Prague Digital Nomad Guide - Tips & Local Information
BUSINESS
| Topic |
Details |
| 💻 Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads |
Trade License (Živnostenský list) with 'Flat Tax' (Paušální daň) starts at ~7,500 CZK/month covering tax, health, and social |
| 🏠 Property Transaction Tax |
0% (Abolished in 2020) |
| 🏢 Studio Purchase Price (City Center) |
Approx. 180,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 30 m² = 5,400,000 CZK) |
| 🏢 Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) |
Approx. 130,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 30 m² = 3,900,000 CZK) |
| 🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) |
Approx. 170,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 50 m² = 8,500,000 CZK) |
| 🏠 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) |
Approx. 120,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 50 m² = 6,000,000 CZK) |
| 🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) |
Approx. 160,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 12,000,000 CZK) |
| 🏡 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) |
Approx. 115,000 CZK per m² (e.g., 75 m² = 8,625,000 CZK) |
| 💼 Corporate Tax |
21% (Effective 2024) |
| 💵 Dividend Withholding Tax |
15% |
| 🏦 Tax System |
Worldwide income for residents, 183-day rule |
| 📈 Highest Income Tax Bracket |
23% (on income exceeding 36x average wage) |
| 🧾 VAT |
21% standard; 12% reduced rate |
| 🌐 Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules |
Yes, EU-compliant rules in place |
| 🏠 Property Tax |
Yes, calculated based on area and location (generally low compared to WE) |
ESSENTIALS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏙️ City |
Prague, Hlavní město Praha, Czech Republic |
| 👥 Population |
1,350,000 |
| 💻 Internet Speed |
Average 100-250 Mbps (Fiber widely available) |
| 💸 Currency & Banking |
Czech Koruna (CZK). 1 EUR ≈ 25.30 CZK, 1 USD ≈ 23.40 CZK |
| 🚰 Tap Water |
Safe and drinkable; high mineral quality |
| 🔌 Power |
230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/E sockets |
| 📶 SIM Card |
O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone (500-800 CZK for 10-20GB) |
| 💳 Banking for Expats |
Raiffeisenbank, Česká spořitelna, Revolut, Air Bank |
| 🛌 Accommodation |
Sreality.cz, Bezrealitky.cz, Flatio, Airbnb |
| 💳 Cashless Friendly |
Yes, contactless payment is standard everywhere except small rural pubs |
| 🏠 Short Term Rentals |
Flatio (specialized for nomads), Airbnb, The Fizz |
| 🛏️ Budget Accommodation |
Hostel One Prague, Sophie's Hostel (~500 CZK/night) |
| 🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Tourists |
Staré Město (Old Town), Malá Strana |
| 🏙️ Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads |
Vinohrady (Prague 2) and Letná (Prague 7) |
WORKING AND NETWORKING
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏢 Best Coworking Space |
Impact Hub Prague (Drtinova 10), WeWork (Národní 135) |
| ☕ Best Cafe for Work |
Café Du Monde (Vinohrady), EMA Espresso Bar (Florence), Kavárna co hledá jméno |
| 💼 Networking Events |
StartupBeer Prague, Prague Entrepreneurs Meetup |
| 🥂 Social Events for Expats |
Expats.cz community events, Internations Prague Chapter |
TRANSPORTATION
| Topic |
Details |
| 🚕 Best Taxi/Ride App |
Bolt, Uber, Liftago |
| 🚲 Bike/Scooter Rental |
Rekola (pink bikes), Nextbike, Lime |
| 🏖️ Best Beach Nearby |
Žluté lázně (Riverside beach club), Lhota Lake (45 mins drive) |
| ✈️ Top Regional Airline |
Smartwings |
| ✈️ Top International Airline |
Czech Airlines (CSA), Ryanair, Lufthansa |
| 🛣️ Highway Access |
D1 (Brno), D5 (Munich), D8 (Dresden) |
