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Czechia travel guide for backpackers

Czechia: quick facts, a map and notes from my own trips in 2017 to 2019, 2025.

My route in Czechia

Map of Czechia with places Francis visitedMap of Czechia showing Prague.CzechiaPrague
Map of Czechia. Filled dot: a place I went. Hollow dot: capital city marker.

My experience

Czechia is my home country. My first trips were across the country as a teenager, and from 2017 I explored its suburbs and forests before I started hitchhiking abroad. I lived in Prague in 2025.

Places I went in Czechia

Frequently asked questions

What is the capital of Czechia?

The capital of Czechia is Prague.

What currency is used in Czechia?

Czechia uses the Czech koruna (CZK).

When is the best time to visit Czechia?

May to September, with Prague also lovely in autumn. This is general guidance, so check current conditions before you travel.

When did Francis travel in Czechia?

Francis travelled in Czechia in 2017 to 2019, 2025.