Prague Beer Tour
The Czech Republic has long standing traditions in beer production. The first brewery was opened in the 12th century and beer has been a famous Czech export ever since the 13th century. The most famous beer breweries in the country are Pizen (Pilsen) and Budejovice (Budweis).
One of Prague’s important attractions is beer- beer history, brewing, tasting and just drinking it.
Prague Brewery Tour
This tour visits three of the best breweries in the city. Those are connected to pubs and produce their own blend of beers from light pilsners to dark ales. There, you can learn about beer making, feel the traditions of this production in the city.
The trip starts at the Prague Bar in the Old Town of the city center. Then, the group moves to the New Town by tram and to the first brewery. There, visitors can taste seven different types of beer- from the strong German Weizer to cherry beer.
Next, is the famous U Fleku Beer Hall & Brewery. It is only ten minute walk from the first one. There, you can savor the unique Fleks Dark Lager.
The final brewery is the old Czech pub brewery carrying its old traditional atmosphere. Moreover, it is a very popular place among local residents.
Beer Tastings
Beer tastings are organized in many venues around the city. A popular one takes place in the Prague bar in Old Town. There, visitors can try out the seven main beers produced in the Czech Republic. The brands vary from light pilsners to dark ales, fruit beer and the famous Czech brands- Pislner Urquell and Budvar. The tastings are led by a Beer Master who teaches appreciation of the beer as well as brewing tradtions and production process.
The beer tourism in Prague is open to anybody of age between 18-80. Organizers advice responsible consumption and as much fun as possible.
Car rental companies in Prague are Auto Europe, Europcar, Abaka, Car Hire, Auto Europe and Hertz.
Prague Grand City Sightseeing Tour
Prague is one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations. The city offers a great variety of entertainment, culture, architecture and sightseeing that will captivate any visitor.
This is the most popular tour of all in the Golden City. This is a tour that encompasses all important monuments that you must see in this amazing city. An air-conditioned bus picks you up from your accommodation for the trip, which is done partly by bus and partly on foot. The trip starts at the historic center with the New Town and Wenceslas Square, Old Town and the charming Lesser Town.
Then, you go to the Old Royal Castle and the Saint Vitus Cathedral. There you can enjoy the spectacular outlook over the city and the castle complex. According to the Guinness World Records Book this is the largest coherent castle complex in the world. It includes a magnificent mixture of palaces and religious buildings that carry the mark of different architectural styles.
Next, the bus goes to the river side. The next stop is the splendid Charles Bridge. Then, the trip goes through the Jewish District and ends again in the Old Town Square. The final destination is the Old Town Square because of its convenience. From then on people can take their time to marvel at the beauties of the historic part of the city.
The guided tours take place in groups of up to 15 people in summer time and up to 10 in the winter. Every group has a separate guide that can deliver the tour in English or German, French, Russian, Spanish or Czech. The trip takes half a day and the departure time depends on the desire of the participants. The tour costs around 25 euro (32 dollars) and there are discounts for students and children.
Car rental companies that offer services in the Czech Republic as well as in Prague are Auto Europe, Europcar, Abaka, Car Hire, Auto Europe and Hertz.
Prague- The Golden City
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. The city is the biggest one in the country and has more than 1.2 million inhabitants. It is situated on the Vltava River in central Bohemia. Prague is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is one of the most visited places in Europe.
Prague’s historic importance spans beyond being the capital of the Czech Republic. It reached its highest peak when it became the seat of the Holy Roman Emperor in the 14th century. Since then date the first Gothic cathedral and university in central Europe. The city was a place of important European religious and political debates. It also had a very diverse nature- there were sizable minorities of Germans, Italians and Jews.
The city of Prague is Europe sixth most popular tourist destination after Paris, London, Rome, Madrid and Berlin. The city attracts visitors with its historic architecture. There can be seen architectural wonders of the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Art Nouveau, Cubist, and Neo-classical styles. Some of the most famous sights are the Prague Castle, Old Town, Old Town Square, New Town, Mala Strana, the Old New Synagogue, the Pisek Gate and may other.
The climate in Prague is oceanic with warm summers and cold winters. There are distinct four seasons with temperatures varying from – 20 to +35 °C. The summer and autumn are considered the best time to visit this beautiful city.
The city is served by the Ruzyne International Airport Prague. It is located 10 km west from the city and is the home airport for the Czech Airlines. There are other two small airports that also serve the city – Kbely Airport and Aero Vodochody Airport.
Car rental companies that offer services in the Czech Republic as well as in Prague are Auto Europe, Europcar, Abaka, Car Hire, Auto Europe and Hertz.
Prague
Prague is a vast city and the capital of the Czech Republic. Population is 1.3 million .
Tourists that visit the city are up to 4.1 million per year. Prague’s central area is in UNESCO’s World Heritage List
Sights
There are many things one can see in Prague. Prague was blessed not to be destroyed during the bombing of World War II, so most of its historical buildings and sights remain intact. Such sights are:
The Old Town Square and the Astronomical clock on it, the enormous Prague Castle, the greatest in the world and the most imposing may I say. The Josefon with the Old New Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery and lastly the great Lenin Wall.
Other interesting places to visit are the National Museum, the Museum of Decorative Arts, the Mucha Museum, and for something different you should visit the Prague Zoo, the Dancing House, many big cemeteries that spread all over Budapest and you must take a tour to places that have relation with Franz Kafka
Accommodation
Prague has plenty of choices on where to sleep, and many of them are very close to the center of the city.
If you consider yourself an adventurous person, and if you happen to carry a tent and your sleeping bag, then you may try looking for camping areas. Prague has many of them, so budget here is not a problem. If you are more of a classic type of traveler and you prefer to have your own space,then a bunch of hotels are here: Golden Well Hotel, Mosaic House, Czech Inn,Sir Toby’s Hostel, Miss Sophie’s, Hotel Ambassador,Dizzy Daizy Hostel Prague and many more.
So, if you are planning to visit Prague, the car rental companies are Autoeurope, Autonom, ASAP, CRC and others.