Cheap 9-Day Czech Republic Road Trip from Prague traveling west to Ceske Budejovice and Plzeň

Your exciting road trip through Czech Republic starts when you reach the incredible city of Prague, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Prague and begin your adventure in the Czech Republic.

Prague is a popular cheap holiday destination in Czech Republic with something to offer every traveler. More than a city in Czech Republic, Prague is also a great place to find top-rated budget accommodations. You'll find many of these accommodations close to bustling markets and cultural attractions.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in the Czech Republic shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Prague is also home to a variety of excellent dining spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the city's best places to eat and drink.

We recommend a local favorite like Kantýna. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,694 customers.

Brasileiro Restaurant is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Prague. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,183 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Prague you might want to check out is Sia Restaurant. Sia Restaurant is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,997 reviews.

Hemingway Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Prague offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,897 customers.

You can also hang out at Restaurace Malostranská beseda, another of locals’ go-to bars in Prague. Restaurace Malostranská beseda is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 5,195 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

U Parlamentu is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Prague. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 4,974 bar-goers.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and a cheap holiday experience in the Czech Republic!

Day 2 of your road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Prague, proving that cheap holidays in the Czech Republic can be extraordinary.

Touring the best attractions in Czech Republic offers you a glimpse of the country’s history and culture. But, you’ll be surprised to know that there’s more to Czech Republic you are yet to discover. Take part in an eye-opening experience to make the best of your affordable vacation in the Czech Republic. Choose from all of the popular and budget-friendly tickets and activities available on this day of your cheap holiday in the Czech Republic.

As this day progresses, satisfy your hunger and quench your thirst at one of the city's best restaurants and bars. Many restaurants in Prague offer good food and drink options at even better prices; the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in the Czech Republic.

After a long day of exploring, we recommend you try Bílá Kráva - steaky a francouzská venkovská kuchyně, one of the top-rated restaurants in the city. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,843 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a comforting meal.

Locals also recommend V Zátiší, so you'll want to drop by this place. V Zátiší serves delicious meals in hearty portions and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,190 customers.

Another must-try in the city of Prague is Café Louvre. This restaurant boasts an exciting menu and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,246 customers.

Lehká hlava - vegetarian restaurant is a great spot where you can enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,152 customers.

Anonymous Bar is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy day. Anonymous Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,644 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Prague.

You might also want to cap the night off at Červený Jelen / Red Stag, a fascinating bar that 2,102 customers have rated 4.5 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Czech Republic! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Prague!

Day 3 of your road trip adventure means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in the Czech Republic. Prepare to be blown away by the city of Prague!

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Prague. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Prague offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in the Czech Republic worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Prague has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday-goers.

An excellent option with an exciting menu is Lokál. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,249 customers.

Another dining option is Kozlovna Apropos. This restaurant is popular among locals and cheap holiday-goers for its delicious food and reasonable prices. Kozlovna Apropos has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 7,062 reviews.

Make sure to stop by Restaurace Hybernská for a great dining experience. A favorite place to eat among many, around 5,779 customers have rated the irresistible Restaurace Hybernská an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Complement this refreshing day with an equally refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Prague, Black Angel's Bar. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,859 customers.

The Grand Mark Prague is another popular bar in the area, perfect for people looking for a place to unwind and enjoy local drinks alone or with company. This bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,426 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Czech Republic!

On day 4 of your budget-friendly road trip adventures in the Czech Republic, you’ll go deep into Prague, making the most of your 1 night in the city. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Prague, and meet locals along the way!

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

It's now time to discover the mouthwatering delights of Prague, where top-quality dining experiences blend seamlessly with budget-friendly options. Check out the city's best dining options, offering a tantalizing array of flavors to satisfy every palate.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Prague is U Kroka. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,515 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Prague, U Pivrnce is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,844 diners.

After dinner, look back into the highlights of today’s adventure and visit one of the best bars in Prague, OSSEGG Praha - Pivovar & Restaurace. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,264 bar-goers.

Gastro Bar 1401 Praha is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Prague, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,066 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by DÉJÁVU Music Club Prague, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Czech Republic!

Day 5 of your self-drive vacation in the Czech Republic will take you to the city of Ceske Budejovice, where you'll be staying for 1 night. On your way to Ceske Budejovice, you'll explore 4 popular cheap holiday destinations in Czech Republic, including Ceske Budejovice, Červená Lhota, Hluboká nad Vltavou, and Ceske Budejovice.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Ceske Budejovice. This car ride takes around 37 min.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

While on the road, immerse yourself in your favorite road trip tunes or sample the sounds from a local radio station. The best things to do, see, and eat are waiting for you.

While exploring Czech Republic is a refreshing experience, don’t forget to rest to regain your energy. Ceske Budejovice has plenty of top-rated accommodation options in all price ranges. Travelers visiting Ceske Budejovice on an affordable vacation can easily find a comfortable place to stay in the city.

After a long day of exploring and making the most of your budget vacation in the Czech Republic, treat yourself to a hearty meal and a refreshing drink. You’ll find many great restaurants and bars in Ceske Budejovice that offer delicious foods and drinks to help keep you going.

We recommend a local favorite like BRIO Restaurant. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,318 customers.

Poetic Cocktail Bar Žlutá Ponorka is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Ceske Budejovice. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Ceske Budejovice you might want to check out is Restaurace Masné krámy. Restaurace Masné krámy is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 4,907 reviews.

