generations has begun to create a
new form of dissent. And it has been said that the city of Prague fails
when it comes to the successful integration of its foreigners.
For many of us, though, Prague still has appeal. We are corporate
honchos, English teachers, third-culture citizens of the world, and others
who take part in this life for any number of reasons—the most essential
being the goose bumps you get as you walk along ancient streets and
the thrill that comes from conquering the language and winning over a
notoriously reserved people. It might not be home exactly, but there’s
really no place like Prague.
locAtion & GeoGRAphy
Though commonly considered an Eastern European country, the Czech
Republic is actually located in Central Europe. This is the preferred
and—check your maps—more accurate geographical description. In
fact, the Czech Republic is the westernmost of the Slavic nations, and
Prague is actually farther west than Vienna, the archetypal Central
European city. Approximately 10 million inhabit this space of about
78,866 sq km (roughly the size of South Carolina). The Czech Republic
is divided into Bohemia (Čechy) and Moravia (Morava). Bohemia in
the west consists of rolling plains, hills, and plateaus surrounded by
low mountains; Moravia in the east consists of very hilly country. The
capital of Bohemia, and the largest city in the Czech Republic, with
1.3 million inhabitants, is Prague (Praha); the capital of Moravia is
Brno. The Czech Republic borders Germany (810 km), Poland (762
km), Austria (466 km), and Slovakia (265 km). The highest point of
elevation is the peak of Mt. Sněžka (1,602 m above sea level) and the
lowest point of elevation is near Hřensko, where the River Labe leaves
Czech territory (117 m above sea level). Despite the country’s many
rivers and lakes, you’ll have to travel quite far to get to a major body
of water. The Czech Republic is a landlocked country 326 km from
the Baltic and 322 km from the Adriatic Sea. It is for this reason that
many local families hit the beaches in Croatia for their yearly dose of
summer sun.
hiStoRy
The beginnings of Czech history are a little foggy. Evidence exists of
Neanderthals and even prehistoric fish, followed by rambunctious
and highly nomadic Celtic and then Germanic tribes occupying
the area. These tribes would eventually beat a retreat out of Central
Europe; nipping at their heels were Slavic people from the Black Sea
and Carpathian regions. They settled in southern Bohemia and parts
of modern-day Austria. The activities of these groups are the stuff of
legends. It is known that the Great Moravian Empire was the first real
state on Czech soil—exactly where it was located is anyone’s guess.
Experts place the origins of this principality around the 8th century. That
is where the story deviates from history, taking on fairy-tale qualities.
According to legend, Libuše, daughter of mythical Czech ruler Krok,
was chosen for succession to the throne. Not known for their forwardthinking
ways, the people begged her to choose a man to rule instead.
She chose Přemysl the Ploughman; they married, had a son, and the
Přemyslid Dynasty commenced its rule from a castle in Libušen—these
days called Vyšehrad. The Czech state gained strength and a newfound
sovereignty during their reign, and Queen Libuše prophesied the
foundation of a golden city: Prague.
The Luxembourg Dynasty succeeded the Přemyslid Dynasty in the 14th
century and its King Charles IV facilitated the Golden Age of Bohemia,
and transformed the city of Prague into an imperial capital. Under his
patronage, construction began on Charles Bridge, Charles University,
and Prague Castle. He was a Holy Roman Emperor until his death in
1355 and is generally considered to be the father of the country.
The tides took a nasty turn at this point. An ongoing war between
protestant Hussites inspired by the teachings of reformist Jan Hus and
the Catholic crusaders led to political and economic strife and, above all,
endless bloodshed. The holy war ended in the 15th century and the country
returned to a state of relative calm during the reign of George of Poděbrady.
The 16th century would bring the rule of Rudolf II; an intellectual and art
lover who granted the Protestants further religious liberty with his Letter
of Majesty. Still unsatisfied, the religious group heaved two imperial
governors out of a high window in Prague Castle. Surprisingly the
men survived unharmed. This act signified the beginning of the Thirty
Years’ War that would rage throughout Europe—it would be many, many
years before the Czech lands were self-governed again. The Austrians
captured the Bohemian throne in the 17th century, suppressing Czech
culture and language for the next 400 years.
The 19th century brought a turnabout referred to as the National Revival.
Fed up with the Germanization of their country, the Czechs considered
it high time to get back to not only their own language and culture, but
their own government. Emancipation from Austria came in the guise of
the Versailles Treaty in 1918. The First Republic was led by President
Tomáš Masaryk. The Czech economy was booming; art, literature, and
music were flourishing, and Czechoslovakia was one of the wealthiest
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nations in the world. But such bliss, though long-earned, was shortlived.
In 1938, the Nazis set up camp in Bohemia and Moravia and the
subsequent effect on the country was tragic. Approximately 125,000
citizens, including 83,000 Jews, were killed, and hundreds of thousands
of others were sent to prisons and concentration camps or forced into
hard labor. The Czechoslovak Republic was restored after World War
II made its exit from history. Yet shortly after coming to power, the
country’s communist party fell under Soviet influence. In 1968 a period
of political liberalization known as the Prague Spring attempted to give
the communist system a human face, but failed miserably when Warsaw
Pact forces invaded Czechoslovakia. The new government was more
hard-line than ever, and the Czech people remained locked behind the
Iron Curtain throughout the 1970s and the 1980s.
Inspired by uprisings throughout Eastern Europe, the Czechoslovak
people took part in a peaceful revolt known as the Velvet Revolution
(1989), which led to the overthrow of the communist government.
Dissident playwright Václav Havel (1936–2011) was elected
president of Czechoslovakia in 1989; in 1993 the country split from
Slovakia. On January 1, 1993 the country held its first nationwide
elections in more than 40 years. It joined NATO in 1999 and became
a member of the EU on May 1, 2004.
politicS
After ages of political turmoil, the Czech government slowly continues
to evolve. The current political status is, according to the constitution, a
multi-party, parliamentary democracy. There are three branches to the
Czech state(similar to the US system), exist: Executive, including the
cabinet and president; Legislative, representing parliament and comprised
of the Chamber of Deputies (Poslanecká sněmovna) and the Senate
(Senát); and Judicial, the highest court in the land.
Up until recently, the president (Václav Klaus since 2003) was elected
by parliament every five years. In 2013, however, Czech citizens will
elect their next president for the first time in history. At press time,
campaigning was underway. The president can nominate judges, dismiss
parliament in certain situations, and veto laws.
The president also appoints the Prime Minister (Petr Nečas, appointed in
June 2010), as well as other cabinet members at the PM’s suggestion.
Only those political parties that have gained at least 5% of votes through
elections are represented in the Chamber of Deputies, while Senate
mandates are attained by majority vote. In March of 2009, the Czech
government collapsed under a vote of no confidence. After the May 2010
elections, the current parliamentary parties are:
Civic Democratic Party (ODS)
Občanská demokratická strana
Party Chairman: Petr Nečas (Prime Minister)
Seats in Parliament: 53
Political Orientation: Center-right
Czech Social Democratic Party (ČSSD)
Česká strana sociálně demokratická
Party Chairman: Bohuslav Sobotka
Seats in Parliament: 56
Political Orientation: Center-left
TOP 09
Tradice Odpovědnost Prosperita 09
Party Chairman: Karel Schwarzenberg
Seats in Parliament: 41
Political Orientation: Right
Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia (KSČM)
Komunistická strana Čech a Moravy
Party Chairman: Vojtěch Filip
Seats in Parliament: 26
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Political Orientation: Left
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Věci veřejné
Party Chairman: Radek John
Seats in Parliament: 24
Political Orientation: Centrist
The Czech Republic is a member of NATO, the EU, the International
Monetary Fund (IMF), Interpol, the Organization for Cooperation
and Security in Europe (OSCE), the Organization for Economic
Cooperation and Development (OECD), and the United Nations.
czech holidAy cAlendAR
The following is a list of the national holidays observed in the Czech
Republic. Most offices, businesses and local shops close and public
transport follows a Sunday schedule.
January 1: New Year’s Day/Czech Independence Day
(Nový rok/Den obnovy samostatného českého státu)
Not just the first day of the year, but also a celebration of the
restoration of the Czech Republic, which officially split with Slovakia
on January 1st, 1993. As the Czech saying goes: Jak na Nový rok,
tak po celý rok, or “As on New Year’s Day, so will be the new year”.
Don’t eat chicken for New Year’s dinner, lest your luck for the coming
year fly away.
March/April: Easter/Easter Monday
(Velikonoce/Velikonoční pondělí)
This is the only movable holiday in the Czech calendar. Women are
swatted with whips made from willow sticks on Easter Monday. Men
are given painted eggs or shots of slivovice (plum brandy) upon
whipping the women.
May 1: Labor Day
(Svátek práce)
Considered International Workers’ Day, or May Day in many
countries, this holiday is celebrated for different reasons throughout
the world. Kiss your beloved beneath one of the blossoming trees
dotting the slopes of Petřín Hill.
May 8: Liberation Day
(Den osvobození)
Marks Czech liberation from Germany at the end of the Second World
War. Germany signed the terms of surrender on May 8, 1945, and
the German army in Prague surrendered on the morning of May 9.
July 5: St. Cyril and St. Methodius Day
(Den slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a Metoděje)
Commemorates the religious teachers St. Cyril and St. Methodius,
who translated Christian literature into the Slavic language in the
ninth century.
July 6: Jan Hus Day
(Den upálení mistra Jana Husa)
Commemorates religious reformer Jan Hus, who was burned at the
stake on July 6, 1415. July 5–6 is typically spent relaxing at the
summer cottage.
September 28: St. Wenceslas Day/Czech Statehood Day
(Den české státnosti)
Commemorates St. Wenceslas, the patron saint of the Czech people
and the Czech Republic, who was killed in September of 929 or 935.
Czech statehood is also celebrated on this date.
October 28: Independent Czechoslovak State Day
(Den vzniku samostatného československého státu)
Date of the foundation of Czechoslovakia, which declared
independence from the Hapsburg Empire at the end of World War I.
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November 17: Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
(Den boje za svobodu a demokracii)
Commemorates the beginning of the Velvet Revolution in 1989.
Student demonstrations on November 17 (International Students’
Day) marked the beginning of the end for the communist regime in
Czechoslovakia.
December 24: Christmas Eve
(Štědrý den)
The main Christmas celebration in the Czech Republic—gifts are
exchanged and a traditional Christmas dinner served, complete
with carp soup, fried carp, potato salad, etc.
December 25: Christmas Day
(1. svátek vánoční)
More Christmas gatherings with extended family, but the main
celebration in the Czech Republic takes place on Christmas Eve.
December 26: Second Day of Christmas
(2. svátek vánoční)
The Czech Republic officially recognizes the date as the “Second
Day of Christmas”, or St. Stephen’s Day, as it is celebrated in
many other countries.
The following are culturally important days in the Czech Republic
but are not public holidays:
January 27: Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust
(Den památky obětí holokaustu)
Day in honor of those who died in the Holocaust. On January
27, 1945, the concentration camp at Osvětim (Auschwitz) was
liberated.
March 8: International Women’s Day
(Mezinárodní den žen)
International holiday in honor of women, celebrated by many
European nations and recognized by the United Nations.
March 12: Czech Republic Enters NATO
(Vstup České republiky do NATO)
Remembering March 12, 1999, when the Czech Republic joined
NATO.
May 5: May Czech Uprising
(Květnové povstání českého lidu)
Date marking the Czech uprising against German occupation
in early May, 1945. May 5 was the date the uprising spread to
Prague.
June 27: Remembrance of the Victims of the Communist Regime
(Den památky obětí komunistického režimu)
Date remembering those who died under communism. Political
activist Milada Horáková was executed on June 27, 1950, by the
communist regime.
November 11: Veterans’ Day
(Den válečných veteránů)
International holiday remembering those who have served in
the armed forces. The First World War officially ended on the
eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month in 1918.
czech Republic populAtion StAtiSticS
All statistics are courtesy of the CIA World Fact Book, dated July,
2011, unless otherwise indicated.
Population: 10,546,000 (July 2011 est.)
Age structure:
0–14 years: 13.5%
15–64 years: 70.7%
65 years and over: 16.3%
Life expectancy at birth:
total population: 77.19 years
male: 73.93 years
female: 80.66 years (2011 est.)
Population growth rate: -0.106% (2011 est.)
Birth rate: 8.76 births/1,000 population (2011 est.)
Death rate: 10.86 deaths/1,000 population
Net migration rate: 0.97 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2011 est.)
Infant mortality rate: 3.73 deaths/1,000 live births
HIV/AIDS adult prevalence rate: less than 0.1% (2001 est.)
People living with HIV/AIDS: 2,000 (2009 est.)
HIV/AIDS deaths: fewer than 100 (2009 est.)
Ethnic groups (2001 census):
Czech: 90.4%
Moravian: 3.7%
Slovak: 1.9%
other: 4% (2001 census)
Religions (2001 census):
Roman Catholic: 26.8%
Protestant: 2.1%
other: 3.3%
unspecified: 8.8%
unaffiliated: 59%
Literacy: 99% (2003 est.)
Labor force: 5.37 million (2010 est.)
Unemployment rate: 9.3% (2010)
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culture
There’s Czech Culture—and then there’s Czech
culture. Czech Culture likely makes your shortlist
of reasons for relocating to this land of Kafka
and Mozart, where eye-popping architecture and
ancient relics abound. Czech culture on the other
hand, the domain of wanton Easter celebrations
and house-slipper mandates, is another thing
entirely. To help you co-exist with the natives, our
guide highlights the customs that define Czech
life, as well as looking at the arts—an undeniable
part of the national identity.
etiQuette: doS And don’tS
Quiet down, get used to removing your shoes, and say goodbye to
everyone when you leave a restaurant—these are just a few of the
seemingly endless rules of etiquette you’ll want to memorize during your
stay. Learn it, live it!
home Visits
` Remove your shoes any time you enter someone’s house,
unless the host insists otherwise. He or she may offer you some
slippers to wear instead.
` When invited to dine at a Czech household, it’s customary to
bring flowers. Flowers should be given in odd numbers, unless
they are for a funeral: in that case they should be even in
number. Chrysanthemums are reserved for gravestones only.
Red carnations tend to be viewed as a “Communist flower”.
` Always say Dobrou chuť (Bon appétit) before eating. It is
considered impolite to leave any food on your plate, so try to
finish your meal.
dining out
` In the Czech Republic, it is considered good manners for the
man to enter a restaurant or bar before the woman does.
` Tipping is 10%, though by Czech standards this rate is
considered generous. Tipping in bars, restaurants, taxis, and
beauty and massage parlors is customary.
` When leaving a tip, you can give the server the bill’s amount
plus tip and say either to je dobrý or v pořádku (that’s fine).
At the pub
` When waiting for a beer, put a coaster down in front of you so
the server can place your mug there. In some pubs, setting
down the coaster will automatically get you a beer.
` Never mix the dregs of a beer you’re about to finish with the
fresh beer you’ve been brought. This is considered disgusting.
` Toasting is very common. The local ritual is to look into the
other person’s eyes, clink glasses, and say Na zdraví (To your
health!).
` Your order will be marked on a small piece of paper which is left
on the table for the duration of your stay. It’s a good idea not
to lose this as some pubs will charge a flat, usually exorbitant,
fee. All the orders for the table will be written on to the one slip
unless a separate one is requested.
` When it comes to paying, this is usually done at the table. It can
be dohromady (together) or zvlášť (separately). In the second
case, the waiter adds up what you tell him. As for tipping, it’s
usually enough to round up to the nearest five or ten, a bit more
if it’s a large bill.
on public transport
` You will be expected to give up your seat on the tram or metro
to elderly or pregnant women, and to children. For gentlemanly
reasons, older men will not take a woman’s seat, unless they
are very frail.
` On escalators, always stand on the right side to let people pass
on the left.
` Let people out of the tram or metro before you enter.
meeting and Greeting
` When entering a shop of any kind, you should greet the
salesperson by saying, Dobrý den (Good day) if it is before the
late afternoon. After six o’clock in the evening, it is customary
to say Dobrý večer (Good evening) instead. When exiting the
shop, always say Na shledanou (Goodbye). Many people will
do the same when entering and leaving a doctor’s office, train
compartment, or elevator.
` Greet someone you’ve just met with a handshake. On
subsequent meetings, women will often kiss each other on both
cheeks to say hello.
` As a note: foreigners have a tendency to use the informal
greeting (ahoj) too quickly. Stick with dobrý den and dobrý
večer until you are sure you’re on an informal (first-name) basis
with the other person.
unmentionables
` You may be asked to pay to use a public toilet (usually 5–10
CZK), even in some restaurants.
` You are likely to see nudity on beaches or by swimming pools,
and some topless sunbathing in parks. Nude children are
considered perfectly acceptable in pool or beach areas.
misc.
` Watch your volume: people in the Czech Republic tend
to speak quietly in public areas, and can be annoyed by
foreigners who talk loudly in trams or restaurants.
` Though some foreigners describe a lack of warmth or
downright rudeness among locals, it is the custom here to
maintain a certain amount of distance from people you don’t
know very well. Once you’ve spent some time with a person,
they are likely to be much more open and friendly. Just be
nice, and you will be rewarded.
` It seems that if you’re young, you’re given a free-pass, or
pee-pass, though it doesn’t mean that children can relieve
themselves wherever.
czech cuStomS/tRAditionS
Though not official holidays, these events are celebrated annually in
Prague and throughout the Czech lands with much fanfare—and liquid
cheer.
` Name Days (Svátky)
Each day of the year comes with a Czech name (or names)
to be celebrated. It is common practice to give flowers (or
chocolate or wine) on a person’s name day—you’ll notice many
of the flower shops around town often list name days on a
blackboard outside.
` Witch Burning (Čarodějnice)
Once a pagan ritual, this is now a fun-filled family event
occurring on the last night of April that celebrates the transition
from winter to spring. Expect flaming straw effigies, sausage
roasting, music and merriment.
` St. Nicholas Day Eve (Mikuláš)
Taking place on December 5, the eve of St. Nicholas Day, this
holiday for children is celebrated with visits from a costumed
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St. Nicholas, devil, and angel who reward good children with
sweets and bad ones with potatoes!
` Carnival (Masopust)
The February Czech Mardi Gras festival combines Czech traditions
with international carnival celebrations. Masopust (literally “meat
fast”) festivities take place throughout the country, and in Prague
culminate in a Žižkov parade on Fat Tuesday.
` King’s Parade (Královský Průvod)
This two-day parade in early June, rooted in the medieval
traditions of Charles IV, recreates the royal procession from
Prague Castle to Karlštejn Castle with music, activities for
children and a colorful cast of characters dressed in historical
costume.
` St. Martin’s Festival
St. Martin’s festivals are common throughout Europe and center
around feasting on heavy food to keep people in good stead
through the wintry months. A number of restaurants in the
Czech Republic celebrate by serving roast goose with cabbage
and dumplings.
czech FolkloRe
The Czech Republic is steeped in myth and superstition and the older
generation in particular strictly adheres to these old wives’ tales.
` Happiness and Luck
Breaking glass brings good luck. So does throwing a shoe over
your shoulder. Spiders in the house are also lucky. Christmas
superstition says that it’s bad luck to write a love letter on
Christmas Eve. Laundry should not be done on New Year’s Day
if you want to avoid unhappiness.
` Love and Marriage
A uniquely Czech custom is the breaking of a plate by the
bride to bring good luck; the luck being that the new groom
should sweep it up. The newlyweds then keep a piece of the
plate for themselves. Eating soup from one bowl symbolizes a
harmonious marriage. Superstition dictates death for those who
marry in May. Note to single ladies: should someone sweep
beneath your feet, you’ll be alone forever.
` Pregnancy and Childbirth
A pregnant woman shouldn’t walk under a clothesline or the
umbilical cord will become wrapped around the child’s neck.
To induce labor, drink water in which an egg has been boiled.
Another way to speed up labor is to open all the cupboards in
the house. In the first six weeks after birth the mother shouldn’t
change her underwear, visit a cemetery, or go to the cellar,
attic, or pub.
` Edible Wisdom
It is considered beneficial to drink alcohol after a heavy and/
or fatty meal. Alcohol, especially beer and spirits, are believed
to help the body break down these foods. Perhaps the biggest
custom in Czech cuisine is that people should always have a
warm meal once a day. According to folk wisdom, it is healthy.
Folk wisdom also maintains that meat is necessary to a healthy
life.
` Drink to Your Health
Pivo je lék (Beer is medicine): The bitterness of some beers is
believed to prevent the development of gall stones. It is believed
that slivovice, as well as being a digestive aid, fights off colds
and promotes longevity. But the Czech medicinal beverage par
excellence is Becherovka. This bitter herb liqueur is a traditional
digestif.
` Common Cures
One purported cure for the common cold is to eat onion with
sugar. Onion is touted as a cure for snoring. In two liters of
water, boil a chopped onion for fifteen minutes, then add garlic
and marjoram and cook for another five. Strain the mixture and
add a teaspoon of honey and olive oil. Take a small amount
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every hour. Another, less demanding, cure for snoring is warm
Vincentka, a type of mineral water. Another use of onions is for
treating bee stings.
the nAtuRe/cottAGe cultuRe
Czechs love spending their free time in “the nature”, as it’s commonly
referred to in Czechlish. National pastimes include hiking, camping,
and mushroom-picking, and of course warm weather brings a rush of
weekenders to the countryside to tend the gardens of their beloved chata
or chalupa (cottage). Having a weekend cottage seems to be as much
a part of the Czech national identity as good beer and dumplings. Even
wintry outdoor sports like skiing are national leisure-time pursuits. For
those who want to get in on the act, it’s possible to rent a summer cottage.
Whether you choose a chata or chalupa (the larger of the two) always ask
if the place charges za noc (per night), za týden (per week), or za osobu za
noc (per person per night).
When it comes to sleeping arrangements, inquire whether the beds are
defined as lůžko (ordinary bed) or přistýlka (fold-away bed). A number
of agencies can help you find a countryside retreat either in the Czech
Republic or abroad. One good locale for renting a chata is the Beskydy
area. These low hills in the southeast of the country are famous for their
beautiful wilderness. It’s claimed this is the only region in the Czech
Republic where bears have been seen in recent years.
Camping is fun and the Czech Republic is the place to do it. A variety of
camping facilities can be found all over the country, many by rivers or
lakes. Lots have showers and washrooms as well as electrical sockets at
each pitch. Some campsites have chalets or bungalows to rent if you need
a more covered camping experience and if you have your own camper,
there are spots for you too with electricity and water hook-ups. Some
camps open in April, some not until May and most stay open into October.
Nice campgrounds that aren’t far from Prague include Camp Džbán, Sunny
Camp, and Klánovice. The Czech Republic is also a walker’s paradise not
only for its beautiful mountains, rivers, and forests but for the amount of
castles and chateaux connected by trails. There are so many different
landscapes and paths that you can explore a different part of the country
every time you want to go out.
czech humoR
Czechs pride themselves on their comedy. Many of them believe their
humor is unique and that it is a defining element of their character,
especially in the form of one man, Jaroslav Hašek; and at least in
the form of his famous creation, The Good Soldier Švejk, the story
of a simple-minded soldier who blunders his way through the First
World War. Live here long enough and you will hear that old chestnut
that to understand the Czech mentality you have to understand this
seemingly incompetent, somewhat opportunistic soldier and dogfancier.
There is another comic figure who captures the mentality of
the nation and that is Cimrman. Who is he exactly? Cimrman is the
great renaissance man of the nineteenth century; playwright, linguist,
inventor, explorer, pedagogue, counsel to some of the greatest minds
of his age and wholly the invention of Zdeněk Svěrák, actor, playwright
and screenwriter and Jiří Šebánek, screenwriter and author. Cimrman
has been embraced so much by Czech people that lines from the plays
are frequently recited and the plays quickly sell out. He was in the
running to win the greatest Czech award, until the show decided to
disqualify him for not existing. During the introductory seminars before
each of Cimrman’s plays, the various experts played by members of
the Cimrman theater group explain some great theory or discovery by
Cimrman. The Czechs seem to be making fun of themselves. They are
in effect laughing that such things never happened. Which is perhaps
the most distinctively Czech aspect of the humor.
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czech Film
Czech filmmakers have consistently plied their trade from the silent to
the modern era. Czechoslovakia was nominated for the Best Foreign
Film Oscar for four straight years from 1966 to 1969, winning twice.
Directed by Ján Kadár and Elmar Klos, The Shop on Main Street
(Obchod na korze, 1965) is about an old Jewish widow and the “Aryan
controller” given jurisdiction over her button shop during the Nazi
occupation. Closely Observed Trains (Ostře sledované vlaky, 1966),
directed by Jiří Menzel also brought home the Academy Award. Miloš
Forman’s Loves of a Blonde (Lásky jedné plavovlásky, 1965) and
The Fireman’s Ball (Hoří, má panenko, 1967) were both nominated
for Academy Awards. Forman went on to achieve great success in
Hollywood with One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Amadeus (shot in
Prague) and numerous other pictures. Today’s popular directors are
Jan Hřebejk, who gave us Cosy Dens (Pelíšky, 1999), and Divided We
Fall (Musíme si pomáhat, 2000); David Ondříček, director of Loners
(Samotáři, 2000) and Grandhotel (2006); and Jan Svěrák who, with
his father Zdeněk serving as writer and star, brought home the Oscar
with Kolja (1996).
czech liteRAtuRe
Early 19th-century romantic poet Karel Hynek Mácha’s Máj (May)
is considered one of the most important works of Czech literature.
Mácha influenced the next generation of Czech writers, including
realist author Jan Neruda, who wrote Tales of the Little Quarter
(Povídky malostranské) in 1878. The late 19th-century Golden Age of
Czech literature also produced Božena Němcová’s masterpiece The
Grandmother (Babička). Czech arts and letters shined on into the early
20th century: Jaroslav Hašek wrote his war satire The Good Soldier
Švejk (Osudy dobrého vojáka Švejka za světové války) in 1920;
Franz Kafka was the darling of literary Prague. Science fiction writer
Karel Čapek was nominated for a Nobel-prize in 1936. In the decades
following the Warsaw Pact invasion of 1968, conditions again became
harsh for writers. Milan Kundera’s first novel, The Joke (Žert) appeared
in 1967. Ivan Klíma and Josef Škvorecký gained worldly reputations.
The plays and poems of Václav Havel were published via underground,
or samizdat, press. Jáchym Topol wrote brutally honest accounts of
daily life in Czechoslovakia. The fall of communism in 1989 meant
the return of artistic freedoms. Michael Viewegh is a familiar name
in contemporary fiction; Petra Hůlová, one of the Czech Republic’s
youngest writing stars, took the literary scene by storm with her novel,
All This Belongs to Me (Paměť mojí babičce).
czech muSic
What do the American National Football League (NFL), Neil Armstrong,
and Britain’s Hovis Bakery have in common? Nineteenth-century Czech
romantic composer Antonín Dvořák. The NFL uses Symphony Number
9 as a “comeback” theme song in a number of its television specials;
Neil Armstrong walked on the moon to New World Symphony; the British
bread maker Hovis used the same piece for one of its TV ad campaigns.
If these facts still don’t clue you into the Czech Republic’s international
musical importance, maybe Prague’s Mozart connection will: the great
Austrian composer debuted his opera Don Giovanni in Prague in 1787. The
1860s introduced two very powerful musical forces to the world: Bedřich
Smetana (1824–84) and Antonín Dvořák (1841–1904), who would go
down in history as not only unrivaled maestros in their own country, but
as geniuses on an international scale. These composers undoubtedly
contributed to the quality of and popular interest in Czech music. Bohuslav
Martinů (1890–1959) and Alois Hába (1893–1973) would compose
works that examined the plight of modern man. The year 1946 heralded
the first annual Prague Spring Music Festival. Still in existence today, it is
just one of many classical music festivals held in Prague each year.
czech ARt
The story of Czech art begins with the Věstonice Venus, named after
the site in Moravia where archeologists discovered the 30,000-yearold
clay-and-ash sculpture. The next important piece on the timeline
is the Vyšehrad Codex, a late 11th-century illuminated manuscript
housed in the Czech National Library. The Romanesque tradition
that followed appears in church frescoes such as the triptych of
St. George’s Cloister at Prague Castle. Rudolph II’s Mannerist court
painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo (1532–93) composed portraits of the
Emperor from flowers and fruit. Baroque master Petr Brandl (1668–
1735) painted large altar pictures that portrayed biblical scenes.
The construction of the National Theater (1868–83) and the
Rudolfinum (1885) embodied the 19th century renaissance in Czech
culture. This generation gave way to smaller modernist movements.
Art Nouveau is where the name Alfons Mucha (1860–1939)
reverberates loudest. Theaters in Paris commissioned him to design
programs and posters for Parisian actress Sarah Bernhardt. Painters
Emil Filla and Bohumil Kubišta define the cubist era in Czech
painting; František Kupka (1871–1957) pioneered Czech abstract
painting. Photographer Josef Sudek’s (1896–1976) haunting still
lifes made him one of the first photographers to be honored by the
Czech government. Sculptor David Černý (1967) embodies the spirit
of the postmodern.
JeWiSh pRAGue
Jewish people in the Czech lands have touched the national culture
in a way that is unique in Central Europe. The first were merchants
invited by Bohemian kings to bolster trade links. At first Jews lived
on both sides of the river, but by the late 11th century a more tightly
knit Jewish town emerged in Staré Město, probably as a result of
anti-Semitic attacks. In the 13th century, Rome decreed that Jews
and Christians live separately, and the ghetto was walled in.
The Jewish Town Hall, Maisel Synagogue, and High Synagogue were
built during the reign of Rudolf II (1576–1612). At the same time,
Rabbi Löw, chief rabbi of Prague, was studying the mystic teachings
of the Kabbalah and, according to legend, building the Golem. In
1648 the Jewish community won the favor of Ferdinand III when
they repelled the invading Swedish army on Charles Bridge, and he
enlarged the ghetto in gratitude.
A century later Maria-Theresa (1740–80) sent the entire Jewish
population of Prague into exile, but welcomed them back three
years later when her ministers noticed the deficit in the tax system.
Emperor Joseph II’s (1780–90) 1781 Edict of Tolerance gave non-
Catholics the right to education, ended the compulsory dress code,
and opened the ghetto’s gates.
A century later the Jewish community honored Joseph by renaming
the ghetto Josefov. As richer Jewish families left the ghetto, Prague’s
poorest inhabitants moved in. The area became a slum, and in 1893
the city authorities razed most of the ghetto and constructed the Art
Nouveau Josefov of today.
On March 15, 1939, Nazi troops occupied Prague. Jews were
forbidden from leaving the ghetto. In November 1941 the first
transport left Prague for Terezín, 60 km to the northwest. Three
quarters of the 55,000 Jews living in Prague at the time of the
occupation were murdered or starved to death in the camps. In the
communist era, intolerance towards any form of religion led to a
further dwindling of Jewish culture. Since the Velvet Revolution the
Jewish community has been undergoing a gradual rebirth.
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culture
Recommended ReAdinG
non-fiction:
The Czechs and the Lands of the Bohemian Crown by Hugh Lecaine
Agnew: A good overview of the nation, from prehistory and the first
Slavs to the Czech Republic’s entry into the EU. Political, economic and
cultural aspects are covered.
Prague: A Cultural and Literary History by Richard D. E. Burton:
Excellent reading for those who want to dig deep into the city’s cultural
past and present. Includes overviews ranging from Jan Hus to Franz
Kafka and Jewish Prague to The Good Soldier Švejk.
Travelers’ Tales Prague and the Czech Republic: True Stories edited
by David Farley and Jessie Scholl: A compilation of stories by both
American and Czech writers who have lived in, and have something to
say about, Prague and the Czech Republic.
Prague 20th Century Architecture by Michael Kohout: Art Nouveau,
Cubism and Functionalism are all covered in this book detailing Czech
architecture from 1900 to 1997. More than 200 buildings are included,
with photos and descriptions.
Under a Cruel Star: A Life in Prague 1941–1968 by Heda Margolius
Kovaly: A memoir by a Czechoslovak exile that details her time spent
in Nazi concentration camps; her return to Prague and happy marriage
(before her husband was killed by the Communist regime) and her
emigration to the West in 1968.
Living in Freedom: The New Prague by Mark Sommer: This book,
published in 1993, tells one man’s version of how the city changed
after the fall of communism. Based on Sommer’s visits to Prague in
1983, 1990 and 1991, the book combines history, personal reflections
and interviews with locals.
Prague: A Traveler’s Literary Companion edited by Paul Wilson: This
is an anthology of 23 Prague stories. Well-known writers such as Ivan
Klíma and Franz Kafka rate inclusion, but the bonus here is that the
stories are first seen in their English translation.
Fiction:
The Memoirs Of A Prague Executioner by Josef Svátek: A historical
novel, this book is loosely based on the writings of one Jan Mydlář, an
actual executioner in the 16th century. Medieval law enforcement is of
course discussed, but history fans may enjoy the inclusion of social
and cultural norms of the time.
The Russian Debutante’s Handbook by Gary Shteyngart: Based in the
fictional city of Prava, an uproarious account of post-Cold War Central
Europe and its expat inhabitants.
For kids:
Susie and Tom Travel the World by Karen York: This smartly-designed
book stars two cartoon kids who are layered over real photos of Prague.
The Three Golden Keys by Peter Sís: Mysterious stories draw on local
legends of Bruncvík, the Golem, and Master Hanuš, builder of the Orloj
astronomical clock. In addition to this must-have book, Peter Sís wrote
The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain.
You Can Go Home Again by Jiřina Marton: A young lady grows up in
Czech Republic as part of a worldly, well-educated family. During the
war, it is decided she would be safer in Canada, so she leaves her
family behind.
moRe on eXpAtS.cz
Our culture section is one of our most popular categories! Here you
can read a variety of often-controversial articles about everything from
sexism in advertising to that pungent smell on public transport, plus
get acquainted with Czech celebrities, artists, and more at www.expats.
cz/culture.
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spas, golf and congress/incentive tourism. This includes historical,
adventure and active tours, holiday tourism as well as on research,
monitoring of current trends in tourism.
Summer cottage Rentals
Chata Tour www.chatatour.cz
Ant. Barcala 21, České Budějovice +420 385 510 191
Tour Trend www.tourtrend.cz
Oskol 447, Kroměříž +420 573 341 111
e-chalupy.cz www.e-chalupy.cz
Stiborova 27, Olomouc +420 739 292 262
Moje Chaty www.mojechaty.cz
Šámalova 62, Brno +420 548 210 987
Pronájem chalup www.pronajemchalup.cz
Na Bílém potoce 168, Veverská Bítýška +420 602 746 284
Agentura Chata www.agenturachata.cz
Přemyslovo nám. 7, Brno +420 774 554 848
Malina Reality www.malina-reality.cz
Pionýrská 15, Brno +420 606 181 479
I-pronajem.cz chaty-a-chalupy.i-pronajem.cz
Alka Travel www.holiday-czech.com
Horská 289, Trutnov +420 499 819 265
Agency Interbohemia www.czech-holiday-houses.com
Pod Kaninem 1051, Hluboka nad Vltavou +420 387 965 510
campgrounds
Sunny Camp www.sunny-camp.cz
Smíchovská 1989, Praha 5 +420 603 774 374
Camp Džbán www.campdzban.eu
Nad Lávkou 5, Praha 6 +420 777 327 595
Camping Bucek www.campingbucek.cz
Třtice 170, Nové Strašecí +420 313 564 212
Na Špici www.naspici.ic.cz
Radošov 87, Kyselka +420 353 941 152
Camping Kostelec www.campingkostelec.nl
Kostelec 8, Hluboká nad Vltavou +420 731 272 098
Camping Frymburk www.campingfrymburk.cz
Frymburk 20/55 +420 380 735 284
Kratochvil www.kratochvil.nl
Červená Lhota 37 +420 568 870 236
Harrachov-Jiskra www.camp.harrachov.cz
Harrachov +420 603 470 113
Camp Bítov www.camp-bitov.cz
Vranovská přehrada, Bítov 64 +420 605 842 965
Camping Blanice www.campingblanice.nl
Chelčického 889, Protivín +420 721 589 125
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Sponsored by the Department of Regional
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To say the Czech Republic is rich in history is an
understatement. Walk the streets of any city or town
here and the eons stand before you. It can rise up in the
gothic spires and/or be glimpsed below your feet in the
Romanesque cellars. And each building has a story to
tell. By visiting the Czech Tourism website you can learn
more of these stories.
From the national capital Prague to regional towns,
famous names both local and international have made
their homes in the country or found inspiration for a
time. No trip to the Czech Republic is complete without
learning these stories and creating one of your own.
And Czech Tourism can offer inspiration with its focus
on stories.
Prague, famed for its wealth of castle and churches,
has been the backdrop for some important moments
or it has been the home to some of history’s most wellknown
names. King Charles IV had Charles University
and Charles Bridge built. His future successor Rudolf II
made Prague a center of both science and mysticism,
inviting the astronomers Tycho Brahe and Johannes
Kepler and the alchemists Edward Kelly and John Dee
to his court.
Arts of all kinds have flourished in the city. Mozart, a
native of Linz, once declared “My Praguers understand
me” and his opera Don Giovanni was premiered here in
1787 at the Estates Theater. Beneath its ornate filigreed
ceiling you can still enjoy Mozart’s operas. The theater
was also a key filming location for Miloš Forman’s film
about the composer, Amadeus.
Another composer with a strong connection to the city is
Bedřich Smetana. Many of his works such as The Bartered
Bride have special significance. When the National Theater
was built, Smetana was asked to lay the foundation stone.
After fire destroyed the building and it was rebuilt with
donations, Smetana’s opera Libuše featured here.
Kafka is the writer whose presence is most strongly
felt in the city. Stand in the Old Town Square and you
stand where Kafka once stood. Or visit U Kalicha, where
Jaroslav Hašek the author of The Good Soldier Švejk
wrote. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find yourself feeling
inspired and create your own story on your visit.
Karlovy Vary, also known as Carlsbad, is renowned
across the world for its spas and spa treatments. Many
famous guests have come over the centuries to sample
its waters. Notable people include Peter the Great, the
founder of modern Turkey Mustafa Kemal Atatürk,
Germany’s famous poet Goethe and the composer
Beethoven. With such esteemed people once seeking
treatment, you are sure to enjoy some pampering
yourself.
Many of the country’s famous spas are located in
northwest. Apart from Karlovy Vary there is Mariánské
Lázně and Františkovy Lázně but in fact the country has
spas dotted throughout. In the south there is Třebon or
in Moravia Blatnice. At many of these places you can
discover the benefits of water treatment. Best of all, you
can relax and spoil yourself.
There is no better way to discover the Czech Republic’s
spa culture than by visiting Czech Tourism’s section on
spas. Here you will find recommendations for the various
spa resorts only with special events. Like so much in the
Czech Republic, knowing some of the history can help
you appreciate it all the more.
And while there why not sample some of the local
delicacies? How about roast rabbit with Carlsbad
dumplings? Carlsbad dumplings are made from diced
rolls. And no visit would be complete without a sip of
Becherovka – the famed herbal liqueur.
More regional specialties can be found at Czech Specials
(czechspecials.cz). The website provides a wealth of
information on regional specialties from Black Soup to
the pear-filled Wallach Tarts. Along with a description,
you will find a recipe and a restaurant where you can
sample the cuisine.
The Czech Republic has an abundance of natural beauty
to be enjoyed year round and again Czech Tourism can
help you plan your trip whether it’s a week-long hiking
trip or a ski weekend, the Active Holiday section has a
variety of tips.
The information provided is not limited to destinations.
They can help you choose the activity which suits you.
Maybe you want a golfing trip or would you prefer some
mountain-biking. Whatever you fancy they can provide
the information.
History, culture, adventure, food and more.
The only ingredient missing is you.
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THE MOST FAMOUS DESIGN
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DO YOU HEAR THEIR CALL?
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Mies van der Rohe, the architect of the Tugendhat Villa
in Brno, one of the 12 Czech UNESCO sites. See how
wonderfully he harmonised the villa with the countryside
and how spectacular its fi ttings are. Get to know the story
of this villa and experience your own.
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Established expats will often be called upon to
shepherd visiting friends and family through
Prague’s highlights and attractions; those who
live outside of Prague and frequently visit the
city might, on occasion, need some help getting
reacquainted with the capital. But Prague is
so much more than just the castle and bridge.
From lesser-known attractions to help finding
the perfect hotel to suit any occasion—from
romantic weekend to business conference—these
invaluable tips on navigating Prague are anything
but touristy.
pRAGue RoyAl Route
Familiarize yourself with the Royal Route—no visit to Prague is
complete without an amble along the cobblestone streets of the old city
center, up to the castle via Charles Bridge. Begin at Náměstí Republiky
and Art Nouveau Obecní dům. The royal palace was once situated here,
from which the royal court would proceed to the castle for coronations
and other such occasions.
Adjacent to Obecní dům is Prašná brána, or the Powder Tower.
Founded in 1475, it marks the location where the royal palace once
stood. From Náměstí Republiky traverse Celetná Street towards
Staroměstské náměstí, or Old Town Square. Old Town Hall and the
Astronomical Clock are the most identifiable landmarks on the square;
also note the Jan Hus monument. Go past the clock and veer towards
Karlova Street. Keep your eyes open for House of the Golden Snake at
no. 181 where Prague’s first café was opened in 1714.
Shortly thereafter, you’ll approach Charles Bridge (Karlův most), built in
1357. Cross over to Malá Strana. Behind Malostranské náměstí you’ll
find Baroque stunner, St. Nicholas Church. Follow Nerudova Street,
with its distinct medieval house signs (the Golden Wheel, the Green
Lobster, and the Red Lion) up to Prague Castle. Once there explore
St. Vitus Cathedral, the Deer Pit, the Royal Garden, and the Belvedere,
summer home of Queen Anne built by Ferdinand I. Rather than exiting
at the Royal Garden, walk back down to Malá Strana through the castle
grounds and check out the newly opened St. Wenceslas Vineyards.
Planted by King Charles IV, and re-opened in June 2008 with three
restaurants, it took 18 years to complete the reconstruction of the
vineyards and villa. The vines are expected to start producing wines
in 5–6 years.
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Prague’s 500 spires are best seen from above! Here, a round-up of the
most popular Prague towers and a few lesser-knowns. The “mini Eiffel
Tower” is accessible via the funicular station nearby the Újezd tram
stop. Upon exiting the funicular (via the second stop) follow the crowds
to what is officially called the Petřín Observation Tower, designed as
a replica of the real thing for the Jubilee Exhibition in 1891. It offers
hands down one of the best views of the city.
Not far from here, the Tower of St. Nicholas Church was recently reopened
to the public. Since 1950 it was occupied by the Czechoslovak
secret police, who used it to monitor the activities of the neighboring
Western embassies. Charles Bridge is flanked by two towers: The
Lesser Town Bridge Tower and the Old Town Bridge Tower. The former
is the oldest, with Romanesque attributes dating back to 1249 while
the later was built together with Charles Bridge and is considered
one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Europe. In the
Old Town, Powder Tower is one of Prague’s most important medieval
monuments—it’s here that the royal court would begin its procession
to the castle for coronations. Also in the Old Town, the Old Town
Hall was the site of some of the most gruesome moments in Czech
history including the imprisonment and execution of the twenty-seven
leaders of the Battle of White Mountain in 1621. Don’t forget the
Žižkov Television Tower. Though not as centrally located, the tallest
construction in Prague is best known for the “alien-baby” sculptures
installed by Czech artist David Černy in 2000.
pRAGue GReen SpAceS
The premiere city-center park, Letenské sady, is where Praguers flock
on sunny days. Easily accessible from all sides; walking, skating and
biking paths, plus playgrounds, lots of grass and beer—what’s not to
love? One of the focal points of Letná is the Letenské sady Zámeček,
a pale yellow Neo-Classical building in the eastern section of the park,
not far from the National Technical Museum. This is the best area for
refreshment as there’s a beer stand and picnic tables for the local,
rustic experience.
The biggest and probably best known Vinohrady park, Riegrovy sady
is a popular local attraction all summer long. Riegrovy sady’s prime
attraction is probably its huge, well-shaded beer garden. Alas, no
view like at Letná. Beer is served in real glasses and munchies are
available. There is also a restaurant (Park Café) next door, with space
for sitting outside in the summer. Stromovka Park is the former royal
hunting grounds, dating back to 1268. It’s a stone’s throw from Letná
though couldn’t be more different—quiet and shady with ponds, paths,
horse stables, and meadows and a popular outdoor café, Vozovna.
Divoká Šárka, one of Prague’s largest parks is easy to lose yourself
in. Hike or bike on the large network of paths, climb some of the small
hills for an amazing view, or even rock climb. The main path follows
a small stream allowing some relaxation in a shaded valley, complete
with bubbling brook. If you need some cooling off, there’s a public
swimming pool. Be prepared to be really cooled off - it’s stream fed.
pRAGue SecRet GARdenS/pARkS
Obora Hvězda is a wooded oasis, a green enclave fenced off from
the outside world. Walking straight down from the entrance you’ll run
into Letohrádek Hvězda, a Renaissance star-shaped summer palace
(hvězda means “star” in Czech) originally belonging to Archduke
Ferdinand of Tyrol, who built it for his wife. The surrounding park was
his personal hunting grounds. You can go into the chateau; you’ll find
beautiful plaster work by Italian artists and an exhibition of the Battle
of White Mountain (Bílá Hora) which occurred nearby. Not too far from
Hvězda, in Břevnov, Ladronka is an in-line skater’s paradise and boasts
open-air restaurants, bowling, and beach volleyball. In Žižkov don’t
miss Vítkov for its famous hill with National Memorial and handsome
overlook of Prague. Vinohrady’s 19th-century park, Havlíčkovy Sady
(locals call it Grébovka), is best known for its vineyards and wine-bar
restaurant/pavilion.
For a moment of calm in the midst of bustling Wenceslas Square, the
Franciscan Gardens are ringed by rose bushes and provide plenty of
bench space and a kid’s playground. Vrtba Garden, a terraced, Italian-
Baroque garden in the Lesser Town is adorned with prized flower beds
and unique statue-adorned staircases. The view of the Lesser Town
from the top of garden is lovely. After touring Prague Castle take a rest
at Wallenstein Garden, a quiet spot with three marble fountains and a
fish pond with a tiny islet.
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pRAGue by tRAm
These tram routes will take you past some of Prague’s major highlights
and a few unknown gems. Barrandov to Výstaviště: Start your journey
at Anděl and catch the 12, 14, or 20 trams. This ride will take you
up the hill to Barrandov, home to Barrandov Film Studios, one of the
largest in Central Europe. The neighborhood surrounding it is Prague’s
version of the Hollywood Hills. Many of the houses date back to the
1920s and the early, prosperous days of film. Take the tram all the way
to the Geologická stop. Exit here, enjoy the view, and then catch a tram
going back the way you just came. Trams 12, 14, and 20 all take the
same route back into town, offering wonderful Prague views. Try to sit
on the left side of the tram, and you’ll be treated to an ancient bridge
and the home of the Folklore Garden Restaurant in Hlubočepy as you
are coming down the hill. Upon arriving at Anděl, the trams take their
separate routes, each worth exploring.
