Last year, the Czech Republic celebrated its 100th birthday, and Prague — 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 relatively inexpensive flights between San Diego 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. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.)

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Flight deals to Prague

The cheapest flights between San Diego and Prague are if you leave on Sept. 17 and return from the Czech Republic on Sept. 27. Iberia currently has roundtrip tickets for $669.

There are also deals to be had in October. If you fly out of San Diego on Oct. 7 and return from Prague on Oct. 17, British Airways can get you there and back for $670 roundtrip.

Top Prague hotels

To plan your accommodations, here are some of Prague’s top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction.

The Mosaic House (Odboru 4)

If you're looking for an all-around top recommendation, consider The Mosaic House. The hotel has a 4.9-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $110.

The Sophie's Hostel (Melounova 2)

There's also the 4.8-star rated The Sophie's Hostel, which has rooms for $16/night.

This hotel is located near the Czech National Museum, the Czech Technical University and Wenceslas Square.

The Louren Hotel (Slezska 55 Slezska 832/55)

A third option is The Louren Hotel. With a five-star rating on Skyscanner, the hotel is one of the most luxurious in the city. Rooms are currently listed for $92/night.

Local restaurant picks

Prague has plenty of top-notch dining options. Here are a few of the most popular, according to Skyscanner.

Potrefena Husa Hybernska (Dlážděná 1003/7 110 00)

Let's start with the basics: where to get a drink. For a popular option, check out the 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.  

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 club and high-end Asian fusion restaurant, a night at stylish SaSaZu is always an unforgettable experience," wrote reviewer Clare. 

U Medvídků (Na Perštýně, 345/7)

Also worth considering is U Medvídků, with 4.8 stars from eight reviews.

"Great value and authentic food," wrote Marie. 

What to see and do in Prague

Not sure what to do in Prague, besides eat and drink? Here are a few recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.

The Charles Bridge (Karlův most)

First up is The Charles Bridge. It checks in with 4.7 stars from 238 reviews.

Joining the Lesser Side with Old Town, this bridge is the best spot for viewing the Prague Castle. Thousands of people traverse this cobbled bridge every year. 

Prague Castle (Prague 11908)

Then, there's the Prague Castle, with 4.6 stars from 183 reviews.

Perhaps the most beautiful sight east of Paris, Prague Castle was the original seat of power in bohemia, the home of Czech royalty. The former royal compound is actually a series of castles, with a cathedral and several gardens and plazas at the center. 

Old Town Square (Staroměstské nám.)

Finally, consider checking out the Old Town Square. It has 4.6 stars from 206 reviews.

Aptly named for its location in the Old Town quarter of Prague, Old Town Square is the oldest and most populated square in this historic city. While there are a number of architectural styles that can be seen throughout the space, the dominating figure is the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, a massive Gothic structure completed in the 15th century. 

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