Travel Information
On this page:
• About Prague
• Prague Transportation
• Venue Information
• Practical Information
About Prague
Located in the heart of Europe, Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic ranks amongst the most impressive historical cities in the world. The city has always played an important part in the history of the nation, country and Europe. Since medieval times, Prague has been distinguished as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Prague is not only a centre of cultural movements dating back for centuries (Art from every period in history can be found here), it also exhibits a unique collection of historical monuments, dominated by Prague Castle. Charles University, founded in 1348 is one of the oldest universities in Europe.
Prague occupies both banks of the Vltava River. The following historical districts house the majority of historical landmarks, museums and galleries: the Old Town including Josefov (the Jewish Quarter, which remains intact despite WWII), New Town, Lower Town, Hradcany and Vysehrad.
Since 1992, the historical core of the city (866 hectares) has been listed in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Register as a town with a unique and lively blend of Roman, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Art Nouveau and Cubist architecture.
Prague was one of nine European cities awarded the title European City of Culture in 2000. Prague has around 1.2 million inhabitants. Since May 1st, 2004 the Czech Republic has been a member of the European Union.
For more information, please visit the following website http://www.pis.cz/en or http://www.czechtourism.com.
Prague Transportation
The public transportation is provided by the Prague Transit Company (Dopravni podnik Praha, DPP). The most recent information on Prague’s' transportation system can be found on the official website: http://www.dpp.cz/en/
Metro
The Prague Metro network consists of 3 lines designated by letters and differentiated in colour: A - green colour (Skalka station - Dejvicka station), B - yellow colour (Cerny most station - Zlicin station), C - red colour (Ladvi - Haje station), with transfers possible at Museum station (lines A and C), Mustek station (lines A and B), Florenc station (lines B and C). Metro operates daily from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Trams
Daytime operation is from 4:30 a.m. to 24:00 a.m. Night time operation is from 00:30 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. and is provided by tram numbers 51 to 58 with traffic intervals 30 minutes. The central transfer-station for night time lines is Lazarska stop. Tram schedules are located at individual stops.
Buses
The daytime and night time operation of buses is similar to tram operation. Night time service is provided by bus numbers 501 to 514. Bus schedules are located at individual stops.
Taxi
When taking a taxi, make sure the taxi is equipped with a permanently installed yellow roof lamp with the TAXI sign in black letters. The registration number, company name and price list including the base rate, rate per kilometre and one-minute-waiting rate must be displayed on both front doors of the cab. These prices must correspond with the prices set on the meter in the cab. Customers are recommended to order a taxi with non-stop dispatching offices where the information on fares is available in advance.
Prague City Transport Fares
Travelling by city transport is possible with a valid ticket only. Passengers have to obtain their tickets before boarding the vehicle or entering the Metro system. The ticket is valid only if marked in the validation appliance.
Fares
Transfer ticket 26,- Kc (discounted children 6 to 15 - 13,- Kc)
Non transfer ticket 18,- Kc (discounted children 6 to 15 - 9,- Kc)
The ticket is valid for 75 minutes after marking. During off-peak hours, i.e. 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on working days and all day Saturdays and Sundays ticket validity is lengthened to 90minutes.
In trams and buses a non transfer ticket is valid for 20 minutes after marking and does not allow changing of lines. In the underground the nontransfer ticket is valid for 5 stations after marking (excluding the starting station) and allows transfers between the underground lines. Time validity of the non transfer ticket in the underground is limited to 30 minutes.
non transfer tickets are not valid on night trams and buses and for the Petrin Funicular.
The prices may be increased during the year.
Ticket Inspection
The validity of tickets can be checked by the ticket inspectors of Dopravni podnik at any time during travel or stay in the Metro system. The ticket inspector is entitled to ask the passenger to produce his or her valid ticket, to confiscate invalid tickets, and to collect a penalty (1000 Kc, if paid at once 500 Kc) in case of travel without a valid ticket. In case of unpaid freight the inspector collects a penalty 50 Kc. To prove their identity, inspectors produce yellow-and-red badges. They issue receipts for the penalty amounts.
Venue Information
Clarion Congress Hotel Prague (www.cchp.cz), the first MICE specialised hotel in Prague opened in March 2008. Conference facilities with total space of 4000 m2 divided into 23 flexible function rooms and halls will serve for up to 2500 delegates.
