Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.2M
Population
496 km2
Area
240 Mbps
Internet
235m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
PRG (12km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Prague is a capital city in Czechia with a population of 1.2M. Internet speeds average 240 Mbps download. The city has 41,734 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Czechia
Region
Central Europe
Population
1.2M
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
235 m
Currency
CZK
Language
Czech
Status
Capital City
Airport
PRG
GPS
50.09, 14.42
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
2,583 restaurants mapped in Prague
Tech
240 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
40% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
41,734 total POIs 84.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,583
Cafes
1,057
Bars
922
Fast Food
797
Shopping
Supermarkets
346
Convenience
907
Shopping Malls
52
Healthcare
Hospitals
20
Clinics
344
Pharmacies
324
Education
Schools
856
Universities
161
Libraries
102
Recreation
Parks
5,745
Playgrounds
1,626
Sports
1,071
Cinemas
31
Museums
146
Theatres
122
Transport
Bus Stops
2,858
Train Stations
771
Fuel Stations
202
Services
Banks
251
ATMs
637
Post Offices
89
Police
122
Fire Stations
54
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
240 Mbps
Download
140 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
61,990
Tests
20,855
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
3°
J
4°
F
8°
M
12°
A
17°
M
20°
J
21°
J
20°
A
17°
S
12°
O
8°
N
4°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 12.1 C Range: 3 - 21.2 C Rain: 714 mm/year Sunshine: 2,809 h/year
CITY SCORES
91.7
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.9
Overall
COST OF LIVING
CIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
59.6
Overall
40% cheaper than NYC
32.0
Rent
68% cheaper than NYC
52.9
Groceries
47% cheaper than NYC
50.5
Restaurants
50% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
PRG
Václav Havel Airport Prague
12 km from center
Very close — ~18 min ride
FUN FACTS
Prague ( PRAHG; Czech: Praha [ˈpraɦa] ) is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia.
Prague, located on the Vltava River, has a population of about 1.4 million, while its metropolitan area is home to approximately 2.3 million people.
Prague is a historical city with Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture.
It was the capital of the Kingdom of Bohemia and residence of several Holy Roman Emperors, most notably Charles IV (r.
The city played major roles in the Bohemian and Protestant Reformations, the Thirty Years' War, and in 20th-century history as the capital of Czechoslovakia between the World Wars and the post-war Communist era.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Prague known for?
Prague is a city in Czechia. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Prague?
Prague has an average download speed of 240 Mbps and upload speed of 140 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Prague?
Prague has an average year-round temperature of approximately 12.1 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Prague?
Prague is served by PRG (Václav Havel Airport Prague), approximately 12 km from the city center.
What is the population of Prague?
The population of Prague is approximately 1.2M.
What infrastructure does Prague have?
Prague has 41,734 mapped points of interest, including 2,583 restaurants, 20 hospitals, 856 schools.
What country is Prague in?
Prague is located in Czechia.
