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Prague welcomes 1.7 million tourists in first quarter, with visitor numbers continuing to rise despite geopolitical headwinds

11 May 2026, Prague – Prague drew 1,660,515 domestic and international visitors in the first quarter of 2026, a modest year-on-year rise of around 5%, according to the latest data from the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO). This growth held firm despite disruption to air travel linked to the conflict in the Middle East, a picture corroborated by supplementary analyses of air traffic data and visitor spending patterns.

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Prague City Tourism and Prague Castle Administration join forces to raise visitor service standards

21 April 2026, Prague – Prague City Tourism (PCT) and Prague Castle Administration (PCA) are joining forces to coordinate tourism development in the capital and raise the standard of visitor services. The partnership builds on the city’s long-standing efforts to strengthen Prague’s position as a leading cultural destination, with a clear focus on delivering high-quality visitor experiences. Its immediate aim is to enhance services at Prague Castle.

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Petřín Observation Tower marks 135 years with a special ticket price, workshops, and a marbles tournament

16 April, Prague – Prague City Tourism is marking 135 years of the Petřín Observation Tower and the Mirror Maze with a full programme of events throughout May and June. The main celebrations take place on Sunday 3 May, when anyone keen to take in the views can head up the tower at a special price of CZK 135, which includes entry to the maze. A quiz and an exhibition marbles tournament will also take place at the foot of the tower.

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