• 2500 delegates can meet in the function rooms
• 700 seats in the Brasserie
• 200 seats in the Restaurants Tvrz and Gourmet
• 630 parking lots in the underground garages
• 560 de Luxe rooms and suites
• 4000 m˛ of congress-, conference-, banquet- and exhibition spaces totaling 23 rooms with the state-of-the-art technology
Accommodation
Clarion Congress Hotel Prague presents the contemporary trends in a hotel design.
All rooms respect the comfort and the individual approach to all our clients Clarion embodies. The exquisite appearance of the hotel is also reflected in the rooms furnishing. The pure line of the hotel interior design copies the highest standard of the Clarion brand. You can also rely on the top service. Our hotel offers 535 de Luxe rooms and 25 luxury suites. Our guests can also enjoy their stay in standard and executive rooms as well as suites.
Standard rooms have en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, TV with satellite and PAY TV, high speed Internet connection, telephone with direct dial function, safe and trouser press. Mini bar and coffee machine are present as a matter of course.
Executive rooms also offer express check-in and check-out, welcome drink, fresh fruit and mineral water and free of charge access to the wellness centre. Apart from the privacy served to the guests staying in these rooms, the Club Lounge offers soft drinks and refreshments during the day, as well as local and foreign newspapers.
How to get there
From the airport
• By taxi
Use the TAXI AAA, their information desk is located in the arrival hall. The approximate cost should be around EUR 35 (CZK 800).
• By public transportation
From the Airport take the Bus No. 100 (direction “Zlicin”), get off the bus at the last stop “Zlicin” and change to the subway - Line B (direction “Cerny Most”), get off the train at the stop “Vysocanska”. The venue is located at the station “Vysocanska“.
From the Main railway station (Hlavni nadrazi)
Go to the subway station – Line C (follow the signs METRO) and take the train (direction “Ladvi”) get off the train at the first stop (interchange station) “Florenc” to change to Line B. Once on the Line B, take the train direction “Cerny Most”, get off the train at the stop “Vysocanska”. The venue is located at the station “Vysocanska”.
From the Nadrazi Holesovice
Go to he subway station – Line C (follow the signs METRO) and take the train (direction “Haje”) get off the train at the second stop (interchange station) “Florenc” to change to Line B. Once on the Line B, take the train direction “Cerny Most”, get off the train at the stop “Vysocanska”. The venue is located at the station “Vysocanska”.
Practical Information
Credit cards / Cash machines
Credit cards are widely accepted in Prague by numerous hotels, restaurants, shops and petrol stations. If and which credit cards are accepted is indicated by the logos displayed on the exterior facade of the respective business (usually on the entrance door). Cash machines are generally available in most areas.
Currency/Exchange
The Czech currency is called the Czech crown (1 crown = 100 halers). In circulation is in the form of banknotes of the following value: 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 200, 100 and 50 crowns and coins of the following value: 50, 20, 10, 5, 2, 1 crowns. Exchange offices are located all around the city centre (exchange offices, banks, post offices).
All rates given in the program are in EUROS (€). Current exchange rate can be found on:
http://www.cnb.cz/en/financial_markets/foreign_exchange_market/exchange_rate_fixing/daily.jsp
Electricity
Electricity used in Czech Republic is 220 Volts; standard European system of round pins with two holes. Plan to bring a transformer for your electrical or electronic equipment using different voltage (ie. USA, Canada).
Healthcare
The medical assistance is provided within high European standards. In Prague there are 11 hospitals (including a psychiatric clinic and rehabilitation centre) treating patients with qualified and professional medical aid. We strongly recommend to arrange travel insurance before leaving your country.
Insurance and Liability
The Organizers will accept no liability for personal injuries sustained by or for loss or damage to property belonging to Conference participants, either during or as a result of the Congress or during all tours and events. Participants are strongly recommended to seek insurance coverage for health and accident, lost luggage and trip cancellation.
Passports and Visas
Every person entering Czech Republic should be in possession of a valid passport. Some countries require a visa. Please contact your nearest Czech Embassy or Consulate for further information or visit the website of Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs at http://www.mzv.eu.
Safety
Prague is among the most popular destinations in the world. Statistics show that when compared to other major European cities like Paris, Rome or Madrid the rate of crime is much lower in Prague. A night walk around the city is relatively safe but, of course, like in all other big cities we recommend handling your personal belongings with utmost care.
Temperature
Prague is a city with a mixture of oceanic and continental weather; average September temperature is 20 degrees C.
Time difference
The Czech Republic is in Central European Time Zone. Central European Time (CET) is 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+1). After last Sunday in March the time in the Czech Republic is shifted back by 1 hour to Central European Time and this lasts until the end of September
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