last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other Practical Information for the Czech Republic
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Luggage and Equipment to Bring
In summer, pack light clothing plus a warm layer for altitude and evenings, and in winter, very warm clothing. In between seasons, mid-season clothes will suffice. Don’t forget rain protection regardless of when you visit.
Communications
Phone
International dialing code: (00 +) 420.
Internet
Internet is widely available in the country, and many accommodations, bars, restaurants, etc., offer connections. Free Wi-Fi is also common in many places.
Post
Post offices are generally open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and in large cities, the main ones are open nearly 24/7.
Time Difference
Local time: .
The Czech Republic is on UTC+1, the same as France and its neighbors, so there’s no time difference.
Electricity
230 V (50 Hz) with "French" plugs (officially type E), which will require an adapter for North American plugs.
Opening Hours
Shops are typically open Monday to Friday from 8:00 or 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (later in large cities), plus Saturday until noon. Supermarkets and shopping centers are open 7 days a week until at least 9:00 PM.
Laundromats
Local Tourist Offices
Weights and Measures
The country uses the metric system, like France.
French Language Use
For foreign languages, English and German are widely spoken, as is Russian among older generations. French, however, is spoken by very few people.