Tram 12 will take you through Malá Strana, along the river and up
into Letná to your final stop at Výstaviště. Tram 14 takes you over the
river and through the city, crossing Wenceslas Square and winding
through New Town, across the river again and to Výstaviště. Tram 20,
which runs less frequently, will take you through Malá Strana, Dejvice,
and finally to Divoká Šárka. Whether you end at Výstaviště or Divoká
Šárka, if the weather is cooperative go green and hit one of the two
parks. You can’t miss either of them: Divoká Šárka at the tram stop of
the same name, or Stromovka at the Výstaviště stop.
Hradčany and Břevnovský Klášter: catch Tram 18 at Národní Třída
on the side nearest Tesco and get a nice ride along the river, over
Mánesův Most, past the Rudolfinum and to the border of Malá Strana.
This trip takes you near the castle and among the beautiful homes
of Hradčany. Hop off at Hradčanská and catch Tram 15, heading
in the same direction to Břevnovský Klášter. Exit here, cross the
street towards the large grassy area and explore the Romanesque
Benedictine monastery. One could spend several hours in the grounds
and then enjoy an excellent, old-fashioned meal in the wonderfully
rustic monk-run restaurant.
Riverview via Tram 17: This is probably your best “I’m sick of walking”
tour. Start at Strossmayerovo náměstí and board Tram 17 headed
towards Modřany. Once aboard, you will ride parallel to the river with
wonderful views of the castle and Ostrov Štvanice. A quick cut brings
you through Old Town and past the Rudolfinum but then it’s all river
for the rest of the ride. When you first get on the tram, try to sit on the
left side (as you are facing the front of the tram), but if possible switch
to the right side while or before you get to Old Town. This will give you
the best vantage of the river. Stay on until you reach the Dvorce stop,
where you will have your choice of two Middle-Eastern restaurants,
and, in warm weather, the beach at Žluté lázně. Your choices to head
back to town are the 3, 16 and 17 trams, with the 17 returning you
to Old Town for more sightseeing, the 3 taking you through the center
of town and across Wenceslas Square, and the 16 taking you to I. P.
Pavlova or Náměstí Míru.
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1. Vyšehrad This 10th-century castle complex, replete with neo-Gothic
church, cemetery and numerous other landmarks, is often overlooked.
Walk through the park, enjoy the view, and stop by the beer garden or
one of the area’s numerous cafés.
2. The New Jewish cemetery A bit farther off the beaten path than its
Old Town counterpart, this 100-year-old graveyard in Prague 3 is the
final resting place of Franz Kafka.
3. National Memorial on Vítkov Hill The former burial place of
prominent members of the Communist party was recently re-opened as
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a museum to pay tribute to Czechoslovak history of the 20th century;
don’t miss the viewing platform.
4. Nový Svět This quiet cluster of medieval cottages, known as “New
World” in English, is a quiet, storybook neighborhood located behind in
Hradčany, behind Prague Castle.
5. Průhonice Zámek Though a short bus ride from Prague’s Opatov
metro station, itself a bit out of the center, this recently UNESCO
heritage-awarded site is home to a stunning park and chateau complex.
6. The Hunger Wall This ancient fortification is one of the most wellpreserved
structures in Prague; it’s so-called for its beginnings as an
anti-hunger initiative begun by King Charles IV: those who built it were
given food.
7. Břevnov Abbey Likely one of the oldest inhabited areas of Prague
with gardens, Baroque summer home and a church (St. Margaret’s)
with interiors by Czech Baroque painter Petr Brandl.
8. Roof-top cafés We recommend the view from the terrace café of
the Divadlo Bez Zábradlí in the historic 12th-century Palác Adria; the
terrace at Hotel U Prince is a stunning splurge.
9. Vojanovy sady Prague’s oldest garden, founded in the 13th century.
Peacocks, fruit trees and luscious flowers tucked away in Malá Strana.
10. Rašínovo Nábřeží The walk along this stretch of the river
embankment offers plenty of scenery and waterfront charm.
11. Old Sewage Works (Stará čistírna) Guided tours are available,
and the striking brick-vaulted sewers, whose elegant arches and lofty
spaces are strikingly reminiscent of a cathedral, are the highlight.
12. Our Lady of the Snows Church (Kostel panny Marie Sněžné) and
Franciscan Gardens (Františkánská zahrada) St. Mary of the Snows
towers over the neighboring Franciscan Gardens, the best place to
appreciate the full height of the church. The Gardens are an oasis of
peace, with plenty of trees and shrubbery to afford shade on a hot day.
13. St. Gall’s Church (Kostel sv. Havla) The imposing edifice, whose
two bulky towers vie with the Neo-Renaissance bulk of the Česká
spořitelna bank next door, forms an attractive backdrop to the bustle of
Havelská market.
14. St. Michael’s Church (Kostel sv. Michala), Petřín Hill The naïve,
rough-hewn church, which looks as if it has grown out of the ground
like a trio of mushrooms, is built entirely of wood, and in traditional
orthodox fashion is split into three sections, topped by spires.
15. Thunovská street, Lesser Quarter The main pedestrian routes to
Prague Castle are Nerudova or the Old Castle Steps (Staré zámecké
schody). But Thunovská, a lane roughly parallel to Nerudova, is a walk
through the Lesser Quarter at its most atmospheric.
dARk touRiSm in pRAGue
We don’t often associate churches with the uncanny and macabre
(okay, most of us don’t), but the Church of St. James the Greater
(Kostel svatého Jakuba Většího, on Malá Štupartská) may be one of
the spookiest in Prague. According to one legend, a thief was struck on
the hand by a wooden statue of the Virgin Mary and became immobile
until the hand which had been hit was cut off. Creepiest of all, the hand
apparently still hangs in the church. Karlovo Náměstí is connected with
a lot of sinister events. Anyone who has ever queued up to get their
Czech criminal record in Pankrác may be surprised to know that right
next door are a group of people whose records are not so clean. Yes,
beside Prague’s High Court is the Prague Pankrác Remand Prison and
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like so many places in this city it has some skeletons; quite literally in
this case. During the Nazi occupation, the prison housed the gallows,
where, according to the head executioner, 920 men and 155 women
were either guillotined or hanged. The use of the guillotine earned the
three cells set aside for this purpose the name sekyrárna (axe-room).
Today, Pankrácká sekyrárna is part of the Pankrác Memorial and is
occasionally open to the public. Strahov Monastery is supposedly
haunted by Mary, a local unfortunate who lost her children to the
plague. A hymn for the cursed woman is said to mysteriously emanate
from the chapel on moonless nights. Tavern U Krále Brabantského,
a medieval restaurant below Prague Castle, isn’t just famous for the
historic clientele that once drank beneath its skull-bedecked ceiling (the
alchemists of Rudolf II, Mozart, Hašek, K. Čapek,)—it recently featured
in an episode of the British television show “Most Haunted Live,” where
the host conducted a séance in the restaurant’s cellar; a place so
creepy even the staff refuses to enter it.
hotelS
The star rating is typically based on types of facilities provided, but
there is no unified ranking system in place throughout Europe. The
global standards of two-, three-, four-, and five-star also apply to
Czech hotels—with a few differences. Internationally, the five-star label
refers to hotels with parking, a pool, gym, salon, executive suites, etc.
Despite carrying the five-star label, some of the grandest hotels are
located in historically protected buildings, which limits the renovations
allowed. While spacious and luxurious, you might not find some of the
modern amenities here you’d expect from five-star lodging. Four-star
hotels offer the same amenities as five-star hotels; they’re just a little
less glamorous. Rooms should have mini-bars, satellite television,
complimentary toiletries, hairdryers, and alarm clocks. Not all of them
feature air-conditioning, bathtubs, bathrobes, and slippers. A four-star
hotel should also have an elevator, but in Prague these can be far too
miniscule to accommodate a wheelchair and you may have to climb a
few steps before you reach the lift.
You’ll find little or no difference between two- and three-star hotels. The
absence of an elevator, for instance, may send a three-star hotel back
down to the two-star range even though the hotel boasts gorgeous
rooms and impeccable service. It’s safe to say that most three-star
facilities are characterized by an unimpressive facade and outdated
furniture; two-star facilities may resemble a pension, though serve an
evening meal. Three-stars may house a restaurant or bar; two-stars
may only have snacks and drinks available for purchase. That said,
Prague is home to many lovely two- and three-star hotels that prove
good value for the money. Pricewise, Prague hotels begin at around
2,000 CZK per night, and can climb to upwards of 9,000 CZK.
ApARtmentS/ReSidenceS
Renting an apartment (sometimes called a “residence”) is a good choice
for value-conscious visitors, large groups, or those staying longer than a
week or two, though it is possible to rent a weekend flat. Apartments are
typically more spacious than hotels and can be cheaper. There’s no linen
service or a maid, but the kitchen or kitchenette helps save on meals.
Some apartments offer a full tea and coffee service while others don’t
even provide towels.
Business travelers will find an array of high-quality apartments and
residences bedecked with modern interiors, Wi-Fi, and 24-hour reception.
When searching listings, note that “3+1” means an apartment with three
major rooms (usually two bedrooms and a living room) plus a kitchen;
“2+kk” indicates a two-room apartment with a kitchenette; and “1+kk” is
a studio apartment. Rent can range from 1,000 to 3,000 CZK per night
and up.
penSionS/hoStelS
Pensions (sometimes referred to as bed and breakfasts) are privately
owned, often family-run guesthouses, many of them in historic areas.
You can share a bathroom or pay more for your own—either way you’ll
bring your own towels and toiletries. Breakfast is usually included in
the price; some pensions serve dinner. Pensions aren’t as expensive
as full-service hotels, prices don’t normally go beyond 2,000 CZK
per room, and they’re a step up from hostels for those who aren’t
comfortable with dorm-style living.
Hostels are inexpensive dorm-style rooms often with shared kitchen,
bathroom, or lounge. Breakfast, Wi-Fi and other services may be
offered for a fee. Prices range anywhere from 250 CZK a night per
person to 1,000 CZK for a group. Some hostels close during the off
season.
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Visit us on the web for more insider tips on Prague’s must-see tourist
attractions and hidden-gems, as well as hotel reviews and picks. We
continually refresh our content to offer new articles on what to do and
see in the Czech capital. We’ll also keep you up-to-date on important
city information like mass transport news and other travel alerts.
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3 Star hotels
A.V. pension praha
Malebná 1172/75, Praha 4 - Chodov, 149 00
+420 603 164 374, +420 272 951 726
www.pension-praha.cz | info@pension-praha.cz
A. V. Pension Praha is a cosy family B&B in a quiet residential quarter
of Prague by Chodov subway station. Rooms comfortably equipped with
minibar, WiFi Internet access, hair dryer, TV-SAT, Air-conditioner in attic
rooms. Buffet breakfast. Garden.
5 Star hotels
hotel paris
U Obecního domu 1, 110 00 Prague 1
+420 222 195 195
www.hotel-paris.cz | booking@hotel-paris.cz
Hotel Paris offers luxury accommodation in Art Nouveau style with an
exclusive view of Prague. French and traditional Czech gourmet “Sarah
Bernhardt Restaurant”, Parisian “Café de Paris”, two meeting rooms,
Wellness & Spa centre with Thai massages.
kempinski hotel hybernská prague
Hybernská 12, Prague 1
+420 226 226 132
www.kempinski.com/prague | reservations.prague@kempinski.com
Kempinski Hybernská Prague is situated in the heart of the city close to
major business addresses, and historical landmarks. The hotel offers 75
generously built rooms and suites, unique restaurant and a private garden
of 1800 m2.
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SiGnS AppeARinG on czech RoAdS
Roundabout Turn right ahead Turn left or right
only
Junction with minor
roads
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No entry for
vehicles
No entry for vehicles
(both directions)
No buses No lorries No vehicles carrying
hazardous cargo
No overtaking End of noovertaking
zone
No motorcycles No motor vehicles No use of audible
warning signals
Minimum distance
between vehicles
(50 m)
Aircraft (landing
corridor above road)
Ahead or right only Turn right here Parking
No entry for vehicles,
except motorcycles
No vehicles or
combinations longer
than indicated
No cycling No animal riders
No right turn No u-turn
Speed limit 80 km/h No waiting No stopping No cars
No pedestrians End of all prohibitions No tractors
Rockfall Other hazard Crosswind Loose gravel Caution for
bicyclists
Caution, queues
likely
Soft verge Level crossing
with gates or
barriers
Caution, roundabout Dangerous climb
12% (5.4°)
(100% = 45°)
Be careful in winter Tramway Caution, fog likely Caution, accident
black spot
Level crossing
without gates or
barriers
Road narrows (both
sides)
Pedestrian crossing School crossing Animals
(Domesticated)
Will you be driving in the Czech Republic?
Be sure to familiarize yourself with the following signs:
Roadworks Bend to the right Double bend, first
to the right
Caution, speed bump Danger of skidding Two-way traffic
Wild animals Tunnel ahead Intersection
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hilton prague
Pobřežní 1, 186 00, Prague 8
+420 224 841 111
www.hiltonprague.cz | reservations.prague@hilton.com
The award-winning Hilton Prague hotel features 791 fully refurbished
rooms, 3 restaurants, 2 bars, almost 5,000 m2 meeting space including
Congress Hall for up to 1500 guests and Cybex health club & spa with
indoor pool.
hilton prague old town
V Celnici 7, 110 00, Prague 1
+420 221 822 100
www.hiltonpragueoldtown.cz | reservations.prague@hilton.com
Located in the heart of the city, Hilton Prague Old Town features 303
fully refurbished rooms, Zinc Restaurant, Lounge & Bar offering modern
European cuisine with Asian flavors, 14 meeting rooms, ballroom and
health club & spa.
Vienna international hotelmanagement AG
Evropská 15, 160 41 Praha 6
www.vi-hotels.com
Vienna International represents 7 hotels in Prague: Diplomat Hotel, Le
Palais Hotel, Palace Hotel, andel’s Hotel, andel’s Suites, angelo Hotel,
Chopin Hotel and two hotels outside Prague: angelo Hotel Pilsen and the
Spa Hotel Dvorak Carlsbad.
Accommodation Agencies
Albertov Rental Apartments
Horská 2107/2d
+420 602 22 66 33
www.albertov.eu | recepce@albertov.eu
Albertov Rental Apartments in centre of Prague offers more than just
apartments for rent. All flats are fully equipped and furnished in modern
design. The area offers a shopping centre, supermarket, pharmacy, optics,
a bank and underground garage.
Apartment-hotels RenteGo in prague 1
Újezd 5, Malá Strana, 150 00 Prague 5
+420 224 323 734
www.RENTeGO.com | expats@rentego.com
Rated excellent on Trip Advisor - free Wi-Fi Over 30 apartments fully
furnished with kitchen, for stays from 2 nights to several months.
Multilingual team. Flat share possible. Visit our website to check pictures,
rates and availabilities :-)
happy house Rentals, ltd.
Jungmannova 748/30, Prague 1
+420 775 666 345 any time
www.happyhouserentals.com | info@happyhouserentals.com
Over 500 apts. in Prague, mostly centrally located. All fully furnished
and equipped. Extra services: taxi, guide, mobile internet and more. Call
out services, long-term lets, sales, apartment buildings and property
management. Czech us out!
iRneRio pRAhA, s.r.o.
Polská 18/1283, Praha 2 -Vinohrady
+420 222 252 752, +420 775 157 589
www.irnerio.cz | irnerio@irnerio.cz
Luxury apartments and offices in art nouveau buildings for rent. In the
attractive locality of Prague 1, 2, and 5. We provide high quality service.
Fully managed direct by owner.
hostels
mosaic house
Odborů 4, Prague 2
+420 246 008 324
www.mosaichouse.com | info@mosaichouse.com
Modern, eco-friendly, and centrally located. Mosaic House is blending fourstar
luxuries with a lively hostel vibe. Settle into beautiful ensuite rooms
with rain head showers and spend the evening in our superb bar.
hotel booking
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travel Agencies
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czech tourism
Vinohradská 46, P.O.Box 32, 120 41 Praha 2
+420 221 580 611
www.czechtourism.com | info@czechtourism.cz
CzechTourism supports incoming and domestic tourism in general and
focuses on promoting specific areas of tourism - cultural heritage, spas,
active holiday and congress and incentive tourism. CzechTourism has 23
foreign offices.
prague metro
Bus, Train & Public Transport Timetables www.idos.cz
MHD – Public Transport www.dp-Prague.cz
Sokolovská 42, Prague 9 +420 296 191 817
taxi Services
AAA Taxi www.aaataxi.cz
Wuchterlova 7, Prague 6 +420 222 333 222
CityTaxi www.citytaxi.cz
Zelený Pruh 52, Prague 4 +420 257 257 257
Halo Taxi www.halotaxi.cz
Vinohradská 158, Prague 3 +420 244 114 411
Prague Airport transfer www.prague-airport-transfer.
co.uk
Komonická 7, Prague 6 +420 222 554 211
Profi Taxi www.profitaxi.cz
Mezi vodami 27, Prague 4 +420 261 314 151
Sedop Taxi www.sedop.cz
Švehlova 1435/25, Prague 10 +420 271 722 222
Speed Cars www.speedcars.cz
Pacholíkova 4, Prague 12 +420 224 234 234
Modrý Anděl (Blue Angel) www.modryandel.cz
Cukrovarska 21, Prague 9 +420 737 222 333
Rychlá želva (Fast Turtle) www.rychlazelva.cz
Smotlachova 1, Prague 4 Kamýk +420 244 911 111
Taxi Praha s.r.o. www.taxi-Prague.cz
Vrchlického 9, Prague 5 +420 222 111 000
impound lots
OP Jinonice www.mpPrague.cz
Radlická, Prague 5 +420 235 523 878
OP Kotlářka www.mpPrague.cz
Košíře, Prague 5 +420 257 213 150
OP Kundratka www.mpPrague.cz
Kundratka 19, Prague 8 +420 283 840 242
OP Libuš www.mpPrague.cz
Libušská, Prague 12 +420 261 910 548
OP Švehlova www.mpPrague.cz
Švehlova, Prague 10 +420 272 660 412
OP Těšnov www.mpPrague.cz
nábřeží Ludvíka Svobody, Prague 1 +420 222 320 978
OP Lublaňská www.mppraha.cz
Lublaňská, Prague 2 +420 222 519 014
OP Holešovice www.mppraha.cz
Varhulíkova, Prague 7 +420 283 842 640
OP Dubeč www.mppraha.cz
Ke Křížkám 2, Prague 10 +420 724 823 402
OP Chodov www.mppraha.cz
K Horkám, Prague 11 +420 267 314 440
travel Agencies
Agentura SMART www.smart-letenky.cz
Biskupská 6, Prague 1 +420 224 818 151
Asiana www.asiana.cz
Velflikova 8, Prague 6 +420 234 704 901
Czech Railways Agency www.cd.cz
Nábřeží Ludvíka Svobody 12, Prague 1 +420 972 111 111
Čedok www.cedok.cz
Na Příkopě 18, Prague 1 +420 800 112 112
Eurolines www.eurolines.cz
Křižíkova 6, Prague 8 +420 245 005 245
Fischer www.fischer.cz
Provaznická 13, Prague 1 +420 221 071 500
GTS International www.gtsint.cz
Zikova 705/11, Prague 6 +420 224 325 235
HGR Czech Republic www.hgrworldwide.com
Dušní 3, Prague 1 +420 234 096 111
Levné Letenky www.levneletenky.cz
Vodičkova 28, Prague 1 +420 224 162 330
Mary's Travel www.marys.cz
Italská 31, Prague 2 +420 222 254 007
P.A.T.H. finders int. www.pathfinders.cz
Na Homoli 5, Prague 4 +420 257 940 113
Student Agency www.studentagency.cz
Ječná 37, Prague 2 +420 224 999 666
Town to Town Agency www.spolujizda.cz
Národní Třída 9, Prague 1 +420 777 019 440
Travel Agency AR tour www.artour.cz
Ke Skalkam 22, Prague 10 +420 234 099 111
The Prague Tour All Inclusive www.pragueallinclusive.com
Rytířská 4, Prague 1 +420 222 873 307
EXIM TOURS a.s. www.eximtours.cz
Revoluční 23, 110 00 Prague 1 +420 241 090 711
NET TRAVEL SERVICE CZECH www.nettravel.cz
Sokolovská 94, Prague 8 +420 236 080 800
OK-TOURS a.s. www.oktours.cz
Jana Masaryka 39, Prague +420 221 521 700
Airlines
British Airways www.ba.com
Václav Havel Airport, Prague 6 +420 239 000 299
ČSA – Czech Airlines www.csa.cz
V Celnici 5, Prague 1 +420 239 007 007
EasyJet www.easyjet.com
Finnair www.finnair.cz
Airport, Air Dispatch +420 220 117 540
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines www.klm.com
Jungmannova 750/34, Prague 1 +420 233 090 933
Smartwings www.smartwings.cz
K letišti 30, Prague 6 +420 900 166 565
Turkish Airlines www.turkishairlines.cz
Václavské náměstí 19, Prague 1 +420 234 708 708
car Rental
AA-Auto www.aa-auto.cz
Mezi Vodami 205, Prague 4 +420 775 555 544
Alimex www.alimex.cz
Ke Zvoli 339, Dolní Břežany +420 241 097 111
CS Czecho Car www.czechocar.cz
5. května 65, Prague 4 +420-261 222 079
Globair www.globairgroup.com
Dušní 3, Prague 1 +420 234 723 271
Hertz www.hertz.cz
Dědinská 29, Prague 6 +420 225 345 000
5-Star hotels
Buddha bar www.buddhabarhotelprague.cz
Jakubská 649, Prague 1 +420 221 776 300
Hilton Prague Hotel www.hilton.com
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 224 841 111
Hilton Prague Old Town www.hiltonpragueoldtown.com
V Celnici 7, Prague 1 +420 221 822 100
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Hotel Paris www.hotelparis.cz
U Obecního domu 1, Prague 1 +420 222 195 195
Kempinski www.kempinski.cz
Hybernská 12, Prague 1 +420 226 226 111
Mandarin Oriental www.mandarinoriental.com
Nebovidská 1, Prague 1 +420 233 088 888
The Augustine Hotel www.theaugustine.com
Letenská 33, Prague 1 +420 266 112 233
Boscolo Luxury Hotel www.boscolohotels.com
Senovážné nám. 13m, Prague 1 +420 224 593 111
Four Seasons www.fourseasons.com
Veleslavínova 1098, Prague 1 +420 221 427 000
Alchymist Grand Hotel Spa www.alchymisthotel.com
Tržiště 19, Prague 1 + 420 257 286 011
Chateau Mcely www.chateaumcely.cz
Mcely 61, Nymburk +420 325 600 000
Corinthia Towers Hotel www.corinthia.cz
Kongresová 1, Prague 4 +420 261 191 111
Grand Hotel Bohemia www.grandhotelbohemia.cz
Králodvorská 4, Prague 1 +420 234 608 111
Grand hotel Prague www.grandhotelPrague.cz
Staroměstské náměstí 22, Prague 1 +420 221 632 556
Hoffmeister Hotel www.hoffmeister.cz
Pod bruskou 7, Prague 1 +420 251 017 111
Hotel Chateau St. Havel www.chateauhotel.cz
Zámek Krč, Před nádražím 6, Prague 4 +420 241 445 717
Hotel Le Palais www.palaishotel.cz
U Zvonařky 1, Prague 2 + 420 234 634 111
Hotel Nautilus www.hotelnautilus.cz
Žižkovo náměstí 20, Tabor +420 380 900 900
Hotel President www.hotelpresident.cz
Nám. Curieových 100, Prague 1 +420 234 614 111
Hotel Radisson www.radissonsas.com
Štěpánská 40, Prague 1 + 420 222 820 000
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Discover the largest rooms of its kind in Prague. Hotel’s great cuisine
and unique private garden with a baroque fountain is destined to become
your premium venue for relaxation and celebrating special occasions.
Hotel Riverside www.riversideprague.com
Janáčkovo nábřeží 15, Prague 5 + 420 225 994 611
InterContinental Prague www.intercontinetal.com/
prague
Pařížská 43/30, Prague 1 +420 296 631 111
Old Town Square Hotel www.otsh.com
Staroměstské nám. 548/20, Prague 1 +420 221 421 111
Pachtuv Palace www.pachtuvpalace.com
Karolíny Světlé 34, Prague 1 +420 234 705 111
Prague Marriot Hotel www.marriott.com
V Celnici 8, Prague 1 +420 222 888 888
Residence Belgická www.residence-belgicka.com
Belgická 12, Prague 2 +420 221 401 800
4-Star hotels
Anděl’s Design Hotel www.andelshotel.com
Stroupežnického 21, Prague 5 +420 296 889 688
Bohemia Plaza Residence www.bohemiaplaza.com
Žitná 50, Prague 2 +420 607 700 700
Crowne Plaza www.crowneplaza.com
Koulova 15, Prague 6 + 420 296 537 111
Domus Henrici www.hidden-places.com
Loretánská 11, Prague 1 +420 220 511 369
Falkensteiner Hotel www.falkensteiner.com/prag
Opletalova 21, Prague 1 +420 222 211 229
Golden Star Hotel www.hotelgoldenstar.com
Nerudova 48, Prague 1 +420 257 532 867
Hotel Bílá Labut www.bwhotelbl.cz
Biskupská 9, Prague 1 +420 224 811 382
Hotel Čertovka www.certovka.cz
U Lužického semináře 2, Prague 1 +420 257 011 500
Hotel Ibis Old Town www.oldtown.hotelibis.com
Na Poříčí 5, Prague 1 +420 266 000 999
Hotel Jalta www.hoteljalta.com
Václavské náměstí 45, Prague 1 + 420 222 822 111
Discover
the luxury of space!
www.kempinski.com/prague
Hybernská 12, 110 00 Prague 1, Czech Republic • tel: +420 226 226 132 • e-mail: reservations.prague@kempinski.com
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Hotel Mercure www.mercure.com
Na Poříčí 7, Prague 1 +420 221 800 800
Hotel U Zlatého Stromu www.zlatystrom.cz
Karlova 6, Prague 1 +420 222 220 441
Residence Lundborg www.lundborg.se
U Lužického semináře 3, Prague 1 +420 257 011 911
Residence Nosticova www.nosticova.com
Nosticova 1, Prague 1 +420 257 312 513
Hotel Josef www.hoteljosef.com
Rybná 20, Prague 1 +420 221 700 957
Jurys Inn www.juryinns.com
Sokolovká 11, Prague 2 +420 226 222 600
3-Star hotels
Bohemiae Rosa www.bohemiae-rosa.com
Otradovice 3, Votice +420 724 521 187
HOTEL KARLIN www.hotelkarlin.cz
Sokolovka 71, Prague 8 +420 222 334 444
The Clarion www.choicehotelseurope.cz
Prokop Boutique Hotel www.prokophotel.cz
Cimburkova 28, Prague 3 +420 222 771 112
Ariston Hotel www.europehotels.cz
Seifertova 65, Prague 3 +420 222 782 517
Konviktská 14, Prague 1 + 420 224 211 020
Hotel Černý slon www.hotelcernyslon.cz
Týnská 1, Prague 1 +420 222 321 521
Hotel Elysee www.europehotels.cz
Václavské nám. 43, Prague 1 +420 221 455 111
Hotel Ibis Smíchov smichov.hotelibis.cz
Plzeňská 14, Prague 5 +420 221 701 700
Hotel Kavalir www.europehotels.cz
Plzeňská 177, Prague 5 +420 257 216 565
Hotel Mucha www.avehotels.com
Sokolovská 26, Prague 8 + 420 222 318 849
Hotel Sax www.sax.cz
Jánský vršek 328/3, Prague 1 +420 257 531 268
King George Hotel www.kinggeorgehotel.cz
Liliová 10, Prague 1 +420 221 466 100
Residence 7 Angels www.7angels.cz
Jilská 20. Prague 1 +420 224 234 381
pensions
Manes Pension www.penzionmanes.cz
Mánesova 46, Prague 2 +420 222 252 180
Pension B35 www.b35.cz
Bělehradská 35, Prague 2 +420 602 421 991
Pension Dientzenhofer www.dientzenhofer.cz
Nosticova 2, Prague 1 +420 257 311 319
Pension Prague www.pension-Prague.cz
Malebná 75, Prague 4 +420 272 951 726
The Red Chair Pension www.redchairhotel.com
Liliová 4, Prague 1 +420 296 180 018
hostels
Little Town hotel www.littletownhotel.cz
Malostranské náměstí 11, Prah 1 +420 242 406 964
Old Prague Hostel www.oldpraguehostel.com
Benediktská 2, Prague 1 +420 224 829 058
Home Hostel www.homerhostel.com
Duškova 12, Prague 5 +420 725 168 683
Museum Inn Hostel www.hostels.com
Čelakovského sady 8, Prague 1 +420 774 449 687
Clown and Bard Hostel www.clownandbard.com
Bořivojova 102, Prague 3 +420 222 716 453
The Czech Inn www.czech-inn.com
Francouzská 76, Prague 10 +420 267 267 600
Hostel Týn www.hostel-tyn.web2001.cz
Týnská 19, Prague 1 +420 776 122 057
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Mosaic House www.mosaichouse.com
Odborů 4, Prague 2 +420 246 008 324
The Travellers’ Hostel www.travellers.cz
Dlouhá 33, Prague 1 +420 224 826 662
Accommodation Agencies
CPI Hotels www.cpihotels.com
Václavské nám.47, Prague 1 +420 234 712 444
Happy house Rentals www.happyhouserentals.com
Jungmanova 30, Prague 1 +420 224 947 623
HomeSweetHome www.homesweethome.cz
Jindřišská 17, Prague 1 +420 222 312 488
My House Travel www.myhousetravel.cz
Jilská 8, Prague 1 +420 224 267 292
Rentego www.rentego.com
Újezd 5, Prague 1 +420 224 323 736
Apartments JB www.apartmentsjb.com
Kochanova 8, Prague 6 +420 233 359 322
Apartments Vyšehrad www.apart-vysehrad.cz
Vratislavova 38, Prague 2 + 420 224 915 150
A Place in Prague www.a-place-in-prague.com
Krakovská 5, Prague 1 +420 777 944 781
Prague Accommodations www.apartments-in-Prague .org
Petřínská 41/4, Prague 5 +420 251 512 502
Mary's Travel www.marys.cz
Italska 31, Prague 2 +420 222 254 007
55 Student Room & Flat www.student-room-flat.com
Uruguayská 78/12, Prague 2 +420 222 521 174
D&S Bohemia Ltd. www.ds-bohemia.cz
Vanickova 5/1, Prague 6 +420 233 350 618
Čedok www.cedok.com
Na Příkopě 18, Prague 1 +420 221 447 242
AMOreal s.r.o. www.amoreal.cz
Lucemburská 22, Prague 3 +420 226 20 22 64
taxis
AAA Taxi www.aaataxi.cz
n/a +000 000 014 014
Modrý Anděl (Blue Angel) www.modryandel.cz
n/a +420 737 222 333
Profi Taxi www.profitaxi.cz
n/a +000 000 014 015
Rychlá želva (Fast Turtle) www.rychlazelva.cz
n/a +420 244 911 111
concert Venues
Prague Congress Center www.kcp.cz
5. května 65, Prague 4 +420 261 171 111
O2 Arena www.o2arena.com
Ocelářská 2, Prague 9 +420 266 771 000
Tipsport Arena www.tipsportarena-praha.cz
Za Elektrárnou 419, Prague 9 +420 266 727 411
open-air performances
Agentura Croce www.operaczechrepublic.cz
Vyšehradská 47, Prague 2 +420 603 250 200
Garden Na Valech www.hrad.cz
Pražský Hrad, Prague 1 n/a
Ledebour Garden (Ledeburská zahrada) www.palacovezahrady.cz
Valdštejnské nám. 3, Prague 1 +420 257 010 401
Maltese Garden (Maltézská zahrada) www.praguezelena.cz
Mala Strana, Prague 1 n/a
Summer Shakespeare Festival (Letní www.shakespeare.cz
Shakespearovké slavnosti)
Malostranské nám. 13, Prague 1 +420 220 514 275
Nejvyšší Purkrabství, Pražský Hrad www.senat.cz
Wallenstein Palace Garden
Valdštejnské nám. 4, Prague 1 +420 774 873 411
Swimming pools
Aquapark Lagoon Letňany www.letnanylagoon.cz
Tupolevova 665, Prague 18 +420 283 921 799
ČSTV - Plavecký stadion Podolí www.pspodoli.cz
Podolská 74, Prague 4 +420 241 433 952
Žluté lázně www.zlutelazne.cz
Podolské nábřeží, Prague 4 +420 244 463 777
Hotel Axa www.axa-hotel.cz
Na Poříčí 40, Prague 1 +420 227 085 11
Hotel Olšanká www.hotelolsanka.cz
Táboritská 23, Prague 3 +420 606 658 899
Koupaliště Petynka www.koupalistepetynka.cz
Otevřená 4, Prague 6 +420 603 144 376
Pražačka www.prazacka.cz
Za Žižkovskou vozovnou 17, Prague 3 +420 222 592 061
Smíchovská pláž www.smichovskaplaz.cz
Hořejší nábřeží, Prague 5 +420 773 544 147
PSA Hloubětín www.bazenhloubetin.cz
Hloubětínská 80, Prague 9 +420 281 867 070
Sportcentrum YMCA www.scymca.cz
Na Poříčí 12, Prague 1 +420 224 875 811
massage
Ayuma www.namjai.cz
Kaprova 11, Prague 1 +420 222 328 747
Nam Jai www.namjai.cz
Kaprova 11, Prague 1 +420 222 328 747
Sabai www.sabai.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 221 451 180
TAWAN www.tawan.cz
Nám. Curieových 100, Prague 1 +420 721 731 401
Thai Fit www.thaifit.cz
Na Poříčí 21, Prague 1 +420 224 811 876
Thai World www.thaiworld.cz
Celetná 6, Prague 1 + 420 224 817 247
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Prague after dark is legendary for its party-allnight
abandon while theater, art-house cinemas,
and jazz are here for the more laid back among
us. Entertainment also takes the shape of art
museums and galleries, operas and orchestras,
arena concerts, and a calendar year filled with
festivals that fete everything from the wine harvest
to African dance. We’ve rounded up the best of
Prague nightlife, collecting tips, picks, and advice
from our message boards and article archives to
bring you an insider’s guide to a night on the town.
GoinG out
Some nightlife and local entertainment hints: A hospoda (pub) and
kavárna (café) opens before lunch but closes by 23:00. A diskotéka
(dance or music club) typically stays open from dusk till dawn. (Note
that “night club” in the Czech Republic means brothel!) Bars have
similar opening hours to clubs, though the unsavory herna (all-night
casino), stays open 24–7. Most museums are open Tuesday–Saturday.
Museum free days vary by institution, though many of them waive
admission once a month. Once a year in June on Museum Night
(Muzejní noc) museums open their doors for free. Concerts, both at
music clubs and more formal venues, typically start on time and finish
before or at 22:00 on the dot, due to Prague’s increasingly strict noise
laws.
clASSicAl muSic/opeRA
Prague’s finest performance venues are the National Theatre (Národní
Divadlo), Estates Theater (Stavovské Divadlo), Municipal House
(Obecní Dům), home of the Prague Symphony Orchestra, Prague
State Opera (Státní Opera Praha), and Rudolfinum, home to the Czech
Philharmonic. Among the many churches that stage regular concerts
are St. George’s Basilica, St. Nicholas’s, and the Spanish Synagogue.
Other recommended venues are Lobkowicz Palace at Prague Castle,
Bertramka (Museum of Mozart) and Klementinum, a must-see for its
stunning hall of mirrors. Tickets are often cheaper if you purchase them
directly from the venue’s box office. Online ticket agencies sell tickets
for the more expensive seats and tack on a commission, so you may
pay substantially more for an orchestra seat while a gallery seat from
the box office may cost less. That said, ticket agencies are convenient.
If you want to save, ask for seats one row in front of or behind the
priciest seats.
bAllet/dAnce
The ballet ensembles at the Prague State Opera and Prague National
Theatre put on an impressive repertoire. Prague’s premier venue for
contemporary dance is Divadlo Ponec. The top companies play here,
and dance and movement festivals are frequently on the line-up,
including the annual International Festival of Contemporary Dance and
Movement Theatre (Tanec Praha), a showcase of traditional ballet and
progressive experimental dance from all over the world that organizes
performances in Prague and throughout the country in the month of
June.
theAteR
More and more venues are subtitling plays, including Švandovo Divadlo,
a theater with a permanent repertory of Czech works, international
successes, and classics. The Karlín Musical Theater does Czech
interpretations of Broadway hits such as The Producers with English
subtitles. Black Light Theater is a Prague specialty; Laterna Magika is
just one among many of these experimental theaters in the city. Join
the English Theater in Prague Facebook group to get updates from
The Prague Playhouse, Miloco Theater Company, The Bear Theater for
children, the avant-garde troupe, Akanda, and the Prague Shakespeare
Festival. Czech theaters A Studio Rubín, Divadlo Inspirace, and Divadlo
na Prádle often stage English-language shows.
moVieS
Prague cinemas screen films in their original language with Czech
subtitles; the exception being children’s films (or films that skew
younger like Harry Potter and 3D movies), which are dubbed. Cinema
City Slovanský dům or CineStar Anděl sometimes run original-language
versions. Foreign films play in their original language with Czech
subtitles, but during special events or film festivals are often shown
with English titles. Prague multiplexes (Cinema City and CineStar are
two of the more popular chains) show first-run Hollywood blockbusters
usually released in the Czech Republic a few months after their US
debut, with the exception of world-wide premieres of the Star Wars
variety. Cinema City Flora contains Prague’s only IMAX theater (though
most of the films shown aren’t English-friendly). CineStar Anděl’s “Gold
Class” lets movie-goers veg out in a recliner with full food-and-drink
service.
ARt-houSe cinemA
Tram 9 links four of Prague’s most popular independent cinemas
Kino Mat (Lazarská Street), Kino Evald (Národní třída), Kino Aero
(Biskupcova Street), and Kino Světozor (Václavské náměstí), all of
them showing Czech films with English subtitles, classics, and lowbudget
imports as well as hosting mini film festivals and film-related
events and exhibits. Bio Oko is a retro gem in a restored functionalist
building, showing a mix of second-runs and arty flicks. Kino Lucerna,
which recently celebrated its 100th birthday, is the oldest continually
running cinema in Europe, showing second-run films and the occasional
premiere.
liVe muSic
Klub Strahov 007, a student favorite in the middle of a university
dorm block, artist David Černý’s art and concert space, Meet Factory,
and Žižkov stalwart Palác Akropolis, are just a few among the many
beer-and-amp music clubs that specialize in ear-splitting good times.
Larger-capacity places like “alternative national theater” Divadlo
Archa, newly re-opened Roxy, Lucerna, SaSaZu, and Kulturní Centrum
Vltavská are all terrific venues for live music, DJs, and dancing with
world music, gypsy punk, stripped down alt-country, hazy electronica,
and international bands getting top billing on any given night. Chateau
L’Enfer Rouge’s “indie rock dungeon”, Red Room, Bunkr Parukářka,
Rock Café, Czech Inn Kavarna, and Vagon showcase local and expat
bands. For DJs, check out XT3, Cross Club, Matrix Club, Wakata, and
Styx Smart Club.
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StAdium ShoWS
Major international acts—Sting, Kylie Minogue, Madonna—regularly play
stadiums like O2 Arena, Tesla Arena, or the Prague Congress Center.
Tickets for world-class performers usually have world-class prices,
too, around 1,000–1,500 CZK for the good seats. Be aware that some
artists have been known to pull out of Prague shows at the last-minute;
if this happens you should be able to get your money back from the
venue.
JAzz
Prague 1 features some ten jazz clubs all within close proximity.
Some solo artists or bands make a particular club their home: famed
guitarist Luboš Andršt and his band jam weekly at Old Town’s Ungelt
Jazz & Blues Club, while Stan the Man, Rene Trossman, and Ondřej
Pivec do the same at Malá Strana’s U Malého Glena. Republika
has a glamorous, First-Republic dance hall vibe and Jazz Time get
points for their menu as well the cheap drinks and dive-appeal of the
basement. On the waterfront, the Jazz Dock is a fairly new hotspot
that serves small bites. For an unassuming club that’s anything but
touristy Balbínka is highly recommended, as is Malostranská Beseda.
The annual springtime Jazz at the Castle (Jazz na Hradě) concert
series brings top talent from around the globe and homegrown players
together amid the stately surrounds of the Spanish Hall. Blues Sklep
puts on a lively jam session in cellar surrounds.
muSeumS
The three main museums City Gallery Prague, The National Museum,
and the National Gallery Prague each have numerous outposts around
town that specialize in a variety of art forms. Beginning with the
City Gallery Prague: The Golden Ring House showcases art from the
second half of the 20th century as well as contemporary art; works of
contemporary and modern art can be found at the Stone Bell House;
the Municipal Library offers the best temporary exhibits; while Old
Town Hall traditionally focuses on works by young artists. Across the
river is the Trója Chateau where beautiful gardens, a picture gallery of
19th century Czech art and a “Chinese Chamber,” an intriguing mural
display of Chinese landscape and architecture, mingle for a thoroughly
serene experience.
The main branch of the National Museum specializes in natural history,
paleontology and anthropology; it is currently closed to the public for
renovations. Music lovers should explore the NM’s three music sites:
The Czech Music Museum, the Antonín Dvořák Museum, and one
dedicated to Bedřich Smetana at Novotného Lávka right by Charles
Bridge. The collection of frescoes at Lobkowicz Palace captivates;
sculpture enthusiasts will enjoy the Lapidárium.
The National Gallery Prague’s collection is spread over eight sites.
Schwarzenberg Palace and Sternberg Palace exhibit European art
from the Classical through Baroque periods. The Mannerist works by
the artists of Rudolf II’s court hang in St. George’s Convent; the prized
medieval art found in the Convent of St. Agnes of Bohemia derives from
Bohemia and Central Europe. For modern art go to Veletržní Palace;
Kinský Palace pays homage to Czech art of the 17th–20th centuries.
The Czech Cubist Museum in the House at the Black Madonna is a
beautiful tribute to the Czech Cubist movement in and of itself.
Prague Castle’s exhibition spaces are plentiful. The Riding School
(Jízdárna), the Imperial Stables (Císařská konírna), the Ball Games
House (Míčovna), and renaissance Queen Anna’s Summerhouse
(Letohrádek Královny Anny, also known as the Belvedere), all
curate a variety of temporary exhibits. Prague Castle Gallery also
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houses Emperor Rudolf’s collection, as well as work from the Dutch,
German, and Italian schools. Aside from Veletržní Palace, Czech
and international contemporary art is on view at the newly opened
Dox Centre for Contemporary Art. Galerie Rudolfinum is one of the
most exciting art venues in Prague and a recent wave of successful
exhibits focusing on photography as well as mixed media from Damien
Hirst, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol have secured its place as a
success on an international scale. Museum Kampa holds an impressive
collection of Central European modern painting. The newly opened
Artbanka Museum of Young Art (AMoYA) excites. Leica Gallery Prague,
Atelier Josef Sudek (a collection of the famed photographer’s work, as
well as other modern Czech photography, housed in the artist’s former
apartment), and Manes Gallery merit a visit from photography fans.
Other must-see Prague museums: The Jewish Museum, The
Museum of Decorative Arts (UPM), which focuses on historical and
contemporary crafts and applied arts and designs; the newly reopened
National Technical Museum, one of the oldest in Europe; and
the National Memorial at Vítkov. The Franz Kafka Museum, Mucha
Museum, and the Communist Museum are geared toward tourists but
definitely worth a look, perhaps with visitors in tow.
Chateau.
GAy pRAGue
The Czech Republic has earned a reputation for being more liberal
toward gay lifestyles than some of its European neighbors—in fact,
gay marriages have been sanctioned for quite some time. Despite this,
Prague only just recently had its first Gay Pride Parade, which reflects
the city’s large-and-growing gay community and numerous gay-friendly
bars and clubs. Prague has also become a popular destination amongst
gay tourists. The Vinohrady district is considered the city’s gay quarter,
with lots of friendly bars and clubs including the popular Club Termix,
Valentino’s, and the laid-back Piano Bar. The Saints, also in the area,
has become something of an authority on gay Prague. Visit their site
for helpful info on the gay scene here. Drag queen shows are the
big draw at Tingl Tangl on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
Beginning at 22:00, they must be booked in advance. For a more
laid-back evening with friends, head to Friends. Café Café and Erra are
relaxed. Both have a nice atmosphere and besides decent, cheap food,
Erra has a fireplace downstairs. Neither is strictly gay, but both have
a large gay clientele. Bar 21 is another quiet, corner pub with a local
clientele and feel. Most of the gay bars listed here reserve one night a
week for lesbian parties. Among the top lesbian clubs is JampaDampa.
Additional information (in Czech) on the lesbian scene can be found at
www.lesba.cz or www.bengales.cz.
open-AiR peRFoRmAnce
The open-air cinema on Střelecký ostrov typically begins in early July
and runs until the end of September. All Czech films are shown with
English subtitles, and refreshments are sold. Bands often go on before
the screenings. Prague’s opera and concert season traditionally comes
to a close in the summer, but the show must and does go on via
open-air productions in glorious locales. Maltese Garden (Maltézská
zahrada), Lebedour Garden (Ledeburská zahrada), Wallenstein Palace
Garden (Valdštejnská zahrada), Vyšehrad Gardens, and Garden Na
Valech schedule regular evenings of free music, while the Summer
Shakespeare Festival (Letní Shakespearovské slavnosti), brings the
bard to the hrad—though most of the performances are in Czech, the
magic of experiencing A Midsummer Night’s Dream on a midsummer
night’s stage in the grounds of Prague Castle is enough to make you
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ReAdinGS/book clubS
Prague’s expatriate literary scene is on the upturn, as evidenced by the
success of the Czech Literature Portal, a Czech-English site devoted
to publishing news and book reviews from across Central Europe, the
Charles University-endorsed literary magazine GRASP, and the handful
of recent publications anthologizing foreign writers in Prague. The
Alchemy Prague Reading and Performance Series takes place the first
Sunday of every month in the Anglo-American University library; an
hour-long open mic kicks off the evening. The annual Prague Writers’
Festival brings to Prague a program of well-respected headliners from
Margaret Atwood to Junot Diaz, for readings, talk, and signings every
spring. The Globe Reading Group book club meets weekly at the Globe
Bookstore & Café.
bARS
Old Town, especially the Josefov quarter, boasts the largest
concentration of trendy cocktail bars and late-night clubs, and tends
to be the epicenter of tourist nightlife. Bugsy’s, Tretters, Aloha, M1
Lounge, Bombay, and Zapa Bar promise smart ambience and masterful
mixologists behind the bar. Smaller “hidden-gem” bars in this touristthronged
district are Čili Bárek, Orange Café, Hany Bany, Prague Beer
Museum, and 2. patro, Prague’s secret bar/art venue. The area around
Týnská Church has a trio of watering holes for a trio of types: Týnská
Bar and Books caters to the cigar-and-scotch crowd, Týnská literární
kavárna, is a charming, budget haunt for bookish types, and Chateau
L’Enfer Rouge catches the all-night party animal vote. Off Wenceslas
Square, Jet Set serves a hefty burger and a wide selection of mojitos,
and a night spent at labyrinthine U Sudu, with floors devoted to DJs,
foosball, and pitchers of cheap wine, is an expat rite of passage.
