Mid-Range Travel Guide: Prague

Accommodation

$45-120 per night

Private rooms in boutique hotels, 3-star properties, comfortable guesthouses with private bathrooms

Food & Dining

$25-50 per day

Traditional Czech restaurants, casual dining, mix of local eateries and tourist-friendly spots, occasional beer gardens

Transportation

$8-20 per day

Public transport passes, occasional taxis, rideshares for convenience, day trip buses

Activities

$20-60 per day

Paid museum entries, guided tours, castle visits, cultural performances, river cruises

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

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