The city of 1.3 million people is spread out into 10 districts that surround a central historic core. Most of the sights are crammed into a relatively compact area bordering both banks of the Vltava River and the public transportation system is excellent.
The subway is the cheapest and fastest way to cover long distances. The main train station and bus station are served by the metro, as well as the main connecting point which is Ndra Veleslavn. The system is open from 5 am to midnight.
If you want to move between major sights, the A green line is a good choice. Visitors can walk to Old Town Square and Mal Strana from central Wenceslas Square.
It is possible to travel both short and long distances with the help of the tram network. During peak times, tram cars turn up at intervals of 4-7 minutes. Night trams enter into service after normal service ends at 5am. Learning a few key routes can help save time and money.
The Tram 22 follows a picturesque route that leads to top tourist attractions, including Mal Strana.
Most lines of the buses in the city are not of interest to visitors. The Ndra Veleslavn metro station does not have an exception. The Ndra Holeovice metro station has a bus that goes to the zoo.
Pack comfortable shoes and walk a lot. The only way to get around is by foot, since most of the center is closed to traffic.
There is a network of dedicated cycling routes being built by the city. The roads, cobblestones, trams, and slow- moving groups of pedestrians all pose a potential danger.
Locals prefer to hire pink Rekola bikes from stands around town, even though several companies operate day rentals or short term bike-share schemes. The app needs to be downloaded to start. 24 K is the starting point for single rides.
Commuter ferries cross the Vltava at regular intervals. Ferries are both convenient and beautiful. Some run all year while others only during April to October.
There is a pretty, year-round ferry connecting the eastern bank of the river, south of the Old Town at Vto, to the Csask louka stop in Smchov.
The Petn funicular railway takes you to the top of Petn Hill, where you can see the city below. The funicular is fun in its own way, especially for children. Near the jezd tram stop is the lower station.
It is not likely that you will ever need to drive in the city. The older, central parts of the city are warrens of one-way streets, while the wider roads that go outside the center are not. Many districts have limited street parking to residents only and it can be difficult to find a parking spot. Public transportation is the best way to get around.
Liftago is a relatively cheap ride share app. A taxi is a radio taxi. It is better to hail a car over the phone or website than it is to do it on the street.
The refitting of metro stations, trams and buses to make them accessible to all travelers has been a priority for the DPP. Some metro stations don't have lifts. Curb-level entry is allowed on many trams and buses. Information on barrier-free travel can be found on the website.
The best source for up-to-date travel information is the website of the DPP.
Single-ride tickets of short (30-minute) and long (90-minute) durations are available. Children under 15 and senior citizens are free to travel. All metros, trams, buses and ferries have valid tickets and passes. The Petn funicular can be ridden by those with a valid one- or three-day travel pass.
If you want to start the journey, you need to verify tickets in yellow boxes. You can find them at the top of the escalators.
You can buy tickets at self-service machines in metro stations. Cash and credit cards are accepted. Many trams have automated ticket machines that can be used to purchase tickets and passes.
It's a good idea to buy several tickets in advance or a one- or three- day pass.
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