Nearer the river, Hemingway Bar pours a proper absinthe and
numerous other top-shelf spirits, while neighboring Duende is raucous
fun. Across the bridge in Malá Strana, Zanzibar, Blue Light, and
PopoCafePetl have good drinks and a jazzy vibe; up-tempo Mad Bar
feels like a friend’s flat, and Club Újezd, just beneath Petřín, is three
levels of booze-fueled fun. The area behind the National Theatre hosts
a handful of bar/restaurants serving dance tunes and late-night eats to
hungry partiers: Ultramarin, N11, and Czech-celeb frequented Solidní
Nejistota (Solid Uncertainty), while itty-bitty Al Capone’s is huge on
charm and cocktail selection. The Žižkov and Vinohrady neighborhoods
are hot spots to hang out—in fact the former is said to have more bars
(300) per capita than any other city district in Europe. In Vinohrady, on
the border of Žižkov, club Radost FX, Zelená Zahrada, Žlutá Pumpa, and
the new Dirty Dog Cocktail Bar, are all well-known for food, drink, and
fun. Hapu, situated between the two districts, is a low-key cocktail bar
with cozy couches and plenty of attitude. Žižkov picks are Bukowski’s,
Café Pavlač, and the newly refurbished Blind Eye, a former speakeasy
that’s crawling with hipsters.
A number of Prague’s swanky hotels entice discerning clientele with
their luxe lobby bars. In and around the Old Town, the rooftop bar/
restaurant at Hotel U Prince is as overpriced and touristy as it gets,
but affords a stunning view of Prague’s weathered steeples and spires.
Buddha-Bar Hotel’s Asian décor and world music set the pace for an
evening of mai-tai bliss. Cloud-9 Bar atop the Hilton mixes signature
cocktails. Stylish Brewery Bar in the just-opened Augustine Hotel has
quickly become a favorite among Prague fashonistas. The vaultedceilinged
Two Steps bar at Kempinski Hybernská does a happy-hour.
Across the river, BaReGo in the Mandarin Oriental offers a premium
martini list. Letná locals frequent Fraktal, a late-night beer-and-burger
joint that’s an expat fave for brunch the next morning, too. Continuing
down Šmeralova, The Barrel and a number of other local gems like the
Irish Club and La Bodega Flamenco, a tapas bar, entice. In Holešovice
Cross Club wins points for its funky sci-fi-inspired décor and SaSaZu is
a stylish standout.
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clubS
Prague’s dance clubs throb and heave from dusk till dawn. Fans of
sugary pop tunes flock to Lucerna Music Bar’s and Futurum’s ’80s
and ’90s nights. Karlovy Lázně’s five floors, each devoted to a different
style of music, regularly pack ’em in. Also on the river, Klub Lávka can
be glimpsed from Charles Bridge and, besides multiple dance floors,
offers a tequila bar. Duplex Club on Wenceslas Square is known for
its rooftop terrace and air of exclusivity—Mick Jagger had his sixtieth
birthday party there. Go-go dancers get things going at Retro Music
Hall. Nebe, the new Yes Club, Vertigo, La Fabrique, K.U. Bar Lounge,
and Double Trouble are centrally-located.
The most frequented clubbing venues, however, are located outside the
center. Top clubs include larger-than-life Abaton, Misch Masch, Face
to Face, Mecca and the gritty new Berlin-style Klubovna in Dejvice.
Creatures of the night (and early morning of the next day) are attracted,
moth-like, to the dim afterhours environs of Le Clan, opening at 2:00,
and Studio 54. Batalion is one of the few afterhours clubs in central
Prague that spins rock and hip-hop till the wee hours. Techtle Mechtle
is one of the largest cocktails bars in Prague open all night.
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SAFety
Metro hours end at midnight and night buses run every 30 or 60
minutes, depending on the route, from midnight (or from 1:00 on Friday
and Saturday), to 4:30, and service outer Prague. Night trams (lines
51–59) start around midnight and run every 30 minutes until 4:30,
when the metro opens. Call-for-taxis (radio-taxi) or regulated taxi stands
(Taxi Fair Place) are the best options for getting a cab. Avoid simply
flagging one down on the street outside a club or in a tourist area.
When calling for a taxi it’s always good to have a trusted company
stored in your phone, such as AAA, Profi Taxi, or Taxi Praha. For an
online price calculation and phone numbers for major taxi companies,
www.cenytaxi.cz is a helpful site. The free app Chci Taxi, available
for Android and iPhone, lists trusted local cab info in your area and
extends to the entire Czech Republic and Slovakia. If you’ve driven
into the center, services like Modrý Anděl (Blue Angel) or Rychlá želva
(Fast Turtle) will collect you and your car and drive you both home
safely.
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AnnuAl FeStiVAlS
The country’s numerous annual festivals highlight and celebrate
historical events as well as important modern trends in gastronomy,
music, film, and art.
January
Prague Winter: Annual festival of opera, ballet, and classical music at
the National Theater and Prague Castle. www.praguewinterfestival.com
New Year’s Day Fireworks: The New Year’s Eve celebrations in Prague
feature fireworks as well, with hordes of people descending on Old
Town Square and Wenceslas Square to ring in the New Year. Along the
waterfront the next day, you’ll also be treated to a well-lit night sky with
fireworks starting over the Vltava around 18:00.
February
Carnevale Praha: Bohemian Carnival is celebrated with all manner of
parades, balls, and musical performances. www.carnevale.cz
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march
Easter Markets (Velikonoční trhy): Prague’s Easter markets traditionally
open around March 24 and run through April 15 in Old Town and
Wenceslas squares, as well as smaller markets in outlying districts.
Traditional hand-painted Easter eggs and pomlázka, or whipping
sticks, are available for sale alongside a variety of food and drink, and
entertainment.
FebioFest: Prague’s largest film festival with some in-depth
retrospectives on renowned films and filmmakers. Films show at
CineStar Anděl. www.febiofest.cz
One World (Jeden Svět): Documentary film festival centered on human
rights. www.jedensvet.cz
April
Days of European Film Festival: Current European films debut in Prague.
Most films are shown with English subtitles. www.eurofilmfest.cz
may
Book World Prague: An international book fair. www.bookworld.cz
Czech Beer Festival: Calls attention to the wondrous varieties of Czech
beer. www.ceskypivnifestival.cz
Khamoro: A world Roma festival featuring musical performances at
Roxy and other venues. www.khamoro.cz
Prague Fringe: This quirky English-language theater festival takes place
at unique Prague venues in May/June. www.praguefringe.com
Prague Spring (Pražké jaro): A major international classical music
festival held at Obecní dům and other concert halls throughout May
and June. www.festival.cz
June
Czech Folklore Festival: Large celebration of folk music and Czech
heritage happening in various towns throughout the summer. www.
folkcountry.cz
Mezi Ploty (“In Between Fences”): A weekend theater and music
festival at the Bohnice psychiatric facility. www.meziploty.cz
Museum Night (Muzejní noc): From 19:00 to 1:00 on a night in early
June, the city opens the doors of its museums for free and also
provides free transport. praha.muzejninoc.cz
Prague Food Festival: Prague restaurants deliver a gourmet taste of
specialties. www.praguefoodfestival.com
Prague Writers’ Festival: Acclaimed authors from around the world give
talks and sign books. www.pwf.cz
United Islands Music Festival: A two-day, international music festival
that takes place on the islands of the Vltava with nine stages and over
150 bands.
July
Ameropa: Large festival of chamber music held at a variety of Prague
concert halls throughout July and August. www.ameropa.org
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival: The biggest film festival in the
Czech Republic, and one of the oldest in Europe.
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Prague Proms: Classical music festival brings foreign and domestic
talent to Prague throughout July. www.pragueproms.cz
Rock for People: One of the largest outdoor summer music festivals.
www.rockforpeople.cz
Summer Shakespeare Festival: From June to September, Shakespeare
is performed in the courtyard of Prague Castle. www.shakespeare.cz
August
International Organ Festival: Concerts from a variety of European
organists in St. James’ Basilica every August/September. www.
auditeorganum.cz
Verdi Festival: Two weeks of concerts held at the State Opera House in
honor of the celebrated composer. www.opera.cz
Young Prague: An international music festival aimed at promoting
young artists in classical music. www.mladapraha.cz
September
Dvořák Prague Festival: World-famous orchestras, conductors and
interpreters of classical music give an annual series of concerts, in the
Dvořák Hall of the Rudolfinum. www.dvorakpraha.cz
Wine Festivals (vinobraní): In late August/early September, wine
harvesting begins. One of the largest festivals in Prague is Vinohradské
vinobraní in Vinohrady.
october
International Jazz Festival: Large jazz fest held at various Prague jazz
venues throughout October. www.jazzfestivalpraha.cz
Strings of Autumn (Struny podzimu): Major international music festival
held at the National Theater and other venues throughout the season.
www.strunypodzimu.cz
november
Afro-Bailar Festival Prague: Five-day event bringing African beats to
Prague’s main stages for performance, parties, and workshops. www.
afrobailar.com
december
International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music: Featuring a
variety of concerts of Advent and Christmas music. www.orfea.cz
The Bohuslav Martinů Festival in Prague: Classical music festival held
in December celebrating the composer.
www.martinu.cz
Prague Christmas: Competition festival held in Prague during Christmas
celebrating a variety of seasonal music and carols, along with Czech
Christmas traditions. www.choirs.cz
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Stand-up comedy
crown comedy club
Music club & bar Phenomen,
Nádražní, Prague 5
+ 420 720 755 279
www.crowncomedyclub.com | myseat@crowncomedyclub.com
Crown Comedy Club is the only regular professional English stand up
comedy show in Prague. Award-winning English-speaking performers
coming to entertain expats and locals with quick one liners and witty
commentary on every day life.
concert venues
prague Symphony orchestra
nám. Republiky 5, 110 00, Praha 1
+420 222 002 425
www.fok.cz | pso@fok.cz
The Prague Symphony Orchestra is a leading Czech music ensemble that
has been enriching the concert life of the Czech capital and representing
Czech culture at the highest level abroad for more than 75 years.
classical music/opera
Estates Theater (Stavovské Divadlo) www.stavovskedivadlo.cz
Železná 540/11, Prague - Staré město +420 224 228 503
Klementinum www.nkp.cz
Klementinum 190, Prague 1 +420 221 663 111
Lobkowicz Palace www.hrad.cz
Pražský Hrad, Prague 1 +420 224 371 111
Municipal House (Obecní Dům) www.obecni-dum.cz
nám. Republiky 5, Prague 1 +420 222 002 101
National Theatre (Národní Divadlo) www.narodni-divadlo.cz
Ostrovní 1, Prague 1 +420 224 901 448
Prague State Opera www.opera.cz
Legerova 75, 110 00 Prague 1 +420 296 117 111
Rudolfinum www.galerierudolfinum.cz
Alšovo nábřeží 12, Prague 1 +420 227 059 205
St. George’s Basilica www.hrad.cz
Pražský Hrad, Prague 1 +420 224 371 111
St. Nicholas’s www.svmikulas.cz
Staroměstské nám., Prague 1 +420 224 190 991
Spanish Synagogue www.jewismuseum.cz
Dušní, Prague 1 +420 222 749 211
ballet/dance
Divadlo Ponec www.divadloponec.cz
Husitská 24a/899, Prague 3 +420 222 721 531
National Theatre www.narodni-divadlo.cz
Ostrovní 1, Prague 1 +420 224 901 448
Prague State Opera www.opera.cz
Legerova 75, 110 00 Prague 1 +420 296 117 111
theater
Alfred ve Dvoře www.alfredvedvore.cz
Františka Křížka 36, Prague 7 +420 233 376 985
A Studio Rubin www.astudiorubin.cz
Malostranské nám. 9, Prague 1 +420 257 221 158
Divadlo Inspirace www.hamu.cz
Malostranské nám. 13, Prague 1 +420 234 244 126
Divadlo na Prádle www.napradle.cz
Besední 3, Prague1 +420 257 320 421
Karlin Musical www.hdk.cz
Křižíkova 10, Prague 8 +420 221 868 111
La Fabrika www.lafabrika.cz
Komunardů 28, Prague 7 +420 774 417 644
Švandovo Divadlo www.svandovodivadlo.cz
Štefánikova 57, Prague 5 +420 234 651 111
cinemas
Atlas Art Kino www.atlascinema.cz
Sokolovská 1, Prague 8 +420 222 312 737
Bio Oko www.biooko.cz
Františka Křížka 15, Prague 7 +420 233 382 606
Cinema City Flora www.cinemacity.cz
Vinohradská 151, Prague 3 +420 255 742 021
Cinema City Galaxie www.cinemacity.cz
Arkalycká 1, Prague 4 +420 255 742 021
Cinema City Letňany www.cinemacity.cz
Veselská 663, Prague 9 +420 840 200 240
Cinema City Nový Smíchov www.cinemacity.cz
Plzeňská 8, Prague 5 +420 840 200 240
Cinema City Slovanský dům www.cinemacity.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 840 200 240
Cinema City Zličín www.cinemacity.cz
Řevnická 1, Prague 5 +420 255 742 021
Cine Star Anděl www.cinestar.cz
Radlická 1E, Prague 5 +420 251 115 111
Cine Star Černý Most www.cinestar.cz
Chlumecká 8, Prague 9 +420 266 790 999
Evald www.evald.cz
Národní 28, Prague 1 +420 221 105 225
Kino Aero www.kinoaero.cz
Biskupcova 31, Prague 3 +420 271 771 349
Kino Mat www.mat.cz
Karlovo náměstí 19, Prague 2 +420 224 915 765
Lucerna www.lucerna.cz
Vodičkova 36, Prague 1 +420 224 216 972
Modřanský biograf www.modranskybiograf.cz
U Kina 44, Prague 4 + 420 241 772 832
Premiere Cinemas Park Hostivař www.premierecinemas.cz
Švehlova 32, Prague 10 +420 840 200 240
Ponrepo - Bio Konvikt www.bio-ponrepo.cz
Bartolomějská 11, Prague 1 +420 226 211 866
Světozor www.kinosvetozor.cz
Vodičkova 41, Prague 1 +420 224 946 824
live music
Bunkr Parukářka www.parukarka.eu
Na Parukářce, Prague 3 +420 774 451 091
Chapeau Rouge www.chapeaurouge.cz
Jakubska 2, Prague 1 +420 222 316 328
Cross Club www.crossclub.cz
Plynární 1096, Prague 7 +420 736 535 010
Czech Inn Kavarna www.czech-inn.com
Francouzská 76, Prague 2 +420 267 267 600
Divadlo Archa www.archatheatre.cz
Na Poříčí 26, Prague 1 +420 221 716 111
Klub Strahov 007 www.klub007.cz
Caloupeckého 7, Prague 6 n/a
Kulturní Centrum Vltavská www.vltavska.cz
Bubenská 1447, Prague 7 +420 220 878 455
Lucerna Music Bar www.musicbar.cz
Vodičkova 36, Prague1 +420 224 217 108
Matrix Club www.matrixklub.cz
Koněvova 13, Prague 3 +420 776 611 042
Meet Factory www.meetfactory.cz
Na Sklárně 3213, Prague 5 +420 251 551 796
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Palác Akropolis www.palacakropolis.cz
Kubelíkova 27, Prague3 +420 296 330 911
Red Room www.redroom.cz
Myslíkova 28, Prague 1 +420 222 520 084
Rock Cafe www.rockafe.cz
Národní 20, Prague 1 +420 224 933 477
Roxy www.roxy.cz
Dlouhá 33, Prague 1 n/a
SaSaZu www.sasazu.cz
Bubenské nábřeží 306/13 +420 284 097 455
Styx Smart Club www.clubstyx.cz
Sokolovská 144, Prague 8 +420 603 236 533
Vagon www.vagon.cz
Národní 25, Prague 1 +420 733 737 301
Wakata www.wakata.eu
Malířská 14, Prague 7 +420 233 370 518
XT3 www.xt3.cz
Rokycanova 29, Prague 3 +420 222 783 463
Jazz clubs
AghaRTA Jazz Centrum www.agharta.cz
Železná 16, Prague 1 +420 222 211 275
Balbinka www.balbinka.cz
Balbínova 6, Prague 2 +420 723 889 143
Blues Sklep www.bluessklep.cz
Liliová 10, Prague 1 +420 774 624 677
Jazzboat www.jazzboat.cz
Dvořákovo nábřeží, Prague 1 +420 734 141 554
Jazz Dock www.jazzdock.cz
Janáčkova nábřeží 2, Prague 5 +420 774 058 838
Jazz Time www.jazztime.cz
Krakovská 19, Prague 1 +420 222 212 994
Malostranská Beseda www.malostranska-beseda.cz
Malostranské náměstí 21, Paha 1 +420 257 409 104
Reduta www.redutajazzclub.cz
Národní 20, Prague 1 +420 224 933 487
Republika www.republika-restautrace.cz
Na Poříčí 12, Prague 1 +420 242 481 655
U Malého Glena www.malyglen.cz
Karmelitská 23, Prague 1 +420 257 531 717
Ungelt Jazz & Blues Club www.jazzungelt.cz
Týn 2, Prague 1 +420 224 895 787
museums
Antonín Dvořák Museum www.nm.cz
Ke Karlovu 20, Prague 2 +420 224 918 013
Ball Games House www.hrad.cz
Pražský hrad, Prague 1 +420 224 373 579
Bedřich Smetana Museum www.nm.cz
Novotného lávka 1, Prague 1 +420 222 220 082
Bílek’s Villa n/a
Mickiewiczova 1, Prague 6 +420 224 322 021
Charles Bridge Museum www.muzeumkarlovamostu.cz
Křižovnické nám. 3, Prague 1 +420 775 311 717
Convent of St. Agnes of Bohemia www.nm.cz
U Milosrdných 17, Prague 1 +420 224 810 628
Czech Museum of Fine Arts www.cmvu.cz
Husova 19-21, Prague 1 +420 222 220 218
Czech Music Museum www.nm.cz
Karmelitská 2/4, Prague 1 +420 257 257 777
Exhibition Hall Mánes www.ncvu.cz
Masarykovo nábřeží 250, Prague 1 +420 224 932 938
Franz Kafka Museum www.kafkamuseum.cz
Cihelná 2b, Prague 1 +420 257 535 507
Futura www.futuraproject.cz
Holečkova 49, 150 00 Prague 5 +420 251 511 804
Galerie Gambra www.gambra.jex.cz
Černínská 5, Prague 1 +420 220 514 785
Galerie Rudolfinum www.galerierudolfinum.cz
Alšovo nábřeží 12, Prague 1 +420 227 059 309
Gallery of Josef Sudek www.upm.cz
Úvoz 24, Prague 1 n/a
Golden Ring House www.ghmp.cz
Týnská 6, Prague 1 +420 224 827 022
House at the Black Madonna www.ngprague.cz
Celetná 34, Prague 1 +420 224 301 003
Hunt Kastner Artworks www.huntkastner.com
Kamenická 22, Prague 7 +420 222 969 887
Imperial Stables www.hrad.cz
Pražský hrad - II. Nádvoří, Prague 1 +420 224 373 312
Jan Saudek Gallery www.saudekgallery.cz
Celetná 9, Prague 1 +420 222 313 064
Jewish Museum www.jewishmuseum.cz
U Staré školy 1, Prague 1 +420 221 711 511
Jiří Švestka Gallery www.jirisvestka.com
Biskupský Dvůr 6, Prague 1 +420 222 311 092
Kinský Palace www.ngprague.cz
Staroměstské náměstí 12, Prague 1 +420 224 810 758
Langhans Gallery www.langhansgalerie.cz
Vodičkova 37, Prague 1 +420 222 929 333
Lapidárium www.nm.cz
Výstaviště 422, Prague 7 +420 233 375 636
Leica Gallery Prague www.lgp.cz
Školská 28, Prague 1 +420 602 287 820
Lobkowicz Palace www.hrad.cz
Jiřská 3, Prague 1 +420 224 372 423
Malá Šárka Gallery www.malasarka.cz
Malý dvůr 638, Prague 6 +420 602 780 579
Mucha Museum www.mucha.cz
Panská 7, Prague 1 +420 224 216 415
Municipal Library www.mlp.cz
Mariánské náměstí 1, Prague 1 +420 222 310 489
Museum of Decorative Arts www.upm.cz
17.listopadu 2, Prague 1 +420 251 093 111
Museum of Marionettes www.puppetart.com
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Museum of Medieval Torture Instruments
Křižovnické nám. 1, Prague 1 +420 723 360 479
Museum of the Prague Bambino www.pragjesu.info
Karmelitská 9, Prague 1 +420 257 533 646
Náprstek Museum www.nm.cz
Betlémské náměstí 1, Prague 1 +420 224 497 500)
National Museum of Agriculture www.nzm.cz
Kostelní 44, Prague 7 +420 220 308 200
Old Town Hall www.ghmp.cz
Staroměstské náměstí 1, Prague 1 +420 224 482 751
Prague Castle Gallery www.hrad.cz
Pražský hrad - II. Nádvoří, Prague 1 +420 224 373 531
Prague Jewish Museum www.jewishmuseum.cz
U Staré školy 1, Prague 1 +420 221 317 191
Prague Wax Museum www.waxmuseumprague.cz
Melantrichova 5, Prague 1 +420 224 229 852
Queen Anna's Summerhouse www.hrad.cz
Mariánské hradby 52/1, Prague 1 +420 224 372 327
Sex Machines Museum www.sexmachinemuseum.com
Melantrichova 18, Prague 1 +420 227 186 260
Školská 28 – Communication Space www.skolska28.cz
Školská 28, Prague 1 +420 296 325 066
St. George's Convent www.ngprague.cz
Jiřské nám. 33, Prague 1 +420 257 531 644
Stone Bell House www.ghmp.cz
Staroměstské náměstí 13, Prague 1 +420 224 827 526
Schwarzenberg Palace www.ngprague.cz
Hradčanské nám. 2, Prague 1 +420 223 081 731
Sternberg Palace www.ngprague.cz
Hradčanské nám.15, Prague 1 +420 233 090 570
The Riding House www.hrad.cz
U Prašného mostu 53/7, Prague 1 +420 224 373 232
Trója Chateau www.ghmp.cz
U Trojského zámku 1, Prague 1 +420 283 851 614
U Fleků Brewery Museum www.ufleku.cz
Křemencova 11, Prague 1 +420 224 934 019
Veletržní Palace www.ngprague.cz
Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 +420 224 301 111
Zbraslav Chateau www.ngprague.cz
Bartoňova 2, Prague 5 +420 257 921 638
Gay-Friendly Venues
Alcatraz mujalkac.webnode.cz
Bořivojova 58, Prague 3 +420 222 711 458
Bar 21 www.klub21.cz
Římská 21, Prague 1 +420 603 539 475
Café Café www.cafe-cafe.cz
Rytířská 10, Prague 1 +420 224 210 597
Club Termix www.club-termix.cz
Třebízského 4a, Prague 2 +420 222 710 462
Drake's www.drakes.cz
Zborovská 50, Prague 5 +420 257 326 828
Erra www.cafeerra.cz
Konviktská 11, Prague 1 +420 222 220 568
Escape www.escapeprague.eu
V Jámě 8, Prague 1 +420 774 873 411
Friends www.friendsprague.cz
Bartolomějská 11, Prague 1 +420 226 211 920
JampaDampa www.jampadampa.cz
V Tůních 10, Prague 2 +420 739 592 099
On Club www.onclub.cz
Vinohradská 40, Prague 2 +420 725 930 165
Radost FX www.radostfx.cz
Bělehradská 120, Prague 2 +420 603 193 711
Saints Bar www.saintsbar.cz
Polská 32, Prague 1 +420 222 250 326
Sauna Babylonia www.saunababylonia.cz
Martinská 6, Prague 1 +420 224 232 304
Sauna Bonbon www.saunabonbon.cz
Černomořská 6, Prague 10 +420 777 146 068
Sauna Marco www.saunamarco.cz
Lublaňská 17, Prague 2 +420 224 262 833
Temple (formerly Pinocchio) www.clubtemple.net
Seifertova 3, Prague 3 +420 222 710 773
Tingl Tangl www.tingltangl.cz
Karolíny Světlé 12, Prague 1 +420 224 238 278
bars
Al Capone’s www.alcapone.cz
Bartolomějská 3, Prague 1 +420 224 212 192
Aloha Wave Lounge www.alohaPrague.cz
Dušní 11, Prague 1 +420 602 251 392
Bar and Books www.barandbooks.cz
Týnská 19, Prague 1 +420 224 815 122
BaReGo www.mandarinoriental.cz
Nebovidská 459, Prague 1 +420 233 088 888
Belushi’s www.belushis.com
Obdorů 4, Prague 2 +420 221 595 360
The Blind Eye Bar www.blindeye.cz
Vlkova 26, Prague 3 n/a
Blue Light www.bluelightbar.cz
Josefská 1, Prague 1 +420 257 533 126
Bombay Bar www.bombay-bar.cz
Dlouhá 13, Prague 1 +420 721 882 557
The Brewery Bar www.roccofortecollection.com
Letenská 12, Prague 1 +420 266 112 233
Buddha-Bar Hotel www.buddha-barhotel.cz
Jakubská 649, Prague 1 +420 221 776 300
Bugsys Cocktail Bar www.bugsysbar.cz
Pařížská 10, Prague 1 +420 840 284 797
Bukowski’s
Bořivojova 86, Prague 3 n/a
Cafe Pavlač www.cafepavlac.cz
Víta Nejedlého 23, Prague 3 +420 222 721 731
Chapeau Rouge www.chapeaurouge.cz
Jakubska 2, Prague 1 +420 222 316 328
Cloud-9 Bar www.cloud9.cz
Hilton Prague, Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 224 842 999
Club Újezd www.clubujezd.cz
Újezd 18, Prague 1 +420 251 510 872
Čili Bárek www.cilibar.cz
Kožná 8, Prague 1 +420 777 945 848
Dirty Dog Cocktail Bar www.dirtydogbar.cz
Vinohradská 102, Prague 3 +420 775 364 468
Duende www.barduende.cz
Karolíny Světlé 30, Prague 1 +420 775 186 077
Fraktál www.fraktalbar.cz
Šmeralova 1, Prague 1 +420 777 794 094
Hany Bany Bar ww.hanybany.cz
Veleslavínova 5, Prague 1 +420 222 327 602
Hapu n/a
Orlická 8, Prague 3 +420 222 720 158
Hemingway Bar Prague www.hemingwaybar.eu
Karolíny Světlé 26, Prague 1 +420 773 974 764
Hotel U Prince www.hoteluprince.cz
Staroměstské nám. 29, Prague 1 +420 224 213 807
Jet Set www.jetset.cz
V Jámě 6, Prague 1 +420 221 634 100
Mad Bar www.madbar.cz
Plaská 5, Prague 5 +420 257 219 855
M1 Lounge m1lounge.com
Masná 1, Prague 1 +420 227 195 235
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N11 www.n11.cz
Národní 11, Prague 1 +420 222 075 705
Orange Bar & Café www.orangebar.cz
Haštalská 15, Prague 1 +420 731 486 601
PopoCafePetl www.popocafepetl.cz
Újezd 19, Italská 18 +420 739 110 074
Solidní Nejistota www.solidninejistota.cz
Pštrossova 21 +420 605 000 500
Tretter’s www.tretters.cz
V kolkovně 3, Prague 1 +420 224 811 165
Ultramarin www.ultramarin.cz
Ostrovní 32, Prague 1 +420 224 932 249
Radost FX www.radostfx.cz
Bělehradská 120, Prague 2 +420 224 254 776
U Sudu www.usudu.cz
Vodičkova 10, Prague 1 +420 222 232 207
Zanzibar www.kavarnazanzibar.cz
Americká 15, Prague 1 +420 222 520 315
Zelena Zahrada www.zelena-zahrada.eu
Šmilovského 12, Prague 2 +420 222 518 159
Žlutá Pumpa www.zluta-pumpa.info
Belgická 11, Prague 2 +420 608 184 360
music clubs
Abaton www.prostorabaton.cz
Na Košince 8, Prague 8 +420 777 210 680
Batalion www.batalion.cz
28. Října 3, Prague 1 +420 220 108 147
Cross Club www.crossclub.cz
Plynární 23, Prague 7 +420 775 541 430
Double Trouble www.doubletrouble.cz
Melantrichova 17, Prague 1 +420 221 632 414
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Duplex www.duplex.cz
Václavské nám. 21, Prague 1 +420 732 221 111
Futurum Music Bar futurum.musicbar.cz
Zborovská 7, Prague 5 +420 257 328 571
James Dean www.jamesdean.cz
V Kolkovně 1, Prague 1 +420 606 979 797
Karlovy Lázně www.karlovylazne.cz
Smetanovo nábř. 198, Prague 1 +420 222 220 502
Klubovna klubovna.povalec.cz
Generála Píky, Prague 6 +420 777 695 380
K.U. Bar Lounge www.kubar.cz
Rytířská 13, Prague 1 +420 221 181 081
Le Clan www.leclan.cz
Balbínova 23, Prague 2 +420 222 251 226
Lucerna Music Bar www.musicbar.cz
Vodičkova 36, Prague 1 +420 224 217 108
Mecca www.mecca.cz
U průhonu 3, Prague 7 +420 734 155 300
Misch Masch www.mischmasch.cz
Veletržní 6, Prague 7 +420 603 272 227
Nebe Celnice www.nebepraha.cz
Křemencova 10, Prague 1 +420 608 644 784
Nebe Václavské náměstí www.nebepraha.cz
Václavské nám. 56, Prague 1 +420 608 644 784
Nebe Křemencova www.nebepraha.cz
V Celnici 4, Prague 1 +420 608 644 784
Retro Music Hall www.retroPrague.cz
Francouzská 75, Prague 2 +420 603 176 111
Studio 54 www.studio54.cz
Hybernská 38, Prague 1 +420 776 000 053
Vertigo www.vertigo-club.cz
Havelská 4, Prague 1 +420 744 744 255
Yes Club www.yesclub.cz
Škrétova 1, Prague 2 n/a
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Pilsner Urquell, one of the most
recognizable Czech brands. The
beer distinguishes itself with its
crisp hoppy taste and bouquet. The
secret to Pilsner Urquell’s unique
taste is the use of saaz hops, firebrewed
wort, and the local spring
water, which is free of impurities.
This year Pilsner Urquell celebrated 170 years
of brewing. A measure of the beer’s enduring
quality is that unlike so many of its competitors
the company sticks to one beer. They don’t
have lights and dark or fruit varieties. There is
one Pilsner Urquell and that taste has remained
largely unchanged for decades.
Apart from being a flagship product, Pilsner
Urquell holds a special place for Czechs,
and it’s not only because of its status as the
original pilsner. Pilsner Urquell is regarded
as the beer of choice for lunch or dinner, the
ideal accompaniment to a hearty Czech meal
of schnitzel and potato salad or goulash and
dumplings.
The connection between Pilsner Urquell and food
is so ingrained that the brewery has a network
of Pilsner Urquell-branded restaurants throughout
the country. These restaurants are known for
good quality food and service and for giving a
traditional atmosphere to your dining experience.
Furthermore, these restaurants ensure that the
beer served is clean and fresh. Best of all, these
restaurants give you an opportunity to sample
Pilsner Urquell from a tank – that is, straight from
the brewery to the pub without being transferred
to a keg. Visit the Pilsner Web site which lists its
top-20 restaurants to make your choice.
Pilsner Urquell will be contributing to the Expats.
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field. Keep an eye on Expats.cz/food-and-drink for
future content.
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The Czech lands have long been famous for
beer. One variety – the pilsner – originated in the
town of Plzeň – Pilsen in German – from which
the beer gets its name. The story of the original
pilsner – which is Pilsner Urqell – began in 1838,
when angry Plzeň residents decided to dump
36 undrinkable barrels into the town sewer in
protest against the poor quality. This incident
prompted some local brewers to find a method
of brewing that would ensure a more stable
quality of production. This first step initiated a
change that affected the entire brewing industry
and set the golden standard for all lagers. Then
Plzeň brewers made a key decision: they hired
young architect Martin Stelzer. They built the
best brewery in the world. For its construction he
chose the site on the shore of the Radbuza River,
which offered many natural advantages. One of
them was the sandstone bedrock, which allowed
the easy digging of long tunnels for storing beer
in a cool place. Found even deeper below are the
fresh water springs which make Pilsner beer so
unique.
Today Pilsner Urquell is under the stewardship of
leading brewing group SABMiller. This company is
committed to preserving heritage which the brewers
have kept and passing it on into this new millennium.
Pilsner Urquell has emerged from national heritage
and become a flagship of the group.
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A cut-glass cup of Emperor Francis Joseph I from
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food & drink
The Czech capital, once a culinary void, is now
a dining destination with each year bringing a
new crop of interesting eateries to the foodie
forefront. We’ve cooked up an expat guide to
food and drink that’ll take you to some of the
best restaurants and cafés that Prague has to
offer while lending you a hand in the kitchen
and the supermarket aisles. Farmers’ markets,
specialty food shops, tips on tipping and other
local customs let you relish every bite just like
a native.
tRAditionAl czech Food
No matter how you dress them up, Czech dishes are, in their most
basic form, comforting, hearty, and reflect a mixed pedigree of
influences. Řízek (pork schnitzel) from Vienna. Spicy beef guláš
(goulash) from Hungary. Zelí (sauerkraut) from Germany. Game—rabbit,
deer, and wild boar—and freshwater fish like trout round out the menu.
The humble potato is given a number of tasty treatments, including
roasting and spiking with garlic and bacon. Smažený sýr (fried cheese)
is a wedge of deep-fried Edam. The national dish is svíčková—beef
sirloin in gravy, topped with cranberry jam and a dollop of cream.
Baked goods typically utilize the season’s bounty; apples, cherries,
and plums turn up in bublanina, a yellow sponge cake, štrůdl, and
of course, koláč, pastry topped with fruit or mák (poppy-seed) paste.
Meals begin with polévka (a brothy soup) and often end with a shot of
Becherovka, an herbal spirit which is said to aid digestion.
czech ReStAuRAntS
A few important dining-out customs and manners: You typically won’t
be shown to a table; it’s up to you to find a seat. Restaurants may
have tables for four or six and it’s acceptable to slide onto the end of
an occupied table if no others are free. Non-smoking restaurants are
becoming more common here; the EU now dictates that establishments
indicate via a sticker on the door if smoking is allowed. It’s
advantageous to order from the denní (daily) menu at lunchtime. These
affordable meals come with soup and bread and are delivered to your
table in a flash. A basket of bread may appear on the table, but you’ll
be charged if you eat a single morsel. You’ll have to ask for ice in your
drink, butter for bread, and sometimes condiments. Many restaurants
have begun offering kohoutková voda (tap water). When the time
comes to settle up, the waiter will ask if you want to pay dohromady
(together) or zvlášť (separately). Tipping 10–15% is appreciated, but
not mandatory—if you’re with a large group, gratuity is often added.
Always double check your bill! Popular Czech restaurants from our
message boards: Kolkovna Celnice, Novoměstský pivovar, U Medvídků,
Lokál, and Malostranská Beseda. For our handy Czech menu decoder,
see LANGUAGE, page 126.
czech beeR/pubS
If beer drinking is not a national sport, then it’s at least a basic part
both of the Czech lifestyle and cuisine. Some natives even consider it
a soft drink. Desítka (ten-degree beer) and dvanáctka (twelve-degree
beer) are the two main types of pivo. The term desítka means that
the beer contains 10 percent (or degrees, as the brewers used to say)
extract of the original young beer, while dvanáctka has 12 percent.
The latter, containing about 5 percent alcohol, has a fuller taste and a
stronger flavor of hops than the former, which normally has around 4
percent alcohol. Czech beer, in both of its versions, is relatively weak
in alcohol, but rich in flavor. Tankovna, or unpasteurized beer, is served
at Pilsner Urquell and Bernard pubs fresh from the tank. Experts say
that the flavor is superior to that of pasteurized varieties. Only places
that advertise as tankovna actually serve beer from the tank; others
may serve unpasteurized brew from the bottle or keg. Most of the
beer brewed in the Czech Republic is ležák (lager) of varying color,
from světlý (pale), to jantar (amber), to tmavý (dark), to černý (black).
Of late, microbreweries have been springing up all over Prague and
beyond, many of them showcasing their craft brews at the annual
Czech Beer Festival in May. Zubatý pes is a new pub pouring numerous
Czech microbrews and imports. The Prague Beer Museum has 30
regional brews from around the country on tap. Nota Bene Restaurant
and Beerpoint has an impressive menu of domestic microbrews. Beer
gardens are also an essential part of Czech beer culture. The most
famous are located in Prague’s green spaces: Riegrovy Sady, Letná,
and Vyšehrad. A local, less-obvious favorite is Parukářka in Žižkov.
Gardens open around April, depending on the weather, and sometimes
don’t close till October.
czech cAFÉ cultuRe
Prague’s kavárny (cafés) are legendary for their associations with
great thinkers, writers, and revolutionaries. You can’t speak of Prague
cafés without mentioning Grand Café Slavia, frequented by former
president Václav Havel during his dissident years. Kafka and Einstein
spent hours in the elegant Art Nouveau Café Louvre. Café Savoy with
its waistcoated waiters is a throwback to the glamorous era of the First
Republic. The glorious Municipal House’s Kavárna Obecní Dům has
live piano music daily. We like Kafíčko and Friends for their smokefree,
friendly atmosphere. Café Montmartre, Velryba, and Blatouch are
diamonds in the rough. Recently opened cafés focusing on coffee from
locally roasted, single-origin bean include: Café Lounge, Al Cafetero,
and Můj šálek kávy.
czech Wine
The country’s wines have come into their own in recent years, with
Czech vintners taking top honors at competitions around Central
Europe, and glam vinárny (wine bars) sprouting up in Prague like
vines. Some of the best Czech wine comes from the South Moravian
Region; Bohemia is home to the wine-growing sub-regions of Mělník
and Litoměřická. Upscale eateries Le Terroir, Divinis, and La Finestra
in Cucina are known for their import-heavy wine lists.
Vinograf, Red Pif, and The Wine Bar, all featuring domestic vintages,
are a good place to start one’s exploration of Czech viticulture. Note
that a good vinárna or vinotéka (wine shop) will always let you taste
before you buy. Numerous local vinotéka sell thin stolní víno (table
wine) from the cask. Bring your own liter bottle or jug to fill up. Burčák
is the grape juice that separates from the crop as it is pressed. Burčák
season officially kicks off on August 15 and is sold through November
30. Its creation coincides with the grape harvest, giving it a short shelflife.
Try burčák at one of the Prague’s annual vinobraní (wine festivals).
GRoceRy StoReS
These days one is hard pressed to think of items that can’t be found
in Czech supermarkets. (Though the presence of Western brands like
Ben & Jerry’s might seem like a nice slice of home, it’s worth saying
that companies who export such products have recently come under
fire from consumer groups for using inferior ingredients for the Eastern
market.) Potraviny (smaller grocers) carry staples of the Czech diet:
bread, potatoes, deli fare, root vegetables, and cabbage. The truly
economizing will want to learn enough food-related Czech to buy meat
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from the řeznictví (butcher’s shop), bread at the pekárna (bakery),
and wine at the vinárna (wine bar). Our newly launched “Deciperhing”
series on Expats.cz helps you navigate the supermarket aisle. Below, a
short glossary of useful terms, aisle-by-aisle:
bAkinG inGRedientS
Baking powder (kypřicí prášek) and baking soda (jedlá soda) come in
slender packets.
Breadcrumbs (strouhanka), a Czech staple, are usually available near
the bread section.
Condensed milk (kondenzované) is by the coffee creamer, and comes
sweetened (sladká) or unsweetened (neslazené).
Corn starch (kukuřičný škrob) and potato starch (bramborový škrob)
are common.
Dried yeast (instantní droždí) comes in small sacks in the baking aisle;
fresh yeast (čerstvé kvasnice) in square blocks in the refrigerated
section.
Extracts include rum, almond, lemon and the harder-to-come-by vanilla.
Flour comes in three varieties to indicate degree of fineness: hladká,
polohrubá, and hrubá (fine, semi-fine, and coarse). Krupice is a coarse
flour similar to semolina. Whole-wheat flour is celozrnná pšeničná
mouka. Rye flour (žitná mouka) is also available.
Food coloring (potravinářské barvivo) comes packaged in powder (not
liquid) form.
Pastry (těsto) is also available as puff sheets (lístkové těsto ot listové
těsto).
Shortening (rostlinný tuk) can be found in the refrigerated section by
the butter.
Spices include nutmeg (muškátový oříšek), cinnamon (skořice), ginger
(zázvor), and cloves (hřebičký). They are usually available whole or
ground (celý/mletý).
Sugar (cukr) is available as krystal or granulated (krupice) or as
powdered (moučka). Vanilkový cukr can be found in a sachet near the
spices. Brown sugar is less common in supermarkets but can be found
at Marks & Spencer.
Vegetable oil is rostlinný olej.
bReAd
Bageta is a baguette. The ones from the larger supermarkets, baked on
site, are quite good.
Držkovský is a variation on the standard Czech bread. It is oval with a
copper-brown crust. The crust is shinier than most other breads.
Hostivařský comes in large circular loaves with a hard crust, topped
with caraway seeds.
Houska is a common bread roll. It is baked into braids and topped with
seeds or salt.
Konzumní or šumavský is oval, with a golden-brown chewy crust.
Pivní rohlík is the rohlík’s longer, thinner cousin. Sea salt is often
baked on top. Traditionally, it is eaten with beer.
Rohlík is a common roll, in the shape of a crescent. Available with
a caraway or poppy-seed topping and in wholegrain and multi-grain
varieties.
Slunečnicový contains sunflower seeds, hence the name. (Slunečnice
is the Czech word for sunflower.) The seeds are also baked on top,
making it easy to distinguish.
Toustový chléb is sliced sandwich bread. Less springy than UK or US
brands.
czech cheeSeS
Balkánský sýr (Balkan cheese) is the local equivalent for feta, though
it cannot be called feta because it is made from cow’s milk; EU naming
regulations require that feta be made from goat’s milk.
Brynza is a soft sheep’s milk cheese, traditionally served with the
Slovak dish halušky.
Eidam, named after the Dutch Edam, is bland, rubbery, and does not
melt well. Most often the cheese used in fried cheese (smažený sýr).
Ementál takes its name from the Emmentaler cheese of Switzerland,
but is applied to any cheese that most English-speakers would call
Swiss cheese.
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Hermelín is the term for cheeses similar in look and production to
camembert.
Jadel is a type of sheep’s cheese. It comes in long, thick braids.
Lovecký sýr is a variety of cheese with a high fat content and semi-soft
texture.
Niva is a Czech blue-vein cheese.
Olomoucké sýrečky is known for its pungent, some may even say
revolting, aroma.
Tavený sýr is a soft spreadable processed cheese that comes in
triangles.
deli counteR
Ham (šunka) comes in a variety of processed preparations: off the
bone (odkosti), smoked (uzeny), as dětská šunka, or mildly brined
Debrecinská pečeně with added paprika. English bacon (Anglická
slanina) is made from pork belly (pork side).
Salami (salám) can be purchased as Gothaj (like mortadella), Herkules
(a classic pork salami), and junior (like baloney). Paprikáš is fermented
salami with peppers.
Sausages can be párky, which are similar to frankfurters, and klobásy,
which are often thicker fattier sausages. Párky are suitable for
steaming, boiling or grilling. Klobásy are for grilling either on a hotplate,
pan, grill, or over an open fire. Drůbeží are sausages made from
poultry.
dAiRy AiSle
Butter (máslo) and margarine (margarín) brands include Hera, Rama,
and Perla. If labeled na pečení the product is intended for baking.
Buttermilk (podmáslí) translates as “sub butter” in Czech.
Cream (smetana) is also available whipped (šlehačka), for whipping
(na šlehání), for cooking (smetana na vaření), and as sour cream
(zakysaná smetana) and coffee creamer (smetana do kávy).
Milk (mléko) is color coded to indicate fat content. Green packaging
is low-fat with .5% (odstředěné, odtučněné, or nízkotučné). Blue is
skim 1.5% (polotučné). Red is whole milk 3–3.5% (plnotučné). Milk
with added acidophilusis is called acidofilní mléko. Kefírové mléko is a
cultured milk product like yogurt.
Yogurt (jogurt) often has big chunks (velké kousky) of fruit or fiber and
cereal (vláknina).
Tvaroh is a curd product similar to quark (though it’s not the same),
and larger stores will actually carry quark (čerstvý sýr), and cottage
cheese (cottage).
meAt counteR
Beef (hovězí) cuts include filet mignon (svíčková), flank (z pupku), top
blade (z předního bez kosti), rib eye (vysoký roštěnec bez kosti), sirloin
(ze špičky), T-bone (roštěnec a svíčková), chuck roast (z předního bez
kosti), ground beef (mleté maso), and prime rib roast (vysoký roštěnec
kostí).
Chicken (kuře) and turkey (krůta) parts are thighs (stehno), breast
(prsa), and legs (křidla).
Pork (vepřové) cuts include chops (vepřové kotlety), loin (vepřová
panenka), and tenderloin (svíčková).
nutRition lAbelS
While the EU currently unifies its food-labeling laws, you’ll likely come
across products that feature a hodgepodge of dietary details. Most
common in the Czech Republic are labels that list nutritional values per
100 g (3.5 oz) or 100 ml (about 1/2 cup) for kcal (calories), bílkovina
(protein), sacharidy (carbohydrates), tuk (fat), cukr (sugar) and in
some cases nasycených tuků (saturated fat), vlákno (fiber), and sodík
(sodium). Some manufacturers have begun putting Guideline Daily
Amounts (GDA)—simplified per-portion “traffic-light style” nutrition
labels—on package fronts.
