The Rough Guide to Prague


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Discover Prague with the most knowledgeable and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to explore the hidden gems of the Old Town, sightsee by tram or simply enjoy the best beer in the world, The Rough Guide to Prague will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, relax and shop along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Prague - Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. - Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the winding cobbled streets of the Old Town as well as the metro, tram and bus systems without needing to get online. - Stunning, inspirational images - Itineraries - carefully planned, themed routes to help you organize your trip and see the very best of the city. - Detailed coverage - whether negotiating the twisting lanes of the centre or on a day-trip to the magnificent Karlštejn Castle, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered: Hradcany, Malá Strana, Staré Mesto, Josefov, Nové Mesto, Vyšehrad and the eastern suburbs, Holešovice and the western suburbs, day-trips to Melník, Terezín and Kutná Hora, Konopište chateau, Karlštejn Castle and Lidice. Attractions include: Wenceslas Square, astronomical clock, Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Old Town Square) Obecní Dum, Trade Fair Palace, UPM, Petrín. - Listings - a rundown of the best accommodation (from budget to luxury), cafés and restaurants, pubs and bars, plus clubs and live music, the arts, shopping and sports. - Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, a new city tours section, the media, festivals, entry requirements, public holidays and more. - Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, Prague personalities, and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to Prague




Pocket Rough Guide Prague


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The best Prague has to offer - in your pocket. Pocket Rough Guide Prague is your essential guide to one of Europe's most beautiful cities, with stunning photography, in-depth accounts and a full-colour, pull-out map. Whether you are staying for the weekend or enjoying a short break, our itineraries help you make the most of your trip, and the 'Best of' section picks out the highlights you won't want to miss - whether that means visiting the big-name sights of Prague's magnificent castle and famous bridge, exploring the atmospheric old Jewish quarter or enjoying the Art Nouveau scene. Divided by neighbourhood for easy navigation, the 'Places' section is written in Rough Guide's trademark honest and informative style, with listings of the must-see sights and our pick of the places to eat, drink and sleep for every budget, from traditional Czech pubs to new microbreweries and from a decadent sixteenth-century palace to a charming, family-run bed and breakfast. Make the most of your trip with the Pocket Rough Guide Prague.




Pocket Rough Guide Prague


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Pocket Rough Guide Prague is your essential guide to the Czech capital, with all the key sights, restaurants, shops, and bars in an easy-to-use format. Whether you have an afternoon or a few days at your disposal, Rough Guides' itineraries help you plan your trip, and the "Best of" Prague section picks out the city’s highlights you won’t want to miss, from picture-postcard views of Prague castle to the atmospheric old Jewish quarter. Divided by area for easy navigation, the Places section is written in Rough Guides' trademark honest and informative style, with listings of the must-see sights and our pick of the places to eat, drink, and dance, from grand Art Nouveau cafés to traditional backstreet pubs serving the best beer in Europe. · Easy-to-use neighborhood maps to help you find your way around · The best of the city’s restaurants, bars, clubs, and hotels, selected by our expert authors · Tailored itineraries and highlights make trip-planning easy · Inspirational photography brings the city to life · Up-to-date background information, including transport details and a calendar of festivals and events




Rick Steves Pocket Prague


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Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Prague: City walks and tours: Five detailed self-guided walks, including a walk from the Old Town Square to the Charles Bridge and tours of The Jewish Quarter and Prague Castle Rick's strategic advice on what's worth your time and money What to eat and where to stay: Savor a traditional goulash stew, mingle with locals over a Czech beer, and stay in a romantic hotel in the Little Quarter Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus museum and city maps throughout Full-color, portable, and slim for exploring on-the-go Trip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around, basic Czech phrases, and more Lightweight, yet packed with info on Prague's history and culture, Rick Steves Pocket Prague truly is a tour guide in your pocket. Extending your trip? Try Rick Steves Prague & the Czech Republic or Rick Steves Eastern Europe.




