Taxis are a popular tourists scam in Czechia. There’s a big problem with overcharging tourists absurd amounts of money for rides for which locals pay a fraction of the price. Instead, we advise using rideshare apps, which have known, controlled prices and are easy to use.
Uber is a popular option but not always available in less urban areas. In that case, you can use a local app called Liftago. The app offers driver information, rating, ride information, and a known price before ordering the ride to avoid overpaying and scams.
If you plan on traveling around the country and are not a fan of public transportation, or want the freedom to stop anytime, anywhere, renting a car could make things easier.
We recommend booking your car in advance. You do not need an international driver’s license to rent a car in the Czech Republic. Your driver’s license from your home country (make sure it’s in English), along with your passport, will work.
Google Maps application (download Android App / iOS App) is a great app to navigate while driving or walking. You can pre-download maps for offline use, saving on your cellular data plans.
Czechia has a ZERO tolerance for alcohol consumption while driving. So if you want to enjoy beer and wine along the way, avoid driving. Instead, you can either find someone else to drive, choose a different mode of transportation, or stick to nonalcoholic beer, which you’ll find in most restaurants.
Avoid awkward situations and unnecessary fines by making sure you know the different traffic signs and speed limits in the Czech Republic.
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