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SpeciAlty Food ShopS
The Sapa Vietnamese market is Prague’s Little Hanoi; here you can
buy tofu in tubs of water and bags of frozen jumbo shrimp, along with
fresh herbs and exotic produce. Go to Japa for sushi ingredients and
frozen sweet potatoes, creamed corn, and panko breadcrumbs. Caféshop
Chez Amis is known for its cheap falafel and towering shelves of
halal products. For fresh seafood, our message boards regularly feature
e-shop Neptun Delikates, The Seafood Store (with multiple locations),
and Pescheria Adriatico. Homesick Brits gravitate towards one of the
four Robertson International Delicatessens for English-breakfast staples,
crisps, and biscuits, while Americans like Culinaria for their Doritos
and Duncan Hines cake mixes; recent arrival The Candy Store imports
American junk food as well. U Salvátora and Shalimar are fragrant
emporiums of spice. Get yourself to the Greek Corner for thick yogurt,
dolmades, and more. The Cheesy chain of stores brings flavorful Dutch
cheese to the Czech lands. The Italian restaurant Aromi’s La Bottega
carries fresh pasta, homemade sauces and numerous sundries.
czech deliS
Purchase pre-prepared salads (mayonnaise-heavy mixes of meat,
veggies, cheese, and pickles) at Czech delicatessens for take-away
or to eat on the spot, and chlebíček—an open-faced sandwich of a
layer of potato salad, a slice of meat, a slice of cheese, and a layer
of hard-boiled egg and pickle, topped with a swirl of cream. Lahůdky
also sell smoked fish and meat in aspic and cold potato-pancakes.
Some include cukrárna (sweet-shop) treats, an assortment of pastries
and cakes. Prague’s most beloved lahůdky are Jan Paukert, also
specializing in imported cheese, wine, cognac, and charcuterie, and
Zemark on Wenceslas Square.
FARmeRS’ mARketS
The overwhelming success of the first Prague farmers’ market in
March 2010 has led to a wave of farmářské trhy across the country.
The season starts in mid-March and usually runs until the end of
autumn. Though some locations stay open through Christmas, markets
usually close before the cold weather sets in. (The Holešovice Markets
continue indoors during the winter months.) Most green markets take
place on Saturday, though weekday farmers’ markets pop up, too.
Opening hours are generally from 8:00 or 9:00 until the early afternoon
on Saturdays, and longer on weekdays. Shoppers can purchase local
produce, much of it organic, and hopefully in compliance with quality
standards.
Fruit and vegetables, local cheeses, fish from South Bohemia,
sausages, bakery products, and organic honey are basic offerings,
but gourmet treats like ice cream made from goat’s milk or ostrich
pâté aren’t unheard of. You can also order farmářská bedýnka
(produce-boxes) for home delivery. Popular farmers’ markets are Jiřího
z Poděbrad and Palackého náměstí. For a comprehensive listing of
markets, dates, and opening times, visit www.ceskefarmarsketrhy.cz/
farmarske-trhy-praha.
oRGAnic Food
The Czech word for “organic” is “bio”—look for the official green biolabel
on the packaging. Supermarket chains carry organic beef (and
occasionally organic pork and lamb). Biofarma Sasov products are
recommended by foodie website Scuz.cz. But organic chicken, because
of its high production cost, isn’t farmed in the Czech Republic, and is
more difficult to find. Perhaps the only outlet is the Albio chain of health
food stores. Otherwise, for free-range chicken, the brand Vodňany,
available at many supermarkets, produces chicken labeled as “cornfed”
(kukuřičné, also referred to as farmářské or zlaté kuře). Eggs
from free-range hens are usually called vejce od slepic chovaných na
podestýlce—literally, “eggs from hens raised on hay” (as opposed to in
cages). To determine exactly where your meat came from, go to www.
biohovezi.cz and enter your product’s serial number.
Bio Market Vítek has a standard selection of health-store goods, plus
organic wines, and freshly ground spelt coffee. Country Life, the first
post-revolution health food wholesaler in the Czech Republic, is still
going strong. Their dry goods can be found in many supermarkets,
as well as in their own health food shops, which also sell groceries
and cosmetics. Rozmarýna’s offers free delivery for purchases over
800 CZK of its organic fruits and vegetables, cow and goat dairy
products, and teas. Bio Zahrada, a coffee shop and organic store with
a large selection of produce, and Bio Home are Vinohrady favorites.
Bioobchod.cz runs a number of stores across the Czech Republic. For
help deciphering lists of ingredients and other important consumer
information, visit Emulgatory.cz for a run-down of dyes, preservatives,
emulsifiers, and additives by illustration and code, as well as a list
of harmful ingredients to avoid. The site also provides a database of
articles on nutrition trends and topics.
czech pleASe Food bloG
Prague’s first English-language food blogger “Brewsta” posts a new
adventure in eating every week on Expats.cz. Brewsta’s most popular
annual posts—often hotly debated on our message boards—are his
“best of” articles. Here is a quick-reference list for dining out in Prague:
beSt ReStAuRAntS With A VieW
Terasa U Zlaté Studně (Terrace at the Golden Well)
Grosseto Marina Ristorante
Boat Hotel Matylda Ristorante
Kampa Park
Hergetova Cihelna
Letenský zámeček (Letná Beer Garden)
Coda at the Aria Hotel
Terasa Hotel U Prince
Céleste
Villa Richter
beSt FoR cheAp eAtS
Pho Vietnam Tuan & Lan
Red Hot Chilli
Arslan Kebab
Polévkárna
Bea’s Vegetarian Dhaba
Jan Paukert
Wenceslas Square sausage stands
Bageterie Boulevard
Giallo Rossa
Hot dogs at Náměstí Míru
Butch’s Burger
Mistral Café
Sushi Tam Da
beSt FoR buRGeRS
1. Mood Restaurant
2. The Tavern
3. Bohemia Bagel in Holešovice
4. Krystal Mozaika Bistro
5. Dish Fine Burger Bistro
6. 500 Restaurant
7. Restaurace Jáma
8. Hard Rock Café
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9. TGI Friday’s
10. Café Sladkovský
11. Blackdog Cantina
12. Hergetova Cihelna
beSt czech ReStAuRAntS
Lokál
Čestr
Mistral Café
Budvarka
La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise
U Medvídků
Plzeňská restaurace v Obecním domě
Café Louvre
Perpetuum
Café Savoy
Café Imperial
U Vejvodů
liStinGS
AmeRicAn ReStAuRAntS
tGi Friday´s Anděl
Nádražní 110, Prague 5
+420 257 286 261
www.tgifridays.cz | andel@rosinter.cz
The credo of T.G.I. Friday’s is to treat every customer as we would an
honored guest in our home! T.G.I. Friday’s restaurants have a dynamic
combination of good food, friendly staff and bottle-flipping entertaining
bartenders!
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tGi Friday´s karlova
Karlova 20, Prague 1
+420 222 221 419
www.tgifridays.cz | karlova@rosinter.cz
The credo of T.G.I. Friday’s is to treat every customer as we would an
honored guest in our home! T.G.I. Friday’s restaurants have a dynamic
combination of good food, friendly staff and bottle-flipping entertaining
bartenders!
tGi Friday´s na příkopě
Na Příkopě 27, Prague 1
+420 221 967 228
www.tgifridays.cz | tgi.fridays@rosinter.cz
The credo of T.G.I. Friday’s is to treat every customer as we would an
honored guest in our home! T.G.I. Friday’s restaurants have a dynamic
combination of good food, friendly staff and bottle-flipping entertaining
bartenders!
ASiAn ReStAuRAntS
zebra Asian noodle bar
Melantrichova 5, Prague 1
+420 777 873 333
www.zebranoodlebar.cz | info@zebranoodlebar.cz
Pan-Asian restaurant serves Thai, Japanese, Chinese dishes, fresh
ingredients are combined to perfection. interior and staff complete the
atmosphere to a unique dining experience. Located in Centre. Award
winning Pad-Thai. Special sushi selection.
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bARS
cloud 9 sky bar & lounge
Pobřežní 1, 186 00, Prague 8
+420 224 842 999
www.cloud9.cz | info@cloud9.cz
The first true SkyBar in the Czech Republic on the rooftop of the Hilton
Prague, stunning views of the city, open terraces, design interior, wide
selection of classic and signature cocktails, delicious meals, live DJs
Thursday through Saturday.
zest bar
Pobřežní 1, 186 00, Prague 8
+420 224 842 999
www.hiltonprague.cz | restaurants.prague@hilton.com
Sports bar serving cocktails and wide choice of Czech and international
beers and snacks, Hilton Classics such as Hilton Club Sandwich or Hilton
Burger. Live sports broadcasts.
cAFeS
café bistro
Pobřežní 1, 186 00, Prague 8
+420 224 842 700
www.hiltonprague.cz | restaurants.prague@hilton.com
Voted best café in the 2010 Czech Bar Awards and finished 2nd in 2011,
this Malá Strana spot is the height of sophistication. Whether you are
stopping by for a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner, afternoon coffee or
evening glass of wine.
café lounge
Plaská 615/8, 150 00 Prague 5 – Lesser Quarter
+420 257 404 020
www.cafe-lounge.cz | cafe@cafe-lounge.cz
Voted best café in the 2010 Czech Bar Awards and finished 2nd in 2011,
this Malá Strana spot is the height of sophistication. Whether you are
stopping by for a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner, afternoon coffee or
evening glass of wine.
cAteRinG & deliVeRy
hilton catering
Pobřežní 1, 186 00, Prague 8
+420 224 842 931
www.hiltonprague.cz | cb.prague@hilton.com
Our catering team can prepare a full, off-premises service ranging from
small gatherings to grand banquets. A degustation menu, a set menu, a
buffet menu, wine tastings, even themed menus are all possible. We can
customize our menus to your needs.
Fine dininG
Sarah bernhardt Restaurant
U Obecního domu 1, 110 00, Prague 1
+420 222 195 195
www.hotel-paris.cz/en/fine-dining-in-prague/
fboffice@hotel-paris.cz
The Sarah Bernhardt Restaurant is a true architectural masterpiece. A
priceless example of original Art Nouveau style, combination of exquisite
French and modern Czech cuisine. Come to taste our seasonal specialties
& every weekend with live music.
le Grill Restaurant and Garden @ kempinski
Hybernská 12, Prague 1
+420 226 226 126
www.kempinski.com/prague
concierge.prague@kempinski.com
Executive Chef Marek Fichtner has created an international large-scale
menu, while preparing his original dishes from the best quality products.
“Le Grill creates its own culinary tradition,” says one of the recent
restaurant reviews.
Avantgarde restaurant & café
Evropská 2690/17, 160 41 Praha 6
+420 224 174 224
www.avantgarderestaurant.cz
info@avantgarderestaurant.cz
AvantGarde fusion-style restaurant is a place that combines various world’s
cuisines. The menu reflects a desire to experiment and to try our new
forms of gastronomy. Now you can taste the FUSION in Dejvice as well.
Restaurant le papillon at le palais hotel prague
U Zvonařky 1, 120 00 Praha 2 - Vinohrady
+420 234 634 111
www.palaishotel.cz | info@palaishotel.cz
Fine dining in Restaurant Le Papillon with Garden Terrace serving culinary
delights complimented with breathtaking views of the City of Prague * 24
hours Lobby Bar and cozy library with open fireplace * Unique holistic Pure
Spa and lavish Health Club
indiAn ReStAuRAntS
curry house
Novákových 7, Prague 8
+420 284 684 417
www.curryhouse.cz | curryhouse@seznam.cz
We are happy to introduce to you Curry House. One of the most prestigious
and exciting Indian and Bangladeshi Restaurant in Prague. Our main
objective is to provide great food of the highest quality using only the
freshest and finest ingredients.
indian by nature
Pernerova 1, Prague 8 – Karlin
+420 222 968 622
www.ibn-restaurant.cz | info@ibn-restaurant.cz
With an amazingly well-priced all-you-can-eat lunch special at 109 CZK,
and boasting a sleek modern interior, our Karlin-based Indian restaurant
serves up delicious, authentic dishes that will satisfy even the largest of
appetites!
the pind
U Vodárny 1151/2, Vinohrady, Prague 3, 130 00
+420 222 516 085
www.thepind.cz | thepind@email.cz
Our dedicated 5-star team is committed to serving excellent authentic
Indian cuisine, while providing a warm and personalised service.
lal Qila
Italská 30, Prague 2 - Vinohrady
+420 774 310 774
www.lalqila.cz | lalqila@email.cz
We are a new Indian restaurant, right in the centre of Prague. Our chefs are
some of the best from India, preparing amazing food for reasonable prices.
Our food is served by helpful and friendly staff.
We are looking forward to your visit...
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Praha 5 – Anděl – tel.: +420 257 286 261
Praha 1 – Na Příkopě – tel.: +420 221 967 228
Praha 1 – Karlova – tel.: +420 222 221 419
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Japanese restaurant
www.tgifridays.cz
Praha 5 – Andûl – tel.:+420 257 286 265 www.planetsushi.cz
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zlatá praha Restaurant
InterContinental Prague, Pařížská 30,
Prague 1, 110 00 | +420 296 630 914
www.zlatapraharestaurant.cz | golden@icprague.com
Rooftop Zlatá Praha Restaurant with Summer terrace offers spectacular
360° views of the Old Town coupled with a modern gastronomy
experience, provided by Celebrity Chef Jan Horký. Seasonal á la carte
menu. Family Saturday and Sunday Brunch, 11am–15pm.
czechouse Grill & Rotisserie
Pobřežní 1, 186 00, Prague 8
+420 224 842 700
www.hiltonprague.cz | restaurants.prague@hilton.com
Design restaurant with show kitchen serving modern Czech and European
dishes, succulent cuts of US beef, Czech draught beer and high quality
local and international wines. Regular themed culinary events.
zinc Restaurant, lounge & bar
V Celnici 7, 110 00, Prague 1
+420 221 822 300
www.zinc.cz | zinc@hilton.com
Zinc Restaurant offers modern European cuisine with Asian flavours,
popular Sunday brunch with children’s corner. Zinc Lounge & Bar is an
ideal venue for business meetings, serves large selection of coffees,
cocktails and snacks.
JApAneSe ReStAuRAntS
planet Sushi
Nádražní 110, Prague 5
+420 257 286 261
www.planetsushi.cz | andel@rosinter.cz
You don’t have the time or money to go to Japan to enjoy genuine sushi?
No problem, just come to our Planet Sushi near Anděl, or call us to get
your food that you can pick up, ready for you, at the requested time.
non-SmokinG ReStAuRAntS
belushi’s bar & Restaurant
Odborů 4, Prague 2
+420 221 595 351
www.belushis.com/prague | info@belushis.com
Kick back and relax over burgers, beers, cocktails, and daily entertainment.
Catch sports on the big screen and live music on stage. Enjoy the lounge,
garden, table games, free Wifi, and A/C. 100% smoke-free. Central location
(inside Mosaic House).
pubS / bReWeRieS
plzeňský prazdroj, a.s.
U Prazdroje 7, 304 97 Plzeň
+420 222 710 159
www.prazdroj.cz | www.pilsner-urquell.cz | info@prazdroj.cz
Plzensky Prazdroj is the leading brewing company in Central Europe.
Representing the best traditions that date back to the early 19th century,
for which Pilsner Urquell has become a flagship of the international
portfolio of SAB Miller brands.
SpeciAlity Food ShopS
cape corner
South African Fine Food
+420 777 029 931
www.capecorner.cz | info@capecorner.cz
Are you looking for typical South African goodies? We offer delicious
South African food products in the Czech Republic. Order biltong, chutney,
rusks, chips, ciders, ProNutro and more online and have it delivered to your
door. Fast delivery!
Swiss cheese
Budějovická 1116, 252 42 Jesenice u Prahy
+420 602 696 412
www.swisscheese.cz | info@swisscheese.cz
Cosy shop on the outskirts of Prague, in Jesenice, with 100 varieties
of directly imported genuine Swiss cheese + raclette and fondue. Other
Swiss specialties: flavoured yogurt, quark, dried meat, ham, sausages,
Swiss chocolate, Mövenpick icecream.
cafés
Bakeshop Praha www.bakeshop.cz
Kozí 1, Prague 1 +420 222 316 823
Blatouch www.blatouch.cz
Americká 17, Prague 2 +420 222 328 643
Café Bistro www.hiltonprague.com
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 224 841 111
Café Café www.cafe-cafe.cz
Rytířská 10, Prague 1 +420 224 210 597
Café Montmartre n/a
Řetězová 7, Prague 1 +420 222 221 244
Café Orange n/a
Puškinovo náměstí 13, Prague 6 +420 603 894 499
Café Louvre www.cafelouvre.cz
Národní 22, Prague 1 +420 224 930 949
Café Savoy www.ambi.cz
Vítězná 5, Prague 5 +420 257 311 562
Café Vesmírna www.vesmirna.cz
Ve Smečkách 5, Prague 1 +420 222 212 363
Dobrá Čajovna www.tea.cz
Václavské Náměstí 14, Prague 1 +420 224 231 480
Elegant SkyBar
with stunning views
of Prague
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8
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Dobrá Trafika www.dobratrafika.cz
Korunní 42, Prague 2 +420 737 907 635
Dobrá Trafika www.dobratrafika.cz
Újezd 37, Prague 1 +420 732 852 364
Dynamo www.dynamorestaurace.cz
Pštrossová 220, Prague 1 +420 224 932 020
Ebel Coffee www.ebelcoffee.cz
Řetězová 9, Prague 1 +420 603 823 665
Ebel Coffee www.ebelcoffee.cz
Kaprová 11, Prague 1 +420 604 265 125
Friends Coffee House www.milujikavu.cz
Palackého 7, Prague 1 +420 272 049 665
Globe Bookstore & Café www.globebookstore.cz
Pštrossova 6, Prague 1 +420 224 934 203
Grand Café Orient www.grandcafeorient.cz
Ovocný trh 19, Prague 1 +420 224 224 240
Kaficko n/a
Míšeňská 67, Prague 1 +420 724 151 795
Káva Káva Káva www.kava-coffee.cz
Lidická 42, Prague 5 +420 257 314 277
Kavárna Obecní Dům www.kavarnaod.cz
Náměstí Republiky 5, Prague 1 +420 222 002 763
Mama Coffee www.mama-cafe.cz
Vodičkova 6, Prague 1 +420 773 337 309
Mama Coffee www.mamacoffee.cz
náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad 12, Prague 3 +420 773 656 958
Paneria www.paneria.cz
Dlouhá 50, Prague 1 +420 235 010 101
Polévkárna www.polevkarna.cz
Sokolovská 97, Prague 8 n/a
Rybanaruby www.rybanaruby.net
Mánesova 87, Prague 2 +420 731 570 701
Slavia Café www.cafeslavia.cz
Smetanovo nábřeží 1012/2, Prague 1 +420 224 218 493
Starbucks www.starbuckscoffee.cz
Malostranské náměstí, Prague 1 +420 257 214 725
Subway www.subsandwiches.cz
Karmelitská 28, Prague 1 +420 257 532 955
Týnská literární kavárna www.knihytynska.cz
Týnská 6, Prague 1 +420 224 827 807
U Zavěšenýho kafe www.uzavesenyhokafe.cz
Úvoz 6, Prague 1 +420 605 294 595
Velryba www.kavarnavelryba.cz
Opatovická 24, Prague 1 +420 224 931 444
Specialty Food Shops
Aromi la Bottega www.labottega.cz
Mánesova 83, Prague 2 +420 222 725 514
Cheesy www.vemeno.cz
Jugoslávská 23, Prague 2 +420 733 182 880
Chez Amis n/a
Spálená 15, Prague 1 n/a
Culinaria www.culinaria.cz
Skořepka 9, Prague 1 +420 224 231 017
Francouszska Vina www.broz-d.cz
Husinecká 3, Prague 3 +420 777 164 184
Greek Corner www.greek-corner.com
Francouzská 31, Prague 2 +420 222 524 349
Jan Paukert www.janpaukert.cz
Národní 17, Prague 1 +420 224 222 615
Japa www.japafoods.cz
Verdunská 21, Prague1 +420 233 320 629
King Solomon's www.kosher.cz
Široká 7, Prague 1 +420 602 213 411
Neptun Delikates www.neptundelikates.cz
Libocká 15, Prague 6 +420 603 500 680
Pescheria Adriatico n/a
Bořivojova 11, Prague 3 +420 603 447 632
Robertson International Delicatessen www.robertson.cz
Jugoslávských Partyzánů 38, Prague 6 +420 233 321 142
Sapa www.sapa-praha.cz
Libušská 319, Prague 4 +420 777 451 580
Shalimar www.shalamar.eu
Lipanská 1, Prague 3 +420 608 960 942
The Seafood Store www.seefood.cz
Zborovská 49, Prague 5 +420 257 320 109
The Seafood Store www.seefood.cz
Nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 602 642 412
The Seafood Store www.seefood.cz
Kamýcká 7, Prague 6 +420 603 887 465
U Salvatora www.prodejnausalvatora.cz
Truhlářská 10, Prague 1 +420 222 312 234
Farmer’s markets
Dejvická www.farmarske-trhy.cz
Metro "A" Dejvická n/a
Holešovice www.holesovickytrh.cz
Holešovická tržnice n/a
Jiřího z Poděbrad www.ceskefarmarsketrhy.cz
Metro "A" Jiřího z Poděbrad n/a
organic Grocery Stores
Bio Home www.biohome.cz
Belgická 30, Prague 2 +420 222 541 970
Bio Market Vítek www.vitektrade.cz
Vinohradská 53, Prague 2 +420 222 251 019
Bioobchod.cz www.bioobchod.cz
Bělehradská 71, Prague 2 +420 491 616 510
Biopotraviny.cz www.biopotraviny.cz
Hnězdenská ul. - jižní terasa, Prague 8 +420 283 910 054
Biosfera.cz www.biosfera.cz
Mexická 22, Brno +420 800 744 447
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Biotop www.ebiotop.cz
Školská 34, Prague 1 +420 222 230 136
Bio Zahrada www.bio-zahrada.cz
Belgická 33, Prague 2 +420 222 518 698
Botanicus www.botanicus.cz
Týnský dvůr 3, Prague 1 +420 224 895 446
Country Life www.countrylife.cz
Melantrichova 15, Prague 1 +420 224 213 366
Culinaria Praha www.culinaria.cz
Skořepka 9, Prague 1 +420 224 231 017
Farah Oriental Market www.farahfood.cz
Myslíkova 5, Prague 1 +420 224 930 704
Ferove.cz www.ferove.cz
Proutěná 26, Prague 4 +420 272 654 010
GREEN Potraviny FruitBar www.ls-zetis.cz
Hrdlořezská 30, Prague 9 +420 284 827 120
Japa www.japa-shop.cz
Verdunská 21, Prague 6 +420 233 320 629
Japan e-shop www.japan-eshop.com
Michelská 55, Prague 4 +420 261 216 741
Marks and Spencers www.marks-and-spencer.cz
Václavské nám. 36, Prague 1 +420 224 237 503
Medunka www.medunka.cz
Na Hrázi 21, Prague 8 +420 603 847 405
Nature Life www.zdrava-vyziva.com
Na Petřinách 82, Prague 6 +420 235 366 946
PPL Bio & Racio Potraviny www.dia-potraviny.cz
Starostrašnická 38, Prague 10 +420 274 810 038
Robertson – Prague 2 www.robertson.cz
Vinohradská 79, Prague 2 +420 222 211 459
Robertson – Prague 4 www.robertson.cz
Nuselská 60, Prague 4 +420 261 217 580
Robertson – Prague 6 www.robertson.cz
Jugoslávských partyzánů 38, Prague 6 +420 233 321 142
Rozmarýna www.rozmaryna.cz
Nádražní 17, Prague 5 n/a
Seafood Shop www.seafood.cz
Zborovská 49, Prague 5 +420 257 320 109
U Závoje www.uzavoje.cz
Havelská 25, Prague 1 +420 737 650 230
Zdravé Žití U Tří Růží www.zdraveziti.eu
Soukenická 21, Prague 1 +420 222 318 726
Zdravá Výživa www.sazavska.unas.cz
Sázavská 14, Prague 2 n/a
Wine bars/Shops
Bokovka www.bokovka.com
Pštrossova 8, Prague 1 +420 721 262 503
Viniční altán www.vinicni-altan.cz
Havlíčkovy Sady 1362, Prague 2 +420 222 516 887
Vinograf www.vinograf.cz
Míšeňská 8, Prague 1 +420 604 705 730
Vino Markuzzi www.markuzzi.cz
Haštalská 3, Prague 1 +420 733 533 777
czech Restaurants
Amos Restaurant www.amosrestaurant.cz
Masná 17, Prague 1 +420 222 323 933
Baráčnická Rychta www.baracnickarychta.cz
Tržiště 23, Prague 1 +420 257 532 461
Cestr www.ambi.cz
Legerova 75, Prague 1 +420 222 727 851
Ferdinanda www.ferdinanda.cz
Opletalova 24, Prague 1 +420 775 135 557
Folklore Garden www.folkloregarden.cz
Na Zlíchově, Prague 5 +420 724 334 340
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Kolkovna www.kolkovna-restaurant.cz
V Kolkovně 8 +420 224 819 701
Kozička www.kozicka.cz
Kozí 1 Prague 1 +420 224 818 308
Lokál www.lokal-dlouha.ambi.cz
Dlouhá 33, Prague 1 +420 222 316 265
Olympia www.kolkovna-group.cz
Vítězná 7, Prague 1 +420 251 511 080
Potrefená Husa www.potrefene-husy.cz
Vinohradská 104, Prague 2 +420 267 310 360
Restaurace Pravěk IV www.pravek.cz
Na Bělidle 40, Prague 5 +420 257 326 908
Solidní Nejistota www.solidninejistota.cz
Pštrossova 21, Prague 1 +420 725 984 964
U Havrana www.restauraceuhavrana.cz
Hálkova 6, Prague 1 +420 222 980 750
U Sadu www.usadu.cz
Škroupovo nám. 5, Prague 3 +420 222 727 072
Vysmátý Zajíc www.vysmatyzajic.cz
Michalská 13, Prague 1 +420 224 216 999
Zlatý Strom Restaurant www.zlatystrom.cz
Karlova 6, Prague 1 +420 222 220 441
pubs/breweries
Klásterni Pivovar Strahov www.klasterni.pivovar.cz
Strahovké nádvoří 301, Prague 1 +420 233 353 155
Novoměstský Pivovar www.npivovar.cz
Vodičkova 20, Prague 1 +420 222 232 448
Pivovarský Dum www.gastroinfo.cz/pivodum
Ječná 15, Prague 2 +420 296 216 666
Prague Beer Museum www.praguebeermuseum.com
Dlouhá 46, Prague 1 +420 732 330 912
U Černého Vola n/a
Loretánské nám. 1, Prague 6 +420 220 513 481
U Fleků www.ufleku.cz
Křemencova 11, Prague 1 +420 602 660 290
U Medvídků www.umedvidku.cz
Na Perštýně 7, Prague 1 +420 224 221 916
U Zlatého Tygra www.uzlatehotygra.cz
Husova 17, Prague 1 +420 222 221 111
Zubatý pes www.zubatypes.cz
Petrohradská 3, Prague 10 +420 775 638 737
burgers
Artisan Restaurant and Café www.artisanrestaurant.cz
Rošiských 603, Prague 5 +420 257 218 277
Belushi’s www.belushis.com
Odborů 4, Prague 2 +420 221 595 350
Bohemia Bagel Holešovice www.bohemiabagel.cz
Dukelských hrdinů 906, Prague 7 +420 224 222 383
Cowboy’s www.kampagroup.com
Nerudova 223, Prague 1 +420 296 826 107
Hard Rock Café www.hardrockcafe.cz
Malé nám. 142, Prague 1 +420 224 229 529
Jáma Bar and Grill www.jamapub.cz
V Jámě 1671, Prague 1 +420 224 222 383
Jáma Steakhouse www.jamasteakhouse.cz
Ostrovní 1447, Prague 1 +420 222 542 823
Rocky O’Reilly’s www.rockyoreillys.cz
Štěpánská 620, Prague 1 +420 222 231 060
TGI Fridays www.tgifridays.cz
Na Příkopě 27, Prague 1 +420 221 967 228
U Malého Glena www.malyglen.cz
Karmelitská 374, Prague 1 +420 257 525 150
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Brasserie La Gare www.lagare.cz
V Celnici 3, Prague 1 +420 222 313 712
Bresto Café and Wine Bar www.bresto.cz
Štepánská 647, Prague 1 +420 222 212 810
Chagall’s Club www.chagalls.cz
Kozí 5, Prague 1 +420 739 002 347
Crazy Cow Steakhouse www.crazycow.cz
Dlouhá 8, Prague 1 +420 222 310 018
El Barrio Del Angel www.elbarrio.cz
Lidická 284, Prague 5 +420 725 535 555
Hotel Okoř www.hotelokor.cz
Okoř 23, Prague – West +420 233 901 031
Ichnusa www.ichnusa.cz
Plaská 5, Prague 1 n/a
Kozička www.kozicka.cz
Kozí 918, Prague 1 +420 224 818 308
La Bodeguita del Medio www.labodeguitadelmedio.cz
Kaprova 19, Prague 1 +420 224 813 922
La Casa Argentina www.lacasaargentina.cz
Dlouhá 730, Prague 1 +420 222 311 512
Restaurant Amos www.amosrestaurant.cz
Masná 698, Prague 1 +420 222 323 933
Restaurant U Emy Destinnové www.jbclub.cz
Kateřinská 1526, Prague 2 +420 224 918 425
Ristorante Carmelita www.restauracecarmelita.cz
Újezd 403, Prague 1 +420 257 312 564
Stará Škola www.stara-skola.cz
U Národní Galerie 481, Prague 5 +420 777 121 629
Fine dining
Alcron www.alcron.cz
Štěpánská 40, Prague 1 +420 222 820 000
Allegro www.fourseasons.com
Veleslavínova 2, Prague 1 +420 221 427 000
Auberge de Provence www.tuchomerice.cz
U Špejcharu 355, Tuchoměřice +420 220 951 083
Aureole www.aureole.cz
Hvězdová 1716, Prague 4 +420 222 755 380
Barock Restaurant & Lounge Bar www.barockrestaurant.cz
Pařížská 22 - 24, Prague 1 +420 222 329 221
Brasserie Ullman www.letenskyzamecek.cz
Letenské sady 341, Prague 7 420 233 378 208
Celeste www.celesterestaurant.cz
Rašínovo nábř. 1981, Prague 2 +420 221 984 160
Celeste Bistro www.celestebistro.cz
V Kolkovně 7, Prague 1 +420 773 222 422
Como Mediterranean Restaurant www.comorestaurant.cz
Václavské nám. 45, Prague 1 +420 222 247 240
Cowboy Steaks and Cocktails www.kampagroup.cz
Nerudova 40, Prague 1 +420 296 826 107
CzecHouse Grill & Rotisserie www.hiltonprague.com
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 224 841 111
Divinis www.divinis.cz
Týnská 1053, Prague 1 +420 222 325 440
Essensia www.mandarinoriental.com
Nebovidská 1, Prague 1 +420 233 088 888
Hergetova Cihelna www.kampagroup.com
Cihelná 2b, Prague 1 +420 296 826 103
Kampa Park www.kampagroup.com
Na Kampě 8b, Prague 1 +420 800 152 672
La Degustation www.ladegustation.cz
Haštalská 753, Prague 1 +420 222 311 234
La Finestra www.lafinestra.cz
Platnéřská 90, Prague 1 +420 222 325 325
Le Terroir www.leterroir.cz
Vejvodova 445, Prague 1 +420 222 220 260
La Provence www.kampagroup.com
Štupartská 9, Prague 1 +420 296 826 155
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Nebozízek Restaurant www.nebozizek.cz
Petřínské sady 411, Prague 1 +420 257 315 329
Pálffy Palac www.palffy.cz
Valdštejnská 14, Prague 1 +420 257 530 522
Cantinetta Fiorentina www.cantinetta.cz
Parížská 17, Prague 1 +420 222 326 203
Restaurant Alchymist www.nosticova.com
Hellichova 4, Prague 1 +420 257 312 518
Restaurant Belcredi www.letenskyzamecek.cz
Letenské sady 341, Prague 7 +420 233 378 208
Restaurant U Prince www.hoteluprince.cz
Staroměstské náměstí 29, Prague 1 +420 224 213 807
Rickshaw Restaurant www.rickshaw.cz
Kongresová 1, Prague 4 +420 261 191 242
Rybí trh www.rybitrh.cz
Týnský dvůr 5, Prague 1 +420 224 895 447
Sansho www.sansho.cz
Petrská 25, Prague 1 +420 222 317 425
Sarah Bernhardt Restaurant www.hotel-pariz.cz
U Obecního domu 1, Prague 1 +420 222 195 900
SaSaZu www.sasazu.com
Bubenské nábřeží 13, Prague 7 +420 284 097 455
Střelecký Ostrov Restaurant and Terrace www.streleckyostrov.cz
Střelecký Ostrov 336, Prague 1 +420 224 934 026
The Sushi Bar www.sushibar.cz
Zborovská 619, Prague 5 +420 222 325 440
U Zlaté Sťudně www.terasauzlatestudne.cz
U Zlaté studně 4, Prague 1 +420 257 533 322
V polích www.penzionvpolich.cz
Malé Číčovice 26 +420 733 680 728
Zinc www.hilton.com
V Celnici 7, Prague 1 +420 221 822 300
Vegetarian
Balarama www.balarama.cz
Orlická 9, Prague 3 +420 222 947 368
Beas www.beas-dhaba.cz
Týnská 19, Prague 1 +420 608 035 727
Cafeterapie www.cafeterapie.cz
Na Hrobci 3, Prague 2 +420 224 916 098
Country Life www.countrylife.cz
Melantrichova 15, Prague 1 +420 224 213 366
Gopal www.gopal.cz
Nerudova 32, Prague 1 +420 604 434 931
Govinda www.govinda.cz
Soukenická 27, Prague 1 +420 605 700 874
Home Kitchen www.homekitchen.cz
Jungmanova 8, Prague 1 +420 604 777 363
Lehká Hlava (Clear Head) www.lehkahlava.cz
Boršov 280, Prague +420 222 220 665
Loving Hut www.lovinghut.cz
Truhlářská 20, Prague 1 +420 775 999 376
Maitrea www.maitrea.cz
Týnská ulička 6, Prague 1 +420 221 711 631
Malý Buddha (Little Buddha) www.malybuddha.cz
Úvoz 46, Prague 1 +420 220 513 894
Mlsná Kavka www.mlsnakavka.cz
Sokolovská 327, Prague 8 +420 777 913 054
Radost FX www.radostfx.cz
Bělehradská 120, Prague 2 +420 224 254 776
Vegetka www.volny.cz/vegetka
Kafkova 16, Prague 6 +420 773 588 518
American Restaurants
Belushi’s Bar www.belushis.com
Odborů 4, Prague 2 +420 221 595 350
Bohemia Bagel www.bohemiabagel.cz
Lázeňská 19, Prague 1 +420 257 218 192
Bohemia Bagel www.bohemiabagel.cz
Masná 2, Prague 1 +420 224 812 560
Bohemia Bagel www.bohemiabagel.cz
Dukelských Hrdinů 48, Prague 7 +420 220 806 541
Hard Rock Café www.hardrockcafe.cz
Malé nám. 142, Prague 1 +420 224 229 529
La Boca www.laboca.cz
Truhlářská 10, Prague 1 +420 222 312 073
TGI Fridays www.tgifridays.cz
Na Příkopě 27, Prague 1 +420 221 967 228
chinese Restaurants
China Fusion www.fusionrestaurants.eu
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 224 946 268
Huang He www.huanghe.cz
Kolbenova 1, Prague 9 +420 602 327 588
Huang He www.huanghe.cz
Vršovická 1, Prague 10 +420 271 746 651
Hong Kong Restaurant www.hkrest.50megs.com
Letenské nám. 5, Prague 7 +420 233 376 209
Peking www.pekingrestaurant.cz
Pujmanová 10, Prague 4 +420 271 730 688
French Restaurants
Le terroir www.leterroir.cz
Vejvodova 1, Prague 1 +420 602 889 118
Café Savoy www.ambi.cz
Vítězná 5, Prague 5 +420 257 311 562
Chez Marcel www.chezmarcel.cz
Haštalská 12, Prague 1 +420 222 315 676
French Restaurant at Obecní Dům www.obecnidum.cz
Náměstí Republiky 5, Prague 1 +420 222 002 770
La Gare www.lagare.cz
V Celnici 3, Prague 1 +420 602 502 906
Greek Restaurants
Delphi www.delphirestaurant.cz
Podolské nábř. 1, Prague 4 +420 244 466 465
Taverna Olympos www.taverna-olympos.eu
Kubelíkova 9, Prague 3 +420 222 722 239
indian Restaurants
Curry house www.curryhouse.cz
Novákových 893, Prague 8 +420 284 684 417
Dilli Delhi www.dillidelhi.com
U Vodárny 10, Prague 3 +420 224 255 369
Haveli Indian Restaurant www.haveli.cz
Dejvická 6, Prague 6 +420 233 344 800
Himalaya Indian Restaurant www.himalayarestaurant.cz
Soukenická 2, Prague 1 +420 233 353 594
Indian Fast Food Himalaya www.himalayagroup.cz
Mikovcova 7, Prague 2 +420 731 035 371
Indian Jewel www.indianjewel.cz
Týn 6, Prague 1 +420 222 310 156
Masala Indian Restaurant www.masala.cz
Mánesova 13, Prague 2 +420 222 251 601
The Pind www.thepind.cz
Korunní 1151, Prague 3 +420 222 516 085
international Restaurants
Ambiente Brasileiro www.ambi.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 221 451 200
BARBAR www.bar-bar.cz
Všehrdova 17, Prague 1 +420 257 315 246
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Casa Andina www.casaandina.cz
Dušní 15, Prague 1 +420 224 815 996
Kolkovna v Celnici www.kolkovna.cz
V Celnici 4, Prague 1 +420 224 212 240
Kogo Ristorante www.kogo.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 221 451 259
Los v Oslu www.losvoslu.cz
Perunova 17, Prague 3 +420 222 513 295
Mozaika www.restaurantmozaika.cz
Nitranská 13, Prague 2 +420 224 253 011
Sudička www.sudicka.cz
Nitranská 7, Prague 3 420 222 511 609
italian Restaurants
Ambiente Pasta Fresca www.ambi.cz
Celetná 11, Prague 1 +420 224 230 244
Ambiente Pizza Nuova www.ambi.cz
Revoluční 1, Prague 1 +420 221 803 308
Aromi www.aromi.cz
Mánesova 78, Prague 2 +420 222 713 222
Casa de Carli www.casadecarli.cz
Vězeňská 5, Prague 1 +420 224 81 66 88
Corte di Angelo www.cortediangelo.cz
Nádražní 116/61, Prague 5 +420 257 326 167
Da Emanuel www.daemanuel.cz
Charlese de Gaulla 626, Prague 6 +420 224 312 934
Giallo Rossa www.giallorossa.cz
Jakubská 2, Prague 1 +420 604 898 989
Grossetto Marina www.grossetto.cz
Alšovo nábř., Prague 1 +420 605 454 020
KOGO www.kogo.cz
Havelská 499, Prague 1 +420 224 210 259
Modrá Zahrada n/a
Národní 37, Prague 1 +420 224 239 055
Osteria da Clara www.declara.cz
Mexická 58, Prague 10 +420 271 726 548
Pizza Einstein www.pizza-einstein.cz
Seifertova 595, Prague 3 +420 222 780 350
Pizzeria Kmotra www.kmotra.cz
V Jirchářích 12, Prague 1 +420 224 934 100
Rugantino www.rugantino.cz
Klimentská 40, Prague 1 +420 224 815 192
Japanese Restaurants
Baifu www.baifu.cz
Bělehradská 75, Prague 2 +420 606 703 003
Mashhana www.mashhana.cz
Badeniho 3, Prague 6 +420 224 324 034
Millhouse sushi www.sushimillhouse.com
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 221 451 771
Miyabi www.miyabi.cz
Navrátilova 10, Prague 1 +420 296 233 102
Sushi GO www.sushigo.cz
Malá Štupartská 3, Prague 1 +420 720 111 111
Sushi Tam da www.sushitamda.cz
Perunova 13, Prague 3 +420 602 476 871
The Sushi Bar www.sushi.cz
Zborovská 49, Prague 5 +420 603 244 882
YAMI - Japanese & Korean Restaurant www.iyami.cz
Masná 1051/3, Prague 1 +420 222 312 756
mediterranean Restaurants
Ariana kabulrest.sweb.cz
Rámová 6, Prague 1 +420 222 323 438
Dahab Oriental Dream Restaurant www.dahab.cz
Soukenická 4, Prague 1 +420 222 317 732
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Gitanes www.gitanes.cz
Tržiště 7, Prague 1 +420 257 530 163
Kabul Karolina www.kabulrestaurant.cz
Karolíny Světlé 14, Prague 1 +420 602 212 042
Kogo www.kogo.cz
Havelská 499, Prague 1 +420 224 210 259
Luka Lu www.lukalu.cz
Újezd 33, Prague 1 +420 724 364 004
Oliva www.olivarestaurant.cz
Plavecká 4, Prague 2 +420 222 520 288
mexican Restaurants
Amigo’s www.amigos.cz
Horymírovo náměstí 9, Prague 5 +420 257 214 847
Banditos www.banditosrestaurant.cz
Melounová 2, Prague 2 +420 224 941 096
Cantina www.restauracecantina.cz
Újezd 38, Prague 1 +420 257 317 173
Fosil www.fosil.cz
Millčová 25, Prague 3 +420 224 210 259
La Casa Blu www.lacasablu.cz
Kozí 15, Prague 1 +420 224 818 270
Las Adelitas www.lasadelitas.cz
Americká 8, Prague 2 +420 776 805 317
Žlutá Pumpa www.zluta-pumpa.cz
Belgická 11, Prague 2 +420 608 184 360
thai Restaurants
Lemon Leaf www.lemon.cz
Myslíkova 14, Prague 2 +420 224 919 056
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Orange Moon www.orangemoon.cz
Rámová 5, Prague 1 +420 222 325 119
NOI www.noirestaurant.cz
Újezd 409, Prague 1 +420 257 311 411
Siam Orchid www.siamorchid.cz
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Jaromírova 186, Prague 2 +420 775 217 919
Vietnamese Resturants
Phň Vietnam photuanlan.com
Slavíková 1, Prague 2 +420 224 221 665
Ha Noi restauracehanoi.webnode.cz
Slezská 57, Prague 2 +420 728 774 637
Phň Viêt Hu’o’ng n/a
Sokolovská 48, Prague 8 +420 725 637 118
Remember Vietnam www.rememberasianfood.cz
Biskupská 5, Prague 2 +420 602 889 089
late-night eats
Kozička www.kozicka.cz
Kozí 1, Prague 1 +420 776 304 876
U Vejvodů www.restauraceuvejvodu.cz
Jilská 4, Prague 1 +420 776 333 877
U Sadu www.usadu.cz
Škroupovo náměstí 5, prague 3 +420 222 727 072
U Havrana www.restauraceuhavrana.cz
Hálkova 6, Prague 2 +420 222 980 750
Akropolis Restaurant www.restaurant-akropolis.cz
Kubelíkova 1548/27, Prague 3 +420 296 330 911
Hilton Café Bistro www.hiltonprague.com
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 224 841 111
Solidní Nejistota www.solidnijistota.cz
Pštrossova 200/21, Prague 1 +420 725 984 964
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Zlatý Strom musicclub.zlatystrom.com
Karlova 6, Prague 1 +420 222 220 441
Dahab www.dahab.cz
Soukenická 4, Prague 1 +420 222 317 732
La Bell Epoque www.labelleepoque.cz
Křižovnická 97/8, Prague 1 +420 222 321 926
Pizza Roma Uno www.romauno.cz
Jagellonská 16, Prague 3 +420 222 714 154
Sherlock’s www.sherlockspub.cz
Bartolomějská 291/11, Prague 1 +420 224 240 588
Tlustá Koala www.tlustakoala.cz
Senovážná 8, Prague 1 +420 222 245 401
Trilobit www.restauracetrilobit.cz
Palackého 715/15, Prague 1 +420 224 946 065
Gardens and terraces
Vozovna Stromovka www.vozovna-stromovka.cz
Královská obora 2, Prague 7 +420 725 123 705
Červená Tabulka www.cervenatabulka.cz
Lodecká 4, Prague 1 +420 224 810 401
Chorvatský mlýn www.mlyn1999.cz
Horoměřická 2575/3a, Prague 6 +420 220 610 760
Žofín Restaurant and Garden Café www.zofingarden.cz
Slovanský ostrov 226, Prague 1 +420 774 774 774
Hanavský Pavillion www.hanavskypavilon.cz
Letenské sady 173, Prague 7 +420 233 323 641
on the River
Střelecký Ostrov www.streleckyostrov.cz
Střelecký ostrov 336, Prague 1 + 420 776 206 067
Grosetto Marina www.grosseto.cz
Alšovo nábřeží, Prague 1 +420 605 454 020
Hergetova Cihelna www.kampagroup.com
Cihelná 2b, Prague 1 +420 296 826 103
La Terrassa www.laterrassa.cz
Janáčkovo nábřeží, Prague 5 +420 604 300 300
Botel Matylda www.botelmatylda.cz
Masarykovo nábřeží, Prague 1 +420 724 800 100
Sunday brunch
Radisson www.radissonblu.cz
Štěpánská 40, Prague 1 +420 800 900 811
Intercontinental www.icprague.com
Pařížská 43/30, Prague 1 +420 296 631 111
Ambiente Pastacaffe www.ambi.cz
Vězeňská 1, Prague 1 +420 224 813 257
Fraktál www.fraktalbar.cz
Šmeralova 1, Prague 7 +420 777 794 094
Café Savoy www.ambi.cz
Vítězná 5, Prague 5 +420 257 311 562
Café Imperiál www.cafeimperial.cz
Na Poříčí 1072/15, Prague 1 +420 246 011 440
Universal www.universalrestaurant.cz
V jirchářích 149/6, Prague 1 +420 224 934 416
Villa Richter www.villarichter.cz
Staré zámecké schody 251/6, Prague 1 +420 257 219 079
Hegertova Cihelna www.kampagroup.com
Cihelná 2b, Prague 1 +420 296 826 103
Mövenpick Ristorant Il Giardano www.ilgiardinorestaurant.cz
Mozartova 1, Prague 5 +420 257 154 262
Zlatá Praha www.zlatapraharestaurant.cz
Pařížská 30, Prague 1 +420 296 631 111
Mlýnec www.mlynec.cz
Novotného lávka 199/9, Prague 1 +420 277 000 777
Lehká Hlava www.lehkahlava.cz
Boršov 280/2, Prague 1 +420 222 220 665
Jáma www.jamapub.cz
V Jámě 7, Prague 1 +420 224 222 383
catering
Fusion Catering www.fusion-catering.cz
Nad Habrovkou 3, Prague 6 +420 296 392 346
Kampa www.kampagroup.com
Malostranské nám. 5, Prague 1 +420 800 152 672
teahouses
Dobrá čajovna www.cajovna.cz
Václavské nám. 778, Prague 1 +420 224231480
Peklo, Nebe, Ráj www.pekloneberaj.cz
Heřmanova 42, Prague 7 +420 603 195 590
Bílý Jeřáb www.bily-jerab.cz
Štefánikova 51, Prague 5 +420 257 215 934
U Zeleného čaje www.sweb.cz/uzelenehocaje
Nerudova 19, Prague 5 +420 257 530 027
Čajovna V Síti www.ecajovna.cz
Jana Masaryka 46, Prague 2 +420 775 387 323
Pod Stromem čajovým www.cajovnapodstromem.cz
Mánesova 38, Prague 2 +420 223 011 050
Dobrá Čajovna www.tea.cz/cajovna
Václavské Náměstí 14, Prague 1 +420 224 231 480
Čajovna ve věži www.cajovnavevezi.cz
Na výšinách 1, Prague 7 +420 233 372 653
Siva www.cajiky.cz/siva
Masná 8, Prague 1 +420 222 315 983
Čajovna SHI-SHA www.cajovna-shisha.cz
Drahobejlova 36, Prague 9 +420 608 83 23 64
Dejvická čajovna dejvicka-cajovna.cz
V. P. Čkalova 503/12, Prague 6 +420 776 792 701
business lunch at
le papillon restaurant
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The Czech Republic can feel like a baffling society
with outdated attitudes toward women that favors
traditional approaches to relationships, work,
and dating—all a bit off-putting to the uninitiated.
