Last year, the Czech Republic celebrated its 100th birthday, and the country's capital city was named one of 2018's top destinations by the New York Times.
Bisected by the Vltava River, “the City of a Hundred Spires" is known for its Old Town Square, colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and its medieval Astronomical Clock, which gives an animated hourly show. Besides the stunning architecture, there are also enough local libations and delightful dishes to appease any traveler.
Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively-inexpensive flights between Sacramento and Prague. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind.
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Cheapest Prague flights
Currently, the cheapest flights between Sacramento and Prague are if you leave on Feb. 11 and return from the Czech Republic on Feb. 18. Lufthansa currently has roundtrip, nonstop tickets for $926.
Lufthansa also has tickets at that price point later in February. If you fly out of Sacramento on Feb. 27 and return from Prague on March 6, Lufthansa can get you there and back for $613 roundtrip.
Top Prague hotels
To plan your stay, here are some of Prague’s top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction.
The Louren Hotel (Slezska 55 Slezska 832/55)
Check out the five-star rated Louren Hotel, which has rooms for $92/night.
The Sophie's Hostel (Melounova 2)
Another option is Sophie's Hostel. The 4.8-star hotel has rooms for $16/night. This spot is located in Prague, and the Czech National Museum, Czech Technical University, and Wenceslas Square are area attractions.
Top picks for dining and drinking
If you're looking for a popular spot to grab a bite, Prague has plenty of excellent eateries to choose from. Here are a few from Skyscanner's listings to help you get started.
Potrefena Husa Hybernska (Dlážděná 1003/7 110)
First things first: where to get a drink. For a popular option, check out Potrefena Husa Hybernska, which has an average of five stars out of seven reviews on Skyscanner.
"This restaurant is great especially for students, backpackers and budget travelers," wrote visitor Emily. "When I was studying in Prague this was often the restaurant of choice for my friends and I. The restaurant ambiance is cozy, especially in Winter. They serve up cheap and hearty traditional Czech food for a very reasonable price!"
SaSaZu (Bubenske Nabrezi 306)
If you're looking for a local favorite restaurant pick, head to SaSaZu, with 4.9 stars from seven reviews.
"Both a club and a high-end Asian fusion restaurant, a night at stylish SaSaZu is always an unforgettable experience," wrote reviewer Clare. "Food is inspired by dishes from Vietnam, Cambodia and Indonesia, and after dinner the party gets started around 10 p.m. and continues until the small hours, with big-name acts and DJs playing here regularly."
What to see and do in Prague
To round out your trip, Prague offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are some top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.
The Charles Bridge (Karlův most)
First up is The Charles Bridge.
Joining the Lesser Side with Old Town, the Charles bridge is famously the best spot for viewing the Prague Castle. Find street performers, salesmen, and a pleasant view of the city and Prague Castle from this iconic eastern European landmark.
One Club Prague (Melantrichova 504/5)
Then, there's One Club Prague. Enjoy a full daily program, quality sound system and a superb line up of DJs every night. Guests can expect some of the best table booths in Prague (bottle service), adjustable tables for any group size, top security, and friendly and respectable staff members.
"Great club, probably the best club in Prague," wrote visitor Martin. "The music is insane, and fits a lot of people."
Novy Svet (Nový Svět 118 00 Praha, 1)
Lastly, spend some time at Novy Svet.
"Nový svět (New world) is a very picturesque little part of the Hradčany quarter," wrote visitor Petr. "It's just northwest of the castle and it's very quiet. ... It's a little piece of authentic old Prague without all the tourists. The atmosphere is great."
