What is the best time to visit Czechia?

The best time to visit Czechia depends on your priorities. Many travellers visit year-round, though spring and autumn typically offer pleasant weather and smaller crowds at popular attractions like Charles Bridge. Check weather patterns for Europe before booking.

What currency does Czechia use?

Czechia uses the Czech koruna (Kč). Exchange at banks or airports, and withdraw from ATMs with your debit card. Credit cards are accepted in most tourist areas.

What food should I try in Czechia?

Svíčková na Smetaně is one of Czechia's most iconic dishes. Other must-try foods include Vepřo-Knedlo-Zelo and Czech Svíčková Guláš. Eat where locals eat for the best experience.

How many countries can visit Czechia visa-free?

93 countries can enter Czechia without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Check the full list and your specific requirements above.

Is Czechia safe for tourists?

Czechia is generally safe for tourists with normal precautions. As in any country, stay aware of your surroundings, avoid displaying expensive items, and use registered transport. Check current government travel advisories before your trip.

Czechia

The Czech Republic, also known as Czechia and historically known as Bohemia, is a…

Capital

Prague

Language

Czech, Slovak

Currency

Czech koruna (Kč)

Population

10.9M

Timezone

UTC+01:00

Visa-free access

93 countries

Travelling to Czechia

The Czech Republic, also known as Czechia and historically known as Bohemia, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. The country is bordered by Austria to.

Czechia is located in Central Europe, Europe. The capital is Prague, and the official languages are Czech and Slovak. The local currency is the Czech koruna (Kč). With a population of 10.9M, Czechia is a mid-sized country in Europe.

Czechia offers visa-free entry to 93 countries, with most stays allowed for up to 90 days. The remaining 105 passport holders need to apply at an embassy.

Top places to visit in Czechia

Charles Bridge

Thirty baroque statues flank this 14th-century Gothic sandstone span over the Vltava River; commissioned by Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV in 1357 to connect the Old Town with the Lesser Quarter; cross at 5 am when the pre-dawn mist obscures the bridge ends; the only sound is the rhythmic echoing of footsteps on granite cobbles and the distant splashing of the river weir.

Prague Castle

The world largest coherent castle complex spans 70 hectares and serves as a 9th-century palimpsest of Romanesque; Gothic; and Renaissance architecture; the seat of Czech monarchs and presidents for over a millennium; arrive at the Hradčany square at opening; the changing of the guard ceremony provides a sharp; metallic clatter against the silence of the massive courtyards while the scent of old masonry lingers.

State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov

A monumental 13th-century fortress perched on a sheer rock promontory above a hairpin loop of the Vltava River; featuring a rare; perfectly preserved Baroque theatre from 1766; walk the tiered gardens toward the castle tower at sunset; the sun-bleached terracotta roofs of the town below turn deep orange while the light hits the Renaissance mural paintings on the interior facade.

Sedlec Ossuary

The skeletal remains of 40;000 plague and war victims arranged into morbidly intricate Baroque decor; including a massive chandelier containing every bone in the human body; located beneath the 14th-century Cemetery Church of All Saints; descend the stairs at midday; the cool; damp air carries the faint scent of earth while shafts of light illuminate the dusty; yellowed texture of centuries-old calcium.

Saint Barbara Church

A 14th-century Late Gothic masterpiece dedicated to the patron saint of miners; featuring unique flying buttresses and three-tented roofs; the interior displays medieval frescoes of minting and mining; visit the upper galleries in late afternoon; the western sun penetrates the stained glass; casting vibrant violet and crimson pools across the ribbed vaulting and the cold; hand-carved stone pillars.

Villa Tugendhat

Mies van der Rohe 1930 Functionalist masterpiece is a radical manifesto of iron; glass; and rare stone; the onyx wall from Morocco turns translucent when hit by direct sunlight; stand in the main living space at 3 pm; the floor-to-ceiling windows disappear into the floor; merging the interior with the garden while the light reflects off the chrome-clad steel columns with surgical precision.

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Czechia visa requirements

Visa-free

105

Visa required

Countries that can visit Czechia visa-free

93 countries can enter without a visa, usually for up to 90 days.

Europe

Asia

United Arab Emirates90d

Americas

Oceania

Before you go to Czechia

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Passport validity

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay. Czechia immigration may refuse entry otherwise.

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Proof of onward travel

Carry a return or onward flight ticket. Airlines and border officers may ask to see it before allowing you to board or enter.

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Currency: Czech koruna

The local currency is Kč. Exchange major currencies at the airport or city banks. ATMs are widely available in urban areas.

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Language: Czech

Czech is the primary language. English is spoken in tourist areas and major cities.

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Power & connectivity

Check Czechia's plug type and voltage before packing. Buy a local SIM card at the airport for affordable data.

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Czechia — your questions

It depends on your passport. 93 countries can enter Czechia visa-free. Everyone else needs an embassy visa. Use the WorldCurio visa checker for your specific passport.