Pocket Rough Guide Prague (Travel Guide eBook)


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This compact, practical and entertaining travel guide to Prague will help you discover the best of the destination. Our slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips. It covers all the key sights such as the Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. This Prague guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Pocket Rough Guide Prague covers: Prague Castle, Hradcany, Malá Strana, Staré Mesto, Josefov, Wenceslas Square and northern Nové Mesto, Národní trída and southern Nové Mesto, Vyšehrad, Vinohrady, Žižkov and Holešovice. Inside this guide book to Prague you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Prague, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Vyšehrad to family activities in child-friendly places, like Prague Castle, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Malá Strana. INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWS Covering Hradcany, Wenceslas Square, Staré Mesto, and more, the practical Places section of this Prague travel guide provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES The routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Prague Castle and Charles Bridge, as well as hidden gems like Petrín and Obecní dum. DAY-TRIPS Venture further afield to Vyšehrad or Žižkov. This travel guide to Prague tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Prague. COMPACT FORMAT Packed with pertinent practical information, this Prague guide book is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Golden Lane, St Vitus Cathedral and Old Town Square. HANDY PULL-OUT MAP With every major sight and listing highlighted, the pull-out map of our Prague travel guide makes on-the-ground navigation easy. ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN Features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Includes invaluable background information on how to get to Prague, getting around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and a handy language section and glossary.




The Rough Guide to Prague


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The Rough Guide to Prague is the ultimate travel guide to this beautiful city. With clear maps of every neighbourhood and detailed coverage of all the city's attractions, this book will help you discover the best Prague has to offer. Written in Rough Guides' trademark honest and informative style, The Rough Guide to Prague features detailed practical advice on what to see and do plus up-to-date reviews of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops and restaurants for all budgets.Dozens ofphotographs illustrate Prague's highlights, including Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge and theBaroque Old Town Square, and there are full-colour features on the city's stunning Art Nouveau architecture and its world-famous beer and pubs. Easy-to-use maps and expert adviceensure you don't miss a thing. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Prague.




Pocket Rough Guide Prague


Book Description

Pocket Rough Guide Prague is your essential guide to the Czech capital, covering all the key sights, hotels, restaurants, shops, and bars you need to know about. Pocket Rough Guide Prague includes itineraries and a "Best of Prague" section that picks out the highlights you won't want to miss, from the picture-postcard views of Prague castle and the atmospheric old Jewish quarter to grand Art Nouveau cafés and traditional backstreet pubs serving the best beer in Europe. Make the most of your time with Pocket Rough Guide Prague.




DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid


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A bustling yet intimate city, Madrid exudes a sense of culture and creativity in its world-class art galleries, atmospheric tapas bars, glorious gardens and historic plazas. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around Madrid with absolute ease. Our newly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Madrid into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best museums and galleries, places to eat and shops. You'll discover: - Nine easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day-trip, a weekend, or a week - Detailed Top 10 lists of Madrid's must-sees, including detailed breakdowns of the Palacio Real, Museo Nacional del Prado, Plaza Mayor, Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, El Rastro, Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Parque del Retiro, Museo Arqueológico Nacional and El Escorial - Madrid's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, dining, and sightseeing - Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including children's activities, things to do for free and unmissable experiences off the beaten path - Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe DK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 2002. Staying for longer and looking for a more comprehensive guide? Try our DK Eyewitness Madrid or DK Eyewitness Spain.




Pocket Rough Guide Prague (Travel Guide)


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Prague attracted 7.07 million visitors and 6.05 million international visitors in 2016 (Source: Prague.tv), Over 813k British nationals visit Prague every year (Source: www.Gov.uk), Revamped design with additional itineraries and a handy pull out map, Rough Guides was the No. 3 travel guide publisher in 2016, worth £3.3 million (Nielsen Bookscan)




The Rough Guide to Prague: Travel Guide eBook


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This Prague guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Prague travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. This Prague guidebook covers: Hradcany, Malá Strana, Staré Mesto, Josefov, Nové Mesto, Vyšehrad and the eastern suburbs, Holešovice and the western suburbs, day-trips to Melník, Terezín and Kutná Hora, Konopište chateau, Karlštejn Castle and Lidice. Inside this Prague travel book, you’ll find: A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip Practical information – how to get to Prague, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more Author picks and things not to miss in Prague – Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Stavovské divadlo, Convent of St Agnes, Vyšehrad, Prague Castle, UPM, Veletržní Palace, Obecní dům, Church of Sv. Mikuláš, AghaRTA Jazz Centrum, Café Louvre, Josefov, Wenceslas Square, Strahov Monastery Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots When to go to Prague – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to Prague with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity Essential Czech dictionary and glossary of local terms Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Prague, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.