Prague, Czech Republic travel guide
Located just 10 km from the city center (less than 30 minutes), the Ruzyne Ariport (PRG) in Northwest Prague is a modern and spacious international airport. In the airport you can find restaurants, VIP lounges, conference rooms, a post office, flower vending machines, a photo booth, pharmacy, and a 24 hour tourist information desk. There you can get a free city map and arrange for an airport Ruzyne Prague car hire.
The second largest airport in Central Europe, the Ruzyne airport was awarded prestigious inquiry at the World Airport Awards in 2007. It boasts a heavy traffic load with around 12 million passengers to pass through every year and handles around 250 flights per day to 103 destinations around the world.
Built in 1937 Ruzyne airport has a long rich history and has won several awards over the years for excellence and architecture. Located in the Ruzyne area, alongside the suburbs of Hostivice and Jenecek it is the perfect place to begin your sight seeing around Prague, reputedly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
With the option of cheap car rental in Prague, Czech Republic, getting to where you want to go, such as the Prague Castle just 20 minutes from Ruzyne Airport, can be easy and inexpensive.
- Local time in Prague, Czech Republic:
- GMT+1
- Population of Prague, Czech Republic:
- 1,249,026
Tourist attractions at Prague, Czech Republic
Prague Castle
Boasting the world's biggest ancient castle covering 110 acres (45 hectares) with 3 courtyards, fortifications, and gardens. Tourists come from all over to view what is undoubtedly the city's most popular attraction, including the Castle's famous Gothic St Vitus Cathedral, the country's largest church. Prague Castle can be seen from virtually anywhere in Prague.
Choose a car hire from Prague Ruzyne Airport, just 20 minutes away, and enjoy personal and comfortable transportation to Prague Castle and many other rich attractions in Prague.
Old Town Square
Prague's Old Town Square is a classic story-book town, complete with cobble stone, colorful facades, and adorable Baroque and Medieval houses. Once the center of the Bohemian world this humble Town Square served as a meeting place for merchants and traders from across Europe. There you will find the Astronomical clock on the Town Hall, among other famous Prague attractions.
To get there by car take E55 from Dresden/Berlin; E67 from Warsaw/Wroclaw, or E50 from Paris.
Charles Bridge
Serving as the only connection between the two halves of Prague for 400 years, the Charles Bridge is undoubtedly Prague's most recognized monument. Built in 1357, the bridge was ornamented with only a solitary cross but was later adorned with over 30 Baroque Statues. A great place to pick up souvenirs, Charles bridge hosts many craft stalls and buskers.
Easy to get to from almost anywhere in Prague via E48, E55, or E67, car rental Prague, Czech Republic is the best way to take in all the beautiful scenery of Prague on your way at your own pace.
Recommended daytrips from Prague, Czech Republic
Pilsner Urquell Brewery and Cellar
You can't visit the Czech republic without trying a little Pilsner, and why not learn a little about your beer while you're there? The historic Pilsner Urquell Brewery is the home of the original lager from which light beers the world over are derived, and the history of "Pils" beer lies within this fascinating brewery.
View everything from the full evolution of Pilsner, including historical brewing equipment and the modern brewing plant. Explore the cellars and learn about the traditional art of barrel making, and even taste some freshly brewed Pilsner Urquell beer!
Krizik's Fountain Display
Set to classical music, this is a perfectly timed fountain display including a beautiful light show in a rainbow of colors. Located near the city center, you can leave your car hire Prague, Czech Republic near Wenceslas Square.
Bike Rental and Tours
The best way to take in all the architecture and discover the city's sights and attractions is by bicycle. Ride through the streets, along the river and across the squares of Prague. Bike tours are available between May and October, usually start in the late morning or afternoon, and last about 2.5 hours.
