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The land of ancient cities dating back to time immemorial and fairytale castles that could belong in a Disney theme park (except they’re the real deal), Europe will certainly be on the radar of every culture hungry American this fall.
Not only will prices drop significantly as hotels and tourist experiences become cheaper to book, crowds will also be smaller, making it the perfect season to visit one of the continent’s most charming and historically charged cities, especially if you can get there. without any problems.
Americans can do that until October 5 fly non-stop to beautiful Prague for just $631 one way:
Delta Air Lines flights to Prague, Czech Republic
During late summer and early spring 2024, Delta Air Lines will offer daily flights from New York (JFK), one of its largest hubs, to Prague (PRG), making it easier for US citizens to visit the capital and largest city of the Central European country the Czech Republic.
Customers can choose between the Main Cabin, where the cheapest airfare of $631 applies, Delta Comfort, from $1,370 on select dates, and Delta One, where a seat can set you back $8,637, with all the luxury benefits you’d expect of a first-class institution.
Outgoing departure is planned 8:45 PMarriving in Prague the next day 10:55 am; return home to New YorkTakeoff is scheduled for 12:55 PM and landing at JFK on the same calendar date, local time at 4:29 PM.
Deltas will be the only direct flights between the United States and Prague this fall: in other seasons, Americans flying to the Czech capital must connect to a larger European transit hub, such as Frankfurt in Germany or Vienna in Austria.
Prague in autumn looks almost too beautiful to be real
Prague is almost like a medieval dreamland too beautiful to be real, with its hundreds of church towers, hilltop castle and picturesque riverbank.
Although not nearly as popular as Paris or London, tourist giants in their own right, Prague is not an unusual destination either: according to data from the Czech Statistical OfficeIn 2023 there were 7.4 million guests.
Tourists often go to Prague for it well-preserved medieval coreone of the most visited in Europe: centered around the Old Town Square, it is a maze of cobbled streets lined with colorful Baroque facades and many older medieval structures that have stood the test of time.
Among them, the astronomical clock, built as early as 1410, attracts a crowd thanks to the mechanical figures that appear every hour for an animated show. The monumental Church of Our Lady before Týn, with a series of twin towers piercing the Prague skyline, also draws crowds.
The Charles Bridge is nearby zebra crossing flanked by statues of saints Spanning the Vltava River for 622 years, and perched on a prominent hill in the heart of it all, Prague Castle is the (literal) icing on the cake:
It is the largest castle complex in the world and covers an area of almost 70,000 m².
Architectural gems from the Middle Ages to modern times
Inside you will find not only the series of imposing original fortifications, but also an equally large collection of civil and ecclesiastical buildings with varying architectural features, from Romanesque to Gothic to Renaissance.
That of Prague architectural wonders extended well into modern times.
An example of this is the Dancing House, introduced in 1996, when the Czech Republic was in the process of transitioning from a socialist-oriented country to a Western democracy.
The strange shape is said to mimic on-screen lovebirds Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. According to art lovers, the static elements can symbolize those of the Czech Republic rich past and traditionwhile the dynamic half is meant to encapsulate a not-so-rigid future.
Not far from the Instagrammable Dancing House is Malá Strana, a hidden gem in Prague worth discovering if you want to beat the tour groups and see the city from a more local perspective:
A hilly district opposite the Old Town is filled with pedestrian streets that become impossibly narrow the further you go, and casual restaurants serving traditional Czech cuisine at reasonable prices.
The tree-lined Kampa River is incredibly quiet to walkand if you’re into urban art, be sure to stop by the John Lennon Wall, where artists have been scribbling Beatles lyrics and making political statements since the 1980s.
If you want to relax: Wallenstein Garden is a green oasis attached to a stately palace that tourists rarely realize is there: hidden in plain sight A 9-minute walk from the wall, peacocks roam freely among the intricate floral patterns.
Prague is an affordable cultural escape this fall
Aside from the secret gardens and charming streets leading to hidden, flower-filled patios, we love Prague for the unique experiences it offers, usually at affordable prices.
For example, you can use a medieval five-course dinner with unlimited drinks in the Old Town for just $63.76 – including swordsmen, jugglers and belly dancers – or a 3 hour canoe trip visiting all the main sights on the Vltava River from $40.17.
Prague is also known for its abundance of cheap eats, with quirky-sounding Sand Man’s Tongue Bar & Bistro serving hefty beef burgers for $13.37, and PAPRIKA Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar offering a wide range of bite-sized southern European delicacies. between $4 and $11.
However, if you come to Prague, you might as well try some of their traditional dishes.
We know that beef goulash is not to everyone’s taste, let alone pork dumplings and their associated products sauerkrautbut if you want to get acquainted with Slavic cuisine without taxing your taste buds too much, we can recommend the tourist-friendly Restaurace Mlejnice.
It’s not one of the oldest and most storied locations in the city, but it is near the Old Town Square.
The atmosphere is incredibly cozy, and food and drinks are reasonably pricedgiven its privileged location.
How much do hotels cost in the center of Prague?
Looking for a place to stay during your autumn holiday to Prague?
The 4 stars Hotel Askaniawithin walking distance of the Old Town sights, including Old Town Square, costs a surprisingly cheap $70 per night to book, while Hotel Malá Strana, on the other side of the Vltava, costs from $90, including breakfast.
If you’re on a budget, the gold star Prague Dream Hostel will only cost you $41 per nightand for an extra $14 you can enjoy a continental or buffet breakfast – oh, did we mention Old Town is only a 16-minute walk away?
For all you big spenders out there, you’ll be happy to hear that luxury living in Prague isn’t nearly as expensive as Parisian or Milanese:
Overnight stays in luxury Mamaison Hotel Riverside Prague cost only $135and if you feel extra Spark plug, you can get a Superior room in the Three storks for $180––and all rooms offer views over Prague’s iconic red-tiled roofs.
This is the last fall season that Americans can fly to Prague without any requirements
Starting in the fall of 2025, all Americans will be required to obtain an entry permit before visiting the Czech Republic and all other members of the European Union and/or the Schengen Area.
Next season they can mainly fly to Prague without requirementsmaking it the perfect time to visit while no additional checks are yet being carried out.
US citizens can stay in the Schengen area, which also includes the Czech Republic, for a total of 90 days out of a 180-day period.
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