10 things to do for free in Prague
Prague has cashed in on its reputation for the student and budget-conscious traveller. Here are 10 ways to save your money on a trip to the Czech capital
1. Take a free tour
2. Take a hike
A 30 minute hop on the metro green line and you’ll find yourself amidst waterfalls, creeks and small canyons in the natural park of Dikova Sarka. The park is full of romantic walking trails by trickling streams and jagged rock faces. For the more adventurous, abseiling and climbing are options, as well as hiking to the top of the hills for spectacular views of the valley.
3. Wander the markets
Havelske Trziste, an open-air market in Mĕsto Square, is a wondrous blend of scrumptious sights and smells. Local, fresh, home-made produce, colourful flowers and the usual tourist-tat line the streets. To get the most authentic feel from the busy market, shuffle through the people on a weekday, when seasonal foods (rather than toys, puppets and souvenirs) are mouth-wateringly displayed on the stalls.
Prague flea market is held on the river embankment every Saturday from April through the summer. Usually, the market only attracts locals but makes for a good stroll, filled with curios items, along the river when the weather is nice. Don’t expect to pick up any unexpected bargains whilst browsing the flea market, as it’s well known for being ridiculously overpriced.