Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Toilets
Public toilets are free in state-run museums, galleries and concert halls. Else-
where, such as in train, bus and metro stations, public toilets are staffed by at-
tendants who charge 5Kč to 10Kč. Men's are marked
muži
or
páni
, and wo-
men's
ženy
or
dámy
. In the main tourist areas, there are public toilets in
Prague Castle; opposite the tram stop on Malostranské náměstí; next to the
Goltz-Kinský Palace on Old Town Square; on Templova, just off Celetná close
to the Powder Gate; on Uhelný trh in the Old Town; and next to the Laterna
Magika on Národní třída.
Tourist Information
In Prague, Prague Welcome is the official provider of tourist information. It has
good maps and detailed brochures, with most of the material available for
free. There are several Prague Welcome offices around town, including:
Staroměstské náměstí 5; 9am-7pm; Staroměstská)
Has maps and detailed bro-
chures (including accommodation options and historical monuments), all free.
Also sells public transport tickets and provides information on guided tours.
Prague Welcome
(
Tower, Mostecká ;
10am-6pm Apr-Oct;
12, 20, 22)
Prague Welcome
(
Město;
10am-7pm Mon-Sat;
Můstek)
Overseas Offices
The official travel promotion bureau for the Czech Republic is Czech Tourism
tries. Check the website for contact information.
Travellers With Disabilities
Prague and the Czech Republic are generally behind the curve when it comes
to catering to the needs of the disabled. Cobblestones and high curbs present
