What to pack for Prague, Czech Republic

Historic, cobbled, beer-and-castle weekends

Best time to visit

April–June and September–October

Climate

Four-season; summers 18–25°C, winters -3–3°C with snow, mild shoulder seasons

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Packing notes for Prague

  • Cobblestones everywhere — flat, comfortable shoes only.
  • Winters get genuinely cold; coat, hat, gloves December–February.
  • Smart-casual restaurants expect more than tourist shorts and t-shirts.
  • Summer afternoons can have sudden thunderstorms — pack a compact umbrella.

Must-pack for Prague

  • Comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones
  • Layers + a warm jacket for evenings
  • Compact umbrella
  • Smart-casual evening outfit

Skip these

  • Heels
  • Heavy luggage (lots of stairs in old buildings)

Local tips

  • Cash still common in smaller bars; cards work in most restaurants.
  • Tipping is 10% in restaurants.

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