Moravian fields, CzechiaVideo: Danny Rest, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Find your Bliss in Czechia
Czechia, made simple: fairytale towns, great beer and a capital that looks like a storybook
Czechia, also called the Czech Republic, sits at the heart of Europe: a country of castles on every other hill, a capital of spires and cobbled lanes, spa towns, wine villages in the south and sandstone forests in the north. It is easy and safe for most visitors, but a different currency, taxi traps and transport tickets still catch people out. This guide takes the guesswork out so you travel with confidence.
Your trip, step by step
- Before you flySchengen entry, the new EU border checks, seasons and safety, answered
- LandingPrague airport, the bus to the metro, koruna and your first night, explained
- Your days in CzechiaCastles, pubs, spa towns and trains, planned with care
- Home againDeparture tips so the last day is calm too
Where to go, eat and stay
- Plain answersClear, honest guidance on the questions first-timers actually ask.
- Official sourcesEntry, health and safety facts point you to the official pages to confirm.
- No price surprisesWe explain koruna, card payments, exchange traps, taxis and tipping so costs never catch you off guard.
- Free to useEvery guide and the trip planner are free.
Our promise
Czechia should feel like a fairytale, not a worry. We answer the questions about entry, money, tickets, taxis and safety before they start, so you arrive confident and ready to find your Bliss.
Coming back from Chicago, Toronto, Vienna or London to see grandparents in a Moravian village, or tracing family names in old parish records? This guide was written with you in mind too.
How to use this guide
Four steps from first idea to a trip that feels easy.
- Choose your CzechiaCity breaks, castles, spa towns, wine country or hiking: start with the destinations that fit you.
- Sort the essentialsSchengen entry rules, the right season and current travel advice, checked against official sources.
- Pick your placesUse our places to visit list for pubs, cafés, museums, markets and stays across the country.
- Plan your routeUse the free trip planner to link Prague, Kutná Hora, Český Krumlov, Brno and the spa towns by train at a relaxed pace.
Everything your Czechia trip needs
Free tools and guides for every stage of the journey.
Destinations
Prague, Český Krumlov, Brno and South Moravia, Karlovy Vary and Kutná Hora, each explained in depth.
Explore destinationsPlaces to visit
More than a hundred pubs, cafés, castles, museums, markets, hikes and stays, from classics to hidden corners.
See places to visitFlights and stays
Search flights into Prague and Brno and stays in every region.
Plan travelPlaces finder
Restaurants, sights and stays mapped around each base.
Find placesFree trip planner
Tell us your dates and interests and build a route that fits.
Plan your trip
The classic Czechia trip
Prague, the bone church, a castle town and the spa country
Most first trips give Prague three or four nights for the castle, Charles Bridge, the Old Town and the beer halls, with a day trip by train to Kutná Hora and its chapel of bones. Then a bus or train takes you south to Český Krumlov, a castle town wrapped in a loop of the Vltava river, or west to the colonnades of Karlovy Vary. With more time, head east to Brno for a younger city feel and the vineyards and chateaux of South Moravia. A week covers the classics; ten to twelve days adds Moravia at an easy pace.
- Prague Castle and Charles Bridge at sunrise
- The Sedlec Ossuary and St Barbara's Church in Kutná Hora
- Český Krumlov castle above the river bend
- Wine cellars and chateaux around Mikulov and Lednice
Start with the destinations
See how the capital, the castle towns, the spa towns and Moravia fit together.
Czechia destinationsPlan with confidence
Your route, without the worry
Czechia rewards a little preparation: entry rules checked for your passport, a card that charges in koruna, valid transport tickets, a taxi app instead of street cabs in Prague, and train seats booked ahead on summer weekends. Our free planner helps you shape it.
- Realistic train and bus times between towns
- The right season for Christmas markets, spa breaks or hiking
- Where to base yourself outside Prague
Where to go in Czechia
From the spires of Prague and the river bend of Český Krumlov to the colonnades of Karlovy Vary, the silver town of Kutná Hora and the wine cellars of South Moravia.
Prague
Prague
A city of spires, cobbled lanes and beer halls, with a castle above the river and lively neighbourhoods beyond the Old Town.
Read the guidePhoto: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
South Bohemia
Český Krumlov
A UNESCO listed castle town wrapped in a loop of the Vltava, with red roofs, riverside pubs and summer rafting.
Read the guidePhoto: Jakub Hałun, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
South Moravia
Brno and South Moravia
Czechia's relaxed second city, then rolling vineyards, cellar lanes and grand chateaux near the Austrian border.
Read the guidePhoto: Henry Kellner, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Karlovy Vary Region
Karlovy Vary
A grand spa town of hot springs, ornate colonnades and pastel hotels in a wooded river valley in West Bohemia.
Read the guidePhoto: rboed*, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Central Bohemia
Kutná Hora
A medieval silver town with a chapel decorated in human bones and one of Europe's great Gothic cathedrals.
Read the guidePhoto: Jerzy Strzelecki, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
A note from our founder
A note from our founder
My first time visiting Kenya, I was genuinely surprised with how fast it began feeling like home. The people are so friendly, the food is delicious and familiar, and the accommodations are modern and upscale.
During my travels throughout the continent, I commonly hear tourists share stories about being scammed or taken advantage of, which is both frustrating and disheartening.
Living in Kenya for the last 2 years, I have had the great fortune to meet a network of wonderful Kenyans who have continuously help guide my family's journey. Their shared knowledge has not only greatly enhanced our overall experience here, but it has also saved us tons of time, energy, and resources.
With BlissPoint Travel, my hope is to build a global community that is willing to share useful, uncommon knowledge so that we can all blissfully enjoy the wonders our world has to offer.
Questions we hear most
Is Czechia safe to visit?
Yes, Czechia is one of the safer countries in Europe, with low violent crime. The main risks for visitors are pickpockets in crowded Prague spots, dishonest exchange booths and overcharging taxis, so read your own government's travel advice and keep valuables close.
Is Czechia the same as the Czech Republic?
Yes. Czechia is the official short name, adopted in 2016, and the Czech Republic is the full name. Both are correct and you will see both on signs, maps and official sites.
Do I need a visa for Czechia?
Czechia is in the EU and the Schengen Area, so the Schengen rules apply. Many passports can visit visa free for short stays, others need a Schengen visa. Check your passport on the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs site before you book.
Does Czechia use the euro?
No. The currency is the Czech koruna, also called the crown. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, but always choose to pay in koruna when a card machine asks, and avoid street exchange booths.
How many days do I need in Czechia?
Three or four days covers Prague and a day trip. A week adds Český Krumlov or Karlovy Vary, and ten to twelve days lets you see Brno and South Moravia too.
Is English widely spoken?
In Prague, hotels, restaurants and attractions almost always speak English. In smaller towns older people may speak more German or Russian than English, so a few Czech words like dobrý den and děkuji go a long way.
Ready to find your Bliss in Czechia?
Use the free trip planner to shape your days, or send us a question through the contact page.