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Czechia eSIM
7 data plans · from £4.10 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
7 data plans · from £4.10 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across O2, Vodafone.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Czechia: 9 plans, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 180 days. 9 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
6 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on O2, Vodafone.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle includes Czechia cover — a single-country plan is the only option here, and it is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A Czechia travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to O2, Vodafone on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Czechia plans start at £4.10 across 7 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Czechia travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Svíčková na smetaně
Marinated beef sirloin served with a rich root vegetable cream sauce, bread dumplings, cranberry sauce, and a slice of lemon.
Traditional Czech pubs and restaurants.
Vepřo knedlo zelo
The national dish consisting of roast pork, bread dumplings, and stewed cabbage or sauerkraut.
Virtually any Czech hospoda (pub).
Guláš
A thick, hearty beef or pork stew heavily spiced with paprika, typically served with sliced bread dumplings.
Pubs, perfect as an accompaniment to beer.
Smažený sýr
A thick slice of Edam or Hermelín cheese, breaded and deep-fried, usually served with fries and tartar sauce.
Casual diners, pubs, and street food stalls.
Trdelník
A sweet pastry made from rolled dough wrapped around a stick, grilled, and topped with sugar and walnut mix. (Primarily a tourist favorite).
Street stands in Prague's Old Town.
Chlebíčky
Traditional open-faced sandwiches topped with various ingredients like potato salad, ham, egg, salami, and pickles.
Delicatessens (lahůdky) and local cafes.
Kulajda
A creamy, slightly sour dill soup with mushrooms, potatoes, and a poached quail or chicken egg.
Finer Czech restaurants and traditional eateries.
Tatarák
Raw beef tartare mixed with spices and egg, served with heavily fried bread and raw garlic cloves for rubbing on the bread.
Czech pubs; often shared as an appetizer.
Koláče
A round yeast dough pastry with a sweet filling in the center, such as poppy seed, quark cheese, or fruit jam.
Bakeries across the country.
Medovník
A rich, multi-layered honey cake filled with caramel and cream, often topped with walnuts.
Cafes and pastry shops.
Prague CastlePrague
The largest ancient castle complex in the world, featuring the stunning St. Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane.
3-4 hours · book ahead
Charles BridgePrague
An iconic 14th-century stone bridge crossing the Vltava river, lined with baroque statues.
1 hour
Old Town Square & Astronomical ClockPrague
The historic heart of Prague, home to colorful architecture and the famous medieval clock that strikes on the hour.
1-2 hours
Český Krumlov CastleČeský Krumlov
A spectacular Renaissance and Baroque castle dominating a picturesque medieval town nestled in a river bend.
2-3 hours · book ahead
Sedlec Ossuary (Bone Church)Kutná Hora
A unique, slightly macabre Roman Catholic chapel artistically decorated with the bones of tens of thousands of people.
1 hour · book ahead
Karlštejn CastleKarlštejn
A large Gothic castle founded by Charles IV to safeguard the Holy Roman Empire's crown jewels.
2-3 hours · book ahead
Bohemian Switzerland National ParkHřensko
Famous for the Pravčice Sandstone Gate and dramatic gorges, offering excellent hiking and boat rides.
Full day
Punkva Caves and Macocha AbyssMoravian Karst
An impressive cave system explored partly on foot and partly by boat on an underground river.
2-3 hours · book ahead
Lednice-Valtice Cultural LandscapeLednice
An immense, exquisitely landscaped park containing romantic chateaux, often called the 'Garden of Europe.'
Half to full day
Pilsner Urquell BreweryPlzeň (Pilsen)
The birthplace of the original pilsner beer; offers comprehensive tours ending with a tasting in the historic cellars.
2 hours · book ahead
Trains
České dráhy (national carrier) and RegioJet operate frequent, reliable services connecting major towns and cities.
5-20 EUR depending on route and class
Buses
Companies like FlixBus and RegioJet connect cities and cross borders, often faster than trains for certain routes like Prague to Karlovy Vary.
5-15 EUR per trip
Public Transit (Metro, Trams, Buses)
Prague boasts a highly efficient integrated network. Tickets are time-based (e.g., 30 mins, 90 mins, 24 hours) and must be validated.
1.20-1.60 EUR for a standard ticket
Ride-hailing
Uber, Bolt, Liftago
Very popular in Prague. Liftago works with licensed taxi drivers. Uber recently became the official taxi provider for Prague Airport.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day / Restoration of the Independent Czech State | January 1 | Major closures of shops, attractions, and businesses. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Large shops closed; many people take long weekends, impacting domestic transit. |
| Liberation Day | May 8 | Large shops closed; military and commemorative events. |
| Saints Cyril and Methodius Day | July 5 | Shops remain open, but domestic travel spikes. |
| Jan Hus Day | July 6 | Usually combined with July 5 for summer holidays; heavy domestic tourism. |
| St. Wenceslas Day (Czech Statehood Day) | September 28 | Large shops (>200 sqm) are mandated to close. |
| Independent Czechoslovak State Day | October 28 | Large shops are closed. Official ceremonies in Prague. |
| Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day | November 17 | Large shops remain open, but public transport may be diverted due to large street commemorations in Prague. |
| Christmas Eve | December 24 | Most places close by early afternoon. Transport runs on limited schedules. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Large shops closed; many attractions closed. |
| St. Stephen's Day (Second Day of Christmas) | December 26 | Large shops closed; limited transit. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.