Practical Information in Prague

Useful information

General Info: Avant-Guide is the best travel guidebook to Prague. It is loaded with read-deal restaurants, hotels, nightlife and shopping.

Electricity: The normal electricity supply is 220 volts.

Tax: If you are foreigner you can claim your tax back.

Opening times: Offices, services and most stores are closed on Saturday (afternoon) and Sunday. Mostly cafes, restaurants and grocers may, however, be open.

Tips: Service is included in the bill in restaurants and hotels. Usually a good tip is approximately 10%.

The rate: The rate of the CZK to each currency is different every day.

Tobacco: In the Czech Republic, there is not a restriction on smoking. In some cafes and restaurants, however, smoking is forbidden. Look at the sign inside.

Visitors: Tourist offices and information bureaux will give you a friendly welcome and provide good advice and service.