Daily costs per person in Czech Crowns (CZK). Prague is exceptional value — world-class beer for $2, hearty meals for $10, and free Gothic architecture everywhere.
Daily cost breakdown
Currency: CZK (Crown) (1 USD ≈ 23 CZK)
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Splurge | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | 400–700 CZK | 1,200–2,500 CZK | 3,500+ CZK | Hostels → boutique hotels → luxury hotels |
| Food | 250–450 CZK | 500–900 CZK | 1,200+ CZK | Pub food & markets → restaurants → fine dining |
| Transport | 40–120 CZK | 150–300 CZK | 500+ CZK | Metro/tram → taxis → private transfers |
| Activities | 0–200 CZK | 250–500 CZK | 800+ CZK | Free sights → museums → concerts & tours |
| Drinks | 100–200 CZK | 250–500 CZK | 700+ CZK | Local pubs → craft beer bars → cocktail bars |
| Daily Total | 790–1,670 CZK | 2,350–4,700 CZK | 6,700+ CZK | $34–73 → $102–204 → $291+ |
Money-saving tips
Czech beer prices
A half litre of excellent Czech beer costs 45–70 CZK ($2–3) at local pubs. Prague is one of the world's cheapest cities for quality beer. Drink at neighbourhood pubs, not Old Town tourist bars (which charge 100–150 CZK).
Eat Czech
A full Czech lunch at a hospoda (pub-restaurant) costs 150–250 CZK ($7–11). Svíčková (beef in cream sauce), guláš (goulash), and smažený sýr (fried cheese) are hearty and cheap. Avoid restaurants on Old Town Square.
Lítačka transport card
The Lítačka card or contactless payment works on metro, tram, and bus. Single ticket: 30 CZK (30 min) or 40 CZK (90 min). 24hr pass: 120 CZK. 3-day pass: 330 CZK. Buy via the PID Lítačka app.
Free experiences
Prague Castle courtyards, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Vyšehrad ramparts, Letná Park view, Petřín Hill walking paths, Kampa Island, and all churches (exteriors and most interiors) are free.
Neighbourhood pubs
Žižkov, Vinohrady, Holešovice, and Karlín have excellent pubs and restaurants at 30–50% less than the centre. A full meal with beer costs 200–350 CZK ($9–15) in these neighbourhoods.
Avoid exchange traps
NEVER use exchange booths on the street — the "0% commission" signs hide terrible rates. Use ATMs (Bankomat) from banks (Česká spořitelna, ČSOB, Komerční banka) for the best CZK rate.
