Prague, Vienna & Budapest
Jul 22nd, 2007, 10:21 AM
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Prague, Vienna & Budapest
I'm flying to Paris for two weeks on 9/18, and while there, I'm going to take 10 days off for a trip to Prague, Vienna & Budapest. The current plan is to fly to Prague, take the train to Vienna and then Budapest, and then fly back to Paris from Budapest. A couple of questions for you seasoned "travelistas" to pick and choose from:
1. How would you portion your 10 days among these three cities? More days in Prague and Budapest, less in Vienna?
2. Is there any reason to start the trip in Budapest rather than in Prague, i.e., save the best for last?
2. What's on your "absolutely not to be missed" list(s) in one or more of these cities?
3. Is it really much less expensive to buy your train tickets after you get there (as opposed to buying online in the U.S.)?
4. I found a low airfare from Paris to Prague, but the flight (SkyEurope) from Budapest to Paris is pricey. Any suggestions?
5. Hotel recommendations would be much appreciated. I'm looking for clean, quiet, well-located and reasonably priced.
Thanks in advance for any info. you can provide. Much appreciated!
1. How would you portion your 10 days among these three cities? More days in Prague and Budapest, less in Vienna?
2. Is there any reason to start the trip in Budapest rather than in Prague, i.e., save the best for last?
2. What's on your "absolutely not to be missed" list(s) in one or more of these cities?
3. Is it really much less expensive to buy your train tickets after you get there (as opposed to buying online in the U.S.)?
4. I found a low airfare from Paris to Prague, but the flight (SkyEurope) from Budapest to Paris is pricey. Any suggestions?
5. Hotel recommendations would be much appreciated. I'm looking for clean, quiet, well-located and reasonably priced.
Thanks in advance for any info. you can provide. Much appreciated!
Jul 22nd, 2007, 01:02 PM
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I have been at the Arcadia Residence in Prague for 3 weeks. If you are headed to Prague this is the place to stay!!
It is run by an Italian family Pasquale and his mother Anna. I feel like I am at home (actually it's better than home).
Pasquale arranged for me to be picked up at the airport for about $20 - also the room prices are pretty reasonable.
When I arrived Pasquale gave me a tram/metro ticket and then personally walked with me to show me where the tram stop was, showed me where there were 2 markets, and pointed out a few good restaurants. He also gave me some basic info on Prague (told me where the supermarket was and how to use the tram/metro - he also gave me a map).
Breakfast is incredible and only 5 euros (homemade by mama - enough food for 2 days breakfast & lunch).
I came home a few nights, there was a knock on the door, it was mama offering a piece of homemade tirimasu that she had just made - it was the best I ever had!!!
I asked to use the laundry machine one day and she insisted that I just leave the laundry and she would do it....I tried to object but she insisted. She ironed everything and sewed the hole in one of my socks.
The hotel is located outside of the town center about 1 block away from the river. You can catch a tram at the river and it is 3 stops to the Charles Bridge. I walked to the Bridge a few times and it took about 10 minutes.
It's close to the tourist area but far enough away that it's quiet. I have been taking a class here and the instructor told me that it is one of the safest neighborhoods (although all of Prague is pretty safe).
It is next to Vsyehrad (if you are looking to see the location on the map).
My room has a fridge, hot plate, sink and utensils (flatware, plates, pots/pans, wine opener, etc). The water pressure in the shower is great and the room is pretty big for Europe (and I had the smallest room in the hotel).
All rooms have an internet connection at no additional charge. I forgot my cable and they lent me one. They also lent me power converters and they have a few guide books in the office that you can use (no Fodors, but there is a Rick Steves).
This is also rated #1 in Prague on trip advisor. It was also about half the price of #2 & #3.
It is run by an Italian family Pasquale and his mother Anna. I feel like I am at home (actually it's better than home).
Pasquale arranged for me to be picked up at the airport for about $20 - also the room prices are pretty reasonable.
When I arrived Pasquale gave me a tram/metro ticket and then personally walked with me to show me where the tram stop was, showed me where there were 2 markets, and pointed out a few good restaurants. He also gave me some basic info on Prague (told me where the supermarket was and how to use the tram/metro - he also gave me a map).
Breakfast is incredible and only 5 euros (homemade by mama - enough food for 2 days breakfast & lunch).
I came home a few nights, there was a knock on the door, it was mama offering a piece of homemade tirimasu that she had just made - it was the best I ever had!!!
I asked to use the laundry machine one day and she insisted that I just leave the laundry and she would do it....I tried to object but she insisted. She ironed everything and sewed the hole in one of my socks.
The hotel is located outside of the town center about 1 block away from the river. You can catch a tram at the river and it is 3 stops to the Charles Bridge. I walked to the Bridge a few times and it took about 10 minutes.
It's close to the tourist area but far enough away that it's quiet. I have been taking a class here and the instructor told me that it is one of the safest neighborhoods (although all of Prague is pretty safe).
It is next to Vsyehrad (if you are looking to see the location on the map).
My room has a fridge, hot plate, sink and utensils (flatware, plates, pots/pans, wine opener, etc). The water pressure in the shower is great and the room is pretty big for Europe (and I had the smallest room in the hotel).
All rooms have an internet connection at no additional charge. I forgot my cable and they lent me one. They also lent me power converters and they have a few guide books in the office that you can use (no Fodors, but there is a Rick Steves).
This is also rated #1 in Prague on trip advisor. It was also about half the price of #2 & #3.
Jul 22nd, 2007, 01:09 PM
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Hi rm,
>I'm flying to Paris for two weeks...going to take 10 days off for a trip to Prague, Vienna & Budapest.<
Unless this is your 3rd or 4th visit to Paris, I suggest 7 days to visit any two of the three.
>I'm flying to Paris for two weeks...going to take 10 days off for a trip to Prague, Vienna & Budapest.<
Unless this is your 3rd or 4th visit to Paris, I suggest 7 days to visit any two of the three.
Jul 22nd, 2007, 01:10 PM
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Things not to be missed in Prague:
- stroll the Charles Bridge
- Old Town Square & astronomical clock
- Wallasten Palace Garden (see the Grotto & Peacocks)
- Walking around the grounds of the castle (Golden Lane, cute little houses attached to the Castle) is free before 9 AM and after 6 PM
- Vsyehrad picnic
- View from Letna
- View from "Eiffel Tower" on Petrin Hill
- Jewish Quarter cemetary/holocaust memorial
- Small town of Lidice (about a 30 minute bus ride)
- The Crypt at Cyril church
- Dinner at Bellevue ($$$$) - (stand across the street on the river to watch the sunset over the castle & Charles Bridge)
- stroll the Charles Bridge
- Old Town Square & astronomical clock
- Wallasten Palace Garden (see the Grotto & Peacocks)
- Walking around the grounds of the castle (Golden Lane, cute little houses attached to the Castle) is free before 9 AM and after 6 PM
- Vsyehrad picnic
- View from Letna
- View from "Eiffel Tower" on Petrin Hill
- Jewish Quarter cemetary/holocaust memorial
- Small town of Lidice (about a 30 minute bus ride)
- The Crypt at Cyril church
- Dinner at Bellevue ($$$$) - (stand across the street on the river to watch the sunset over the castle & Charles Bridge)
Jul 22nd, 2007, 01:30 PM
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Which way round you do this may depend on your research the cost and timings for flights. Have you looked at the cost of flying into Budapest first and then flying out of Prague? I would do 4 days in Prague, 3 days in Vienna and 3 days in Budapest.
