We have created a detailed map containing much of the relevant information regarding getting around Prague, which we believe will be particularly useful during the conference!
Check it out here: Getting Around Prague Map - MSA Conference 2025
Getting to the venues
- Faculty of Arts, Charles University (Filozofická Fakulta Univerzity Karlovy)
Náměstí Jana Palacha 1/2, 116 38 Prague 1
Metro: Green Line (A) - stop at Staroměstská
Tram: Lines 17 and 18 - stop at Staroměstská
Bus: Lines 194 and 207 - stop at Staroměstská
- Czech Academy of Sciences (Akademie věd České republiky)
Národní 3, 110 00 Praha 1
Metro: Yellow line (B) – stop at Národní třída / Green Line (A) – stop at Staroměstská
Tram: Lines 6, 9 and 22 – stop at Národní Divadlo / Lines 17 and 18 – stop at Národní Divadlo (closer to Hollar building) or Karlovy Lazne.
- Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University - Hollar building (Fakulta Sociálních věd Univerzity Karlovy - Hollar)
Smetanovo nabrezi 6, 110 01 Prague 1
Metro: Yellow line (B) – stop at Národní třída / Green Line (A) – stop at Staroměstská
Tram: Lines 6, 9 and 22 – stop at Národní Divadlo / Lines 17 and 18 – stop at Národní Divadlo (closer to Hollar building) or Karlovy Lazne
Recommended Apps
PID Lítačka - PID Lítačka is the official application for Prague's public transportation. It allows users to plan routes and buy tickets to use in public transports.
Moovit - Moovit is a free application that helps users plan routes using public transportation and provides mostly accurate schedules for arrival times.
Prague's public transportation
Tickets in Prague can be used on any type of public transportation and allow transfers between lines and different types of transport for the duration of the period for which the pass is valid. These can be purchased for 30 or 90 minutes, 24 hours or 72 hours.
You can buy your tickets here or in the app PID Lítačka. Children under six ride free.
Ticket terminals are installed in all trams and in the metro vestibules. They are intended for the purchase of single-journey tickets and only cashless payments are accepted.
Find more information on zones and timetables here.
When getting the ticket, it is mandatory to stamp it in the yellow validator machine (usually in a metro station or inside a bus or tram). This stamp will mark the date and time and the ticket will be validated for the time being, therefore it shall not be stamped again. Further information can be found here.
City Walks in Prague
We are excited to offer a curated list of city walks for participants to explore the rich history and culture of Prague during the MSA's 9th Annual Conference. These walks will highlight key landmarks and memory sites throughout the city.
More information on the routes and how to participate will be shared as the conference approaches.
Eating in Prague
Price range: cheaper (€) to more expensive (€€€)
Restaurants
Restaurace Století: A restaurant offering traditional Czech cuisine with a modern twist, located a 2-minute walk from the Hollar Building and and just 5 minutes from the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€)
Café Slavia: A historic café with scenic views of the Vltava River and Prague Castle, serving Czech and international dishes, just a 2-minute walk from the Hollar Building and 5 minutes from the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€-€€€)
Lehká hlava - Vegetarian Restaurant: A vegetarian and vegan restaurant with creative dishes, situated about 4 minutes on foot from the Hollar Building and 6 minutes from the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€)
The Street Burgers, Street Food and Cocktails: A casual spot known for its gourmet burgers and street food, located approximately 4 minutes from the Hollar Building and 7 minutes from the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€-€€€)
Chef & Co: A modern bistro offering a fusion of international and Czech dishes, located about a 3-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€)
Restaurace Puškin: A traditional Czech restaurant with hearty meals and a classic ambiance, approximately a 7-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€)
U Pivrnce: A Czech pub serving classic dishes and local beer just 4 minutes on foot from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €-€€)
Hideout: A restaurant known for its Asian fusion cuisine, located about 13 minutes from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€-€€€)
Marina Ristorante: An elegant Italian restaurant located on a boat, serving authentic Italian dishes with a scenic riverside view, just a 3-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€€)
TURQUOISE - Mediterranean kitchen: A stylish Mediterranean restaurant offering a diverse menu of authentic dishes from the Mediterranean region. Located by the waterfront, it provides a relaxing atmosphere with stunning sea views, just a 2-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€)
U Rudolfina: A traditional Czech pub offering an authentic Pilsner Urquell experience, served straight from the tank. It provides a warm, rustic atmosphere, perfect for enjoying classic Czech dishes. Just a 1-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €-€€)
Fast food restaurants
McDonald's (Spalená): A well-known fast food chain offering burgers, fries, and other quick meals, located about a 10-minute walk from the Hollar Building and Czech Academy of Sciences.
KFC (Národní): Famous for fried chicken and fast food options, KFC is about a 6-minute walk from the Hollar Building and Czech Academy of Sciences.
Bageterie Boulevard (Národní): A Czech chain specializing in fresh baguettes and quick meals, just a 7-minute walk from the Hollar Building and Czech Academy of Sciences.
McDonald's (Václavské Námestí): the global chain offering quick meals and snacks, located about a 15-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts.
KFC (Kaprova):Another branch of the famous fried chicken restaurant, KFC is about a 4-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts.
Máj's Food Court : Located within the Quadrio shopping mall, the Máj's food court offers a variety of fast food options, including international cuisines and quick meals, just a 9-minute walk from the Hollar Building, Czech Academy of Sciences, and about a 13-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts.
Drinks and snacks
Na Hollaru Café: A cozy café located right inside the Hollar Building, offering coffee, pastries, and snacks, just a 3-minute walk from the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €)
Café Slavia: A historic café with a classic ambiance, serving coffee, pastries, and meals, only a 2-minute walk from the Hollar Building and the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€-€€€)
SmetanaQ Café & Bistro: A stylish café with a modern vibe, offering coffee, brunch, and light meals, located about a 1-minute walk from the Hollar Building and the Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€)
Café Louvre: A historic café offering coffee, pastries, and classic Czech dishes, located about a 7-minute walk from the Hollar Building and Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €€)
Atmosphere: A cozy and laid-back restaurant and bar offering a variety of local and international dishes only a 3-minute walk from the Hollar Building and Czech Academy of Sciences. (Price range: €)
Mistral Café: A relaxed café-bistro offering coffee, fresh meals, and vegetarian options, about a 2-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€)
Café Milani: A quaint café known for its specialty coffee and homemade desserts, located just a 3-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €)
Liberica Café: A modern café specializing in artisan coffee and light bites, situated about 3 minutes on foot from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €)
Café Ebel: A charming café known for its pastries and relaxed atmosphere, situated approximately a 5-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €)
Kunsthalle Bistro: A stylish bistro offering a mix of modern European cuisine and light snacks, located within Kunsthalle, only a 10-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts. (Price range: €€)
Potraviny, grocery stores, supermarkets
Billa (OC Quadrio): A popular supermarket chain offering a wide range of groceries and essentials, located a 10-minute walk from the Hollar Building and the Czech Academy of Sciences.
Tesco Express (Narodni 63/26): A smaller version of Tesco with a selection of groceries and basic household goods, located 8 minutes from the Hollar Building and the Czech Academy of Sciences.
Penny Market (Revoluční 724/7): A budget-friendly supermarket offering basic groceries and everyday items located 13 minutes walking from the Faculty of Arts.
Albert (Vestibul Metra, Na Můstku): A well-known Czech supermarket providing a good selection of groceries and household items just a 12-minute walk from the Faculty of Arts, inside the Můstek metro station.