Travel Blog: Prague

What's on a Free Tour of Prague?
Date: 5 February, 2020
What's on a Free Tour of Prague?
It doesn’t matter if you’re planning on staying in Prague for just a few days or a few months, a tour of the city - particularly the historic Old Town and Jewish Quarter - is a must for any newcomer! Choosing the type of tour you want to do though, is well worth considering. So, we thought we'd give you an insight and breakdown to what you can expect from our free tours in Prague, some do's and don'ts, and answer some FAQs to help you decide if we're the right fit or you!
The best Instagram spots in Prague, according to a local!
Date: 3 January, 2020
The best Instagram spots in Prague, according to a local!
New year, new places to discover, and new sights to capture for your ever-expanding Instagram profile. One city that should definitely be on your list for 2020 is the Czech capital, Prague. Whether for a short holiday or extended stay, you can be sure you’ll find more than your fair share of great places for excellent Instagram shots in Prague. While there are literally thousands of locations in the city for taking amazing pictures, we've put together the best Instagram spots in Prague to get great photographs and snaps to up your Insta game in 2020.
Things to do in Prague in Winter
Date: 28 November, 2019
Things to do in Prague in Winter
The sunshine of summer may feel like a distant memory now that winter has taken a firm grasp of the days & nights in central Europe, but who says you need sun to have a delightful vacation?! Prague is the ideal winter break destination; the ancient cobbled Old Town is like a scene from a fairy-tale any time of year, but is a particularly beautiful wonderland in winter, there's fewer tourists crowding your impression of the place, and there is plenty of attractions to visit, experiences and things to do in Prague in winter exclusively.
Quirky Prague Souvenir Ideas, and Where to Find Them!
Date: 8 October, 2019
Quirky Prague Souvenir Ideas, and Where to Find Them!
Souvenirs may not be at the forefront of your mind when planning a trip to Prague; after-all, these are mementos we take back from a place to mark an occasion during our travels, or to commemorate a time and place from our journey, but once you find yourself in Prague, you'll soon see that there are lots of Prague souvenir shops, gift-stores, and traditional Czech souvenirs vying for your attention and hard-earned moolah.
How to do Beer Spas in Prague for beginners
Date: 19 April, 2019
How to do Beer Spas in Prague for beginners
If you’re a regular pub crawler on your travels, chances are you have a fondness for beer. If you’re visiting Prague, chances are you love beer; but the biggest beer drinkers in the world, the Czechs, don’t just like to drink their delicious brew – they bathe in it too!
The best things to see in Prague's Malá Strana district
Date: 13 February, 2019
The best things to see in Prague's Malá Strana district
While the Old Town revels in popularity among visitors, the Malá Strana district is a must-visit for any curious traveller to Prague. Directly translating as ‘Lesser quarter’ in English, there certainly isn’t anything ‘lesser’ about the beautiful, sloping Malá Strana district at the foot of Castle Hill. Here are our seven best things to see in Prague’s oldest neighbourhood.
Five Castles in Prague You Must Visit
Date: 28 August, 2018
Five Castles in Prague You Must Visit
Are you enchanted by ancient castles? Have you always wanted to ramble the elegant halls and massive walls of royal buildings? Then you must visit the Czech Republic, home to more than two thousand castles, chateaus, and villas. The capital city, Prague, and the surrounding area offer some of the most exquisite of these, and some of the finest architecture you will see in Europe. Of course, our free walking tour of Prague Castle is the best way to explore this particular jewel of the capital, but there are more castles in Prague worthy of your visit too. It wasn’t easy, but we’ve picked five castles in Prague (well, one is just outside of) that any self-respecting castle-fanatic must see.
10 Weekend Trips from Prague
Date: 6 July, 2018
10 Weekend Trips from Prague
Prague may not have a seacoast or great beaches, but the great thing is that it's completely central in Europe! This makes it really easy to take short trips or weekend trips from Prague. With Germany, Austria, Poland and Hungary (to name a few) bordering the Czech Republic, there's a lot to see. With flexible transport available from the main bus station (Florenc) and the central train station (Hlavni Nadrazi), travelling is affordable and easy. Bus tickets range from 8 - 30 euros and a train ticket starts from 20 euros, so there's no need to go through the hassle of renting a car or paying for a flight! Without further adieu, here are the top 10 weekend trips from Prague.
Day Trips From Prague
Date: 6 July, 2018
Day Trips From Prague
As a traveller, I know that staying in one place for a while can be a little tiresome, and you wanna see more of the country and surrounding areas. Here are Generation Tours' recommended places for a day out away from Prague!
Generation Tours Czech Survival Language Guide
Date: 9 December, 2015
Generation Tours Czech Survival Language Guide
So you've decided to travel to Prague? It's a beautiful destination with so much to see and discover. With its ancient history, awesome beer, gorgeous architecture and affordable everything, it comes as no surprise that it's consistently listed as one of the most visited cities in the world. Although Prague is a fairly touristic place, it's always good to learn a few phrases here and there to fit in like the locals or try to anyway. Plus who wants to get stuck having to use body language to ask someone where the toilet is? So over at NEXT City Tours, we whipped up a Czech survival language guide that'll come in handy, or you can learn some wicked phrases from the local guides on our free walking tours in Prague. You'll never have to worry about what to say to that cute bartender anymore at the local bar or on the Pub crawl!