Lonely Planet Eastern Europe

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• Publisher: Lonely Planet
• Year: 2019
• Print ISBN: 9781787013704
• eBook ISBN: 9781788687102

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hop from thermal baths to coffee houses to 'ruin bars' in Budapest, glide from island to island in Croatia and meander through 14th-century alleyways in Prague - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Eastern Europe and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics Covers Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Montenegro, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia and more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe is our most comprehensive guide to Eastern Europe, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Looking for just a few of the destinations included in this book? Check out the relevant Lonely Planet destination guides for a particular region, country or city. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Czech Republic

Prague

Karlštejn

Kutná Hora

Bohemia

Plzeň

Český Krumlov

Karlovy Vary

Moravia

Brno

Olomouc

Czech Republic

Pop 10.6 million

Why Go?

Since the fall of communism in 1989 and the opening up of Central and Eastern Europe, Prague has evolved into one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations. The city offers an intact medieval core that transports you back – especially when strolling the hidden streets of the Old Town – some 600 years. The 14th-century Charles Bridge, traversing two historic neighbourhoods across a slow-moving river, is one of the continent’s most beautiful sights.

Prague is not just about history. It’s a vital urban centre with a rich array of cultural offerings. Outside the capital, in the provinces of Bohemia and Moravia, castles and palaces abound – including the audacious hilltop chateau at Český Krumlov – which illuminate the stories of powerful dynasties whose influence was felt throughout Europe. Olomouc, the historic capital of Moravia to the east, boasts much of the beauty of Prague without the crowds.

When to Go

• May Prague Spring Festival makes this the capital’s most popular month.
• Sep Lovely strolling weather in West Bohemia’s spa towns.
• Dec Svařák (mulled wine) and music at Christmas markets in town squares across the country.

Best Places to Eat

AField

AKrčma v Šatlavské

AEntree

ALevitate Restaurant

ABuffalo Burger Bar

Best Places to Stay

AHostel Mitte

ADominican Hotel

ALong Story Short

AHotel Myší Díra

AHotel Romance Puškin

Entering the Country

The Czech Republic lies at the centre of Europe and has good rail and road connections to surrounding countries. Prague’s international airport is a major air hub for Central Europe.

Flights, cars and tours can be booked online at lonelyplanet.com/bookings.

ITINERARIES

One Week

Experience the exciting combination of a tumultuous past and energetic present in Prague. Top experiences include the grandeur of Prague Castle, Josefov’s Prague Jewish Museum, and getting lost amid the bewildering labyrinth of the Old Town. Take an essential day trip to Karlštejn, and then head south to Český Krumlov for a few days of riverside ...

Table of contents

• Table of Contents
• Welcome to Eastern Europe
• Eastern Europe’s Top 25
• Need to Know
• If You Like…
• Month by Month
• Itineraries
• Albania
• Belarus
• Bosnia & Hercegovina
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Czech Republic
• Relics of Communism
• Jewish Heritage
• Estonia
• Hungary
• Kosovo
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Moldova
• Montenegro
• North Macedonia
• Poland
• Romania
• Russia
• Serbia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Ukraine
• Directory A–Z
• Transport
• Language
• Behind the Scenes
• Our Writers