But the pleasures of Prague almost always
outweigh the pains: Spas everywhere you turn,
glorious sweet shops, endless cafés for enjoying
a quiet drink. Our just-for-her guide to Prague
covers everything from surviving a Czech office
environment to more serious concerns like your
continued good health.
GynecoloGy
Women from Western countries, who are used to a certain level of
sensitivity and specialized healthcare, may notice some differences
in terms of privacy, disrobing, etc. But while their bedside manner
may be brusque, Czech gynecologists can be more open-minded than
their Western counterparts in when it comes to frank discussions
about sexual health. The standard gynecological examination is
similar to what you’d receive in the US or UK and includes a breast
exam (depending on your age), abdomen, pelvic exam, and Pap
smear. Every twelfth woman in the Czech Republic experiences
breast cancer in her lifetime, which means that diagnostic techniques
still rare in much of Europe are available in the Czech Republic.
Unfortunately, there is no routine screening for cervical cancer,
though a pap smear can detect abnormalities in the cervix. For info
on emergency STD treatment and testing see FOR HIM page 70.
contRAception
Antikoncepční pilulky (the contraceptive pill or the progestin-only
minipill) can be prescribed by your gynecologist, as can contraceptive
hormone injections (hormonální injekce) such as Depo-Provera,
hormonal implants (hormonální implantáty), and intrauterine devices
(nitroděložní tělísko). If you’re worried your contraception has failed,
purchase a pregnancy test (těhotenský test) from any pharmacy. The
emergency contraceptive pill or “morning after pill” is called Postinor
2 and can be prescribed by a doctor. RU-486 (the “abortion pill”) is
not legal in the Czech Republic; abortion (interupce or mini-interupce)
is legal and can be performed on a healthy mother and fetus up until
12 weeks of pregnancy (or up until 24 weeks for medical reasons).
Abortion is not covered under health insurance unless the mother’s life
is in danger.
pReGnAncy/childbiRth
Typically affiliated with a particular hospital or clinic, ob/gyns are,
as a rule, unable to care for their patients anywhere else. Choosing
a hospital—you must register at week 14—limits your choice of
obstetricians and vice versa. Expect to meet with your ob/gyn for
prenatal check-ups once a month and, in the home stretch, once a
week, until week 36, after which you will visit the hospital for checkups
until you deliver. Typical VZP insurance covers all prenatal visits,
several rounds of ultrasound, including the latest 4D scans, glucose
intolerance test, and the 3 test (for chromosomal risk), as well as
neonatal care. Most women who have experienced childbirth in the
Czech Republic find the prenatal care here similar to that in Anglophone
countries, though the jump from the more personalized atmosphere of
the ob/gyn’s office to the hospital, with its long waits and impersonal
feel, can be jarring. Hiring an English-speaking doula can help ease the
transition and provide continuity of care.
Many Prague-based expats deliver at Podolí, Vinohrady, Krč, Motol,
Bulovka, or Apolinář. Outside of Prague, our message boards
suggest Neratovice. Further afield, Vrchlabí in Krkonoše is known for
accommodating alternative birthing requests. After a non-complicated
birth, expect to stay in the hospital 3–4 days; 5–6 days is the norm
after a C-section. While most doctors speak a variety of languages,
midwives and other medical staff may only understand Czech. Most
hospitals and clinics, including the OG Group Medical Centre, the
Prague Women’s Health Care Center, MaternityCare, and Power of
Birth hold prenatal classes for international expecting parents.
mAteRnity/pARentAl leAVe
Expats who have paid Czech health insurance premiums for at least
270 days prior to the commencement of maternity leave and hold a
valid work contract qualify for financial support. Freelancers, too, may
collect maternity pay as long as they’ve paid Czech health insurance
premiums for at least 180 days in the year prior to the commencement
of maternity leave. You are entitled to 28 weeks’ paid maternity
leave (mateřská dovolená), beginning 6–8 weeks prior to the birth,
during which time assistance (peněžitá pomoc v mateřství, or, PPM)
can be collected. The Czech Social Security Administration (ČSSZ)
distributes PPM to mothers; fathers may take over the leave, by
written agreement, seven weeks after childbirth. For the duration of the
maternity leave, you should receive about 70 percent of your salary.
Financial support is calculated by the amount of social insurance
(sociální pojištění) you pay. After maternity leave comes parental leave
(rodičovská dovolená), when you or your spouse can choose to spend
two, three, or four years at home. Support is proportionate to the length
of leave you decide on.
FitneSS
Prague typically keeps in step with the latest fitness crazes and has
definitely jumped on the fit-dance bandwagon with studios everywhere
offering belly dance, pole dance, cabaret dance, and other slimming
moves. Yoga is ever-popular and you’ll find it all here: power, Ashtanga,
flow, Bikram, etc. Pilates, Zumba, and aerobics are also popular with
Czech women, and most recently, ballet has grown-ups stepping up to
the barre again. It’s worth noting that taking a Czech speaking exercise
class is truly a great way to become more comfortable with the
language, not to mention being much cheaper than many of the more
centrally located classes at the big-name gyms. For more on sports,
fitness centers, and athletic clubs, see HEALTHY LIVING, page 77.
beAuty pRoductS
Newly opened Inglot Cosmetics packs a powerful palette, while the
flagship stores of M.A.C., and Sephora on Wenceslas Square cater to
tourists with their English-speaking staffs and liberal try-on policies.
Korres is a Greek purveyor of sleekly packaged cosmetic delights
and L’Occitane, Crabtree & Evelyn, The Body Shop, Lush, Rituals, and
Body Basics can all be found in the center and at malls throughout
Prague, and sell pampering goodies for bath and body, too. For Czechmade
sensual treats, try Dr. Stuart Botanicus and Manufaktura. A
parfumerie, or perfumery (Marionnaud, FAnn, Douglas) specializes
in fragrances but also stocks high-end makeup brands and drugstore
labels as well. A drogerie, or drugstore, (DM, Rossman, Schlecker,
Tesco) stocks everything from baby food to hair color to affordable
cosmetics brands. Eko-drogerie such as Biooo Kotva, Greenwave, and
the newly opened NOI Shop stock fragrance, body and aromatherapy
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oils, and green cosmetics galore including Weleda and trendy Dr.
Hauschka products. And do not overlook the Czech lékárna where one
can discover all manner of imported French skin and hair care products
and cosmetics.
HELPFUL VOCAB
Lipstick (rtěnka), lip liner (tužka na rty), lip gloss (lesk na rty), lip balm
(balzám na rty), eye shadow (oční stíny), eye liner (tužka na oči),
mascara (řasenka), face powder (obličejový pudr), blush (růž na tváře)
SkincARe
Popping up around Prague of late are beauty clinics that treat problem
skin and offer customized cleansing and cosmetic regimens, and their
own line of products, such as UK-based Dermalogica. Another exciting
new launch is Ingredients beauty boutique and concept store which
brings to the Czech Republic for the first time ever niche fragrances
as well as facials and other treatments. The big names in pampering
are all here, too: Lancôme, Institute De Beauty Orlane, Estee Lauder,
Clinique, Elizabeth Arden, L’Institut Guerlain. Local favorites worth
mentioning for all-over body care: Tawan, Mystic Temple, and Pevonia
Botanica for a “green” experience. For affordable body waxing, Yves
Rocher on Wenceslas Square wins out time and again on our message
boards.
SpAS
For a day of blissing out, opt for a package at one of Prague’s exclusive
hotels: Hotel Carlo IV Boscolo, Mandarin Oriental Prague, Le Palais
Hotel, Zen Asian Wellness, The Alchemyst, and the Hotel Augustine
Spa. Or hit the gym: Holmes Place Spa & Beauty Clinic and Cybex Spa
Treatments also offer an array of spa treatments. Further afield, the
acclaimed spa at Chateau Mcely promises soothing surrounds and spa
products made from the herb gardens on the grounds.
nAilS
Go to a nehtové studio (nail studio) for a manikúra (manicure) or
pedikúra (pedicure). A typical procedure includes a soak and file.
You may be asked to pay more for buffing, exfoliating, massaging,
moisturizing, or a cello-wrap and sometimes even for nail polish. The
Nail Shop will give you the works for about 1,000 CZK. The salon
uses high-quality O.P.I. products. Mystic Temple continually gets good
reviews for their manicures, as do CNI Prague and Claudia Nails, which
uses Essie nail colors. Basic manicures at these places begin at around
500 CZK. Highly affordable Beauty Secrets is a private salon that
caters to expats, run out of the proprietor’s Dejvice apartment.
hAiR
The hairdressers at Prague’s elite salons will speak English, though you’ll
pay for the privilege; about 1,200–2,000 CZK for a haircut and style
and at least an additional 1,000 CZK or more for color. Favorites among
Czech celebrities and fashion editors include Salon Unique, Robert Starý,
Portrait by Michal Zapoměl, Libor Šula, Petra Měchurová, New You, and
KO Hairgods. Expat haircutters include Mark Weston for Trichomania,
a stylist who has developed his own range of products and the stylists
at James Hair, who specialize in Japanese straightening. For a cut from
an English-speaking stylist for less than 1,000 CZK we like Head, Mark
Phillip, and Modrý Slon. Filip Gregor also does an inexpensive blow-out
(around 350 CZK). Normally at the higher end of the spectrum, Oskar
Salon Hair Creation has a half-off “happy hour” haircut.
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HELPFUL VOCAB
haircut (střih), highlights (zvýraznění), blow dry (foukaná), color (barva,
barvení), shampoo product (šampon), shampoo service (mytí hlavy),
conditioner (kondicionér/balzám), scissors (nůžky), clippers (strojek),
short hair (krátké vlasy), long hair (dlouhé vlasy), curly hair (kudrnaté
vlasy), thin hair (jemné vlasy), thick hair (husté vlasy), dry hair (suché
vlasy), oily hair (mastné vlasy), damaged hair (poškozené vlasy)
hiGh-StReet ShoppinG
Wenceslas Square and Na Příkopě comprise Prague’s major
commercial district. Numerous international retailers (H&M, Zara,
Mango, Benetton, Top Shop, Desigual) can also be found in Prague’s
ubiquitous shopping centers. Canadian shoe store chain Aldo arrived
in 2012, while other recent additions to the mall roster include DKNY
Concept Store, Liu Jo, Lindex, Kapp Ahl, and Tally Weijl. For an
alternative, explore the city’s old-guard shopping arcades, or pasáže,
(Černá růže, Lucerna), and department stores like Bílá labuť and
Kotva, all of which can usually be relied upon for staple items such
as professional attire, bathing suits, luggage and tailoring services.
The Fashion Arena Outlet Center is also worth a trip if you seek deep
discounts on designer brands.
TIPS: Try on clothes before you buy them, not only because sizes
aren’t always standardized but because returning purchases can be
a hassle. With a receipt you are entitled to return clothes for up to 30
days after purchase for a full refund, store credit, or exchange. This
includes sale items. Without a receipt you might be able to exchange
the item, though policies vary from store to store.
FAShion boutiQueS
A raft of new boutiques, as well as annual events like Prague Fashion
Weekend, Code Mode, and Holešovice Fashion Market have changed
Prague’s once fashion-bereft reputation. Devoted to original looks by
young international designers and fresh local talent, boutique Minty
Concept Gallery also exhibits work by emerging Czech artists. Justopened
Icône boutique brings French, Italian and Scandinavian brands
to the Czech market for the first time. The new Bella Brutta showroom,
a clothing branch of the Prague shoe store of the same name, has
Maison Scotch, the womenswear offshoot of the Amsterdam-based
men’s label Scotch & Soda. Young Czech designers showcase their
outspoken fashions at Mona Pret-a-Porter. CVRK on Wenceslas Square
is a showcase for rising stars as well. Charming Design Diva does
original, affordable design. Established shops such as Leeda and Hardde-Core
Galerie have a strong following among funky fashionistas.
SecondhAnd/VintAGe
Recently opened Nana Vogue sells vintage Burberry, Chanel, Marc
Jacobs, and Diane von Furstenburg. Also new to the vintage scene is
Origami. At Old Town boutique Laly you can browse hand-picked retro
goodies from around the world. Vintage has a great selection of dresses
while newly renamed Diva (formerly Toilette) features retro looks and
hip pieces from Czech designers. Bohemian Retro occasionally hosts
shopping parties at local watering holes and has lots of fun jewelry and
old-school sunglasses. Go to cluttered Galerie Art Deco for 1920s and
’30s jewelry. Fru Fru and Mish Mash curate handsome collections of
secondhand finds; Revenge and Second Street are expat favorites for
secondhand stuff.
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luXuRy FAShion
The Josefov district, especially Pařížská Street, hosts numerous
boutiques stocking luxury labels (Miu Miu, Acne, Chloé) as well as
flagship designer stores. Pařížská Street’s glossy offerings include
Prada, Louis Vuitton, Fendi, and Burberry. The city’s first “concept
boutique”, Simple Concept Store, was inspired by the Colette boutique
in Paris. Obsession is a multi-brand, two-level boutique selling Stella
McCartney, Viktor & Rolf, and Jill Sander.
Prague’s shopping strong point has always been in the area of luxury
accessories: bags, jewelry, watches, and shades are particularly
prominent here. The streets in and around the Old Town house a
collective of Czech designers including Timoure Et Group, Bohčme,
Hana Havelková, Klára Nademlýnská, Tatiana, Jozef Sloboda, Navarila-
Design, and Ivana Follová. Denisa Nová’s Old Town showroom is a
rising fashion hotspot.
HELPFUL VOCAB
I’m just looking (jen se dívám), too small (moc malé), too big (moc
velké), too tight (moc těsné), it’s damaged (je to poškozené), exchange
(výměna), refund (vrátit peníze), store credit (poukázka), I don’t have
a receipt (nemám účet), shoes (boty), t-shirt (tričko), blouse (halenka,
blůza), dress (šaty), skirt (sukně), jeans (džíny), jacket (bunda, kabát,
sako), hand bag (kabelka), bra (podprsenka), panties (kalhotky),
nylons/tights (punčochy), swim suit (plavky), sale (výprodej), discount
(sleva)
oFFice liFe
One of the most noticeable differences between offices in the Czech
Republic and those in US or UK is the dress code. You may notice
that “business casual” among your female co-workers means a lot of
cleavage and leg. A good rule of thumb if you’re uncertain about what’s
appropriate office wear is to take your cues from a female superior.
No matter what you wear, clothes should always fit well and be neatly
pressed as Czechs tend to be particularly fussy about these things.
Sexual harassment, while a hot topic elsewhere is still acceptable in
its mildest forms, though with EU accession many employers have
established a workplace code of ethics. One refreshing difference
that many women report is the no-nonsense approach to conflict
management taken by their fellow female employees.
dAtinG
Czech men are known for being notoriously cheap, unhygienic,
chauvinist, humorless and over-coddled mama’s boys. Ouch. Such
negative stereotypes certainly aren’t true in all cases and if you’re
on the hunt for a soul mate, and plan on sticking around the Czech
Republic for a while, you shouldn’t rule out a Czech mate. In fact there
can be some positive aspects of getting together with a Czech which
include, in no particular order: their brutal honesty (they’ll always
tell you how you look), affinity for PDA, lack of fear with regard to
commitment, and their thriftiness, which, c’mon, is actually a good
thing.
Given all the diminutives in the Czech language, you can also be certain
that Czech men will shower you with pet names! Moreover, Czech men
are old-fashioned and tend to open doors and pay on dates. Speed
dating has recently come to the Prague social scene and if you’re not
into the loud and flashy club circuit, it’s an alternative way to test the
waters of the Czech dating pool. You can also turn to our online server,
at Expats.cz/prague/czech-classified-server.
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Women’S GRoupS
Looking to see some new faces? Make new friends? A number of
Prague women’s groups exist, many of them organizing outings,
lectures, and events. One of the most active is the non-profit
International Women’s Association of Prague (IWAP), which organizes
regular luncheons, social events, and charitable works in an effort
to help newcomers get in touch with Czech culture. IWAP is also
a gateway to a number of special interest groups that range from
beading to book clubs to language lessons.
The Women in Business branch of the International Business Forum
is set up for networking among members. The International Church of
Prague puts on a regular Bible study/fellowship group for women. Put
your craftiness—and social butterfly tendencies—to work at a Stitch ’n
Bitch Prague meeting. Babies, Bumps & Tots is a Prague-based support
group for moms and moms-to-be that meets weekly for coffee, group
activities, and organizes prenatal yoga sessions.
moRe on eXpAtS.cz
For help choosing a gynecologist or questions about pregnancy,
childbirth or emergency medical services, visit us at www.expats.
cz/for-her/ where you will also find regularly updated articles about
shopping (fashion and design, furniture and home interiors, unique
Czech gifts, wedding apparel) plus tips for planning your dream
wedding, how to get a job, and much more.
liStinGS
book StoReS
book Factory
www.bookfactory.cz
bookfactory@bookfactory.cz
Foreign language bargain books in English, French, German and other
languages. Art, Architecture, Design, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Cook books,
Photography, etc
boutiQueS
pyloneS
28.října 376/11, Prague 1
+420 224 211 100
www.pylones.com | pylones-praha@pylones.com
PYLONES is original store with beautifully-designed household objects
which are fun, colorful and affordable. PYLONES offers its customers an
ideal gift-shopping experience, with a range of personal accessories, home
instruments, office supplies...
FlAminGopARk deSiGn boutiQue
Truhlářská 29, Prague 1
(near Palladium shopping centre)
+420 777 772 302
www.flamingopark.cz | info@flamingopark.cz
Lifestyle brand of fashion, accessories and gifts. The collections are
distinctive and developed with many designers from all over the world
practicing ethical fashion. This shop is a garden of joy and has always had
a “best-kept secret” feel to it.
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coSmeticS
perfect Face...beauty for life PERFECT FACE
...beauty for life
Šmilovského 2, Praha 2 - Vinohrady, 120 00
+420 725 156 006
www.perfectface.cz | salon@perfectface.cz
We offer Salon Exclusive DERMALOGICA Skin Care and Salon Beauty
Products , facelifting - EXILIS PROTÉGÉ - COLLAGEN REFILL technology,
medical and relaxing MASSAGE, EYELASH EXTENSIONS, HAIR REMOVAL.
We focus on a high-quality professional care.
dr.hauschka Skin care
Revoluční 10, Prague 1
www.yinyang.cz | info@drhauschka.cz
Dr.Hauschka – naturally your skin would choose it!
For over four decades Dr.Hauschka customers have enjoyed comfortable,
radiant skin. If you are seeking a skin care range that delivers wholly
natural, authentic beauty, why not visit us?
hAiR SAlonS
James hair
Masna 15, Praha 1 11000
+420 224 827 373, +420 602 171 016
jameshair@jameshair.cz | www.jameshair.cz
Relaxed, professional atmosphere.
JAmeS blond - hair salon
Jaromírova 29, Praha 2 - Nusle
+420 608 210 669
www.jamesblond.cz | marcela@jamesblond.cz
Get the look you were born to have in an award winning salon. London
experience in the hands of a local Czech style director. English speaking
hairdressers, laid back atmosphere in a cosy courtyard.
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toni&Guy
Dlouhá 13, Prague 1
+420 222 320 056
www.toniandguy.cz | info@toniandguy.cz
Toni Mascolo and Brother Guy co-founded the first TONI&GUY salon in
1963 in Clapham, London, joined later by their two brothers Bruno and
Anthony. TONI&GUY has over 420 salons in 42 countries worldwide,
employing over 5000 in the UK and a further.
home decoR
Alice in paris
Újezd 9, Praha 5 - Malá Strana
+420 602 789 583, +420 257 221 807
www.aliceinparis.cz | info@aliceinparis.cz
Alice in Paris offers interior decorations, home accessories and furnishings
that bring an elegant, cozy and chic atmosphere to your home. Our
products are designed in Belgium, French and nordic style and make your
home an exceptional place.
SupeRStoRe
Budějovická 64, Praha 4
+420 603 187 054
www.dbksuperstore.cz | info@dbksuperstore.cz
We have the biggest offer of branded home accessories, pots pans,
cutlery, glass, porcelain, furnishings, lighting, wall clocks, gifts, czech
glass, czech souvenirs, creative toys, artificial flowers, bed linen, pillows,
household articles etc
luXuRy ShoppinG
department Store my
Národní 63/26
www.mystores.cz
My Department Store offers great shopping inspiration for whole family. It
offers food, Tesco Finest range, Health and Beauty, perfumes, menswear,
sportswear, womenswear, kids wear, toys, electro, home and kitchen
utilities under one roof.
thRiFt StoReS
prague thrift Store
Sumavska 29, Prague 2 - Vinohrady
+420 608 623 339, +420 775 709 757
www.praguethriftstore.com
prague.thriftstore@gmail.com
Charity driven, classic, American style Thrift Shop in Prague. Picks
up donations from your home/office. Supporting selected non-profit
organizations. Making available: wide range of good quality second hand
items at the lowest cost to the community.
You may visit our Dr.Hauschka Store
Revoluční 10, Prague 1
Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
or enjoy one of our luxurious facials
at the Dr.Hauschka Studio
U Kopečku 178, Tuchoměřice
for an appointment call 602 311 834
yoGA / pilAteS
moRe thAn pilAteS
Karoliny Svetle 4, Prague 1, 11000
+420 224 241 322
www.morethanpilates.cz | mail@morethanpilates.cz
Exclusive pilates studio in Prague’s city centre, unique interior. One of few
studios with pilates on reformers. Offers more than pilates - Dermalogica
facial treatments, various body and head massages, waxing (with sugar
paste) and manicure.
Gynecology/obstetrics/Women’s health
Canadian Medical Center www.cmc.cz
Veleslavínská 1/30, Prague 6 +420 235 360 133
Central Military Hospital Prague www.uvn.cz
U vojenské nemocnice 1, Prague 6 +420 973 208 333
Dr. Katerina Bittmanova n/a
Mánesova 1525, Prague 2 +420 222 724 592
Gest www.gest.cz
Nad Buïánkami 24, Prague 5 +420 257 212 516
Gyncentrum www.gyncentrum.cz
Hloubětínská 3/13, Prague 9 +420 225 000 888
Gynekologická Ordinace Natalína www.gynekologie-praha.cz
Kmetorská 8, Prague 4 +420 261 222 070
GynFem www.gynfem.cz
Nad Olšinami 5, Prague 10 +420 274 815 823
GynoCare www.gyncare.cz
Sněmovní 172, Prague 1 +420 724 134 313
MUDR Elena Figurova www.oggroup.cz
Vodičkova 699, Prague 1 +420 608 060 680
Prague Women’s Health Center www.pwhc.cz
Kartouzská 6, Prague 5 +420 251 614 686
Wedding dresses
Emilia Swider www.emiliaswider.com
U blaženky 6, Prague 5 +420 608 371 271
Jirina Tauchmanova www.tauchmanova.cz
Sokolská 66, Prague2 +420 731 415 498
Kiss My Valentine www.vintage-clothes.cz
Žatecká 8, Prague 1 +420 777 273 238
Nevesta Wedding Studio www.svatebni-saty-nevesta.cz
třída 5. května 38, Prague 4 +420 241 416 302
Vewe Wedding Agency www.svatebni-saty-vewe.cz
Paříkova 9, Prague 9 +420 234 663 150
Women’s Groups
IWAP www.iwa-prague.cz
Sázavká 6, Prague 2 +420 222 252 220
Soroptomist Club www.soroptomistpraha.cz
Pražská 2, Prague 10 +420 604 272 893
The International Church of Prague www.icprague.cz
Peroutkova 37, Prague 1 +420 296 392 338
Dr.Hauschka
Skin Care
naturally your skin
would choose it!
www.drhauschka.cz Online shopping www.yinyang.cz www.dr.hauschka.com
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Belushi’s www.belushis.com
Odborů 4, Prague 2 +420 221 595 350
Bukowski’s www.bukowskis.cz
Bořivojova 86, Prague 3 +420 774 530 689
Dirty Dog www.dirtydogbar.cz
Vinohradská 102, Prague 3 +420 774 532 542
M1 Secret Lounge www.M1lounge.cz
Masná 705, Prague 1 +420 227 195 235
Prague Saints www.praguesaints.cz
Polská 32, Prague 2 +420 222 250 326
Zanzibar www.kavarnazanzibar.cz
Americká 15, Prague 2 +420 222 520 315
cosmetics
Biooo www.biooo.cz
Nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 + 420 774 114 684
Body Shop www.thebodyshop.com
náměstí Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 733 120 194
Crabtree & Evelyn www.crabtreeevelyn.cz
Na Příkopě 19, Prague 1 +420 608 844 040
Dermalogica www.dermalogica.com
Křemencova 2, Prague 1 +420 222 314 051
Doctor Stuart’s Botanicus www.botanicus.cz
Týn 3, Prague 1 +420 234 767 446
Douglas www.douglas.cz
Oc Chodov, Roztylská 19, Prague 4 +420 272 075 377
Greenwave www.greemwave.cz
Purkyňova 2, Prague 1 +420 222 514 741
Inglot www.inglotcosmetics.com
Roztylská 19, Prague 4 +420 777 735 303
Korres www.korres.cz
Na Příkopě 19, Prague 1 +420 296 150 675
L’Occitane www.loccitane.cz
Na Příkopě 15, Prague 1 +420 224 240 884
LUSH www.lushcz.cz
Náměstí Republiky 1, Prague 1 n/a
M.A.C. www.maccosmetics.com
Václavské náměstí 4 +420 296 325 492
Marionnaud Parfumerie www.marionnaud.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 221 451 243
ProfiMed www.profimed.cz
Ječná 2, Prague 1 +420 257 535 544
Ritual www.rituals.cz
Roztylská 19, Prague 4 +420 272 075 443
Sephora www.sephora.cz
Václavské náměstí 19, Prague 1 +420 234 656 100
MANUFAKTURA www.manufaktura.cz
Melantrichova 17, Prague 1 +420 230 234 376
drugstores
DM www.dm-drogeriemarkt.cz
Jindřišská 7, Prague 1 +420 224 240 538
Rossmann www.rossmann.cz
Na Poříčí 39, Prague 1 +420 724 449 806
Tesco www.itesco.cz
Národní 26, Prague 1 +420 222 815 111
Teta drogerie www.tetadrogerie.cz
Vinohradská 150, Prague 3 +420 296 335 552
Spas/beauty Salons
Alchymist www.nosticova.com
Mostecká 463, Prague 1 +420 257 312 513
Christian Dior www.dior.com
Pařížská 4, Prague 1 +420 222 310 134
Clinque www.clinique.cz
Náměstí Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 224 222 919
www.expats.cz
Cybex Spa Treatments www.cybex-fitness.cz
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 224 842 713
Kosmetický Salon Lancôme www.lancomeinstitut.cz
Jungmannovo nám. 20, Prague 1 +420 296 330 770
Estee Lauder www.esteelauder.com
nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 225 771 120
Hotel Augustine Spa www.hotelaugustine.com
Letenská 33, Prague 1 +420 266 112 233
Hotel Carlo IV Boscolo www.boscohotels.com
Senovážné nám. 13, Prague 1 +420 774 289 153
Institute De Beauty Orlane www.orlane.cz
Rybná 13, Prague 1 +420 224 818 518
Le Palais Hotel www.lepalaishotel.cz
U Zvonařky 1, Prague 2 +420 234 634 111
Mandarin Oriental Prague www.mandarinoriental.com
Nebovidská 459, Prague 1 +420 233 088 888
Miracle Salon www.miracleclinic.cz
Janáčkovo nábř., Prague 5 +420 724 363 738
Mystic Temple Care Studio www.mystic-temple.cz
Washingtonova 17, Prague 1 +420 221 779 510
Pevonia Botanica www.pevonia.cz
V Celnici 4, Prague 1 +420 230 234 534
Solnička Salt Caves www.jeskyne-solna.cz
Kováků 9, Prague 5 +420 251 103 304
Sweet Epil Waxing Studio www.sweet-epil.cz
Vyšehradská 31, Prague 2 +420 224 910 599
Yves Rocher www.yvesrocher.cz
Václavské náměstí 47, Prague 1 +420 602 449 427
Zen Asian Wellness www.planetzen.cz
Haštalská 14, Prague 1 +420 225 303 116
Tawan www.tawan.cz
Náměstí Curieových 100, Prague 1 +420 721 731 401
Salon Unique www.salonunique.cz
Konviktská 24, Prague 1 +420 733 601 770
Hotel Carlo IV Boscolo www.boscolohotels.com
Senovážné náměstí 13, Prague 1 +420 224 593 111
TANTRA SALON PRAHA www.tantrasalon.cz
Šlikova 27, Prague 6 +420 734 719 165
PERFECT FACE www.perfectface.cz
Šmilovského 2, Prague 2 +420 224 593 020
The Alchymist www.alchymisthotel.com
Tržiště 19, Prague 1 +420 257 286 011
ROYAL SPA www.royalspa.cz
Opletalova 27, Prague 1 +420 224 091 385
Holmes Place Spa & Beauty www.holmesplace.cz
Křižíkova 44, Prague 8 +420 774 400 503
Lily Wellness & Spa www.hoffmeister.cz/en/
wellness-and-spa
Pod Bruskou 7, Prague 1 +420 251 017 111
BEAUTYSHAPE center www.beautyshape.cz
Lublaňská 47, Prague 2 +420 773 034 747
hair Salons
Filip Gregor www.filipgregor.cz
Budečská 38, Prague 2 +420 222 222 803
Head www.kadernictvihead.cz
Dittrichova 6, Prague 2 +420 728 137 379
James Hair www.headcz.cz
Masná 699, Prague 1 +420 224 827 373
KO Hairgods www.kohairgods.cz
Italská 13, Prague 2 +420 777 306 329
Libor Šula www.liborsula.cz
Dušní 6, Prague 1 +420 224 817 575
Mark Phillip www.hairbymarkphillip.cz
Lužická 27, Prague 2 +420 608 633 000
Mark Weston www.trichomania.cz
Anglická 8, Prague 2 +420 608 579 544
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Martha's Inspiration www.marthasinspiration.com
Mánesova 34, Prague 2 +420 737 654 208
Michal Zapoměl www.salonportrait.cz
Soukenická 5, Prague 1 +420 739 396 752
Modrý Slon Kadeřnictví n/a
Křemencova 10, Prague 1 +420 605 461 014
New You www.newyou.cz
Osadní 6, Prague 7 +420 222 562 200
Oskar Salon www.studio-oskar.cz
Slvátorská 10, Prague 1 +420 222 310 869
Petra Měchurová www.petra.mechurova.cz
Králodvorská 12, Prague 1 +420 224 222 442
Robert Starý www.robertstary.cz
Chodská 3, Prague 2 +420 732 575 344
Salon Unique www.salonunique.cz
Konviktská 24, Prague 1 +420 733 601 770
Toni & Guy www.toniandguy.cz
Dlouhá 13, Prague 1 +420 222 320 056
Twin Studio www.vlasovestudiotwins.cz
Nekázanka 2037, Prague 1 +420 739 653 786
nail Studios
Beauty Secrets www.beautysecrets.cz
Čs. Armády 16, Prague 6 +420 728 688 489
Claudia Nails www.essiecz.cz
Veselská 663, Prague 9 +420 774 997 203
Studio Nails www.studionails.cz
Moskevská 1464/61, Prague 10 +420 271 737 444
The Nail Shop www.opi.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 724 738 306
CNI Prague www.cniprague.cz
Na Příkopě 12, Prague 1 +420 224 225 162
plastic Surgery
ASKLEPION www.asklepion.cz
Londýnská 39, Prague 2 +420 234 716 111
Beauty in Prague www.beauty-in-prague.com
U Nemocenské pojišťovny 2, Prague 1 +420 224 815 336
Esthé Clinic www.esthe.cz
Na Příkopě 17, Prague 1 +420 222 868 811
INTER Clinic Praha www.interclinic.cz
Na Výšince 3, Prague 5 +420 257 910 505
Laderma Plastic Surgery www.laderma.cz
Rumunská 22, Prague 2 +420 775 118 005
Plastic Surgery Prague www.plastikapraha.cz
Luční 7a, Prague 3 +420 608 369 436
Shopping centers
Bílá Labuť www.bilalabut.cz
Na Poříčí 23, Prague 1 +420 221 451 400
Centrum Chodov www.centrumchodov.cz
Roztylská 19, Prague 4 +420 272 173 600
Centrum Černý Most www.centrumcernymost.cz
Chlumecká 6, Prague 9 +420 281 918 100
Debenhams www.debenhams.cz
Václavské nám. 21, Prague 1 +420 221 015 026
Galerie Butovice www.galerie-butovice.cz
Radlická 520/117, Prague 5 +420 234 141 001
KOTVA www.od-kotva.cz
Náměstí republiky 656, Prague 1 +420 224 801 438
Letňany Shopping Center www.oc-letnany.cz
Veselská 663, Prague 9 +420 284 051 111
Metropole Zličín www.metropole.cz
Řevnická 121/1, Prague 5 +420 226 081 540
Myslbek www.ngmyslbek.com
Na Příkopě 1096, Prague 1 +420 224 835 000
Nový Smíchov www.novysmichov.eu
Plzeňská 8, Prague 1 +420 251 511 151
Palác Lucerna www.lucerna.cz
Štěpánská 61, Prague 1 +420 224 224 537
Palladium Prague www.palladiumpraha.cz
Nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 225 770 250
Park Hostivař www.parkhostivar.cz
Švehlova 32, Prague 10 +420 267 184 111
Tesco www.itesco.cz
Národní 26, Prague 1 +420 222 815 111
Shopping Retailers
Aldo www.aldoshoes.com
Roztylská 19, Prague 4 +420 227 031 958
Baťa www.bata.cz
Václavské nám. 6, Prague 1 +420 221 088 478
Benetton www.benetton.com
Na Příkopě 4, Prague 1 +420 224 236 744
Calvin Klein www.ck.com
Pařížská 22, Prague 1 +420 222 328 649
Desigual world.desigual.com
Václavské náměstí 1, Prague 1 +420 774 345 096
Gate n/a
Českomoravská 15a, Prague 9 +420 774 704 362
Guess www.guess.com
Příkopě 19-21, Prague 1 +420 222 314 497
H & M www.hm.com
Na Příkopě 19-21, Prague 1 +420 224 423 412
Humanic www.shoemanic.com
Národní 34, Prague 1 +420 221 490 981
iBlues www.maxpraga.cz
Široká 10, Prague 1 +420 222 311 971
Kapp Ahl www.kappahl.cz
Namesti Republiky 1078/1, Prague 1 +420 222 313 039
Kenvelo www.kenvelo.cz
Václavské nám. 1, Prague 1 n/a
Lindex www.lindex.com
Roztylská 19, Prague 4 +420 272 075 452
Marella www.marella.com
Železná 22, Prague 1 +420 224 228 203
Max Mara www.maxpraga.cz
Havířská 1, Prague 1 +420 224 221 587
New Yorker www.newyorker.cz
Na Příkopě 1, Prague 1 +420 224 422 010
Pietro Filipi www.pietro-filipi.com
Národní 31, Prague 1 +420 222 365 239
Promod www.promod.eu
Václavské nám. 2, Prague 1 +420 296 327 700
Salamander www.salamander.cz
Na Příkopě 26, Prague 1 +420 222 101 151
Top Shop www.palladiumpraha.cz
Palladium, Nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 733 129 950
Van Graaf www.vangraaf.com/cz
Václavské nám. 17, Prague 1 +420 296 304 200
Zara www.zara.com
Na Příkopě 15, Prague 1 +420 224 239 861
Secondhand
Brit-tex www.brit-tex.cz
Karlovarská 814 Prague 6 +420 731 411 323
Galerie Art Deco www.artdecogalerie-mili.com
Michalská 21, Prague 1 +420 224 223 076
Laly www.laly.cz
Štupartská 3, Prague 1 +420 234 767 779
Nakoupeno.cz www.nakoupeno.cz
Karolíny Světlé 9, Prague 1 +420 773 233 539
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Nana Vogue www.nana-vogue.cz
Benediktská 8 & Maiselova 5, Prague 1 +420 777 710 130
Vintage
Bohemian Retro www.bohemianretro.com
Čajkovského 22, Prague 3 +420 607 914 992
Fru Fru www.fru-fru.cz
Na Zderaze 271/8, Prague 2 +420 773 181 201
Mish Mash www.mishmash.cz
Řeznická 12, Prague 1 +420 605 862 363
Parazit www.parazit.cz
Karlova 25, Prague 1 +420 603 561 776
Šatna n/a
Konviktská 13, Prague 1 n/a
Toalette n/a
Karolíny Světlé 9, Prague 1 +420 775 649 312
Vintage www.vintage-clothes.cz
Žatecká 8, Prague 1 +420 777 273 238
crafting/Fabric Stores
MarLen www.marlen.cz
Karolíny Světlé 12, Prague 1 +420 224 236 728
Rooya www.rooya.cz
Uruguayská 19, Prague 2 +420 773 699 503
Textiliní Galanterie Filium www.filium.cz
Palladium, Nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 225 771 575
boutiques
66 Gallery and Concept Store www.botas66.cz
Konviktská 1005/30, Prague 1 n/a
Bella Bruta Shoes www.bellabrutta.cz
Železná 12, Prague 1 +420 224 214 644
Botas 66 www.botas66.cz
Konviktská 30, Praha 1 +420 224 281 148
Diva www.divadesign.cz
Karoliny Světlé 1016/9, Prague 1 +420 603 701 330
Flamingopark www.flamingopark.cz
Truhlářská 29, Prague 1 +420 777 772 302
Freedom & Porridge www.freedomandporridge.cz
Truhlářská 7, Prague 1 + 420 222 317 208
Hard-e-Core www.harddecore.cz
Senovážné nám. 10, Prague 1 +420 777 094 421
Icône www.icone.cz
Vězeňská 6, Prague 1 +420 257 216 784
Kebab Fashion Store www.kebabstore.com
Dušní 13, Prague 1 +420 774 900 669
La Femme Mimi www.lafemmemimi.com
Štěpánská 51, Prague 1 +420 224 214 106
Leeda www.leeda.cz
Bartolomějská 1, Prague 1 +420 775 601 185
Minty Concept Store www.minty.cz
Haštalská 1, Prague 1 +420 221 776 714
Mona Prêt-à-Porter www.monaprague.cz
Týnská 15, Prague 1 +420 602 668 927
Nakoupeno.cz www.nakoupeno.cz
Karolíny Světlé 9, Prague 1 +420 773 233 539
Origami n/a
Soukenická 1087/8, Prague 1 +420 775 157 084
Popout www.popout.cz
Čechova 17, Prague 7 +420 604 270 763
Pour Pour www.pourpour.cz
Vinohradská 74, Prague 3 n/a
Revenge n/a
Národní 21, Prague 1 n/a
Scandal www.scandal.cz
Opatovická 24 , Praha 1 +420 222 521 448
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Second Street www.secondstreet.cz
Jugoslávská 25, Prague 2 +420 774 049 995
Tranquillo www.tranquillo.cz
Spálená 13, Prague 1 +420 734 457 188
luxury Shopping
Alfred Dunhill www.dunhill.com
Pařížská 14, Prague 1 +420 224 817 060
Burberry www.burberry.com
Pařížská 11, Prague 1 +420 222 317 445
Carollinum www.carollinum.cz
Pařížská 11, Prague 1 +420 224 810 890
Cartier www.cartier.com
Pařížská 2, Prague 1 +420 221 709 014
Dior www.dior.com
Pařížská 4, Prague 1 +420 222 310 134
DKNY www.dkny.com
Železná 16, Praha 1 +420 244 241 344
Escada www.escada.com
Pařížská 21, Prague 1 +420 224 232 822
Fendi www.fendi.com
Pařížská 12, Prague 1 +420 226 216 570
Gucci www.gucci.com
Pařížská 9, Prague 1 +420 222 316 091
Hermes www.hermes.com
Pařížská 12, Prague 1 +420 224 817 545
Hugo Boss www.myfashion.cz
Na Příkopě 6, Prague 1 +420 224 267 272
Kenzo www.kenzo.com
Nám. Republiky 5 , Prague 1 +420 222 002 302
Louis Vuitton www.louisvuitton.eu
Pařížská 13, Prague 1 +420 224 812 774
Obsession www.obsession.cz
Maiselova 16, Prague 1 +420 222 315 391
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Anne Fontaine www.annefontaine.com
Masná 10, Prague 1 +420 224 808 306
E-Daniely www.edaniely.cz
Na struze 1, Praha 1 +420 224 930 753
Galerie Módy-Lucerna www.helenafejkova.cz
Štěpánská 61, Prague 1 +420 224 211 514
Ivana Follová www.ivanafollova.com
Mezibranská 9, Prague 1 +420 222 211 357
Hana Havelková www.havelkova.com
Dušní 10, Prague 1 + 420 222 326 754
Helena Fejková www.helenafejkova.cz
Martinská 4, Prague 1 +420 724 125 262
Klára Nademlýnská www.klaranademlynska.cz
Dlouhá 3, Prague 1 +420 224 818 769
Radka Kubková www.kubkova.cz
Dušní 10, Prague 1 +420 222 326 754
Tatiana www.tatiana.cz
Dušní 1, Prague 1 +420 224 813 723
Zuzana Veselá www.zuzanavesela.cz
Vinohradská 74, Prague 2 n/a
home décor
Amber Interier www.amber.cz
Putimská 5/6, Prague 4 +420 221 969 791
Artemide www.artemide.cz
Sázavská 32, Prague 2 +420 222 521 345
Disemo www.disemo.cz
Sázavská 30, Prague 2 +420 224 934 321
Donate www.donate.cz
Na Příkopě 12, Prague 1 +420 221 014 446
Flamant Home Interiors www.flamant.cz
Na Příkopě 22, Prague 1 +420 602 747 490
Hästens www.hastens.com
Vinohradská 33, Prague 2 +420 222 254 292
Jelínek www.schody-zabradli-jelinek.cz
Ocelářská 10, Prague 9 +420 605 295 781
Ma Maison www.mamaisoninteriors.cz
Dlouhá 24, Prague 1 +420 222 320 370
Modernista www.modernista.cz
Celetná 12, Prague 1 +420 224 241 300
Naoko www.naoko.cz
Revoluční 24, Prague 1 +420 222 312 567
yoga/pilates
Bikram Yoga Prague www.bikramyoga.cz
Karolíny Světlé 8, Prague 1 +420 224 222 892
Lotus Centrum-Yoga www.centrumlotus.cz
Dlouhá 2, Prague 1 +420 777 263 268
More Than Pilates www.morethanpilates.cz
Karolíny Světlé 4, Prague 1 +420 224 241 322
My Pilates www.mypilates.cz
Ostrovského 253/3, Prague 5 +420 602 603 603
YOGAME www.yogame.cz
Národní 21, Prague 1 +420 602 770 867
Yoga Space www.yogaspace.cz
Holečkova 5, Prague 5 +420 776 678 999
Yoga Studio Prague www.yogaprague.cz
Soukenická 7, Prague 1 +420 607 506 673
Women’s Groups
IWAP www.iwa-prague.com
Sázavská 6, Prague 2 +420 222 252 220
The International Church of Prague www.icprague.cz
Peroutkova 2482/57, Prague 5 +420 296 392 338
International Business Forum www.ibforum.cz
Slezská 63, Prague 3 +420 242 454 741
Stitch 'n Bitch Prague www.stitchnbitchprague.com
Babies, Bumps & Tots www.bumpsbabiesandtots.cz
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For everything for a modern man living in the Czech Republic,
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You might have experienced a bit of culture
shock upon moving to Prague; Czech colleagues
can be difficult to read, the language is no walk
in the park and, if you hail from across the
Atlantic, you’ll have to stay up impossibly late to
catch the play-offs. But there’s no better place to
enjoy life’s simpler pleasures—exclusive dining
and shopping options, non-stop nightlife—and
our just-for-him guide to Prague shows you how
to do just that while keeping fit and healthy all
the while.
men’S heAlth
While visiting a doctor for essential procedures such as prostate
screening can be intimidating at first—especially if your doctor doesn’t
speak much English—it’s necessary to establish yourself with a
physician as soon as you can. Basic insurance will pay for a check-up
once every two years, which includes a complete, age-appropriate
physical examination.
Though prostate cancer screening isn’t part of a standard examination
until you reach 50, if you are at risk for certain diseases, discuss
screening with your doctor and chances are he/she’ll acquiesce.
According to statistics, Czech men have one of the highest rates of
colon cancer in the world, so doctors will take your fears seriously.
Prostate cancer screening is available at any urologist’s office. It’s
likely that you’ll first need a referral from your regular physician. Note
that some urologists around town have been known to tack on fees for
English-speaking service.
SeXuAl heAlth
Your doctor can prescribe Viagra and Cialis, though they are not
covered by insurance and will cost around 350–400 CZK per pill;
Eregma or Clavin are popular herbal supplements that are sold over
the counter at the pharmacy (lékárna). If you carry standard insurance,
STD (pohlavní nemoc) diagnosis and treatment is free; for the
uninsured it can run up to 2,000 CZK.
Medicentrum Praha is a “dermatovenereological” out-patient clinic with
an English-speaking staff that offers comprehensive screening for STDs
including lab work and hospital referral. Free anonymous HIV screening
is available at non-profit organization Dům Světla.
contRAception
Pick up condoms (kondomy) at pharmacies, drugstores, erotic
shops, and even the check-out aisle of the grocery store. Vasectomy
(vasektomie) isn’t common or easy to come by in the Czech Republic.
In order to have the procedure covered by your insurance, typically
you must be at least 35 years old and have already had three or more
children to obtain approval from your doctor. In special circumstances,
for instance if your wife is allergic to any particular contraception,
doctors will consent to a vasectomy, which can be done at your local
hospital. There are clinics in Prague and larger cities that specialize in
vasectomy and will perform one upon request; you can expect to pay
7,000–13,000 CZK.
