Budget/Backpacker Travel Guide: Prague
Experience authentic local culture on a shoestring budget with hostels, street food, and public transport
Daily Budget: $35-93 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for budget/backpacker travel in Prague
Accommodation
$12-35 per night
Dorm beds in hostels, budget guesthouses, shared bathrooms, basic amenities
Food & Dining
$15-30 per day
Street food, local pubs, grocery stores, self-catering, traditional Czech canteens
Transportation
$3-8 per day
Public trams and metro, walking, occasional buses for day trips
Activities
$5-20 per day
Free walking tours, public parks, church visits, occasional museum entries, self-guided exploration
Currency: CZK Czech Koruna (prices shown in USD equivalent)
Budget/Backpacker Activities in Prague
Curated experiences perfect for your budget/backpacker travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at traditional Czech pubs outside the Old Town center for typically 40-60% savings on meals
Purchase public transport day or multi-day passes instead of individual tickets for 30-50% transportation savings
Visit museums on designated free or discounted days, typically saving 50-100% on entry fees
Stay in neighborhoods like Vinohrady or Karlín instead of Old Town for 30-50% lower accommodation costs
Buy groceries and prepare some meals yourself to reduce food costs by 60-70%
Book accommodation 2-3 months in advance for typical savings of 20-40%
Take advantage of free walking tours and self-guided exploration instead of paid group tours
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Eating only in tourist areas around Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, typically paying 100-200% markup
Taking taxis everywhere instead of excellent public transport system, increasing transport costs by 300-500%
Booking last-minute accommodation during peak season, often paying 50-100% premium over advance bookings
Exchanging money at tourist exchange booths instead of ATMs, losing 5-15% to poor rates and high fees