Public transport in Prague is well organized, efficient and very easy
to use. The Prague underground is comprised of 3 lines and 41 stops
and is a very efficient means of transport. The operating hours are
from 05.00 until midnight. The tram is also a convenient mode of
transport for sightseeing and it operates until after midnight. The
bus system operates widely in areas that are not covered by the tram
and in suburban areas, where some lines run till after midnight. If
don't want to spend all your time getting to places or spend all your
money on expensive taxi fares there is an option: buy a 24-hour or
72-hour transport pass from the Prague Transport Authority offices at
underground stations or in the arrivals hall at the airport. Or try
SMS ticket: You don't need to buy classic paper tickets while using
public transport in Prague. All you have to do is text from your
mobile. Send an SMS to 90206 with subject DPT. Wait a few seconds -
sometimes it can take up to one minute - and your ticket will arrive
(subject to your mobile credit balance). When you meet a controller,
you just show him your display with your ticket number. Price is the
same as ordinary paper tickets, 32 CZK, and is valid for 90 minutes.
On foot: A very enjoyable way to see Prague, but with steep hills,
cobbled streets and tramlines, you must wear comfortable shoes. Be
careful when crossing as some drivers tend to ignore crossings without
lights. Also trams travel quite fast and may come upon you with little
warning. Beware: Pickpockets operate on the public
transport (especially trams 22 and 23) and in crowded tourist areas
like the castle or the Astronomical Clock. Did you know? When using
public transport in Prague you are expected to give up your seat for
the elderly and disabled.