SpoRtS
Hockey is arguably the Czech Republic’s most popular sport, and the
national team consistently ranks in the world’s top five. HC Slavia
Praha play at the O2 Arena in Prague 9 and HC Sparta Praha at the
Tesla Arena in Prague 7. Football, along with ice-hockey, is the most
popular sport in the Czech Republic. For a country of ten million,
the Czech Republic has an extremely successful national team. The
Czech domestic league system consists of two “major” divisions, both
with 16 teams competing; the equivalent to the Premiership is called
the Gambrinus Liga, which is followed by the Druhá liga, and there
are numerous leagues at various age levels, plus a number of crossleague
tournaments. Two of the most famous local teams are Sparta
Praha and Slavia Praha, who have traditionally dominated domestic
competitions. Football grounds are generally safe but all clubs have a
small group of “ultras” for whom rivalries with other teams can become
violent. For more on sports, fitness centers, and athletics clubs see
HEALTHY LIVING, page 77.
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GolF
The Czech Republic is quickly becoming a hotspot for golf holidays,
though to get to some of the country’s best courses you’ll have to
leave Prague. Golf Resort Konopiště lies just 40 kilometers (25 miles)
southeast of Prague, with an 18-hole course for members, resort
guests and visitors. Fifty kilometers (30 miles) east of Prague is Golf
Club Poděbrady, one of the oldest 18-hole facilities in the country
offering lush greens, posh clubhouses, and sprawling expanses for the
serious golfer. Back in Prague you’ll find a handful of decent courses.
Most offer lessons, a pro-shop, 9-hole course, and an area for children.
Golf Hostivař boasts a golf simulator and special kids’ course; Golf and
Country Club Prague in Braník has indoor/outdoor ranges and is easily
accessible by tram; Best Golf is a family-oriented driving range. Golf
Club Praha in Motol is geared toward the corporate set—their company
golf academy facilitates business meet-and-greets.
GRoominG
Male waxing is a painful topic in more ways than one. Beauty Secrets
has a special price list for men including full back (800 CZK), half back
(400 CZK). Bum and groin waxing is available, too. For those who get
squeamish just reading about man-waxing but seek some serious hair
removal nonetheless, try the natural sugar-aloe treatment at Sweet
Epil. From Clinique to Clarins and L’Oréal to Lancôme, skincare lines
dedicated to men are widespread in drugstores, cosmetics shop,
grocery stores, and salons. Perfect Face, a Dermalogica store, offers
skincare analysis and facial treatments especially for men including a
special line of shaving products. For the kind of guy grooming that’s
oh-so-Prague, suds up with Manufaktura’s beer-infused soaps and
shampoos. Plastic surgery clinics throughout Prague do hair transplant
surgery. Inter Clinic was one of the first in the Czech Republic for this
kind of procedure.
bARbeRS
It’s still possible to get a haircut in Prague for less than 100 CZK—just
go into any kadeřnictví and say Můžete mě ostříhat a vyfoukat (I’d
like a trim). But a few fine establishments have sprung up in recent
years that promise the old-fashioned, lathery barbershop experience.
Thomas’s Barbershop is a luxurious salon intent on giving the modern
gentleman a cut and shave in an atmosphere reminiscent of the
glamorous Czechoslovak First Republic (and with the exception of the
flat-screen television it does evoke another time). The full package—a
haircut, shave, and whiskey—runs 1,500 CZK. A haircut alone is

440 CZK. Pánská pasáž (The Gentleman’s Arcade), Prague’s first
mall for men features Franck Provost Salon where fellas can get a
cut, precision wet shave, manicure, pedicure, and massage. Thirdgeneration
barber Kraig Casebier works out of Head salon and will give
you a cut, shampoo, blow-dry, and neck shave for 450 CZK. For more
on hair salons see FOR HER page 61.
SuitS
Adam Steiner is square one for bespoke suits in Prague, outfitting
Václavs Klaus and Havel and other Prague power players in their
stately Wenceslas Square atelier since 1930. German stalwart Hugo
Boss stocks sleek European-cut suits and other finery at their Pařížská
Street store. For Italian flair, the newly opened Reports brings luxury
Italian style to the heart of Old Town with elegant suits from Canali
and Jey Coleman. Browse creamy jackets and silky shirts at Brioni,
conveniently located in the Four Seasons for your Martini-swilling
convenience. Ermenegildo Zegna’s breathable Cool Effects line keeps
you composed under pressure. Corneliani’s, on the quiet end of Široká,
is another made-to-measure Italian tailor—you select the fabric and
cut, and the suit is finished in the factory. Sumptuous suits from these
tailors can cost anywhere from 20,000 to 25,000 CZK and up.
On the affordable end, the men’s store on the top floor of the new
Wenceslas Square Van Graaf offers mix-and-match trousers, jackets
and shirts you select from a range of labels that includes Tommy
Hilfiger and s.Oliver. Many of Prague’s old-guard department stores
and arcades sell suits: Try the Multi Brand Shop in Pasáž Černá
Růže, the OP Prostějov shop in Kotva or UK standbys Marks &
Spencer or Debenhams. Sunset Suits has showrooms around town
that cater to the fashion-conscious on a budget. Worth the trek, the
Prostějov and Blažek outlets at the Fashion Arena Outlet in Štěrboholy
will cost you 6,000–15,000 CZK.
With multiple locations, Adina is celebration-wear central; Kleinod,
within walking distance of the Chodov metro station, can order tuxes
and suits manufacturer-direct from top labels worldwide. Adama,
another hotspot for honeymooners-in-waiting, brings much to Prague’s
circuit of svatební salony (wedding salons) with a nice selection of
tuxedoes and suits and, for customers with a heavier build, an extrawide
jacket option. Prices for suit or tuxedo rentals range anywhere
from 1,300 to 4,500 CZK for up to four days. Dry-cleaning (čistírna)
prices are typically per piece with jackets and pants 100–120 CZK
each, and shirts 60–70 CZK.
ShoppinG/FAShion
The Old Town, and particularly Pařížská Street, is home to luxe
menswear labels and small boutiques like Pařížská 5, stocking Fred
Perry, Marc Jacobs, and Paul Frank, and Fashion Police which has
Cesare Paciotti shoes. The area around the Powder Tower (Prašná
Brána) hosts a nice little collection of upscale shops devoted to offthe-rack
menswear: Onvi, Kenzo, and Versace. So-called “multi-brand”
stores around town carry everything from Armani to Zegna. Pietro Filipi
is a Czech label that’s stepping up to smart style with a line of narrow
ties, waistcoats, vests and popped collars for an Englishman-in-Prague
look. Marlboro Classics does the rugged, scuffed leather look. Freedom
& Porridge is a new store that imports American street style à la Jay-
Z’s Rocawear. Venetian menswear giant Pal Zileri recently opened a
flagship in Prague.
The Gentleman’s Arcade (Pánská pasáž), Prague’s first mall for men, is
in the same neighborhood and houses, among other exclusive shops,
Le Premier. Jozef Sloboda is one contemporary designer who’s a
favorite among local men. Hipsters should check out Czech designers
Sistersconspiracy for edgy menswear; pick up a pair of retro Botas
kicks at 66 Gallery and Concept Store. Hypnose has everything from
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Alexander McQueen to Versace. And don’t forget to cap off your
shopping spree with a visit to Czech milliner Tonak, the first name
in men’s hats, for a stylish fedora, panama, or bowler. For more on
shopping, including listings for malls and helpful phrases, see FOR HER
page 61.
denim
Whether you’re looking for Japanese selvage or vintage customized
or just a plain pair of loose fits, there is plenty by way of good jeans in
Prague. The cozy Cartoon shop is crammed full of interesting and fresh
designs. Cartoon sells the extremely successful Carhartt brand. The
Address Idea have three stores in Prague, which are all located in fairly
central locations around the city. Their Enter The Address store, located
on 28.října (off Wenceslas Square), is the best store to visit for denim.
This Italian-owned independent specializes in vintage garments, so get
ready to dig a little in the piles of roughed up Levi’s. Enter The Address
also stocks pieces from Swedish brand Cheap Monday and the Italian/
French brand Hells Bells. Both of these are known in the denim world
for providing skinny or super-slim fitting jeans. Queens was once
well-known for providing garments for Prague’s ever growing hip-hop
contingency (think over-sized sweat suits and faux gold chains!).
These days, the store stocks a happy balance of the above mentioned
style alongside streetwear brands like the American-based LRG & The
Hundreds. Denim Heads opened its doors this year, stocking some of
the most progressive and interesting denim brands in the market.
outdooR AppARel
Purveyor of patchy trousers Rejoice Shop is a favorite among
Czechs for casual sportswear and oddities like five-toed footwear.
Sport Revolution has a nice balance of useful, practical equipment
and functional clothing plus imported Italian sunglasses. At Hanibal
Sport the staff is very friendly and able to explain the ins and outs
of waterproofing and breathable outerwear in perfect English. Alpine
Pro Store/Sport Town sells its own branded garments, which seem of
standard quality and price. They are the official sponsors of the Czech
Olympic team, and stock a wide selection of their own branded shoes
and walking boots. Bushman’s faux rustic styles are also suitable for
the office. Rockpoint offers three stories of well-known brands like The
North Face, Mamut, and Hannah.
deSiGneR SunGlASSeS
Women have their fancy handbags and 6-inch heels; men need a little
flare, too. When it comes to looking cool on the streets of Prague,
designer shades are a must. The English department store Debenhams
provides a plethora of men’s eyewear. Prices range from conservative
to designer with almost any designer brand you can think of.
Debenhams carries all the trends and hot styles for the year, in addition
to some classic shades that will never go out of style. Louis Vuitton
maintains a hearty collection of men’s sunglasses. Sporty and trendy
styles alike can be found here.
With over 15 locations throughout Prague, Eiffel Optic provides
eye care services as well as a showroom for purchases. A doctor’s
appointment is not needed to purchase frames. Discounts are offered
as well for certain brands and styles. Similar to Eiffel Optic, FokusOptik
offers many different designer sunglasses options for men. Gucci, Hugo
Boss, Dior and Tommy Hilfiger brands can be found at any of the eight
locations in Prague. Discounts are regularly offered, especially when
paired with an eye exam. However, an eye exam is not required for
purchasing frames. Žilka Optik Studio carries trendy Alain Mikli shades.
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oFFice liFe
The corporate environment in the Czech Republic is largely
international with numerous global companies and their expatriates
occupying office spaces across Prague and beyond. Those who are
accustomed to doing business in an international environment won’t be
lost when it comes to proper etiquette in the Czech Republic. However,
there are a few things to take note of in a predominantly Czech office:
Businessmen dress smart and conservative, often wearing sport coats
or suits; despite how casual the Western world may be dressing,
Prague-based recruiting agencies have spotted trends in much more
formal style of business dress in recent years. As a foreigner in the
Czech Republic, you should not remove your coat or tie in a meeting
unless your Czech colleagues do first. Also, when meeting with a
woman, a man waits until she extends her hand first, unless she is
his boss.
dAtinG
Czech women (and dating and marrying them) are a hot topic on our
message boards. Are they on the make? Out for a husband? After
your citizenship? For all the times we’ve heard about the perfect
submissiveness of Czech women, we’ve heard equally from Czech
women themselves who defy this silly stereotype and note that they
mainly dig guys from the West for their respectful attitudes toward
women. In the big scheme of things it’s all subjective.
But before you dip a toe into the Czech dating pool take heed: Chivalry
is far from dead in the Czech lands. Courtesies such as taking coats
and opening doors are expected. She’ll also expect you to pick up the
tab. When opening doors it is important to remember one habit which
is curiously different here—upon entering a restaurant, the man always
goes through the door first. Women leave first. If you’d like to put these
tips to practice via our personals, visit us on the web at Expats.cz/
Prague/Czech-classified-server.
men’S clubS
Numerous Prague-based organizations exist for networking and social
opportunities. Long-established international organizations, such as the
Rotary Club or Lions Club, have been set up in the Czech Republic. The
Rotary Club has a number of branches in the country, in Prague and
smaller towns and cities. The Lions Club International also has
representation throughout the Czech Republic. Both are basically
Czech-speaking organizations, but members may be able to give you
useful contacts.
The American Chamber of Commerce and the British Chamber of
Commerce are active in the Czech Republic; the International Sports
League (ISL) organizes competitive basketball, volleyball, and football
leagues as a way to play competitively while meeting potential
clients. The Prague Cricket Club welcomes expats as well as Czechs.
Homesick Brits and Irish may wish to contact Prague Barbarians RFC,
a rugby club set up by a group of expats. Get your motor runnin’ with
the Prague Expat Bikers club.
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gadgets, shoot billiards, or watch the big game) plus additional tips for
shopping, money management, and much more.
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Skydigital.cz
Korunní 104, Prague
+420 774 770 774
Sales@SkyDigital.Cz | www.SkyDigital.Cz
We specialise in supplying and installing Sky TV in the Czech Republic
offering a full range of English television programming. We also supply flat
screen LCD and Plasma screens from leading brands such a Samsung,
LG and Sony.
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classic Shoes
Újezd 3, Praha - Malá strana, 150 00
+420 257 225 287
www.classicshoes.eu | office@classicshoes.eu
We are the only traditional men’s shoe store in Prague. We offer classic,
mostly handmade men’s shoes by English, American or other international
brands such as Alden, Alfred Sargent, Loake or Vass Budapest. We also
offer bespoke shoe service.
ShoppinG centeRS
SupeRStoRe
Budějovická 64, Praha 4
+420 603 187 054
www.dbksuperstore.cz | info@dbksuperstore.cz
We have the biggest offer of branded home accessories, pots pans,
cutlery, glass, porcelain, furnishings, lighting, wall clocks, gifts, czech
glass, czech souvenirs, creative toys, artificial flowers, bed linen, pillows,
household articles etc
men’s health
Dům Světla www.aids-pomoc.cz
Malého 3, Prague 8 +420 224 814 284
Medicentrum Prague www.medicentrum.cz
Kartouzská 6, Prague 5 +420 257 323 219
Urocentrum Prague www.urocentrum.eu
Karlovo nam. 3, Prague 1 +420 224 923 756
Whiskey/cigar bars
Bar and Books www.barandbooks.cz
Týnská 19, Prague 1 +420 224 815 122
Hemingway Bar www.hemingwaybar.eu
Karolíny Světlé 26, Prague 1 +420 773 974 764
La Bodegita del Medio www.labodegitadelmedio.cz
Kaprova 19, Prague 1 +420 224 813 922
Whiskeria www.whiskeria.cz
Jindřišská věž, Prague 1 +420420 224 248 645
Sports bars
Hooters www.hooters.cz
Vodičkova 12, Prague 1 +420 224 946 063
Dubliner www.aulddubliner.cz
Týn 1, Prague 1 +420 224 895 404
The Drunken Monkey www.thepragueunderground.com
U milosrdných 4, Prague 1 +420 776 491 446
Paddy Reilly’s www.facebook.com/Paddy.
Reillys.Pub
Ve Smečkách 21, Prague 1 +420 775 095 714
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billiards
Centrum V Cipu www.billiardcentrum.cz
Ostrovského 253, Prague 1 +420 233 013 300
Grooming
Beauty Secrets www.beautysecrets.cz
Čs. Armády 16, Prague 6 +420 728 688 489
Inter Clinic www.interclinic.cz
Na Výšince 149, Prague 5 +420 257 910 505
Manufaktura www.manufaktura.cz
Vinohradská 151, Prague 3 n/a
Perfect Face www.perfectface.cz
Americká 24, Prague 2 +420 725 156 006
Sweet Epil www.sweet-epil.cz
Vyšehradská 37, Prague 2 +420 224 910 599
barber Shops
Franck Provost www.franckprovostprague.com
Na Příkopě 23, Prague 1 +420 224 282 183
Kraig Casebier www.headcz.cz
Dittrichova 6, Prague 2 +420 737 407 714
Thomas’s Barbershop www.thomasbarbershop.cz
Navrátilova 16, Prague 1 +420 776 885 835
Suits/tailors
Adam Steiner www.adamsteiner.cz
Politických vězňů 10, Prague 1 +420 724 552 019
Adama www.adama.cz
Jablonecká 359, Prague 9 +420 283 883 000
Adina www.svatebi-saty-adina.cz
5. Května 1324, Prague 2 +420 725 433 058
Blažek www.blazek.eu
U továren 261, Prague 10 +420 234 225 108
Brioni www.brioni.com
Křižovnická 3, Prague 1 +420 224 814 201
Corneliani www.corneliani.com
Jakubská 6, Prague 1 +420 224 829 472
Debenhams www.debenhams.cz
Václavské náměstí 21, Prague 1 +420 221 015 026
Dita Filipova www.ditafil.com
Drtinova 10, Prague 5 +420 776 289 812
Fashion Arena Outlet www.fashionarenaoutlet.cz
Průmyslová ulice, Prague 10 +420 266 014 111
Ermenegildo Zegna www.zegna.com
U Prašné brány 3, Prague 1 +420 224 216 407
Hugo Boss www.hugoboss.com
Pařížská 6, Prague 1 +420 222 324 536
Kleinod www.klenoid.cz
Kulhanovského 2, Prague 4 +420 272 910 622
Marks & Spencer www.marks-and-spencer.cz
Náměstí Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 221 778 208
Multi Brand Shop (Černá Růže) www.multibrandshop.cz
Na Příkopě 12, Prague 1 +420 777 219 357
Op Prostějov (Kotva) www.op-profashion.cz
Revoluční 8, Prague 1 +420 224 801 352
Reports www.reports.cz
V kolkovně 5, Prague 1 +420 732 451 780
Sunset Suits www.sunsetsuits.cz
Na Slupi 17, Prague 2 +420 284 052 206
Van Graaf www.vangraaf.com
Václavské náměstí 17, Prague 1 +420 296 304 200
men’s Fashion
Adidas www.adidas.cz
Na příkopě 12, Prague 1 +420 224 210 160
Fashion Police www.fashionpolice.cz
Pařížská 21, Prague 1 +420 230 233 023
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Freedom & Porridge www.freedom&porridge.com
Truhlářská 7, Prague 1 +420 222 317 208
Hura www.hura.cz
Italská 34, Prague 2 n/a
Hypnose www.hypnose-store.cz
Na příkopě 859/22, Prague 1 +420 725 921 858
Jozef Sloboda www.jozefsloboda.cz
Rytířská 11, Prague 1 +420 222 311 906
Kenzo www.kenzo.com
Náměstí Republiky 5, Prague 1 +420 222 002 302
Marlboro Classics www.marlboroclassics.be
Na Pankráci 1727/86, Prague 4 +420 244 404 612
Nike www.nikeprague.cz
Na příkopě 859/22, Prague 1 +420 606 058 802
Onvi www.onvi.cz
U Prašné brány 3, Prague 1 +420 602 356 856
Play Bag www.playbag.cz
Mokrá 336, Zlín +420 775 133 284
Pietro Filipi www.pietrofilipi.cz
Národní 31, Prague 1 +420 222 365 239
Sisters Conspiracy www.sistersconspiracy.cz
Vítkova 8, Prague 8 +420 732 644 122
66 Gallery & Concept Store www.botas66.cz
Konviktská 30, Prague 1 +420 224 281 148
Versace www.versace.com
U Prašné brány 3, Prague 1 +420 224 810 016
Gadgets
Alza.cz www.alza.cz
Jateční 33, Prague 7 +420 225 340 111
Czechcomputer.cz www.czechcomputer.cz
Hviezdoslavova 26, Prague 4 +420 242 410 000
Datart www.datart.cz
Plzeňská 8, Prague 5 +420 810 328 278
Electroworld www.electroworld.cz
Metropole Zličín, Prague 5 +420 810 396 753
Euronics www.euronics.cz
nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 577 055 870
Heureka.cz www.heureka.cz
n/a +420 483 367 873
iStyle.cz www.istyle.cz
Nádražní 23, Prague 5 +420 257 214 340
Kasa.cz www.kasa.cz
n/a +420 841 800 800
Kinetik.cz www.kinetik.cz
Bělehradská 68, Prague 2 +420 221 501 511
Macwell.cz www.Macwell.cz
Libeňská 38, Prague 8 +420 271 731 808
Mall.cz www.mall.cz
n/a +420 840 625 529
Nakupka.cz www.Nakupka.cz
n/a +420 277 779 421
Okay www.okay.cz
Budějovická 2, Prague 4 +420 261 123 373
Okcomputers.cz www.Okcomputers.cz
n/a +420 466 053 771
clubs
American Chamber of Commerce www.amcham.cz
Dušní 10, Prague 1 +420 222 329 430
British Chamber of Commerce www.britishchamber.cz
Malé náměstí 11, Prague 1 +420 224 835 161
International Sports League www.hrajtesnami.cz
Spálená 51, Prague 1 +420 774 553 388
Lions Club www.lionsclub.cz
n/a n/a
Prague Cricket Club www.cricket.cz
K Lesu 558/2, Prague 4 +420 724 307 957
Prague Barbarians RFC barbarians.rugby.cz
n/a n/a
Rotary Club www.rotary2240.org
Dusíkova 16, Jihlava +420 737 281 393
Golf
Best Golf www.bestgolf.cz
Impera Park,Oderská 333, Prague 9 +420 777 109 130
Golf & Country Club Mstětice www.gccm.cz
Mstětice, Zeleneč, Prague Západ +420 326 997 190
Golf & Country Club Prague www.hodkovicky.cz
Vltavanů 982, Prague 4 +420 244 460 435
Golf Club Hostivař www.golfhostivar.cz
Hornoměcholupská 565, Prague 10 +420 724 124 818
Golf Club Poděbrady www.golfpodebrady.cz
Na Zálesí 530, Poděbrady +420 325 610 928
Golf Club Prague www.gcp.cz
Plzeňská 401/2, Prague 5 +420 257 216 584
Golf Resort Konopiště www.gcko.cz
Tvoršovice 27, Benešov +420 317 784 044
Nova Amerika Country Club www.novagolf.cz
Zaloňov 45, Jaroměř +420 499 694 241
Royal Golf Club Mariánské Lázně www.golfml.cz
Závišín 582, close to Mariánské Lázně +420 354 624 300
Football clubs
AS Sparta Prague www.sparta.cz
AS Slavia Prague www.slavia.cz
Bohemians Prague (Střížkov) www.bohemiansfc.cz
Dukla Prague www.duklaPrague.cz
F.C. Bohemians Prague 1905 www.fc-bohemians.cz
FK Viktoria Žižkov www.fkvz.cz
hockey clubs
HC Slavia Prague www.hc-slavia.cz
Ocelářská 2, Prague 9 (O2 Arena) n/a
HC Sparta Prague www.hcsparta.cz
Za elektárnou 419, Prague 7 (Tesla Arena) n/a
biking
Bike Ranch www.bikeranch.cz
Novovysočanská 892/2, Prague 9 +420 606 751 751
City Bike www.citybike-prague.com
Králodvorská 5, Prague 1 +420 776 180 284
Cykloprag www.cykloprag.cz
Řipská 27, Prague 2 +420 224 254 767
Cykloservis u Tyrše www.cykloservis-kola.cz
Jaselská 38, Prague 6 +420 224 319 738
JM Sport www.jmsport.cz
Střelničná 1660, Prague 8 +420 284 686 847
Prague Bike www.Praguebike.cz
Dlouhá 24, Prague 1 +420 732 388 880
Squash
Arbes Squash and Fitness Centrum www.squasharbes.cz
Arbesovo náměstí 15, Prague 5 +420 257 326 041
ASB Squash Centrum www.asbsquash.cz
Václavské náměstí 15, Prague 1 +420 224 232 752
cricket
Prague Bohemians Cricket Club www.czechcricket.cz
n/a +420 720 312 457
Prague Cricket Club www.cricket.cz
K Lesu 558/2, Prague 4 +420 724 307 957
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other medical centers in Prague. CMC offers a wide range
of expert care from cardiology to surgery. These doctors
are in many cases the heads of their particular department
and have had experience abroad. Furthermore, many fields
have more than one specialist, increasing your chances
of getting the care you need and all these services are
offered in one place.
The center doesn’t restrict its services to traditional
medicine. They also have acupuncture and homeopathy
specialists. Furthermore the center provides consultation
in the fields of nutrition and psychology.
Another advantage to CMC is that the center is equipped
with up-to-date medical equipment. They are able to
perform most procedures on site without having to send
you to a hospital. Other services include organizing
transportation by ambulance or picking up prescription
medicine as required.
CMC further distinguishes itself from other medical centers
by being available on weekends and in the evening. This
is not just the GPs. Dentists and pediatricians are also
available when many other specialists are closed. The
numbers for these practitioners are found on their website.
Moreover, doctors from CMC will make home visits.
Everyone knows that the Czech medical insurance system
can present complications. Not all GPs or dentists accept
the state medical insurance. In other circumstances you
might be turned away because the doctor has enough
patients for his/her surgery and is not obliged to accept
anymore.
CMC offers a simple membership program to avoid the
event of being denied medical service. The program is for
foreigners who have Czech insurance. There are a number
of programs to suit a range of budgets and medical
requirements. Basic medical coverage for GP visits only
is 6,000 CZK per year. Comprehensive coverage costs
40,000 CZK per year and includes preventive check ups,
vaccinations, transportation by ambulance and many
other services which not only ensure your health but your
comfort as well. Other membership programs include
dental care and gynecology.
CMC also recognizes a number of international medical
insurance companies such as MetLife and CIGNA
International, which means the coverage you had at home
can be brought with you. If you don’t wish to be a member
or don’t have insurance from one of the foreign companies
which the center recognizes, they provide an easy to
follow price list with a breakdown of services.
CMC proves that starting a new life in the Czech Republic
doesn’t mean having to compromise your health and wellbeing
nor that of your family.
The Canadian Medical Care will be contributing to the
Expats.cz Healthy Living section as an authority in their
field. Keep an eye on Expats.cz/healthy-living/ for future
content.
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For optimal health it’s important to nourish
body, mind, and soul—a tall order when you’re
in a strange country where every part of
you might feel a little out of whack. The city
offers a multitude of opportunities for making
your life in Prague a healthy one: affordable
healthcare, plentiful hiking and biking trails,
scores of farmers’ markets and health food
stores, alternative therapies for mind-and-body
treatments. Use our guide to help you keep fit
from head-to-toe while ensuring your continued
state of mind is—peaceful.
nAtionAlized heAlthcARe
As soon as you receive your health insurance card you are eligible
for nationalized healthcare. Doctor visits require a 30 CZK fee (60
CZK per day in hospital and 90 CZK for emergency treatment) but
everything else should be free, including lab work, and prescriptions
are very inexpensive. While the care is great value and of high quality,
the system itself can seem daunting to outsiders, especially those who
don’t speak Czech. In general, you may approach any doctor and ask
to be their patient. You can ask around for recommendations, or simply
visit your local medical complex; there is one for each Prague district.
doctoR ViSitS
Upon your first visit, the administrative staff may come off as grumpy
and the waiting rooms can feel depressing. A nurse will periodically
bustle out into the waiting room, and you must rush to hand her your
paperwork and insurance card. She will then disappear back into the
room, and call you later. General practitioners’ offices do not usually
make appointments; it’s simply first come, first served. If the matter is
more urgent, or you are just feeling off-color, you can see the doctor
during the office’s ordinační hodiny (operating hours). The problem
is several other people will be doing this, too. Going in the afternoon
may increase your chances of a shorter wait as those needing more
attention tend to go in earlier. But there’s no guarantee.
Your general practitioner can issue information about specialists and
arrange appointments on your behalf. A number of expats recommend
the Central Military Hospital (ÚVN – Ústřední vojenská nemocnice),
which offers care that’s comparable to what you’d receive abroad and
accepts basic Czech health insurance.
pediAtRiciAnS
Na Homolce’s Pediatric Department seems to be a favorite among
expatriate parents in Prague. The walk-in clinic is open weekdays 7:30–
16:00, with emergency services available 16:00–20:00 on weekdays
and 7:00–19:00 on weekends and public holidays. The doctors and
staff speak English, German, and Russian and the receptionists are
also bilingual. Basic Czech health insurance is accepted.
Like most developed countries, the Czech Republic has virtually
eradicated diseases such as polio, diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping
cough through nation-wide immunization. To keep yourself and your
kids healthy with a checklist of the most common vaccinations and the
recommended timeline for their administration, visit us on the web.
dentAl cARe
Dentistry practiced in the Czech Republic is of the same high standard
as in other developed countries. All the same procedures one might
expect in Great Britain or the United States can be found here, and
the prices are quite reasonable. The question for many boils down to
two things: who can speak enough English to treat me as a patient,
and where can I go for a high quality, affordable experience? If
money is no object, there are excellent private clinics in Prague that
accommodate English as well as other foreign language speakers. One
of them is American Dental, also a favorite for children’s dentistry. But
once you’ve paid your mandatory medical insurance, it may be more
practical to go to a local dentist in your district who accepts VZP and
OZP, and speaks “enough” English.
A basic dental check-up in the Czech Republic does not include
cleaning—if you want this service you’ll be referred to a hygienist
and may pay out of pocket. You will also have to pay extra for dental
anesthetic before having your teeth drilled. A number of expats
recommend Stomatologické Centrum for its central location, modern
facilities, and friendly staff. The international dentistry course at
Charles University is always looking for patients in need of checkups,
cleaning and fillings; all for free and under the supervision of a
professor. The European Dental Center stays open late on weeknights
and on weekends to accommodate clients and also offers emergency
care.
pRiVAte clinicS
There are many health centers in Prague that staff friendly, Englishspeaking
professionals and offer a multitude of medical services and
treatments under one roof. Canadian Medical Care and Unicare are
outpatient clinics that cater to the expat community (70% of their
patients are foreigners). Everything from dental work to major surgery
is performed by their specialists, and services are available for both
adults and children. Here you’ll find a more Western approach to
medicine—one in which the patient controls the reins of his or her care.
Both offer home visits, 24-hour emergency care, and transport for the
disabled. A caveat, however: if you have basic Czech health insurance
(VZP) as opposed to international insurance (Aetna, Bupa, etc.) you
might not be covered at private clinics, and you’ll probably be asked to
pay upfront. Doctor visits can run up to 2,000 CZK.
mentAl heAlth
Adjustment to a new culture is not always the primary reason for
expats in need of therapy. Oftentimes expats seek professional help
navigating cross-cultural relationships where communication problems
can arise, hoping to understand how cultural communication affects
their relationships. Other issues may be lurking, such as family,
relationships, job-related anxiety or depression. Helplessness, isolation,
identity-related and cultural problems can make these issues feel more
acute. Some policies of Czech VZP insurance cover a certain number of
psychotherapy sessions if the patient has a psychiatric diagnosis and
was referred to therapy by a psychiatrist.
It can be difficult to find a therapist providing Czech insurance-covered
services in foreign languages. Providing services in foreign languages
is considered by most Czech specialists who mainly work with Czechs
to be an extra (nadstandardní) service, and usually doctors charge
foreigners more than they would charge local self-paying patients.
Some psychiatrists, however, do see clients with local insurance for
medical consultations.
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One weakness in the Czech system is the state of its emergency
rooms. Instead of emergency rooms proper, hospitals usually designate
one small section of the hospital for “Urgent Care” and the training of
those staffing this ward isn’t always of the highest standard. It’s often
best to contact your doctor’s 24-hour emergency hotline instead. Your
physician can then act as a mediator between you and the hospital
personnel (who probably won’t speak much English) in an emergency
situation. The Polyclinic at Národní is an emergency medical service
center that specially caters to the US and British Embassies but opens
its doors to everyone. For more on emergencies see page 194.
public heAlth inSuRAnce
Those living in the Czech Republic are required to have some form
of health insurance. If you are a permanent resident or an official
employee of a Czech company you can join one of the nine public
health funds. The Public Health Insurance Act stipulates that public
health insurance covers: stays in a public hospital, emergency care,
visits to a GP (including medical check-ups once every two years),
vaccines against rabies, tetanus, TB, and against influenza for people
over 65, twice yearly dental check-ups, amalgam dental fillings, and
prescription medications.
Payment for your health insurance comes directly from your wages.
The total contribution per person is 13.5% of their salary; one third is
paid by the employee and two thirds by the employer. This means that
4.5% of your income goes towards your health insurance. If you have a
business license, your insurance is usually paid at tax time. The amount
is typically 13.5% of half of your annual income, though this can vary
depending on the accounting method you use.
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If you neither have permanent residence nor are employed by a Czech
employer, you must organize insurance on your own. If you are selfemployed
and have a long-term residence permit you should arrange
contractual insurance individually with a public health insurance
company. Premiums are paid upfront and the contract will apply for a
specified period. You will need to undergo a medical examination and
fill out a simple questionnaire. The policy can be extended if you are
renewing your residence permit.
New health insurance regulations (as of 2011) say that foreigners
applying for a long-term visa in the Czech Republic must carry
comprehensive health insurance known as komplexní zdravotní
pojištění. Apart from health insurance being mandatory, it must be
provided by a company listed with the Czech National Bank. The
coverage must be for the minimum amount of 30,000 EUR and must
cover medical treatment for sudden injury or illness, and repatriation of
the patient. Furthermore, the insurance should have no deductibles. The
term in Czech is bez spoluúčasti, which translates literally as “without
participation”. Either way, it means that there is no amount which should
be paid by you, and the insurer should provide full coverage.
If you have a long-term visa and you are an employee of a company
registered in the Czech Republic, then it is possible to be insured through
VZP, in the same way that someone with permanent residence would be
insured. The insurance is dependent on the period of employment. When
you are not employed you are expected to take out private insurance.
If you are not employed by a company registered in the Czech Republic,
e.g. if you are a student or you work under a business license then you
will have to take out insurance. Of the 53 insurers listed with the Czech
National Bank, seven offer health insurance for foreigners who meet the
criteria mentioned above. These insurers are: VZP/PVZP, Maxima/AXA,
Slavia, UNIQA, and Victoria Volksbanken.
Many employers have an arrangement with Všeobecná zdravotní
pojišt’ovna České republiky (General Health Insurance Company of the
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Czech Republic) or VZP as it is better known. It’s the largest health
insurance company in the country, with offices throughout the Czech
Republic. If you are not a salaried employee of a Czech firm, you are
still required to have health insurance with an insurance firm registered
in the Czech Republic. This is especially important when applying for a
visa, since the foreign police and Czech consulates will require proof of
Czech health insurance. VZP for Foreigners (www.vzpforforeigners.cz)
offers a private health insurance plan for foreigners not employed by
a Czech firm. You can apply online or speak to their English-language
staff; they can usually arrange coverage and documents within hours.
Once you are registered in the system, either as an employee or on
a self-employed basis, you will be issued a card by your insurance
company. You should keep it on your person at all times and produce it
every time you go to hospital or see your doctor. Remember that public
GPs have a contract with one of the health insurance companies, and
when you sign up for a local doctor you may find that he or she does
not have a contract with the same company that you do. You should
therefore check which insurance firm the doctor has an agreement
with. If you have to visit a doctor who has a contract with a different
healthcare company, then your provider will reimburse the doctor for
any costs involved. However, this is the case only where “essential” and
“urgent” treatment is required.
The situation for EU citizens changed when the Czech Republic became
a member of the European Union. These days, even if you only have
přechodný pobyt (temporary residence), which lasts five years, you
enjoy similar rights to Czech citizens based on the principle of common
healthcare provision across the EU. This means that if you are working
for an employer, the arrangements described above still apply. If you
are working on a freelance basis, e.g. as a translator, you still have to
make monthly payments. In the past, you had to take out contractual
insurance (if you had long-term residence) but now you have to make
an arrangement with a health insurance company yourself. It’s also
possible to set up insurance with a non-domestic healthcare company
if you are an EU citizen, but this arrangement must comply with EU
law on public healthcare, so you should obviously confirm that it does
before purchasing coverage.
pRiVAte inSuRAnce
If you are working independently, you can arrange for cover with a
company from home. If you work for a large multi-national firm, your
employer may have set up private care for you already. Through their
employer, many expats have arrangements with firms such as Bupa,
and they go to private clinics that accept these and other private
policies. Depending on your situation, you may also be obliged to make
contributions to the Czech public healthcare system (see above). This
can be advantageous if you must go to a public hospital for emergency
treatment. If you tell the hospital you have private care, it may mean
filling out paperwork. If you arrange to pay for treatment with your
private coverage you might be asked to pay upfront and be reimbursed
by your provider later. If you need to show proof of healthcare in order
to apply for a visa, be sure the private policy you are considering meets
the requirements of the foreign police. Note that since January 1,
2010 only private health insurance obtained through a firm registered
in the Czech Republic is acceptable at the foreign police and Czech
consulates for obtaining a Czech visa and residence permit.
FitneSS centeRS
A run-of-the-mill fitness center will have a gym, pool, sauna, massage
service, and perhaps a tanning bed (solarium). Fancier gyms may have
whirlpools, personal trainers, babysitting services, basketball courts,
and even beauty salons. Smaller centers usually offer at least aerobics
classes (Zumba, step, spinning, etc.). Holmes Place Health Club, a
favorite among expats, has an impressive list of classes, everything
from hip-hop dance to Tae Bo to power yoga. Delroy’s Gym offers a
range of martial arts, including tai-chi, Thai boxing, karate for kids, selfdefense,
and kickboxing. Keep in mind that the farther from the center
you venture the less likely it is that your instructor will speak English.
For the truly adventurous, or those who speak a bit of Czech, Sokol
classes are incredibly cheap; you can take an aerobics class for about
70 CZK a session. If you can afford the monthly fees of 3,000–5,000
CZK, most of Prague’s premiere hotels offer top-of-the-line equipment
and facilities. The Cybex Health Club and Spa at the Hilton Prague
Hotel boasts the city’s largest combination of sport facilities, including
a putting green. Corinthia Panorama’s top-floor health and fitness
center provides a dazzling view of Prague Castle. Fit Centrum Vagon
and the YMCA are good places to economize on your workout. There
are a variety of ways to pay at Prague’s fitness centers. You can buy a
one-month, three-month, six-month, or a year-long plan. Message-board
favorites: Balance Club and Hit Fitness Flora.
SWimminG/beAcheS
A few tips on public pools: most pools assign you a locker, often with
a key on a wrist band that you can wear in the water, and many have
private changing rooms for those inclined to modesty. There’s usually
a “no shoes in the changing room” policy, and many pools designate
an area near the entrance for removing the offending items and putting
them in plastic bags to take in with you. Make sure you check the
opening times before you visit; a lot of pools close for a midday break.
Expect to pay by how long you plan to stay—usually in 60 or 90 minute
blocks. You’ll typically pay 70–90 CZK per session. This might seem a
bit restrictive (and steep) at first, but an hour and a half is ample time
for a few lengths.
Hotel pools are an option as well. Hotel Axa is a favorite in the center
of town, great for lengths, and popular with locals and hotel patrons
alike. With great pool toys, a children’s trampoline, and a twisty-turny
water slide, Aquapark Lagoon Letňany is a kid’s dream. As well as the
water slide, you’ll find a spa pool, kids’ pool, and a 25-meter main pool.
A bit out of the way but worth the trip. Also: AquaPalace in Čestlice.
PSA Hloubětín is a modern pool attached to a fitness complex. It
has one 25-meter pool, one children’s pool, and café cuisine that’s
surprisingly on the lighter side. For size, accessibility, facilities, and
the sheer novelty of being able to swim outside in temperatures below
freezing, Podolí can’t be beat! The huge indoor pool, knee-knockingly
high diving boards, giant outdoor waterslide, and heated outdoor pool
all make for a unique experience. Prague’s Žluté lázně (Yellow Spa)
on the east banks of the Vltava in Podolí boasts an impressive 35,000
square meters that can hold up to 8,000 visitors.
hikinG tRAilS
The Czech tradition of hiking goes back a long way. The Czech Hiking
Club (Klub Českých Turistů), or KČT, was established in 1888. One
of the contributions KČT has made to hiking is the use of colored
markers: red, blue, green, and yellow, on a white background.
Generally, the blue and red trails are for longer main trails and the
yellow and green connect them. At present there are over 40,000 km
of trails, of which 200–400 km are changed annually. These changes
appear in the new editions of the 98 maps of the Czech Republic
available at most large book stores. If you’ve never been hiking before,
the Beroun (map 36) area is a good place to start. Very accessible
from Prague, you can visit Karlštejn and the former quarries Velká
Amerika, Malá Amerika, and Mexiko (now filled with water) all within
a day. Located north of Prague, Czech Paradise/Český ráj (map 19)
is synonymous with hiking. Natural attractions include the labyrinthine
rock formations of Prachovské skály, and Drabské světníčky, a rock
city allegedly the haunt of bandits.
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Štefánikova 6, Prague 5
+420 257 320 918
Lékárna Letná
Františka Křižíka 22, Prague 7
+420 233 375 599
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Belgická 37, Prague 2
+420 222 513 396
Medcentrum
(Online pharmacy)
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uSeFul VocAbulARy
Ache/pain bolest
Allergy alergie
Arterial bleeding tepenné krvácení
Bleeding krvácení
Broken zlomený
Burn popálenina
Burning pálivý
Constipation nadýmání
Cramps křeče
Cough kašel
Diarrhea průjem
Dizziness závrať
Faint (verb) omdlet
Fever horečka
Heat/sunstroke úpal/úžeh
Injury úraz
Nausea nevolnost
Poisoning otrava
Painful bolestivý
Rash vyrážka
Shock šok
Sneezing kýchání
Stabbing pain bodavá bolest
Throbbing pain pulzující bolest
Unconsciousness bezvědomí
Vomiting zvracení
NOTE: You can combine the word for a symptom and the word for a
part of the anatomy, for example:
Bleeding + nose = krvácení + nos
Broken + arm = zlomená + paže
Pain + chest = bolest + hruï
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Visit us at Expats.cz/healthy-living for a variety of good-for-you content
including downloadable hiking maps, tips on where to bike and
rollerblade, and info on how and where to recycle in Prague. You can
also join the community discussion on healthy activities and healthcare
providers, while posting reviews of medical centers and caregivers and
staying current on where to shop for healthy food, the latest workout
crazes, alternative therapies, and more.
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beAuty SAlonS
myStic temple
Washingtonova 1599/17, Prague 1
(entrance from Politických vězňů 25)
+420 724 022 389, +420 221 779 510-2
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Salon Mystic Temple offers relaxation, harmonious, classic and Ayurvedic
massage for body and soul, and cosmetic services with a unique
experience…!
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blAck bRidGe bikeS
BB Bikes s.r.o., Ocelkova 643/20,
198 00 Praha 9 | +420 774 737 304
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GT, Schwinn, MARIN, 4ever bikes. Bike repairs, accessories, parts and our
own e-shop. Do you need a new bike? Does your bike need taking care of
before or after the season? Do you need to buy parts/accessories? We are
your solution!
biko Adventures prague
Lidická 8, 150 00 Praha 5
+420 736 441 710
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BIKO offers real mountain bike tours from easy to advanced on high level
bikes, hiking & other outdoor tours. You can enjoy a day or multi-day
trip. Prague, Karlstejn, Singltrek pod Smrkem, South Bohemia, northern
mountains... it’s up to you!
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Gail Whitmore – counselor/emergency Service
+420 775 248 363
www.CounselingInPrague.com |
Gail@CounselingInPrague.com
Gail has 20 years experience and offers counseling and emergency service
in the areas of depression, suicide, relationships, sexual assault, LGBTQ
challenges, bereavement, domestic violence, eating disorders & more.
Multilingual and available 24/7.
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counseling.cz - dominika kratochvilova, m.A.
Podvinní mlýn 16, Prague 9
+420 602 735 215
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Blossom into life!
Is the most important relationship in your life causing you sleepless nights?
Are you having trouble balancing your work duties & personal life? Are you
thinking about changing your career? No one understands you? Let’s talk.
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cool look s.r.o.
Dobrovského 40, 170 00 Praha 7
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Private dental clinic for demanding and foreign clients. Thanks to cuttingedge
technology and dental specialists, we provide all kinds of dental
treatments with short wait times. In acute cases, clients are treated
immediately at no additional charge.
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Pštrossova 10, Prague 1
+420 221 595 000
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Why are we here? ...to make you smile!
If you are searching for a perfect snow-white smile, we have the right
solution for you. We are a modern dental clinic situated in the heart of
Prague. We can treat your entire family.
dental office h33
Hvězdova 33, Praha 4 Pankrác
+420 733 737 337, +420 241 410 001
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Specialist in dental care, implantology and cosmetic dentistry. Direct billing
with Czech insurance VZP, OZP, VoZP and with foreigner CIGNA. Individual
care and flexible schedule to suit your needs, pain-free treatment in I.V.
sedation if required.
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Lumírova 21, 128 00 Praha 2
+420 731 455 480
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Scared of the dentist? Don’t worry, with us you’ll actually start to enjoy
your dental treatment. Our specialists are looking forward to taking
painless care of you in our relaxing environment, using the latest
technology, focused on families.
dr daniela mahoney - international dental
Werichova 1145/23, Prague 5, 152 00
+420 732 326 365
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Complete family dentistry. Over 10 years in Prague. Affordable quality care.
trindadent - creating healthy smiles
Vinohradská 2165/48, 120 00 Praha 2 - Vinohrady
+420 222 515 150, +420 777 170 489
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Family friendly dental office, center of Prague. Providing reliable, high
quality dental care in a caring environment. Specializing in natural, healthy
smiles at affordable prices. Direct agreement - Cigna International, Allianz
Worldwide Care, PVZP.
AV dental
Sulická 2033/54, Praha 4 - Krč 140 00
+420 774 414 908
www.avdental.cz | info@avdental.cz
We offer complex dental care. Our doctors are specialists in all fields -
especially implantology, dental surgery and dentistry for children. We offer
prolonged working hours and short waiting time for appointments.
dentyl
Americká 36, Praha 2
+420 776 877 771, +420 222 520 749
www.dentyl.cz | info@dentyl.cz
Dental center DENTYL offers a full range of dental services at the very highest
standards, and is staffed by highly qualified and experienced practitioners. We
are equipped with the latest technology, and specialize in families.
dr.med.dent Jana navratilova
U Rajské zahrady 4, Praha -Vinohrady
+420 605 805 589
www.jananavratilova.cz | info@jananavratilova.cz
Brand new dental clinic.Complete dental care,17 years practice in Germany
and Sweden, German education.Emergency care.Treatments:veneers,lumin
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ry,dental hygiene,toothwhitening.
American dentist in prague
Pštrossova 10, Praha 1 - 110 00
+420 773 505 773
www.americandentist.cz | info@americandentist.cz
Dr. Eric Rafoth is from Seattle and he’s the first and only American dentist
licensed in the Czech Republic. We focus on taking care of you and your
family in a safe and comfortable way so that you’ll have a healthy and
naturally beautiful smile.
dAnce SchoolS
dAnce peRFect Studio
Národní 961/25, Praha 1 110 00
+420 221 085 260
www.danceperfect.cz | info@danceperfect.cz
Enjoy the dance or fitness classes in the three amazing air-conditioned
halls in the city centre. Choose from ballet to street and jazz, from Zumba
to Pilates or Yoga. Classes available for different age groups, from twoyear-olds
up to adults.
