Originally Posted by Canarsie
Thank you for an excellent trip report, dhammer53.
I will be in Prague for the day on November 16. The weather forecast calls for a 40% chance of showers, with temperatures ranging from 32°F to 42°F for the day.
What would be the best activities to do in Prague on a cold, rainy day? What would be the best way to maximize my day in Prague? What about transportation?
I never even knew about the Terezin Concentration Camp. Should I attempt a day trip there, or should I remain in Prague?
If I remain in Prague, are there any restaurant recommendations where one can get good food at a reasonable price? I am not looking for fancy and expensive nor mediocre and cheap. What about food recommendations? Are there any descriptions pertaining to such foods as goulash, roast goose or any other food that is a specialty of the Czech Republic?
All suggestions will be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
My four grandparents were born in Praha and Kutna Hora (hate to admit it, but there are better places to visit than Kutna Hora, although I was moved).
My advice for one day is to simply wander around the city. Bundle up and enjoy the walk with an amazing new sight at every turn.
The national Czech dish is pork, dumplings and sauerkraut. When I first visited Prague with my wife and children, we checked all the menus outside the restaurants. It seemed too good to be true! But it was!!! I remember we had an excellent meal: soup, a main course, dessert, wine, coffee and beer, all served by waiters in tuxedos. I'm thinking to myself, what if we misinterpreted the menu? Will we be washing dishes? To my relief, the bill came to about $4 a person. I know prices are higher now, but still a great deal. I would suggest checking menus as you walk and go with your instinct. Even if it is isn't the best, my guess is that you will fall in love with Prague and plan a return in the near future!