In his latest novel, The Secret of Secrets, Dan Brown (The Da Vinci Code, 2003) puts Prague in the spotlight, particularly the Four Seasons Hotel Prague, one of the central locations in the plot, along […]
The unmissable John Lennon Wall in Prague, a surprising remnant of communism
The John Lennon Wall is one of the unusual sights to see in the Czech capital. It is located in the heart of the beautiful and very authentic Malá Strana district, which is easy to […]
6 Czech restaurants in Prague and 6 great places recommended by a local so you can’t go wrong
I have been living in Prague for a very long time now, and what has surprised me most in recent years is the explosion of the local food scene and its move upmarket. Whatever the […]
The 15 tourist traps and scams that await tourists in Prague
Prague is a fabulous city that people love to return to, just like Paris or Venice. What’s more, it’s a perfectly safe city. The only risk you run is being robbed or scammed. But if […]
Kafka in Prague: 5 iconic locations
Franz Kafka (1883-1924) is inseparable from Prague. The great writer and the city are intimately linked, something I have come to realize over time. The famous German-language Czech novelist, one of the greatest authors of […]
Holešovice: Prague’s up-and-coming neighborhood
Like many Praguers, I now spend much more time in a neighborhood on the left bank called Holešovice. A contemporary artmuseum , cultural centers, restaurants, and electronic music clubs have recently made this industrial-era neighborhood […]
My 8 tips for celebrating Valentine’s Day in Prague in 2026!
Prague is an extremely romantic city! Try to book a romantic hotel or even a luxury hotel if you’re coming to Prague for Valentine’s Day—it could impress your significant other! In this article, I give […]
Trdelník or chimney cake, a Prague cake that isn’t Czech at all (but that’s okay!)
In this article, discover this pastry that has become emblematic of Prague. At the end of the page, you’ll find my tips for eating it warm on the go (and even making it yourself). Some […]
Where can you change euros in Prague at the best rate?
Avoid all the little scams and find the best exchange offices “Where do you change your euros in Prague?” (because you’ll lose out if you change them in your country). This is often the first […]
The 10 must-sees in Prague (For a successful visit!)
A summary of my tips and recommendations for a successful stay in the “city of a hundred spires”! As a journalist and writer of tourist guides to Prague, I’ve lived in the Czech capital for […]