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FitneSS centeRS
health club & Spa intercontinental
InterContinental Prague, Pařížská 30,
Prague 1, 110 00 | +420 296 631 525
www.icfitness.cz/en/ | fitness@icprague.com
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facial&body treatments, solarium, saunas, whirlpool, swimming pool with
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Pařížská 30, Prague 1
+420 728 741 544
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health club and SPA or at your own choice of location. Global approach to the
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holmes place
Nádražní 32, Praha 5, 150 00
+420 774 791 975
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Holmes Place is an international company that provides upscale fitness
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Sokolská 35, Praha 2 - Nové Město, 120 00
+420 777 643 020, +420 223 009 068
www.duovize.cz/en | info@duovize.cz
The DuoVize Eye Clinic Praha is modern clinic specialising in laser vision
correction using a femtosecond laser, femto-cataract surgery, intraocular
refractive surgery and other specialised eye treatment.
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Veleslavínská 1
+420 235 360 133
www.cmcpraha.cz | cmc@cmcpraha.cz
CMC is a leading, well-established private clinic with a wide range of
specializations providing high quality health care in a friendly, relaxed
atmosphere. We are number one in providing medical care for foreign
citizens and expats living in Prague.
Ghc clinic prague
Krakovská 8/581, 110 00 Praha 1
+420 222 211 206 (8)
www.ghc.cz | ghc@ghc.cz
GHC Clinic Prague offers complex services of internal medicine, dentistry,
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+420 608 827 761
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Uroklinkum is a modern urological clinic offering a complete range of
urological services. Our staff is committed to providing the highest quality
care and comfort. The satisfied patient is our top priority.
unicare medical center s.r.o.
Kosatcová 420, 252 43 Průhonice
+ 420 235 356 553
unicare@unicare.cz | www.unicare.cz
Unicare is the First private Clinic offering Family-oriented Medical Care to
expats and tourists in the Czech Rep.since 1993.Available 24 hrs/day,365
days/year. Full range of specialists including Dentist. Direct billing to
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+420 222 254 442, +420 776 162 499
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For over a decade, Integra Global has grown to a globally recognized
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Opletalova 39, 110 00 Praha 1
+420 734 152 378
www.reja.cz | helpdesk.phonak@reja.cz
An authorized local distributor of hearing aids, FM communication and
accessories by PHONAK. Counselling, services and repairs. The best
technology for your hearing delight. Solution for everyone including
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zhen Wu praha - kung Fu & taiji
Smíchov, Prague 5, 150 00
+420 722 753 907
www.zhenwu.cz | info@zhenwu.cz
Daily classes in Tongbei kung fu (white gibbon style) and Taiji. Group and private
classes available, all levels welcome. We emphasize natural, dynamic movement
and effective martial application. Lineage of Tongbei Grandmaster Zhang Xinbin.
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Kaprova 11, 110 00 Praha 1
+420 222 328 747, +420 724 595 314
www.namjai.cz | info@namjai.cz
In Prague, only at Nam Jai we blend organic pure plant massage oils
exactly according to Your needs. Choose your oil, relax, detoxicate and
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+420 235 360 133
www.cmcpraha.cz | cmc@cmcpraha.cz
CMC is a private outpatient health care facility that provides an extraordinarily
high level of medical care in a wide range of specializations. We are number
one in providing health care for foreign citizens and expats living in Prague.
Fyzio Aktiv - physiotherapy & Rehabilitation center
Táboritská 23/1000, Praha 3
+420 222 712 534, +420 774 939 169
www.fyzioaktiv.cz | info@fyzioaktiv.cz
Physiotherapy, Massage, Rehabilitation & Sport Therapy. We provide
effective treatment and pain-relief for a wide range of condition.
Professional care from highly-experienced English-speaking
physiotherapists. Modern clinic, friendly atmosphere.
ReSpimed s.r.o.
Kartouzska 6, Prague 5, 150 00
+420 257 225 127
www.respimed.cz | info@respimed.cz
We offer healthcare for companies, membership programs for individuals and
families, special program for children, pre-operative assessment. Direct billing
to major Czech and international insurance companies. Prevention, timely
diagnostic & treatment.
SWiSS med clinic
Dykova 543/31, 101 00 Praha 10
+420 725 583 504
www.swissmedclinic.cz | info@swissmedclinic.cz
SWISS MED CLINIC is a private medical facility providing high standard
services. We offer a wide range of treatments in surgery, aesthetic surgery,
urology, gynecology, ENT and orthopedics. Communication may proceed in
English, German, Russian.
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Family Fitness Olgy Šípkové, Metropole Zličín,
Řevnická 1, Praha 5, 150 00
+420 732 875 571, +420 226 082 486
www.fyziorekondice.com | klara.nyk@sipkova.cz
physiotherapist with national registration take care of adults and children
- prevention, diagnostics and treatment
- back pain, head and neck pain, joints problem, body posture, sports injury
pRAGue mARAthon
prague international marathon, s.r.o.
Záhořanského 3, Praha 2, 120 00
+420 224 919 209
www.praguemarathon.com | info@pim.cz
Organizer of sport and cultural events; market leader in organization of
running events; organizer of Runczech.com - the biggest running circle in
the Czech republic; provider of running advices and information for runners.
SWiminG pool
the olšanka Sports centre
Táboritská 23/1000, Prague 3 - Žižkov 130 00
+420 267 092 448
www.hotelolsanka.cz | sport@hotelolsanka.cz
Located in Žižkov, offering 11 different sporting activities in 1 place
including - 25 metre swimming pool, badminton courts, table tennis, gym,
fitness, yoga, sauna and massages. Choose from a single entry pass or a
package to suit your requirements.
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+420 775 781 819
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women and couples in the peaceful atmosphere of a small studio or, in the
comfort of your place! With 10 years experience, we’ve created a unique
atmosphere for you. Open daily.
medical centers
Central Military hospital www.uvn.cz
U Vojenské nemocnice 1200, Prague 6 +420 973 208 333
Logo Private Clinic www.logoped.cz
Karlovo náměstí 15, Prague 2 +420 603 484 077
MIGNON Pediatrie Karlín www.pediatrie-mignon.cz
Křižíkova 64, 186 00 Prague 8 +420 223 009 873
Nemocnice Na Homolce www.homolka.cz
Roentgenova 2/37, Prague 5 +420 257 271 111
Poliklinika Národní www.poliklinikanarodni.cz
Národní 9, Prague 1 +420 222 075 120
Sante www.sante.cz
Pštrossova 24, Prague 1 +420 12 12
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Hodis www.hodis.eu
Kolbenova 36, Prague 9 +420 266 038 218
Program h plus www.programhplus.cz
Kartouzská 10, Prague 5 +420 227 071 114
health insurance
Alliance Partnership www.alliancepartnershipltd.com
Mojmírova 15, Prague 4 n/a
Maxima www. maxima-as.cz
Na dlouhém lánu 41, Prague 6 +420 224 305 403
Slavia www.slavia-pojistovna.cz
Revoluční 1, Prague 1 +420 257 790 111
Uniqa www.uniqa.cz
Evropská 136, Prague 6 +420 225 393 999
Victoria Volksbank www.victoria.cz
Francouzská 171/28, Prague 2 +420 221 585 111
VZP for Foreigners www.hamiltonhudson.com
Chopinova 2, Prague 2 +420 222 254 442
VZP www.vzp.cz
Na Perštýně 6, Prague 1 +420 221 752 175
counselors
City Practice s.r.o. www.city-practice.com
Týnská 21, Prague 1 +420 731 181 268
Balanced Lifestyles Counselling www.praguetherapy.com
Vysehradska 43, Prague 2 +420 724 175 208
Behar Center www.beharcenter.cz
Kateřinská 24, Prague 2 +420 724 240 160
Dr. Belle McDonnell www.creativityinprague.com
Řipská 20, Prague 3 +420 731 327 190
Terapie.Info, s.r.o. www.terapie.info
Národní 11, Prague 1 +420 724 913 500
dentists
Alfadent www.alfadent.cz
Horšovská 4, Prague 5 +420 251 625 056
American Dental www.americandental.cz
V Celnici 4, Prague 1 +420 221 181 121
B.S. Dental s.r.o. www.britesmile.cz
Křižíkova 35, Prague 8 +420 221 863 309
Esthesia www.esthesia.cz
Opletalova 59, Prague 1 +420 284 680 530
European Dental Center www.edcdental.cz
Peckova 9, Prague 8 +420 224 228 984
International Clinic of Prague www.elitedental.cz
Vodičkova 5, Prague 2 +420 222 510 888
Millenium Dental Care www.mdc.cz
V Celnici 10, Prague 10 +420 221 033 405
MUDr. Ladislav Česnek www.cesnekzubar.com
Vinohradská 165, Prague 10 +420 274 782 260
Zubní ordinace Estedent www.estedent.cz
Pod Parukářkou 8, Prague 3 +420 222 589 999
Fitness centers
Blue Orange www.blueorange.cz
Tupolevova 676, Prague 9 +420 286 006 222
Corinthia Panorama www.corinthia.com
Milevská 7, Prague 4 +420 261 164 791
Corinthia Towers Hotel www.corinthia.com
Kongresová 1, Prague 4 +420 261 191 326
Cybex Prague www.cybex-fitness.cz
V Celnici 7, Prague 1 +420 221 822 304
Delroy’s Gym www.delroys-gym.cz
Zborovská 4, Prague 5 +420 775 677 785
Fit Centrum Vagon www.fitness-vagon.cz
Národní 25, Prague 1 +420 221 085 544
Fitness Vinohradská www.fitness-vinohradska.cz
Vinohradská 38, Prague 2 +420 222 522 084
Fittop www.fittop.cz
Seifertova 49, Prague 3 +420 222 540 583
Hit Fitness www.hitfit.net
Chrudimská 2b, Prague 3 +420 267 311 447
Holmes Place www.holmesplace.cz
Nádražní 32, Prague 5 +420 221 420 800
Solarium BBC www.solariumbbc.cz
Nám. I.P. Pavlova 3, Prague 2 +420 234 290 036
World Class Fitness Center Chodov www.worldclass.cz
V Parku 8, Prague 4 +420 272 912 530
World Class Health Academy www.worldclass.cz
V Celnici 10, Prague 1 +420 221 033 033
YMCA www.scymca.cz
Na Poříčí 12, Prague 1 +420 224 875 811
Volcano www.volcanocomplex.cz
K Sopce 30, Prague 5 +420 725 755 745
tennis
BRITISH TENNIS ACADEMY www.britishtennisacademy.cz
Suttnerové 2, Prague 6 +420 773 134 703
Club Hotel Průhonice www.club-hotel-Prague.cz
Průhonice 400, Průhonice +420 273 130 690
Czech Lawn Tennis Club (I. ČLTK Prague) www.cltk.cz
Štvanice 38, Prague 7 +420 222 316 317
Hamr – Braník www.hamrsport.cz
Vltavanů 1542, Prague 4 +420 244 462 467
Hamr – Záběhlice www.hamrsport.cz
Záběhlická, Prague 10 +420 272 772 762
Tenis Lužiny www.tenis-luziny.cz
Zázvorkova, Prague 13 +420 731 011 110
Tenis School Advantage www.volny.cz/adtenis
Třeboňská 4, Prague 4 +420 607 572 096
THE FIRST CHOICE OF PATIENTS
FOR HEALTH CARE, PREVENTION,
TIMELY DIAGNOSTIC & TREATMENT
RESPIMED clinic offers:
• health care for companies
• membership programs for individuals,
children and families
• all necessary medical specialization
• pre-operative assessment
• leading experts of top Czech hospitals
Direct billing to major
Czech & international insurance companies.
RESPIMED s.r.o., Kartouzská 6, Prague 5, 150 00
+420 257 225 127, info@respimed.cz, www.respimed.cz
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Expats.cz is working with English International
School Prague (EISP) as the premier
secondary education institution in Prague.
English International School Prague offers
education from 6 to 18 with a preschool
program, too. The instruction is in English and
quality is at an international level.
Living in Prague doesn’t mean that your child has to miss
out on a British education. EISP is part of a network of 14
international schools found in Europe, Asia and the Middle
East. While the EISP curriculum is based on the National
Curriculum of England, the atmosphere is decidedly
global. Students come from many different corners of
the world: approximately 25% are from English-speaking
backgrounds; another 25% are Czech and the remaining
50% are students from over 40 nations. From day one
your child gets a sense of what it is to participate in
today’s global environment.
Many expat families speak English, so having a school
which teaches in that language is important to us. The fact
is English is the major language in so many fields from
the sciences through to the arts. To have that advantage
but more importantly to fully participate in the global
community English is a necessity. At EISP English is not
just a subject. It’s the language of instruction, so whether
your child is from an English speaking home or you want
them to develop their English skills you’ll know that an
EISP education will be giving them the foundation they
need.
But language is only part of the reason we recommend
EISP. The language of instruction is irrelevant if the
content and the methodology isn’t of a world standard.
We believe EISP delivers and delivers well. The school
awards graduates the International Baccalaureate Diploma,
an internationally recognized diploma which will open the
door to universities around the world.
Moreover, EISP is about helping your child reach this goal
and become a truly educated young person. They monitor
the students’ progress and make sure the students are
keeping up. The school prides itself on this personal
attention.
Apart from the subjects, which include a balance of
humanities and sciences, the course seeks to develop
other aspects of a student’s mind. Participants in the IB
program are expected to take the Theory of Knowledge,
a course which gets students to think about not just what
they are learning but how they learn and why. This is miles
away from the rote-learning and spoon-feeding seen in
many other local schools.
We all know how important creativity is for young people.
Young people have dreams and ambitions, but regular
schools don’t always give them a chance to channel
this sense of expression constructively. EISP does.
Its IB course includes a creativity component which
encourages students to explore this side in a both visual
and performing arts. What’s more, the school has both
a theater and art rooms to allow creativity to be fully
explored.
Because we are part of a local community not just a
global community, EISP doesn’t ignore instilling some civic
mindedness in its students. Students are encouraged to
take part in projects such as building homes or organizing
charitable collections. EISP truly concerns itself with all
aspects of your child’s education and character.
EISP also concerns itself with the youngest students. Its
curriculum begins with three year olds. For the littlest
members of our community, EISP offers a number of
activities for kids and parents which still uphold the
school’s philosophy of turning out well-rounded students.
The classes for three to five are child-centered. They
dance, sing and even have a go at cooking. The focus is
very much on play and having fun but beneath the fun is
still the same intention to give children confidence when
they reach grade school. Most importantly for parents
the school values the relationship it has with them and
involves them in the child’s education.
This is perhaps seen best of all in the activities EISP
organizes for parents and kids even younger than three.
In keeping with the school’s broad approach the activities
develop the mind, body and creative spirit.
On Mondays there is Creative Club. Moms, babies and
toddlers have a chance to exercise their imaginations with
playdough and paints. Tuesday is time for Young Yoga so
that both mother and child can stay fit and learn important
relaxation techniques. Wednesdays is for the budding
maestro in the family. Kindermusik is one of the leading
music courses for little kids and is even suitable for kids
as young as 18 months. Fridays are more low-key with
the stay and play program which gives moms a chance to
chat while the kids take part in a range of activities.
Perhaps the main reason for attending the school is what
principal David Rowsell said in an interview with Expats.
cz. He said, “The more important question is what kind of
students we want to leave here. We want students to be
successful, to look back and say they had a great time at
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education
Whether you’re an expat parent who needs
help navigating the Czech education system, or
a grown-up with scholarly ambitions, there’s a
wealth of Prague classrooms—both traditional
and non-traditional—to welcome you. Our guide
to the study options in the Czech Republic tells
you how to enroll your kids in just the right
school for them, from their nursery years and
beyond, plus information on undergraduate,
graduate studies, TEFL/ESL courses, and
interesting continuing-ed opportunities that
promise artistic and intellectual growth. We also
cover educational activities and outings for the
whole family.
dAycARe/nuRSeRieS
Childcare facilities in Prague offer both drop-in care and regular care
two to five days a week. Drop-in centers in Prague’s shopping malls
usually accept kids from age three; helpful when you’ve got errands to
do. Some daycares require that kids be potty-trained and self-feeding—
you’ll find that available care for infants (birth to six months) is quite
limited; perhaps this reflects the fact that if you’re collecting maternity
benefits in the Czech system, you cannot send your child to a state
nursery for more than five days in one calendar month. For children
at least six months old, jesle (state nurseries), staffed by Czech
caregivers, are among the few options. Your local town hall (www.
praha.eu) can give you more info on jesle; you can also visit www.jesle.
eu or www.doskolky.cz. State nurseries are significantly cheaper, even
if they add a surcharge for non-Czech children; the price also depends
on whether you apply to a nursery in the district of your permanent
address. Private daycare costs vary widely: anywhere from around
7,000 CZK per month for care a few half-days a week, to upwards of
15,000 CZK per month for full-time care. At the age of three, you may
enroll your child in preschool as well as any mateřská škola (state
nursery school). Nursery school isn’t mandatory, but almost all Czech
children attend. There isn’t an official fee, but parents may be asked to
pay up to 30 percent of the running costs.
plAyGRoupS/bAbySittinG
You may have to pay a premium for services in English or other
languages. A Czech nanny will save money and expose your child to
a new language. If you don’t find a babysitter via word-of-mouth, an
agency has several advantages: they’re licensed and insured (as are
their sitters), they’ll find a replacement if the sitter’s sick, and they
pre-screen nannies. It’s important to make known your expectations
for discipline, diet, and diapering—the Czech approach to childcare may
differ. When going through an agency, fees may be tacked on for more
than one child, sick care, and care after 22:00. Some agencies charge
placement fees of 2,000–6,000 CZK for helping you find a regular
sitter; others charge no fees. In-home sitters range from 90–140 CZK
an hour, with most agencies charging at least 110 CZK an hour for
experienced nannies. Many expat parents consider their play group
an invaluable resource for getting better acquainted with Prague and
scoring tips on sitters and sharing parenting advice. To join a group or
start one of your own, visit Kids in Prague (www.kidsinprague.com).
Offering loads of activities and advice for families, as well as frequently
organizing music classes and playgroups, Kids in Prague is run by
three local moms in the know. The Facebook group Prague Activities
for Cool Kids (www.facebook.com/groups/praguepack) plans group
outings and gives parents a forum for meeting, greeting, and sharing.
For young and expecting mothers, Bumps, Babies & Tots in Prague
(www.bumpsbabiesandtots.cz) schedules meet-ups around town which
include regular coffee sessions at kid-friendly cafés.
pReSchoolS
Nursery schools are known as jesle or jesličky and they are for children
up to three years of age. The schools come in two varieties, public and
private. The public are more affordable but priority is given to parents
who work. In the case of private, it can be more expensive, costing
up to 15,000 CZK per month. However, some private ones offer care
in English. Incidentally, there are not many nursery schools—about
65 for the whole country. Kindergartens or preschools, on the other
hand, abound. In Czech, they are known as mateřská škola (literally
maternity school), usually abbreviated as MŠ. Colloquially, they are
called školka. Preschooling is not compulsory in the Czech Republic.
Preschool education is for children from three to six years. A class can
have children of different ages, and class sizes range from 15 to 24
children. Admittance to a kindergarten is decided by the director of the
school. The only criterion which gives a child priority for admittance is
that he or she is in the final year before compulsory schooling, which
starts from the age of six. If the school doesn’t have a place for a child
who is entitled to preschooling, they have a duty to ensure a placement
in another kindergarten. In order for a child to attend primary school,
he or she is expected to be, in the official (though vague) wording,
“physically and mentally capable.” More specifically, these capabilities
mean a child should be able to tie up his/her shoelaces, eat with a
spoon, sit at the table, drink from a cup, wash his/her hands, go to
the toilet alone, and use a tissue. Other deciding factors can be if the
child has permanent residence in the district where the kindergarten
is located; the age of the child; whether the parents work and if the
child has a sibling in the kindergarten already. Kindergartens don’t
have “catchment zones” and it is possible to enroll your child into a
kindergarten in a district where you don’t have permanent residence.
Costs for preschools vary. According to the Ministry of Education,
the cost should be no more than 50% of the “actual monthly noninvestment
expenses”. Certainly take advantage of the school’s open
day (den otevřených dveří). You can use this opportunity to ask the
director about admission criteria and costs; at this time, you can enroll.
Some schools may want the child’s birth certificate and/or some form
of identification from the parent such as an identification card or a
passport, so take them just in case.
elementARy SchoolS
Elementary schooling lasts nine years, a little longer than in the US or
the UK. These nine years are also the country’s period of compulsory
schooling. The school year begins on September 1st and a child
starts school in the new school year following his/her sixth birthday,
except if a child turns six between the beginning of the school year
and the end of the calendar year. The child can be enrolled if he
or she is “sufficiently mentally and physically mature”. One of the
biggest differences is that the school day is not the same each day, so
students will finish at different times depending on their schedule.
However, check that the school also runs extracurricular activities
(mimoškolní činnosti) if you are concerned about the kids being
unsupervised. Schools decide how often teachers meet with parents.
On average, there are three or four meetings per year. Children do not
wear uniforms at elementary schools. According to the Ministry of
Education, there are no selection criteria for schools other than the age
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equirement. It is the job of the teachers to ensure that a child meets
the standards expected for his/her age group. Subjects are divided into
nine fields, with more specific areas in parenthesis:
` Language and Language Communication (Czech Language and
Literature, Foreign Language)
` Information and Communication Technologies
` Humans and Their World
` Humans and Society (History, Civic Education)
` Humans and Nature (Physics, Chemistry, Natural Sciences,
Geography)
` Arts and Culture (Music, Fine Art)
` Humans and Health (Health Education, Physical Education)
` Humans and the World of Work
Schools have a degree of choice in how these subjects are taught,
though tradition means a lot of emphasis is placed on rote learning
and the acquisition of facts and knowledge. Marks are given from 1
to 5, with 1 being the best. One downside parents regularly cite is the
focus on cursive writing and the lack of more creative activities. The
Czech educational system does have its differences and similarities
with systems outside of the Czech Republic. Nurseries, preschools and
elementary schools all have their set of rules for admission and offer
an alternative teaching method when compared to international schools
available here. It is recommended that parents understand the rules
and differences when choosing an educational institution for their child.
be it SecondARy Czech or international. SchoolS
In the Czech Republic’s elementary schooling system, children who
have successfully completed elementary school can enroll in secondary
school. There is a plethora of schools to choose from, depending on
your child’s talents, preferences or skills. As these schools have more
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focus, it will usually play a major role in your child’s selection of university
education in the future. Secondary education starts with the end of
compulsory education, i.e. when a child is 14 or 15. Broadly speaking,
the system is divided into vocational schools (střední odborná škola)
and grammar schools (gymnázium). Uniforms are not required at either.
Technical schools are aimed at more practical education in fields such
as in technology, business, economics, health and education. Graduation
can end with either the maturita exam or a final exam with or without
a certificate. Most students are enrolled for four years, though two- and
three-year courses are possible. Grammar schools are oriented toward
students who intend to study at a university. Graduation from a grammar
school ends with the completion of the maturita exam. Enrollment at
a grammar school usually begins with the completion of elementary
school. However, a student can try to enroll when he/she is 11 or 13, for
an eight- or six-year course.
Entrance criteria for both grammar schools and technical schools
vary: admission can either be based on an entrance exam, school results
or a combination of both. If you have a school in mind, you can check
its website. If the information isn’t in English, look under either přijímací
řízení (entrance procedure) or přijímací zkoušky (entrance exams). Firstly,
you will find out whether an exam is necessary. Some schools do not
have an entrance exam or they waive it if the applicant has a high grade
average. If they do have exams, they will tell you when and how to enroll
and when the exam takes place. Also, check if the school uses exams by
Scio, a firm which, among other activities, prepares exams for schools.
They have information about the entrance exams they prepare on their
Web site at Scio.cz. Yes, it’s in Czech, but if your child is going into
the Czech education system, they will have to know the language. As
mentioned before, grammar schools and some technical schools lead
to the maturita exam, the passing of which is necessary for entry into
university. The exam has two components, written and oral. A student
has two compulsory exams: one in the Czech language and the other in
a foreign language or mathematics. They can then choose a maximum of
three other subjects to have the exam in.
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inteRnAtionAl SchoolS
The maturita is not the only option for secondary school students. It is
also possible to study at an international school. International schools
may be chosen for style of teaching (American, British, international)
or even language (French, German, Japanese, and more). Curricula
are typically categorized by four main approaches: exportation, in
which national programs are offered abroad; adaptation, in which
national programs are slightly tweaked in order to offer an environment
similar to the home country; integration, in which the best practices
from a number of different educational strategies are drawn upon;
and creation, in which a new curriculum is developed from scratch.
Upon graduation, your child should have completed at least one of the
following courses of study: General Certificate of Secondary Education
(GCSE), International General Certificate of Secondary Education
(IGCSE), Advanced Level General Certificate of Education (A Level),
International Baccalaureate (IB), PSAT, SAT, or advanced placement
(AP). Prices for international schools range from 2,000–17,000 EUR/
year with extra costs for board, transport, or exam retakes.
clASS ActS
The Class Acts website (www.classacts.cz) is a good resource for
helping non-Czech families navigate the Czech school system. The
site offers interesting facts, like: “Czech education is guaranteed
[for] all foreign residents, not just EU” and “Even if you plan to defer
enrollment, you still have to register.” Late fall is the time of “open
days”, where you can check out the facilities and meet teachers. And
the registration deadlines are in early winter. “Special” things expat
parents should be on the lookout for include the phrase “s rozšířenou
výukou jazyků”, which means extensive language education. This often
means the school begins teaching English in the first grade. When you
have selected a handful of schools that interest you, visit the school’s
website and look under “Kalendář akcí” or “plán školního roku” or
“Aktuality”. Click and it takes you to the calendar year or a list of
upcoming events.
School open dAyS
Somewhere in November and December you should see “Den
otevřených dveří”, which indicates an open day. The other important
date is “Zápis do prvních tříd.” This is the day when you sign your child
up to begin first grade there. You are not guaranteed a place in the
school of your choice. Yet you are intended to register just with your
preferred school. You can also try to ask teachers about the school’s
“admission test” policy. This differs from school to school. Prospective
students are interviewed by teachers, about anything from counting
to tying their shoelaces. Keep in mind there is no focus on Czech
preschoolers being reading ready, so it’s not an academic test.
uniVeRSitieS
Admission to a public university is based on the results of an entrance
exam. Each course or faculty has its own exam, which can be written
and/or oral. The more prestigious Czech universities, at least from a
local point of view, are public. Today, the degree program in the Czech
Republic is quite similar to elsewhere. They have the three standard
degrees Bachelor (bakalář), Master (magistr) and Doctor (doktor). A
Bachelor course runs for three to four years, a Master’s from one to
three and a doctorate from three to eight years. In the Czech Republic,
the Bachelor title is abbreviated as Bc. and the Master’s as Mgr. The
Doctor title is written including the faculty. For example, PhD is a
doctor in philosophy, JUDr is a doctor of law and MUDr is a doctor
of medicine. The Czech Republic also confers the degree “Engineer”
(inženýr), abbreviated as Ing., for postgraduate study in technology,
economics or agriculture. It is similar to a Master’s Degree.
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Prague’s most recognizable and notable bastion of academia is Charles
University. Established in 1348 by the Bohemian king Karel IV, it’s
the oldest university in Central Europe. The traditions of its original
faculties—theology, law, medicine, and art—have remained strong and
the university offers degree programs (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD)
in all of these fields in English. Charles University has also partnered
with a number of schools around the globe in an effort to establish
academic exchanges and partnerships, the EU-sponsored student
exchange program Erasmus (European Community Action Scheme
for the Mobility of University Students) among them. You needn’t be a
co-ed, however, to spend time among the hallowed halls of Charles U.
All of its faculties offer a variety of non-degree courses and seminars
in foreign languages (English, German, French, Czech) and the school
organizes summer programs in a number of areas.
deGReeS FoR eXpAtS
Looking to expand your marketability? It’s possible to begin a course
of study in Prague; although business and economics degrees have
traditionally been more commonplace than degree opportunities
in the arts and humanities, times are changing. Employees with
information-technology (IT) training are highly sought after in the new
global Czech capital and this is reflected in the increasing availability
of computer-related classes in Prague. Colleges that offer degree
courses taught in English include Anglo-American University, which
opened its doors in 1990 and awards BAs in business administration,
humanities, international relations, journalism, and law.
The University of New York Prague (est. 1998) has a broad range
of undergraduate degrees available and recently added psychology
and English language and literature to its course list. Prague College
brings a mix of undergraduate degrees and continuing education
programs to the city’s adult education scene. Plus, it’s one of the few
English-language-friendly institutions in town with an art-and-design
division. The school of business awards a Bachelor’s degree in
international business management as well as diplomas in business,
marketing and public relations, IT and computing, and graphic design.
All three schools host regular events, lectures, and readings that are
free to the public and frequent open houses for prospective students.
Tuition and fees vary widely by college and program, though EU
citizens applying to schools based in Europe typically pay less. Some
schools go by a British crediting system (one course may equal
two units as per the European Credit Transfer System), while others
bestow credits the American way (three per course).
mbA deGReeS
Prague has a wealth of MBA programs. Although the core content
of all MBA degrees is comparable, there are significant differences
between the duration and emphasis of the programs in the US
and in Europe. Whereas the US MBA program typically lasts two
years, the average European program lasts 10–16 months. Shorter
courses were specifically designed for today’s executives, who are
unable to take two years away from their jobs. Many of the Praguebased
schools have part-time or weekend courses geared toward
the working professional. American degrees are usually heavier on
theory and academics, while European MBAs are oriented more
towards practical experience, are more hands-on, and provide unique
international experience. The quality of an MBA program in Prague
is best evaluated by the school’s accreditation from respected
associations. The oldest and most respected institution that provides
accreditation is the “Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of
Business” (AACSB) or “European Council for Business Education
(ECBE). Many of Prague’s business schools have partnership
agreements with universities in Britain or the States who issue MBA
degrees. The University of North Virginia Prague and University
of Pittsburgh are two of them. Accredited business schools with
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MBA programs in Prague include those previously mentioned—AAU,
UNYP, and Prague College, offering an MSc—as well the CMC
Graduate School of Business, Institute for Industrial and Financial
Management, and University of Economics Prague. Online MBAs are
an option for those who have the self-discipline required for distance
learning. The London School of Business and Finance and American
Public University have been praised on our message boards.
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teFl ceRtiFicAtion
Over the past twenty years Prague has been a Mecca for those who
desire a good standard of living in exchange for giving a few lessons
in their native language. A TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign
Language) certification certainly isn’t required to achieve this but it
certainly can’t hurt—and most language schools nowadays require
them, not to mention diplomas and certifications are usually required
to secure a work permit in the Czech Republic. TEFL certification is
received following 100-plus contact hours with at least six hours of
assessed teaching practice.
Well-known TEFL-course “brands” include the CELTA (AKCENT awards
this certificate) and the Trinity certificate (awarded in Prague by
Oxford TEFL), but there are many other TEFL courses in Prague that
are also internationally recognized and accredited. There are plenty
of unprofessional, unscrupulous schools out there, too. A few caveats
as you investigate the school or company offering that TEFL course:
Be advised that it’s entirely possible to find a job on your own with
certification and a little initiative—though your school may guarantee
employment, and that’s fine, it’s probably not worth paying extra for.
Before choosing a course, do plenty of online research and speak to
alumni. Our message boards are a good place to find user reviews
of TEFL courses and our directory lists a number of TEFL certifying
schools.
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ARt/photoGRAphy clASSeS
The artiste abroad will feel very welcome in Prague. Though not a
city known for its astounding collections à la Paris or Madrid, Prague’s
Cubist legacy is still felt today and the Czech passion for modern
design is evident citywide in visual ad campaigns, fashion and the
numerous galleries and shops selling the oddball wares of up-andcoming
artists. Should you like to join their ranks, the Academy of
Arts, Architecture and Design (VŠUP) now awards an MA in visual
arts that encompasses everything from book to boot design as well
as the more traditional artistic pursuits such as glass-making and
sculpture. Photography enthusiasts will find no better place to hone
their craft than photogenic Prague. The Academy of Performing
Art’s film faculty, FAMU, has recently instituted a program of study
in English. Degrees include BA- and MA-level work; short-term study
is also an option. Also offered is a new course in photography
restoration. On the non-degree side of things, Studio PvM is a
commercial studio that specializes in photography courses. Small
classes are offered for all levels of skill and hands-on instruction given
in portraiture, night photography, and landscape. Ceramic Studio
Prague is another art space with regular classes. Muddum’s adult
workshops focus on paper-making, bookbinding, handcrafting tea
pots and other folk-artsy projects. Figure-drawing classes also take
place throughout the year.
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Film/ActinG SchoolS
The Czech Republic has long been associated with the performing
arts and numerous graduates of its Academy of Performing Arts
have gone on to great acclaim. The academy has three faculties; the
Film and TV School, Music Faculty and Theater Faculty. Beginning
in 2011, the theater faculty (DAMU) has begun an MA program in
English with acting, directing, and stage-design courses. The Prague
Summer Theater School—a survey in puppetry, non-verbal comedy,
and other alternative forms—is also organized by DAMU. The film
school, FAMU, operates a summer program for foreign students,
though the regular film school only gives lectures in Czech. Those
with Czech-language proficiency are welcome to apply. The Prague
Film School’s programs are all run in English and cover filmmaking,
animation, documentary film, and acting for film. Students can opt
for year-long semester and summer courses. The Prague Playhouse,
dedicated to promoting English-language theater arts in Prague,
conducts a variety of workshops in association with its Acting Studio.
cookinG clASSeS
Occasional and serious gourmets will find a number of options for
boning up in the kitchen. The Pražský kulinářský institut has classes
for both amateurs and professionals and aims to revive the culinary
traditions of the First Republic. Atelier Culinari not only teaches
cooking basics, but also gives instruction in food styling for a variety
of media, and recipe translation. Instruction is given in a number of
languages and classes are small; chef Vladislav Stuparic will travel.
The Prague Culinary Academy, endorsed by Le Cordon Bleu, runs
professional-track workshops in Czech and English and organizes
culinary tours of Paris and other tasty locales. Plans for master
classes are in the works. Prague’s critically-acclaimed restaurants
are another place to go for gourmet learning. The Radisson Blu (SAS)
Alcron Hotel takes students behind-the-scenes at its award-winning
restaurant La Rotonde to learn how to cook three-course meals with
its head chef. Classes include wine-tasting and dinner. The Zinc
Master Class at the Hilton Prague Old Town focuses on Thai cuisine
with sous chef, Chaiyasith Lam Srichom and executive chef, Ari
Munandar. SaSaZu courses by chef Shahaf Shabtay let students in on
the secrets of Southeast Asian cuisine. Chefparade and Ola Kala do
culinary team-building and private parties for corporate clients in their
respective studio kitchens or at the client’s choice of location.
kiddie clASSeS
Swimming classes are a big hit with both Czech and expat parents.
English-speaking instructors staff the Riverside Sharks Swimming
Club, which swims at Strahov Pool. Modrý Tygřík is another expatfamily
pick and has courses for babies. Sport Academy runs summer
swimming classes at Hotel Pyramida—the academy also offers all
sorts of classes from judo to gymnastics—as does Swimming Andrea
School of Sports for Kids. “Mommy & Me” classes in English are held
at RC Andílek. Yoga Mom and Buddha Baby classes at Prague Yoga
Studio are in English. The Muddum art space runs year-round artsand-crafts
workshops for children, including pottery-themed birthday
parties. Located on a beautiful complex near Beroun, the Velkostatek
Tetín Equestrian Center trains budding jockeys. Closer to Prague
and more suitable for small ones is Poni Škola in Stromovka park.
The International School of Music and Fine Arts nurtures your little
novice to maestro, with classes and group lessons for kids aged three
to six. The Little Gym’s gymnastics classes enroll babies as young
as four months. An organization devoted to bilingual families, Class
Acts plans classes and social activities with Czech-English-speaking
families in mind. Recent events include storytelling, a Bollywood
dance class, and family yoga.
dAnce clASSeS
The First International Ballet School in Prague is the oldest and bestknown
ballet school for children (and adults) in Prague. Only serious
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ballerinas need apply: there is always a waiting list and children must
pass an entrance interview. Classes are conducted in English only.
The teachers are all former or current soloists at the National Theatre
Ballet. Thanks to the strong ties between the theater and this school,
students are the ones under consideration for children’s roles in
productions like “The Nutcracker”.
Since spring of 2012, Holmes Place has offered regular courses
that are available to non-members, under the guise of Holmes Place
Academy. In addition to many classes for adults, they offer a range
of dance classes for children. Courses are not taught in English,
but the language can be supplemented depending on the ability of
the teacher. At any rate, foreigners are always welcome and will be
accommodated, as the gym has a modern and international vibe.
Classical, modern, jazz, and even hip-hop ballet are taught to children
from the age of six at beautiful dance studio Nathy’s in the suburbs of
Prague 6. Classes are all taught in English. The International School
of Music Fine Arts Prague, a mainstay on the expat horizon, has
long been offering music education to kids both foreign and Czech.
Their dance classes are taught in English, Czech, French, Russian,
and Italian.
WRitinG clASSeS
The respected magazine for expatriates living abroad, Transitions
Online, offers periodic week-long journalism courses for foreign
correspondents in association with Radio Free Europe. The
highly popular Prague Summer Program, taking place in July, is
a collaborative effort between Charles University and the MFA
department at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
This annual workshop is open to all budding wordsmiths who wish to
be mentored by big-name writers (though you must be nominated by
a published author to apply). Online courses are gaining worldwide
popularity. Try the Gotham Writer’s Workshop (www.writingclasses.
com) for fiction, travel writing, and more. MatadorU (matadoru.com)
is a “New Media School for Travelers” with online classes in writing,
documentary, and film.
yoGA/mASSAGe teAcheR tRAininG
Breath & Bandha Yoga Teacher Training and Certification (formerly
known as Prague Yoga) trains those contemplating careers in yoga
instruction and provides continuing education for existing yoga
instructors. Graduates are eligible to teach worldwide and may apply
to Yoga Alliance to become 200-hour registered yoga teachers.
Here, the forty poses are studied in-depth. Exams are administered
and instruction given completely in English. Tantra World explores
the healing power of touch via workshops, lectures, and courses
designed for learning the ancient art of tantric massage. Classes for
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kidS’ StuFF in pRAGue: indooRS
Prague parents prefer Letňany Lagoon to Aquapalace Praha for its
lack of screaming teens, though the latter is Central Europe’s largest
water park and has been known to attract tourists away from the city
center and all its glory. Quite near the Letňany complex is the Skydive
Arena, which actually simulates flying in a wind-tunnel under the
supervision of an instructor.
Aqua Dream is another top water-world pick. A number of Prague
mall’s feature a dětský koutek or children’s corner with play areas
and attractions of varying sizes. Among them are Palladium, Pankrác,
Anděl, Chodov, Flora, Galerie Butovice, and Galaxie Zličín. A new one
has cropped up at Obchodní Centrum Šestka (large and free, though
the food court leaves something to be desired!).
Beckiland is the mother of all indoor playgrounds with some twenty
attractions, including go-karts. Dino Park at Galerie Harfa dazzles with
3D cinema and life-like dinosaur replicas. Fantasy Park Kids’ Bowling
provides ultra-light balls and lessons in English.
For educational outings, the National Technological Museum, the
Aviation Museum, and the Lego Museum all deliver hands-on fun.
Do some stargazing at Planetarium Prague. Explore life aquatic at
Mořský svět, a small-scale Sea World.
Casts of dragons, devils, kings, and clowns will intrigue at one of
Prague’s many puppet theaters, including the National Marionette
Theater; the annual Letní Letná (www.letniletna.cz) circus festival
stages English-friendly/kid-friendly performances.
kidS’ StuFF in pRAGue: outdooRS
Prague Zoo is a grrrreat starting point for outdoor fun. Toulcův dvůr
is a community farm project and center for environmental education
with cute animals on view. Get lost in the Maze of Mirrors, climb
the mini-Eiffel tower, or encourage your pint-sized astronomer at the
Štefánik Observatory on Petřín Hill.
Pedal boating on the Vltava is a popular pastime for all ages; hop on
one of Prague’s six ferries (your metro pass covers the fare) or take a
ride on Nostalgic Tram 91 from April to November.
The Kart Centrum Radotín has an indoor and outdoor track. The
annual St. Matthew’s Funfair (Matějská pouť) runs from March–April,
with carnival rides and exhibits to thrill all ages. Nearby, in Stromovka
Park, the “tram playground” is a must for kids and parents both—the
nearby restaurant Vozovna regularly garners rave reviews.
When winter arrives, check out the hills at Kavčí hory for sledding
or the Bobová Dráha toboggan run. Go ice-skating at Ovocný trh, Na
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15 educAtionAl tRipS
Expats.cz regularly presents fresh ideas for educational family trips
both in Prague and the Czech Republic, and abroad. Here, we’ve
gathered your suggestions from the Kid’s Activities Forum to compile
a list of 15 family-friendly trips (in no particular order):
1. Chateaux: Zámek Berchtold for its mini castles and chateaux
exhibit, Zámek Loučeň for its mazes www.zamekberchtold.eu/www.
zamekloucen.cz
2. Tropical Islands, Europe’s largest tropical holiday world, Krausnick,
DE www.tropical-islands.de
3. Happy Land (Šťastná Země) outdoor play area and mini-village
near scenic Český Ráj www.stastnazeme.cz
4. Dresden Children’s Museum (Deutsches Hygiene-Museum ), DE
www.dhmd.de
5. Hradec Králové Zoo (Zoo Dvůr Králové) www.zoodvurkralove.cz
6. Christkindlemarket, Nuremberg, DE www.christkindlesmarkt.de
7. IQ Park (Labyrinth of Games and Education), Centrum Babylon,
Liberec www.iqpark.cz
8. Špindlerův Mlýn ski resort www.spindleruv-mlyn.com
9. Botanicus Botanical Garden and Medieval Village, Ostré, www.
botanicus.cz
10. Bykoš pumpkin patch and farm www.pumpkins.cz11. Techmania
Science Center in Plzeň, www.techmania.cz
12. Interactive Puppet Museum in Plzeň, www.muzeumloutek.cz
13. The Josef Lada memorial in Hrusice, www.hrusice.muzeumompv.cz
14. Šternberk’s Time Exhibition, www.hrad-sternberk.cz
15. “A Return to Traditional Ways” at the Horažďovice Municipal
Museum, www.muzeumhd.cz
SummeR clASSeS/cAmpS FoR kidS
You might be wondering what is on offer to keep your kids amused
through July and August. Czech kids are pretty well-catered for in
this department with a range of activities from outdoor sports to
music and language. But what about the younger expat set? What’s
on offer for them? No worries, there are a range of camps to suit
the tastes of both your creatively inclined offspring as well as your
budding sporting types. Eurocamp, which has been running for 15
years, offers 11 day camp programs through July and August in
Southern Bohemia near the Lužnice River. Activities offered include
canoeing, hiking, volleyball, football, ping pong, Frisbee and forest
games as well as one-day trips. It’s all supervised by English-speaking
camp leaders. Greenways Biking Summer Camp for Youth is run as
a joint project between Kučera Znojmo and the Czech Environmental
Partnership Foundation. The camp is open for kids aged 6 to 14
and, as the name suggests, the emphasis is on cycling. The camp
is located at a campsite in Malý Ratmírov. Barbara Benish is an
American artist who has been living in the Czech Republic since
1993. The emphasis of her camp, Art Mill, is creativity. For a day
camp in Prague, try RC Andílek or a similar community center with a
focus on family activities in English.
moRe on eXpAtS.cz
Our education pages are a great resource for discovering the most
affordable institutions offering MBAs, researching TEFL courses and
discussing language institutes with experienced English teachers
who know. We also feature articles on choosing just the right school
for your child, from nursery up through university. For all your
questions about education in Prague, visit us on the Web at Expats.
cz/education.
liStinGS
biRthdAy pARtieS
the little Gym
Drtinova 557/8, Praha 5 - Smíchov
+420 227 018 555
www.thelittlegym.cz | prague@thelittlegym.cz
Your fully supervised, gymnastic based, private party will be filled with
music, games, obstacle courses and of course laughter. The key to our
parties is FUN! Parties are for kids aged 1 to 12 years, led by trained staff
in our custom designed gym.
Azyzah entertainment
+420 608 454 655
www.azyzah.com | azyzahgendron@gmail.com
Top Entertainers 15 years experience! Event/Birthday service-all ages.
Face paint, balloon sculpture, scavenger hunt, theme parties, Magic/
Puppet SHOW, games, parachute, theatre and more. We tailor any event.
Available in English, French, Czech!
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GERMAN SCHOOL PRAGUE
GERMAN SCHOOL
• Kindergarten
• Primary school
• Secondary school
• All German leaving exams
www.dsp-praha.cz
GERMAN SCHOOL PRAGUE
Schwarzenberská 1
Praha 5 – Jinonice
tel.: +420 235 311 725
email: dsprag@dsp-praha.cz
more than school…
CZECH-GERMAN SECONDARY SCHOOL
• German prep. course for year 5
• Secondary school from year 6
• German and Czech leaving exams
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balondekor production
Choceradská 3037, Praha 4
+420 608 822 825
www.balondekor.cz | balondekor@balondekor.cz
Entertainment for children parties - clown, magician, balloon show, face
painting, bounce castles and interactive activities. Attractive balloon
decoration - helium, foil balloons with fairy-tale characters. With us fun and
good time guaranteed !!!
cAmpS
the little Gym
Drtinova 557/8, Praha 5 - Smíchov
+420 227 018 555
www.thelittlegym.cz | prague@thelittlegym.cz
Our summer and holiday camps offer three hours of fun and activities. The
specially developed themed camp curriculum combines physical fitness
and play with arts, crafts and special events. It’s the perfect break for kids
(and parents!).
colleGeS & uniVeRSitieS
university of new york in prague
Legerova 72, 120 00 Prague 2
+420 224 22 12 61, 81
www.unyp.cz | unyp@unyp.c
UNYP offers accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s degree programs and
MBA programs in English as an officially recognized higher education
institution in the Czech Republic, partnership with prestigious international
universities in the US and Europe.
university of economics, prague - ib program
Nám W. Churchilla 4, Prague 3, 130 67
+420 224 098 847
ib.vse.cz | ib@vse.cz
The IB Program is a two-year master’s degree in International Business
taught in English at the top business university in Central & Eastern
Europe. We have double degree partners in four other European nations &
our students come from 35+ countries.
ipFm (institute for industrial and
Financial management)
Václavské náměstí 40, 110 00 Praha 1
+420 221 490 355
www.ipfm.cz | susanne.neumann@ipfm.cz
IPFM offers international career-integrated MBA programs both in English
and German that promotes a forward style of thinking along with modern
management concepts – all designed in cooperation with partners from
scientific and industrial communities.
metropolitan university prague
Dubečská 900/10, Praha10-Strašnice
+420 274 815 044, +420 274 821 235
www.mup.cz | info@mup.cz
Metropolitan University Prague ranks among the oldest and largest
private universities in the Czech Republic. The University offers study
programmes in Czech as well as English.
the university of northern Virginia, prague campus
Křižíkova 213/44, Praha 8 - Karlin, 186 00
+420 222 999 888
www.unva.cz | info@unva.cz
UNVA-Prague is a branch campus of an American university with a truly
international perspective. UNVA offers Bachelor?s degree and MBA degree
programs. UNVA-Prague MBA students can obtain a dual degree of UNVA
and Victoria University, Switzerland.
prague college
Polska 10, Prague 2, 120 00
+420 222 101 020
www.praguecollege.cz | info@praguecollege.cz
Prague College offers internationally recognized British Master degrees,
Bachelor degrees and the Higher National Diploma in three schools: School
of Business, School of Art & Design and School of IT & Computing.
czech FoR FoReiGneRS
cz linGuA czech for foreigners ltd
Wuchterlova 5, 160 00 Prague 6
+420 603 480 667
www.czlingua.cz | info@czlingua.cz
Effective and interesting Czech courses from experienced and qualified
teachers. Group tuition at our school (near Dejvicka metro) or individual at
your place of work or at home. Every month new intensive courses, oneyear,
summer, weekend courses.
