Holidays and closures
28 September, 28 October, 17 November 2026: which shops close
Three public holidays fall in autumn 2026. On two of them big shops and supermarkets must close, while small shops, pharmacies and station shops may open.
Prague news for travellers
Short, dated updates on what changes a visit to Prague: transport, events, holidays and new rules. Each post says what changes, from when, and what it means for your trip.
We check every post against official sources. Details can change at short notice, so check the source again before you travel.
Current
New rules
EES checks at Prague airport and ETIAS: what non-EU visitors should expect
The EU's Entry/Exit System has replaced passport stamps, Prague airport is adding border booths until April 2027, and ETIAS is not running yet.
Transport
Flora metro station (line A) closed until November or December 2026
Line A trains pass through Flora without stopping until it reopens, expected around the turn of November and December 2026. Use the next stations or the tram.
Transport
Petřín funicular runs again from 22 September 2026, with new cars
After two years out of service, the funicular from Újezd up Petřín hill carries passengers again. Check the ticket rules before you ride.
New rules
Prague taxis: new maximum fares since 1 August 2026
Prague raised its taxi fare caps. Here is what a metered taxi may charge, what counts as waiting and when the caps do not apply.
New rules
Prague fireworks rules: year-round ban in the centre, New Year's Eve included
Planning New Year's Eve 2026 in Prague? Private fireworks are banned all year in the centre, and elsewhere in the city they are allowed for only nine hours.
Events
Prague Christmas markets 2026 open on 28 November: dates and hours
The two big Prague markets open on 28 November 2026 and stay until 6 January 2027. Dates, hours and how to plan your visit.
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