Hotels at Prague, Czech Republic
Old Town Square Hotel
Staromestske namesti 20
Praha 1
Tel: 00420-2-221 421 111
Hotel Josef
Rybná 20
110 00 Prague 1
Czech Republic
Phone: +420 221 700 111
Fax: +420 221 700 999
Local conditions for Prague, Czech Republic
Thu, 24 May 2012 16:50:00 +0200
Thursday at 16:00 CEST:
sunny intervals. 24°C (75°F)
Temperature: 24°C (75°F), Wind Direction: N, Wind Speed: 11mph, Relative Humidity: 34%, Pressure: 1022mb, falling, Visibility: EX
Weather forecast for Prague, Czech Republic
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Thursday
Sunny, Max Temp: 25°C (77°F), Min Temp: 12°C (54°F)
Max Temp: 25°C (77°F), Min Temp: 12°C (54°F), Wind Direction: NNE, Wind Speed: 14mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1023mb, Humidity: 40%, UV risk: n/a, Sunrise: 05:03CEST, Sunset: 20:54CEST
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Friday
Sunny, Max Temp: 22°C (72°F), Min Temp: 11°C (52°F)
Max Temp: 22°C (72°F), Min Temp: 11°C (52°F), Wind Direction: NE, Wind Speed: 10mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1025mb, Humidity: 33%, UV risk: n/a, Sunrise: 05:02CEST, Sunset: 20:55CEST
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Saturday
Sunny intervals, Max Temp: 22°C (72°F), Min Temp: 12°C (54°F)
Max Temp: 22°C (72°F), Min Temp: 12°C (54°F), Wind Direction: ENE, Wind Speed: 8mph, Visibility: very good, Pressure: 1023mb, Humidity: 32%, UV risk: n/a, Sunrise: 05:01CEST, Sunset: 20:57CEST
Airport Information
- Airport name:
- Prague Ruzyne Airport
- Airport code:
- PRG
- Phone number:
- +420(0)2 2011 3314/21
- Fax number:
- +420(0)2 3535 0922
- Address:
- Praha Ruzyne Airport Letište Praha s.p. 160 08 Praha 6 Czech Republic
- Map:
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- Distance from airport to Prague:
- Prague city || 6 Miles / 10 km / 22 minutes by rental car from Downtown Prague
- Car Rental office location:
For car rental in Prague Ruzyne Airport you will find a variety of car rental companies on the ground level of parking garage C at the airport. The following companies offer car rental service in Prague Ruzyne Airport:
- Alimex CR
- Avis
- Budget
- Hertz
- National/Alamo
- Sixt
- CS-Czechocar
- Dvorak
- Europcar
Booking your car hire vehicle for Prague Ruzyne Airport in advance is the best way of getting the best deals and cheap car rental offers in 7 seater, 9 seater or any type of car hire vehicle you need for your stay in Prague, Czech Republic.
Airlines providing airport services to Prague, Czech Republic
- Aer Lingus
- Aeroflot
- Aerosvit Airlines
- Air Europa
- Air France
- Air Malta
- Air Moldova
- Alitalia
- Atlant-Soyuz Airlines
- Austrian
- Baboo
- BMI
- British Airways
- Brussels Airlines
- Bulgaria Air
- Central Connect
- China Airlines
- Cirrus Airlines
- Condor
- CSA Czech Airlines
- Danish Air Transport (DAT)
- EasyJet
- El AL Israel
- European Air Charter
- FARNAIR EUROPE
- Finnair
- FLYGLOBESPAN
- FlyMe
- Germanwings
- Imair Airlines
- Intersky
- JAT Airways
- Jet2.com
- Kaliningradavia
- KLM
- Korean Air
- KrasAir
- LOT POLISH AIRLINES
- Lufthansa
- Malev Airlines
- Norwegian Airlines
- Pulkovo Aviation
- Ryanair
- SAS
- SkyEurope Airlines
- Smart WIngs
- Sterling
- Sun-Air of Scandinavia
- Swiss Airlines
- TAP Portugal
- Thomsonfly
- TNT Airways
- Travel Service
- Tunisair
- Turkish Airlines
- Ural Airlines