Archimedes language Academy
Opletalova 1535/4
+420 242 444 501
www.my-language-adventure.com | info@ala.cz
Available intensive courses in Czech: iPad app, phone calls, individual
lessons and group workshops. You won’t just learn the language, but
also the Czech culture and traditions. Start your Czech adventure with
Archimedes Language Academy today!
Skrivanek language School
Washingtonova 1599/17, 110 00 Prague 1
+420 221 666 611
www.skrivanek.cz/en | praha@skola.skrivanek.cz
Skrivanek has been providing language services for 20 years. With
44 branches in 14 countries around the world, it is recognized as the
top specialist for European and Asian languages. We offer translations,
localizations, DTP and language courses.
SF servis language school
nám. J. Palacha 2, 116 38 Praha 1
+420 221 619 297
www.sfservis.com | info@sfservis.com
SF Servis - teaching languages (E,CZ,G,F,R,SP,etc.) since 1990. We offer
in-class, in-company or one-one instruction comprising a wide variety
of courses taught by qualified and experienced teachers. A convenient
downtown location, affordable prices.
1to1czech
Hybernská 22, Prague 1
+420 605 554 117
www.1to1czech.com | 1to1czech@gmail.com
Flexible individual classes in a business setting, in our school in Prague
1 or at an agreed location. High quality and friendly courses with an
individual approach. Catering for small group sizes of 2-4 students. Meet
with your teacher before enrolling.
noiSiS language school
Bělehradská 79, Praha 2
+420 603 758 630
www.noisis.cz | info@noisis.cz
Semestral and intensive courses: 3-7 students in the group, individual
approach, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Classrooms in the very center
of Prague. Individual courses for good prices. 40 languages taught in
English. Legal translation.
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charles university, institute for
language & preparatory Studies
Albertov 7/3a, 128 00 Prague 2
+420 224 918 775
ujop.cuni.cz/albertov | albertov@ujop.cuni.cz
Learn Czech from the professionals at Charles University! Come to Study
Centre ALBERTOV to learn a new language, to gain new experiences and
make new friends. We extend our invitation to everyone interested in
studying the Czech language and culture.
childRen’S ActiVitieS
Amadito & Friends bookstore
Lesnická 6, 150 00 Praha 5 (Smíchov)
+420 257 222 257
www.amadito.com | info@amadito.com
International bookstore for children up to 14 years old (English, French,
German). Also available: magazines, great greeting cards, special
stationery, small gifts. In Amadito’s cozy event room we host regular
courses, workshops, and birthday parties.
childRen’S FAShion
emiphant
Petrohradska 216/3 Vrsovice 10100 Prague 10
+420 725 739 353
www.emiphant.cz | info@emiphant.cz
Join emiphant and enjoy our sales of children’s fashion and accessories
at savings of up to 80%.Earn emicredit every time you shop, receive free
shipping on orders over 1000kc and feel safe with our no fuss returns
policy. Join now at www.emiphant.cz
inteRnAtionAl SchoolS
GeRmAn School pRAGue
Schwarzenberská 1, Praha 5 - Jinonice
+420 235 311 725
www.dsp-praha.cz | dsprag@dsp-praha.cz
GERMAN Kindergarten, Primary school, Secondary school. All German
leaving exams. Native speaking teachers. German curriculum. CZECH-
GERMAN SECONDARY SCHOOL - German prep. course for year 5,
Secondary school from year 6, German and Czech leaving exams.
the prague british School
K Lesu 2, Praha 4, 142 00
+420 226 096 200
info@pbschool.cz | www.pbschool.cz
The Prague British School is attended every day by over 850 children from
55 countries. The school has sites in both Prague 4 and 6 and caters for
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Villa luna kindertagesstätten
Vídeňská 745, 140 00 Praha 4 - Krč
+420 244 404 402
www.villaluna.cz | info@villaluna.cz
Villa Luna is the perfect companion to your family, providing your child
with the skills he/she needs for the future. We educate in bilingual
environments, in combinations of English, German, and Czech. Ages 0-7.
Open weekdays 7am - 6pm, year-round.
inteRnAtionAl School oF pRAGue – iSp
Nebušice 700, 164 00 Prague 6
Reception: +420 220 384 111
Admissions: +420 220 384 194
www.isp.cz | ispmail@isp.cz
ISP is the country’s oldest and most respected independent school,
providing an engaging, relevant, global education for 800 students from 60
nations. Its status of non-profit ensures that all proceeds are reinvested for
the benefit of its students.
christian international School of prague, o.p.s.
Perunova 6, 130 00 Praha 3 Vinohrady
+420 272 730 091
www.cisprague.org | info@cisprague.org
Centrally located in the heart of Prague, the Christian International School
of Prague provides English-speaking students an affordable education that
is academically excellent and practically oriented, taught within a nurturing
learning environment.
the english international School, prague
Brunelova 960/12, Prague 4 142 00
+420 272 181 911
www.eisp.cz | admissions@eisp.cz
Located in purpose-built, spacious facilities in Prague 4, the school offers
a British-style education followed by International programme for pupils
from 2 to 18 years. High quality teaching and pastoral care matched by
excellent academic progress.
Riverside School
Roztocká 9, Sedlec, 160 00 Prague 6
+420 245 005 045 (High School)
+420 224 325 183 (Primary School)
www.riversideschool.cz | admissions@riversideschool.cz
In picturesque settings alongside the Vltava River, in Bubenec and in the heart
of Prague 6 for 400 students aged 3 to 18. With an enviable reputation for
the quality of teaching, high academic standards, successful placements and
family involvement.
meRidiAn inteRnAtionAl School s.r.o.
kindergarten, primary, Secondary and high School
Frýdlantská 1350/1, 182 00 Praha 8 - Kobylisy
+420 286 581 805, +420 775 581 801
www.meridianedu.cz | info@meridianedu.cz
MIS was founded in 2004 and has a government-approved license to
teach approved Cambridge curriculum in the Czech Rep. We teach using
the English and Camb. curr. in our Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary
school. Here, your child’s future is safe.
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A University of Opportunity
www.expats.cz
Prague College, a modern British university in the centre of Prague,
offers to students high level education at three schools:
School of Business, School of Computing and School of Art & Design.
Strong academic programmes
Internationally recognised diplomas and degrees
Practical education and career opportunities
Direct contact with professionals and experts
Qualification recognised by employers as a sign of quality
Excellent facilities in a beautiful location
Masters Degree, Bachelors Degree, Professional Diploma,
Foundation Diploma, English for Higher Education
Come to see us:
Polská 10, Praha 2 - Vinohrady
(+420) 222 101 020
www.praguecollge.cz
facebook.com/PragueCollege twitter.com/PragueCollege
Masters and Bachelors programmes are awarded by Teesside University -
University of the year 2009/10 in the UK.
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First international ballet School in prague
Liliová 4, Prague 1
+420 774 194 800
www.balletschoolprague.com |
internationalballetschool@gmail.com
INTERNATIONAL BALLET SCHOOL PRAGUE, the first school of its kind in
the Czech Republic, focuses on training of children and young artists and
provides top-level education in classical ballet and modern dance.
the english college in prague
Sokolovská 320, Prague 9
+420 283 893 113
www.englishcollege.cz | office@englishcollege.cz
A selective 6-year English Grammar School for 380 pupils aged 12-19 with
IGCSE & IB programmes taught in English by native speakers since 1994.
Excellent track record in university applications to the UK and elsewhere.
Conveniently located in Prague.
lycée Français de prague – French/english preschool
Drtinova 7, Prague 5, 150 00
+420 222 550 000
www.lfp.cz | secretariat@lfp.cz
First French English preschool in Prague! In our new multi-lingual school
children acquire a solid basis for natural mastery of French and English
with qualified teachers. Some activities are also conducted in Czech.
Contact us for more information.
park lane international School
Norbertov 3, 16200 Praha 6
+420 220 512 653
www.parklane-is.com | info@parklane-is.com
Park Lane International School is a primary and secondary school for
children of all nationalities from 2 to 18. We pride ourselves on being a
small, caring school where parents, children and staff work in partnership
to create a friendly community.
muSic SchoolS
the international School of music
and Fine Arts prague
Příběnická 16, 130 00 Prague 3
+ 420 731 445 215, + 420 731 445 213
www.musicschoolprague.com | info@musicschoolprague.com
Excellent teachers, individual and group lessons, all musical instruments, music
theory and improvisation, ballet, modern dance, pre-school music classes,
international curriculum (ABRSM). Home tuition, monthly Family Concerts.
pReSchoolS
kidS company praha
Hradešínská 58, 101 00 Praha - Vinohrady
+420 773 640 036
www.kidscompany-praha.eu | info@kidscompany-praha.eu
The Czech-German kindergarten offers a bilingual pre-school education, with
the morning program in German and the afternoon program in Czech. We
accept children from two years of age. The kindergarten is open from 8am
to 8pm all year round.
GeRmAn School pRAGue – kindergarten
Schwarzenberská 1, Praha 5 - Jinonice
+420 235 311 725
www.dsp-praha.cz | dsprag@dsp-praha.cz
GERMAN KINDERGARTEN with native speaking teachers. Welcome are
children from 3 - 6 years of age. German curriculum. Wonderful natural
outdoor playground. Arts, sports and activities in music. Preparing for
German basic school.
neverland - the international art preschool
Nad Habrovkou 3, Nebušice, Prague 6
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+420 296 392 348, +420 724 170 651
www.neverland.cz | office@neverland.cz
We develop the confidence, independence and creativity of your child
through all art forms in a safe, spacious and inspiring environment.
GERMAN SCHOOL PRAGUE
GERMAN SCHOOL
• Kindergarten
• Primary school
• Secondary school
• All German leaving exams
www.dsp-praha.cz
GERMAN SCHOOL PRAGUE
Schwarzenberská 1
Praha 5 – Jinonice
tel.: +420 235 311 725
email: dsprag@dsp-praha.cz
more than school…
CZECH-GERMAN SECONDARY SCHOOL
• German prep. course for year 5
• Secondary school from year 6
• German and Czech leaving exams
nessie english preschool
Nad Bertramkou 1862/10, 15000 Praha 5
+420 251 560 531
www.nessie.cz | info@nessie.cz
Nessie Preschool provides an exclusive English programme for children
of all nationalities between 2 and 6 years old. The Nessie programme is
based on the English National Curriculum for preschool education.
our Submarine
V Podbabě 29/40 Prague 6
+420 731 517 897
www.oursubmarine.cz | info@oursubmarine.cz
Our Submarine preschool offers a programme in English for children
between 18 months and 5 years of age. The total capacity of our school is
only 20 children - allowing for individual approach to each child and very
close cooperation with parents.
bumble bee - School of creative children
Bubenečská 22 Prague 6, Trojdílná 18 Prague 5
+420 233 321 386, +420 220 562 150
www.bumblebee.cz | bubenecska@bumblebee.cz,
trojdilna@bumblebee.cz
Bumble Bee is an international pre-school for children from 2,5 - 7 years
of age, established in 1995. It is designed for parents with high standards
for intellectual and physical development of their children in stimulating
educational environment.
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klub prokupek
Hlubocepska 80, Prague 5
Jiri Valach +420 739 771 932
www.klubprokupek.cz | info@klubprokupek.cz
Klub Prokupek is a forest kindergarten in Prokopské údolí Nature Reserve.
We are a reliable and high quality preschool educational institution. We
naturally lead children to self-confidence, stability, freedom and a balance
between nature and society.
Sunny Garden
Pomořanská 489, Praha 8
+420 607 512 912
www.sunnygarden.cz | info@sunnygarden.cz
Sunny Garden-English preschool is a perfect place for your children. We
provide US Curriculum for children 2-6 years old. Working with small
groups, only native English teachers, having own garden.
pro Family/Andilek - montessori educational
centre, kindergarden and elementary School
Pod radnici 3, Prague 5, 150 00
+420 603 434 978
www.rcandilek.cz | miroslava.vlckova@rcandilek.cz
For Family - Andilek in Prague 5 (close to Andel) is a multi-level
educational centre - we serve families with children age 0-3, we run
Montessori Kindergarden and Montessori Elementary School. We also
provide education for parents and teachers.
Skrivanek Smarties preschool
Školní 1740/6, 147 00 Prague 4 – Braník
+420 737 220 521
www.skrivanek.cz | info.smarties@skrivanek.cz
Skrivanek Smarties Preschool is accredited by the Ministry of Education,
offers the latest trends in children´s education, as well as an individual
approach and a family environment. Our preschool provides a rich
programme in Czech and in English.
Let your children enjoy our Smarties Preschool.
Skrivanek Smarties Preschool
● We are accredited by
the Ministry of Education.
● We offer an individual approach
and a family environment.
● We offer the latest trends
in children's education.
● We provide a rich programme
in Czech and in English.
● All our staff and native speakers
are fully qualified.
SpoRtS FoR kidS
the little Gym
Drtinova 557/8, Praha 5 - Smíchov
+420 227 018 555
www.thelittlegym.cz | prague@thelittlegym.cz
The world´s leading gymnastics-based development programme for
children aged 4 months to 12 years. Non-competitive, curriculumbased
programme where children develop their co-ordination, balance,
confidence, listening and social skills whilst having FUN!
colleges & universities
AAU www.aauni.cz
Lázeňská 4, Prague 1 +420 257 530 202
Cerge-Ei www.cerge-ei.cz
Politických vězňů 7, Prague 1 +420 224 005 123
Charles University www.cuni.cz
Celetná 13, Prague 1 +420 224 491 850
CMC Graduate School of Business o.p.s. www.cmc.cz
Náměstí 5. Května 2, Čelákovice +420 326 999 111
Institute of Finance and Administration www.vsfs.cz
Estonská 500, Prague 1 +420 210 088 800
Institute for Industrial and Financial www.ipfm.cz
Management
Václavské nám. 40, Prague 1 +420 221 490 355
Masaryk Institute of Advanced Studies www.muvs.cvut.cz
Horská 3, Prague 2 +420 224 359 127
Private College of Economic Studies www.svses.cz
Lindnerova 1, Prague 8 +420 284 841 027
The University of Economics, Prague www.vse.cz
W. Churchill Sq. 4, Prague 3 +420 224 095 111
University of Northern Virginia www.unva.cz
Křižíkova 44, Prague 8 +420 222 999 888
www.skrivanek.cz
Skrivanek Smarties Preschool, Skolni 1740/6, 147 00 Prague 4 – Branik, GSM: +420 737 220 521, info.smarties@skrivanek.cz
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University of Pittsburgh www.usbsp.com
Truhlářská 13-15, Prague 1 +420 222 316 960
UNYP : University of New York in Prague www.unyp.cz
Legerova 72, Prague 2 +420 224 221 261
VSO College of Business in Prague www.vsopraha.cz
Spálená 14, Prague 1 +420 224 056 011
teFl courses
AKCENT www.akcent.cz
Bítovská 3, Prague 4 +420 261 109 222
ITC TEFL www.itc-training.com
Františka Křížka 1, Prague 7 +420 224 817 530
Oxford TEFL www.teflprague.com
Konviktská 24, Prague 1 +420 226 211 900
TEFL Worldwide www.teflworldwideprague.com
Freyova 1, Prague 9 +420 603 486 830
The Language House www.thelanguagehouse.cz
Škrétova 45, Prague 2 +420 221 490 355
Art Schools
Academy of Art, Architecure, and Design www.vsup.cz
nám. Jana Palacha 80, Prague 1 +420 221 708 111
Ceramic Studio Prague www.ceramic-studio.net
Ctiradova 6, Prague 4 +420 606 655 019
FAMU photography department www.famu.cz
Smetanova nábř. 2, Prague 1 +420 234 244 311
Muddum www.muddum.cz
Kostelní 24, Prague 7 +420 777 876 541
Studio PvM www.studiopvm.com
Pobřežní 97, Prague 8 +420 603 863 524
Acting Schools
DAMU www.damu.cz
Karlova 26, Prague 1 +420 234 244 211
Prague Playhouse www.pragueplayhouse.com
Františka Křížka 1, Prague 7 +420 608 577 012
Film Schools
FAMU www.famu.cz
Smetanovo nábřeží 2, Prague 1 +420 234 244 311
Prague Film School www.filmstudies.cz
Pštrossova 19, Prague 1 +420 257 534 013
culinary institutes/cooking classes
Atelier Culinari www.atelier-culinari.cz
Zenklova 117, Prague 8 +420 725 776 588
Chefparade www.chefparade.cz
Jeronýmova 325, Prague 3 +420 739 451 492
Olakala www.olakala.cz
Korunní 115, Prague 3 +420 777 270 199
The Prague Culinary Academy www.thepragueculinaryacademy.
com
Roháčová 188, Prague 3 +420 776 259 016
Pražský kulinářský institut www.prakul.cz
Suchdolská 86, Prague 6 +420 775 441 129
Radisson Blu (Sas) Alcron Hotel www.alcron.cz
Štěpánská 40, Prague 1 +420 222 820 410
SaSaZu www.sasazu.cz
Bubenské nabř. 306, Prague 6 +420 284 097 455
Zinc Master Class at the Hilton Prague www.hiltonprague.cz
Old Town
V Celnici 7, Prague 1 +420 221 822 100
babysitting Agencies/daycare
Agentura Baby www.hlidani.cz
Dolany 70, Kralupy nad Vltavou +420 608 149 687
Agentura Chůvička www.chuvicka.cz
Poupětova 3, Prague 7 +420 602 627 263
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Agentura Pohoda www.agenturapohoda.cz
Štefánikova 28, Prague 5 +420 737 282 627
Agentura Prague Family www.praguefamily.cz
Senovážné náměstí 20, Prague 1 +420 224 224 044
Baby Bee www.babybee.cz
Soběslavská 66, Prague 3 +420 272 653 130
Bumble Bee Preschool www.bumblebee.cz
Bubenečská 22, Prague 6 +420 233 321 386
Jesle Kotorská www.zzPrague4.cz
Kotorská ulice 1590, Prague 4 +420 241 011 791
KinderGarten www.kindergarten.cz
U Krčské vodárny 415, Prague 4 +420 776 003 003
Klara Agency’s Salomoun www.klara-agency.cz
Vojáčkova 612, Prague 9 +420 603 475 901
Magic Hill www.magic-hill.cz
Dunajská ulice 2136, Říčany +420 602 176 833
Melanie Person, s.r.o. www.melanie.cz
Naardenská 3, Prague 6 +420 604 279 086
Modré Nebe www.modrenebe.cz
Elišky Krásnohorské 6, Prague 1 +420 604 671 476
Neverland www.neverland.cz
Nad Habrovkou 3, Prague 6 +420 296 392 348
Our Submarine www.oursubmarine.cz
V Podbabě 29, Prague 6 +420 731 517 897
Tetty - An English Nursery and Preschool www.tetty.cz
Šantrochova 3, Prague 6 +420 602 241 830
Imimi Babysitting www.imimi.cz
Mělnická 109, Bořanovice +420 777 889 829
CPA Prague www.cpaPrague.cz
U Vodojemu 17, Libuš +420 724 706 687
preschools
Abacus Adventures www.abacusadventures.cz
Romana Blahníka 804 +420 777 925 404
American Embassy Prague – Green Tree n/a
Early Learning Center
Pelleova 11, Prague 6 +420 224 315 782
Baby Bee www.babybee.cz
Soběslavská 66, Prague 3 +420 272 653 130
Babylon Preschool www.babylon-preschool.com
Tomanova 44, Prague 6 +420 604 779 829
b fresh www.bfresh.cz
Na Petynce 98, Prague 6 +420 776 667 801
Bumble Bee www.bumblebee.cz
Soběslavská 66, Prague 3 +420 272 653 130
Duhovka Preschool www.duhovkaskolka.cz
Cihelná 2, Praha 1 +420 733 317 843
English Garden www.englishgarden.cz
Na Větrově 22a, Prague 4 +420 736 630 491
English Wonderland www.english-wonderland.cz
Kosmická 537, Prague 4 +420 774 988 101
FlowerGarten Preschool www.flowergarten.cz
Pod Chaloupkami 1309, Prague 5 +420 776 637 470
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Global Concepts www.globalconcepts.cz
V Šáreckém údolí 41, Prague 6 +420 220 961 561
Green House at EISP www.eisp.cz
Brunelova 12, Prague 4 +420 272 181 911
Happy Child Preschool www.happychild.cz
Jana Masaryka 31, Prague 2 +420 224 251 992
Happy Hippos www.happyhippos.cz
Břečťanová, Praha 10 +420 720 503 772
International Montessori School of Prague www.montessori.cz
Hrudičkova 2107, Prague 4 +420 272 937 758
Kids Company Prague www.kidscompany-praha.eu
Hradešínská 58, Praha 10 +420 773 640 036
Kindergarten www.kindergarten.cz
U Krčské vodárny 415, Prague 4 +420 776 003 003
KRYŠTOF Preschool www.klckrystof.cz
Korunní 127, Prague 3 +420 222 516 578
Magic Rainbow www.magicrainbow.cz
Na Hřebenkách 3a, Prague 5 +420 776 775 522
Modré nebe(Blue Sky) Prague Preschool www.modrenebe.cz
Elišky Krásnohorské 6, Prague 1 +420 604 671 476
Nessie Preschool www.nessie.cz
Nad Bertramkou 10, Prague 5 +420 251 560 531
NestLingue www.nestlingue.cz
V Parku 8, Prague 4 +420 777 400 509
Neverland Preschool www.neverland.cz
Nad Habrovkou 3, Prague 6 +420 296 392 348
Our Submarine www.oursubmarine.cz
V Podbabě 29, Prague 6 +420 731 517 897
Panda Learning Center www.pandacenter.eu
Fibichova 2, Prague 3 +420 776 261 750
Ribambelle www.ribambelle.cz
Jinonická 30, Prague 5 +420 776 775 522
Sunny Canadian School www.sunnycanadian.cz
Straková 522, Jesenice-Osnice +420 733 536 907
Sunny Garden www.sunnygarden.cz
Pomořanská 489, Prague 8 +420 734 827 106
Family centers
CLASS ACTS www.classacts.cz
Křížovského 7, Prague 3 +420 774 256 401
Family Center Andílek www.rcandilek.cz
Štefánikova 12, Prague 5 +420 605 301 230
Family Center Paleček www.rcpalecek.cz
Písecká 17, Prague 3 +420 775 103 100
Mateřské Centrum Medvídek www.medvidekuo.cz
Heranova ulice 1348, Prague 13 +420 605 774 569
classes
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Bělohorská 24, Prague 6 +420 233 102 371
Modrý Tygřík www.modrytygrik.cz
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Muddum www.muddum.cz
Kostelní 24, Prague 7 +420 777 876 541
Poni Škola www.ponyskola.cz
Český Šternberk 47 +420 731 488 632
RC Andílek www.rcandilek.cz
Písecká 17, Prague 3 +420 605 301 230
Riverside Sharks Swimming Club www.riversideschool.cz
Roztocká 9, Prague 6 n/a
Sport Academy www.sportacademy.cz
Nová kolonie 2, Prague 5 +420 777 274 275
The International School of Music and www.musicschoolprague.com
Fine Arts
Příběnická 16, Prague 3 +420 731 445 213
The Little Gym www.thelittlegym.cz
Drtinova 8, Prague 5 +420 227 018 555
Yoga Prague www.yogaprague.cz
Soukenická 7, Prague 1 +420 607 506 673
Velkostatek Tetín Equestrian Centre www.equicenter.cz
Tetín, Beroun +420 602 633 775
children’s Activities
Aqua Dream www.aquadream.cz
K Barrandovu 8, Prague 5 +420 251 550 259
Aquapalace Prague www.aquapalace.cz
Pražská 138, Prague - Čestlice +420 271 104 111
Aviation Museum www.militarymuseum.cz
Mladoboleslavská, Prague 9 +420 973 207 500
Beckiland www.beckiland.cz
Skandinávská 5, Prague 5 +420 774 777 070
Bobová dráha www.bobovadraha.cz
Prosecká 906, Prague 9 +420 284 840 524
Dino Park www.dinopark.cz
Českomoravská 15, Prague 9 +420 378 774 636
Fantasy Park Kids Bowling n/a
Novodvorská 138, Prague 4 +420 225 437 801
Kart Centrum Radotín www.kart-centrum.cz
Výpadová 1335, Prague 5 +420 774 002 001
Lego Museum www.muzeumlega.cz
Národní 31, Prague 1 +420 775 446 677
Letňany Lagoon www.letnanylagoon.cz
Tupolevova 665, Prague 9 +420 283 921 799
Mořský svět www.morsky-svet.cz
Výstaviště, Prague 7 +420 220 103 275
National Marionette Theater www.mozart.cz
Žatecká 1, Prague 1 +420 724 367 126
National Technological Museum www.ntm.cz
Kostelní 42, Prague 7 +420 220 399 111
Obchodní Centrum Šestka www.oc-sestka.cz
Fajtlova 1, Prague 6 +420 225 023 100
Planetarium Prague www.planetarium.cz
Královská obora 233, Prague 7 +420 722 099 001
Prague Zoo www.zoopraha.cz
U Trojského zámku 3, Prague 7 +420 296 112 111
Skydive Arena www.skydivearena.cz
Tupolevova 736, Prague 9 +420 273 132 056
St. Matthew’s Fair (Matějská pouť) www.matejskapout.cz
Výstaviště, Prague 7 n/a
Toulcův dvůr www.toulcuvdvur.cz
Kubatova 32, Prague 10 +420 272 660 500
Summer camps
CCUSA Kids Camps in Croatia from
Prague
www.ccusa.cz
Thákurova 3, Prague 6 +420 220 181 780
Prague Adventures www.pragueadventures.com
Náměstí 14 října 2, Prague 5 +420 777 196 977
Summer on Horseback www.tabory-zduchovice.cz
Zduchovice 65, Kamýk nad Vltavou +420 318 697 102
The Villa s.r.o. Summer Camp www.thevilla.cz
Ruská 81, Prague 10 +420 775 385 788
toy Stores
Art Hobby Centrum www.cfahobby.cz
Opletalova 22, Prague 1 +420 224 218 433
Babypark www.babypark.cz
Skandinávská 5, Prague 5 +420 251 510 353
Bambule www.bambule.cz
Chlumecká 6, Prague 9 +420 281 918 107
Pompo www.pompo.cz
Freyova 35, Prague 9 +420 211 138 221
Puntanela www.puntanela.cz
Řevnická 5, Prague 5 +420 737 278 471
Sparky’s www.sparkys.cz
Havířská 2, Prague 1 +420 224 239 309
children’s clothing
Anna and Viktorie www.annaviktorie.cz
U továren 1, Prague 10 +420 739 634 008
Chicco www.chiccocz.cz
Centrum Nový Smíchov, Prague 5 +420 257 328 171
Mothercare www.mothercare.com
Nám. Republiky 1, Prague 1 +420 225 770 250
Vibel’s www.vibel.cz
Karmelitská 379/18, Prague 1 +420 257 530 421
Secondhand clothing for kids
Bé-Be Dětský Svět www.bebe.htmlplanet.com
Milady Horákové 26, Prague 7 +420 233 375 382
Dětský bazárek n/a
Veverkova 8, Prague 7 +420 603 349 580
Dětská Burza “U Krtka” www.bazar-krtek.cz
Šternberkova 17, Prague 7 +420 732 514 864
Dětské prádlo a oblečení Domenica n/a
Dukelských Hrdinů 23, Prague 7 +420 776 241 154
Špuntík dětský obchod www.spuntik.cz
Věštínská 1, Prague 5 +420 739 053 384
kid-Friendly Restaurants
Ambiente Pizza Nuova www.ambi.cz
Revoluční 1, Prague 1 +420 221 803 308
Baby Cafe www.babycafeprague.cz
Jana Růžičky 1234/4, Prague 4 +420 775 099 414
Bohemia Bagel www.bohemiabagel.cz
Masná 2, Prague 1 +420 224 812 560
CzecHouse Grill & Rotisserie www.hilton.cz
Pobřežní 1, Prague 8 +420 212 241 171
Kafe Kakao www.kafekakao.cz
Americká 2, Prague 2 +420 777 903 902
Koala Café www.koalacafe.cz
Dolnoměcholupská 17, Prague 10 +420 212 241 171
School Restaurant & Lounge www.school.cz
Smetanovo nábřeží 22, Prague 1 +420 222 222 173
Rugantino www.rugantino.cz
Dušní 4, Prague 1 +420 222 318 172
Strelecky Ostrov Restaurant www.streleckyostrov.cz
Střelecký ostrov 336, Prague 1 +420 224 934 026
Vozovna www.vozovna-stromovka.cz
Královská obora 2, Prague 7 +420 725 123 705
Vytopna praha.vytopna.cz
Václavské náměstí 56, Prague 1 +420 725 190 646
Zofin Restaurant www.zofingarden.cz
Slovanský ostrov, Prague 1 +420 774 774 774
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basics for your quick reference.
clASSeS/teXtbookS
Intensive courses last for a duration of 2–4 weeks and take place
over large blocks (3–4 hours) of classroom time. They’re good for
beginners or those who want a refresher course but may be difficult
for students with full-time jobs. Cost ranges from 4,690 to 6,000 CZK.
Standard courses normally meet once or twice a week, either during
the morning or evening. They generally last 3–6 months, and you can
expect to pay something around 6,000–8,000 CZK. Standard courses
are typically held on the language school’s premises. Classes usually
focus on grammar and book learning for a variety of proficiency levels.
Private individual or group lessons are pricier options though if you’re
serious about learning, one-on-one can be beneficial. Lessons are given
in 45/60/90 minute increments for around 330/460/660 CZK. You
can go through a language school or find a teacher on your own. On
a budget?
Try a Czech for Foreigners class. For around 50 CZK per session the
Centre for the Integration of Foreigners (CIC) offers “low-threshold”
learning at locations around Prague. Classes are drop-in, focused on
speaking, do not require textbooks, and are organized by theme. Online
classes are now widely available and students who take them interact
with instructors and classmates via Skype. The photo-driven textbooks
Czech Express I and II and the Step-by-Step series by Lída Holá are
commonly used in classrooms. Supplemental books include Czech:
An Essential Grammar by James Naughton and 401 Czech Verbs by
Bruce Davies, which contains fully-conjugated verbs in all the tenses
with required prepositions and cases.
pRonunciAtion
One of the first things you’ll need to learn is pronunciation. It’s relatively
simple and phonetic—letters generally sound the same regardless of
the words that contain them. There are some exceptions, but unlike
English, they follow fairly strict rules. The Czech alphabet: a, á, b, c,
č, d, ď, e, é, ě, f, g, h, ch, i, í, j, k, l, m, n, ň, o, ó, p, r, ř, s, š, t, ť, u, ú,
ů, v, y, ý, z, ž. (The letters q, w, and x typically exist only in foreign
words.) Vowels are short (unaccented) and long (accented), and can
be simplified thus: pronounce the accented vowels the same as their
counterparts, just hold them twice as long.
pronunciation Guide:
a makes an ‘ah’ sound (as in ‘bus’)
e makes an ‘eh’ sound (as in ‘red’)
i makes an ‘e’ sound (as in ‘she’)
o makes an ‘o’ sound (as in ‘hot’)
u makes an ‘oo’ sound (as in ‘book’)
y is pronounced the same as i
ě makes a ‘ye’ sound (as in the ‘ye’ in ‘yes’)
The following consonants sound the same in Czech as they do in the
English examples:
b (as in ‘bed’) d (as in ‘dog’)
f (as in ‘film’) g (as in ‘game’)
h (as in ‘hot’) l (as in ‘lit’)
m (as in ‘meat’) n (as in ‘not’)
s (as in ‘sad’)
z (as in ‘zone’)
v (as in ‘van’)
Consonants k, p, and t are pretty much the same as in English, just
softer; never with the aspiration that they may have in English.
the others:
c makes a ‘ts’ sound (as in the ‘ts’ in ‘its’)
č makes a ‘ch’ sound (as in ‘cheese’)
ch makes a ‘huh’ sound like in ‘Loch’ – with a bit more phlegm
j makes a ‘y’ sound (as in yes)
r is rolled, making a ‘rrr’ sound (same as the Spanish r)
ř is the rolled r combined with a ž to make a ‘ rzhuh’ sound
š makes a ‘sh’ sound (as in ‘she’)
ž makes a ‘zhuh’ sound (as in ‘measure’)
ď, ť, and ň are pronounced slightly differently than their counterparts d,
t, and n. They’re softer, sounding like ‘dyuh’, ‘tyuh’, and ‘nyuh’. When
these three letters are followed by a ě or an i, they lose the hook but
are pronounced the same. There are some exceptions to the general
pronunciations, but thankfully they’re few and far between.
GendeR
The Czech language assigns a gender to every noun. Words describing
people, places, and things will be masculine, feminine, or neuter.
Gender is one of the fundamentals of learning Czech and it’s important
that you have a good understanding of it before moving on to more
advanced grammar.
If you’re working in a Czech office or frequently find yourself in
situations where you need to have a Czech greeting handy, it might
also be wise to familiarize yourself with the proper usage of vykání and
tykání (formal and informal grammatical address). Czechs place great
importance on these structures and using them improperly can be
construed as a grave offense, especially by the older generation.
GReetinGS
Ahoj is the equivalent of “hi”. The word likely comes from the English
seafarers’ greeting “ahoy”. Čau is a close second, if not equally as
common as ahoj. The use and pronunciation is the same (or very
close) to the Italian word from which it derives, ciao. Zdravím literally
means, “I greet you,” and is perfectly okay in semi-formal or informal
settings. Another foreign loan word which is used as a greeting is čus.
It is the Czech transliteration of the German farewell tschüss. One
difference with the original language is that čus here is used both as a
greeting and farewell. Haló is reserved for answering the telephone.
Good-byeS
Nashle is a common expression. It is an abbreviation of na shledanou.
Quite common amongst friends is měj se, which is close to “take care”
in English. It can also be used in a formal way when you say mějte
se hezky/krásně/fajn. If you want to be formal, then you can end
emails with s pozdravem. This expression is used exclusively in
writing. Alternatively, one can use sbohem, literally “with God”. It is
used when saying a lasting goodbye to someone, i.e. not expecting to
ever see them again, often with a sarcastic subtext.
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Without a doubt you have heard, or even used, ty vole (you ox!) as ox
(vůl) is used as a pejorative term for a stupid person. The ox is not
renowned for its wits. Variations of this expression which avoid the
word vůl do exist.
Some examples are ty brďo and ty vogo, the latter of which is a
kid’s version of the stronger phrase above. Some expressions which
have nothing to do with oxen are paráda (pageant or parade), which
means great.
The long vowel in the middle can be stretched out to show particular
satisfaction. Nádhera (finery) or krása (beauty) also provide a
long vowel to extend when very pleased. Then there’s bezva, and
also super, to express contentment.
czech idiomS
The cornerstone of truly knowing a language is being able to speak
idiomatically, using phrases from everyday language which at first
glance make no sense at all, but when taken as a whole express
particular ideas and feelings. The following idioms just scratch the
surface of those that exist in the Czech language.
“Dělat z komára velblouda” (“He is making a camel out of a
mosquito”) means he is simply conveying that a small problem is
really a crisis. In English, you might say he is “making a mountain
out of a molehill.”
“Zlom vaz” is the Czech equivalent of the English phrase “break a
leg” which is most commonly used to wish someone good luck.
“Zabít dvě mouchy jednou ranou”, literally translated as “kill two flies
with one hit”, has a more or less direct equivalent in English: “To kill
two birds with one stone”, or accomplish two tasks/goals with the
same action.
“Kdo jinému jámu kopá, sám do ní padá” literally means, “He who
digs a hole for another, falls into it himself.” In other words, you
shouldn’t do to other people what you don’t want to happen to
yourself, as you might get caught in your own trap.
As native English speakers say that they “are all ears” when carefully
listening to something another person is saying, so Czechs say
“Jsem jedno ucho”, or “I am one ear.”
The phrase “Mám okno”, or “I have a window” is used by Czechs
quite often. In English this means we are available at a certain time
for a meeting. In fact, this phrase in Czech has two meanings and
one is the same as the English phrase. But the second, and less
obvious meaning, is that the person wanted to say that her brain
wasn’t working properly. English language equivalents would be “my
mind went blank” or “I drew a blank”.
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Helpful Vocab
English Czech Phonetic
Yes Ano Ah-no
No Ne Neh
Good morning Dobré ráno Do-breh rah-no
Good day
(formal hello)
Dobrý den Do-bree Dehn
Hello (informal) Ahoj Ahoy
Good evening Dobrý večer Do-bree veh-chehr
Goodbye (formal) Na shledanou Nah skledah-noh
Goodbye (informal) Čau Chow
Good night Dobrou noc Do-brooh nots
Nice to meet you Těší mě Tye-shee Mye
How are you?
(formal)
Jak se máte? Yak seh mah-te
How are you?
(informal)
Jak se máš? Yak seh mahsh
I’m well Mám se dobře Mahm se do-breh
What is your name? Jak se jmenujete? Yak seh ymenooyete
My name is… Jmenuji se… Ymen-oo-ye seh
Do you speak
English?
Mluvíte anglicky? Mloo-veeteh
ahngleetskee
I don’t speak Czech Nemluvím česky Neh-mloo-veem cheskee
I don’t understand Nerozumím Neh-rozoo-meem
Excuse me; forgive
me
Promiňte Promeenyuh teh
Thank you Děkuji Dyekooyee
Please; you’re
welcome
Prosím Proseem
How much is it? Kolik to stojí? Koleek toh stoyee
Bill, please Účet, prosím Oocheht, proseem
Bon appetite Dobrou chuť Do-brooh khutye
To your health
(cheers)
Na zdraví Nah zdrah-vee
Do you have…? Máte…? Mah-teh
Where is the…? Kde je…? Gdeh ye
Restroom Toaleta Toh-ah-lehta
Restaurant Restaurace Rehs-tau-rahtseh
Shop Obchod Ob-khod
Street Ulice Oo-leetseh
Police Policie Poleetsee-eh
Hospital Nemocnice Neh-mots-nitseh
Train station Nádraží Nah-drazhyee
Airport Letiště Leh-teesh-tyeh
I want to speak
Czech
Chci mluvit česky
Kh-tsee mloo-veet
cheskee
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emeRGency WoRdS & phRASeS
Help! Pomoc!
Fire! Hoří!
Thief! Zloděj!
Call an ambulance/a doctor! Zavolejte sanitku/doktora!
Call the police! Zavolejte policii!
I’m not feeling well Není mi dobře
Where is the police station? Kde je policejní stanice?
My bag has been stolen Ukradli mi tašku
I have been robbed Byl jsem okraden
I have lost my passport/bag Ztratil jsem pas/tašku
I want to call my embassy Chci si zavolat na ambasádu
I need a doctor Potřebuji lékaře
Take me to the hospital, please Chci do nemocnice, prosím
I’m allergic to ... Jsem alergický na ...
I’m having a heart attack Mám infarkt
She/he has stopped breathing Nedýchá
I want a lawyer Chci právníka
There’s a gas leak Uniká plyn
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One of the first things you’re likely to learn is the various names of
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words and phrases that are likely to be found on a typical Czech menu.
To ask for an English menu say Máte anglické menu?
Food Jídlo
warm starters teplé předkrmy
cold starters studené předkrmy
salads saláty
mixed salad šopský salát
Greek salad řecký salát
tomato salad rajčatový salát
soup polévka
Meat Maso
chicken kuře
ham šunka
beefsteak biftek
bacon slanina
beef hovězí
lamb jehněčí
pork vepřové
fish ryby
salmon losos
trout pstruh
goulash guláš
beef filet/sirloin in sauce svíčková
steak tartare tatarský biftek
Vegetarian/without meat Vegetariánské/bezmasá
cheese sýr
brie cheese hermelín
blue cheese niva
fried cheese smažený sýr/smažák
broccoli brokolice
mushrooms žampióny
cauliflower květák
spinach špenát
risotto rizoto
pasta těstoviny
Preparation Příprava
roasted opékané
fried smažený
skewered špíz
sautéed soté
stuffed plněné
grilled grilované
stewed dušené
baked pečené
smoked uzené
boiled vařené
with/without s/bez
Garnishes Oblohy
onion cibule
garlic česnek
red pepper paprika
leek pórek
cabbage zelí
ginger zázvor
asparagus chřest
almonds mandle
corn kukuřice
butter máslo
pineapple ananas
cream smetana
ketchup kečup
Side dishes Přílohy
potatoes brambory
French fries hranolky
potato croquettes krokety
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Prague is a wonderful place to call home. It’s
got green spaces and quality schools, activities
for families, cultural opportunities galore, and
a swinging nightlife that has earned it a bit of
a reputation. But the challenges faced in the
initial relocating phase might affect your spirit of
adventure. Our guide walks you through some of
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a school to finding the right neighborhood to call
home—and navigating the sometimes frustrating
visa process. We wish you great success making
the transition to the Czech Republic!
pRAGue diStRictS
A confusing, incompatible system of naming districts is used in Prague.
The varying systems are from different historic periods and at least
three of them are in use today for different purposes. To complicate
matters, a single district name can be used in all the systems, but with
different meanings. We’ll adhere to the “old” system which divides
Prague into ten numbered districts and is used on street signs and
house numbers. (Higher numbers indicate a different system.) The
district you choose can determine which doctor or dentist you go
to if you plan to use the Czech public healthcare system. It can also
determine where your child will attend school.
Prague 1: Truly the heart of Prague; comprising the districts Malá
Strana (Lesser Quarter), Staré Město (Old Town), and Nové Město
(New Town). Although centrally located and flush with restaurants,
museums, and shops, the ever-present crowd of tourists (not to
mention the lofty rents) can make this area virtually uninhabitable,
especially for those with families.
Prague 2: The leafy suburb of Vinohrady is a favorite among expats
for a trio of reasons: its proximity to the city center, its easy access to
public transport, and its trendy culinary offerings. The abundance of
parks and green spaces also makes Vinohrady an attractive option for
families, though the demand for apartments here means higher rent.
Prague 3: Bordering progressively upscale Vinohrady is the grittier
Žižkov. Teeming with restaurants and pubs (more per square km than
any other neighborhood) and surrounded by its own fair share of parks
and greenery, this hilly district’s reputation as Vinohrady’s “rougher”
cousin is undeserved.
Prague 4: Nestled on the Vltava and dominated by the Braník and
Podolí neighborhoods, this is Prague’s most residential, and, some say,
safest district. Here outdoor pubs, parks, and restaurants abound. The
lack of a central metro hub may prove inconvenient but tram and bus
connections are plentiful. Two of the city’s largest international schools
are in Prague 4, giving the expatriate population a boost.
Prague 5: Smíchov, south of Malá Strana, is on the pricey side and can
feel crowded with all the malls, cinema complexes, and office buildings.
But the public transport is good, and nice neighborhoods with historic
homes can be found in Košíře, Motol, Hlubočepy, and Radlice. Though
cozy, these areas are far from the center and shops and entertainment
are scarce.
Prague 6: Dejvice is similar to Vinohrady in expat popularity (Nebušice
is especially favored by expats) and landscape. Rents are typically
cheaper and pubs and eateries are decidedly more “Czech” in
atmosphere. Prague 6, with its plentiful parks and schools, is an ideal
place for families. Ořechovka and Hanspaulka are two of the nicest
residential areas in all of Prague, characterized by luxurious houses
and villas.
Prague 7: Letná neighborhoods are just a short walk from lively Letná
and Stromovka parks where dog-walkers, rollerbladers, and beer
gardens are plentiful. An ample selection of restaurants nearby Sparta
football stadium, and good shopping continue to lure the international
community here.
Prague 8: Karlín in Prague 8 was the district worst hit by the 2002
floods but has experienced a brilliant renaissance. The stylized living
spaces, cafés, and state-of-the-art gyms cropping up continue to draw
yuppie types while a strong presence of die-hard locals keeps the mix
interesting.
Prague 9: Prosek, Ládví, and Letňany in Prague 9 are a good distance
from the center, although Metro line “C” now extends to Letňany, an
area of upscale homes and an enormous shopping center.
Prague 10: Vršovice has a Vinohrady feel but is a bit further from
the center, with lower rents. Eateries, entertainment, and access to
public transport links aren’t plentiful but do exist. Hostivař is a quiet
residential area dominated by Hostivař Dam and surrounded by a wellmaintained
forest.
the czech School SyStem
The changing face of public administration in the Czech Republic
has meant good news for schools, with the Czech education system
undergoing tremendous reform. The Czech School Inspectorate (Česká
školní inspekce) is responsible for monitoring test scores, quality of
management, budget matters and, in general, ensuring compliance
with the new standards of education. To enroll your child in a Czech
school he or she will need to obtain a Czech residence permit. (See
RESIDENCE PERMITS/VISA, page 135.)
If your child has completed his/her primary education at a school
abroad, a certificate of attestation equality or a certificate of education
featuring a recognition clause must be presented. Classes in primary
schools are taught in Czech. Citizens of EU member states may
receive free-of-charge tutoring including Czech classes; this option is
not available to citizens of third countries. If a student proves that he/
she is able to study in the Czech language, his/her education is free
of charge.
The online resource www.inkluzivniskola.cz is an EU-sponsored
initiative that helps children of foreign families’ transition into the
Czech school system. For information on schooling, see EDUCATION
on page 98.
mobile phoneS
A low-tech new phone with all of the basic features costs less than
1,000 CZK, while an iPhone 5 can sell for more than 17,000 CZK. If
you’re only in the Czech Republic short-term, all of the main mobile
operators offer a prepaid SIM card which comes with significantly
inflated per-minute rates. SIM cards are often included in the price of a