| 🚉 Main Train/Transit Hub |
Praha hlavní nádraží (Main Station) |
| 🚍 Public Transport Passes |
Lítačka card (550 CZK/month for unlimited Metro, Tram, Bus) |
| ✈️ Regional Travel |
RegioJet and Leo Express trains to Vienna, Berlin, Budapest |
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🏥 Best Hospital |
Nemocnice na Homolce (Expats center), Motol University Hospital |
| 🧘 Yoga & Wellness Centers |
Yoga Movement (Smíchov), Prague Yoga Collective (Letná) |
| 🏋️ Gyms & Fitness Centers |
Form Factory (multiple locations), John Reed Fitness |
| 🧺 Laundry Services |
Laundryland Prague, Andy's Laundromat (Korunní 14) |
FOOD AND DRINK
| Topic |
Details |
| 📱 Best Food Delivery App |
Wolt, Foodora |
| 🍽️ Best Local Dish to Try |
Svíčková na smetaně, Guláš with dumplings |
| 🍱 Vegan/Vegetarian Options |
Chutnej (Vinohrady), Palo Verde Bistro, Loving Hut |
| 🍫 Best Dessert Spots |
Cukrář Skála (V Celnici), Angelato (Ice cream) |
| 🛒 Affordable Shopping Spots |
Lidl, Penny Market, Albert |
| 🛒 E-commerce/Online Store |
Alza.cz, Mall.cz, Rohlik.cz |
| 🛒 Grocery Delivery |
Rohlik.cz, Košík.cz |
| 🍸 Bar/Nightlife Area |
Dlouhá Street (Nightlife), Vinohrady (Wine bars) |
| 🍻 Local Brewery |
Pivovar Národní, Vinohradský Pivovar |
| 🍷 Wine Bars |
Veltlin (Karlín), Vinotéka Noelka |
| 🍲 Street Food Stalls |
Manifesto Market (Anděl/Florence) |
| 🍕 Popular International Cuisine |
Sansho (Asian fusion), Las Adelitas (Mexican) |
CULTURE AND ATTRACTIONS
| Topic |
Details |
| 🎟️ Must-See Landmarks |
Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Old Town Square |
| 🏛️ Museums & Art Venues |
National Museum, DOX Centre for Contemporary Art |
| 🏰 Historical Sites |
Vyšehrad Fortress, Jewish Quarter (Josefov) |
| 🕍 Religious Sites |
St. Vitus Cathedral, Loreto |
| 🎉 Annual Events |
Prague Spring International Music Festival, Signal Festival (Light art) |
| 🎨 Cultural Districts |
Karlín (Industrial cool), Letná (Artistic) |
| 🎭 Theater Venues |
National Theatre (Národní Divadlo), Estates Theatre |
| 🛍️ Local Markets |
Náplavka Farmers Market (Saturdays), Jiřího z Poděbrad Market |
| 🎼 Music Scene |
Lucerna Music Bar, MeetFactory, Jazz Dock |
| 🎨 Street Art |
Lennon Wall (Malá Strana), Tesla Mural (Dejvice) |
| 🧑🍳 Cooking Classes |
Ola Kala (Vinohrady), Chefparade |
| 👩🎨 Art Galleries |
Leila Antakly, Hunt Kastner |
| 🕰️ Historic Buildings |
Municipal House (Obecní dům), Dancing House |
| 🏴 Local Heritage |
Bohemian glass blowing, Puppetry tradition |
NATURE AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
| Topic |
Details |
| 🌅 Nearby Nature Escapes |
Divoká Šárka, Průhonice Park |
| 🏞️ National Parks Nearby |
Bohemian Switzerland (České Švýcarsko) - 1.5 hours |
| 🚲 Cycling/Walking Paths |
Vltava River path (A2 route), Stromovka Park |
| 🌄 Scenic Viewpoints |
Petřín Lookout Tower, Riegrovy Sady (Sunset spot) |
| 🦉 Birdwatching Locations |
Troja Basin Vltava islands |
| 🔥 Bonfire-Friendly Spots |
Stromovka (designated public BBQ/fire pits) |
OTHER SERVICES AND AMENITIES
| Topic |
Details |
| 📦 Parcel Delivery Service |
Zásilkovna (Pickup points), PPL, Czech Post |
| 🛠️ Tech Repair Services |
iOpravna (Apple certified), PC Express |
| 🏓 Table Tennis Spots |
Palác Akropolis, Various tables in Riegrovy Sady |
| 🧑🏫 Language Classes |
Czech Courses (Vinohradská), CZLT |
| 📚 Libraries & Study Spots |
National Library of Technology (NTK) in Dejvice |
| 🏘️ Community Centers |
Skautský institut (Old Town Square) |
| 🕹️ Gaming Lounges |
SkillZone (Letná) |
| 🎰 Casino & Gaming Halls |
Casino Ambassador, Rebuy Stars Savarin |
🧭 CONTINUE EXPLORING PRAGUE