If you’re looking for a bar to end the evening at, many locals recommend Minipivovar Krajinská 27, claiming it’s one of the best. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Singer Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 849 customers.

The Dark is yet another top-rated place where you can easily spend an hour or two. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 300 customers.

Raise your glass to celebrate your fun and affordable travel experience in the city of Ceske Budejovice!

On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Czech Republic, you’ll experience 4 charming destinations — Český Krumlov, Blatná, Petrův Dvůr, and Plzeň. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you. You’ll end your day in the city of Plzeň.

When you’ve had your share of Ceske Budejovice, prepare for your next destination. Admire the views and listen to some good music as you drive in the direction of Český Krumlov. Your travel time is around 35 min.

Seize the day by visiting some of the best attractions in the area, like Lazebnický most. This extraordinary bridge has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,281 visitors.

Next, make your way to Český Krumlov Castle. This castle welcomes around 196,400 visitors yearly and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 24,749 reviews.

While in Český Krumlov, we also recommend a visit to The Castle Garden. This park has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,448 reviews.

Once you're ready to continue your road trip, it's time to buckle up and drive, eagerly anticipating your arrival in Petrův Dvůr. This drive usually takes around 38 min, without any stops or traffic disruptions.

Your sightseeing of the day begins at Kratochvíle state chateau, a remarkable sightseeing destination where it’s easy to get lost in exploration. This top attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,675 reviews.

Set your GPS to Blatná and hit the road. Expect a journey of approximately 50 min without stops. Soak in the beautiful landscapes as you drive and look forward to exploring your next destination. Blatná beckons with new experiences!

Start your sightseeing with a visit to Castle Blatná. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,956 visitors.

Plzeň offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in the Czech Republic. Whether you're in need of a quick break from your activities or seeking a comfortable place to rest, rest assured you'll find a welcoming and affordable option in the city.

A cheap, budget vacation in Plzeň should not stop you from enjoying incredible food. When you’re ready to have the best dining experience in Plzeň, try some of our top recommendations.

You could check out Delish, one of locals’ top restaurant options in the area. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,269 customers, and is a great place to enjoy a satisfying meal after a busy day of exploring.

Pivstro - Brewhemian Beer Bistro is another excellent choice for cheap holiday-goers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and comforting foods and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,085 diners.

If you feel like having something different, check out the menu at Parkan. This restaurant is known to offer good food at reasonable prices. Parkan has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,383 customer reviews.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful night in Czech Republic. One of the best bars in the city is Na Spilce. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,014 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Plzeň, we recommend the cocktails at Lokál Pod Divadlem. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,789 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Plzeň is Restaurace & Hotel U Salzmannů. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,572 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Czech Republic!

Day 7 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in the Czech Republic, Plzeň. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Plzeň!

For a truly remarkable cheap holiday experience in Plzeň, join budget-friendly activities on this day of your vacation. Tours offer you a chance to take a closer look into Plzeň and the culture of past or present-day Czech Republic.

After a long day of exploring and making the most of your budget vacation in the Czech Republic, treat yourself to a hearty meal and a refreshing drink. You’ll find many great restaurants and bars in Plzeň that offer delicious foods and drinks to help keep you going.

You could check out Buffalo Burger Bar, one of locals’ top restaurant options in the area. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,081 customers, and is a great place to enjoy a satisfying meal after a busy day of exploring.

Restaurace a vinárna U Mansfelda is another excellent choice for cheap holiday-goers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and comforting foods and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,130 diners.

If you feel like having something different, check out the menu at Comix Kitchen & Bar. This restaurant is known to offer good food at reasonable prices. Comix Kitchen & Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,936 customer reviews.

Restaurace 12 is an excellent example of a great bar in Plzeň offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,225 customers.

You can also hang out at Zach's Pub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Plzeň. Zach's Pub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,007 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Anděl Café, Music Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Plzeň. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 653 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Czech Republic with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Czech Republic!

Day 8 of your road trip across Czech Republic offers you the chance to visit 3 popular cheap holiday destinations in the country, including Loket, Carlsbad, and Prague. You'll conclude your sightseeing and exploration in Prague.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Loket, home to many well-known sights in the region, is a lovely destination on today’s itinerary. Keep in mind that your travel time from Plzeň to Loket may take around 1 hour 12 min without traffic disruptions. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

Your sightseeing of the day begins at Loket Castle, a remarkable castle where it’s easy to get lost in exploration. This top attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 17,820 reviews. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes approximately 115,347 visitors.

When you’re ready to jump back into the car and say goodbye to Loket, you’ll hit the road in the direction of Carlsbad. This drive usually takes around 19 min. When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget-friendly accommodations in the city of Prague. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Prague, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in the Czech Republic shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Prague is also home to a variety of excellent dining spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the city's best places to eat and drink.

After a long day of exploring, we recommend you try Restaurace Mincovna, one of the top-rated restaurants in the city. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,900 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a comforting meal.

Locals recommend going for a drink at Craft House Prague. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 817 customers.

Another popular bar you could swing by after dinner is NAPA bar and gallery. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

Brothers Bar & Cafe also makes the list of popular bars you could visit tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

Toast to another unforgettable road trip adventure during your cheap holiday in the Czech Republic!

Your budget road trip vacation in the Czech Republic is about to end. Day 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Prague.

On your last day in Czech Republic, take time to indulge in shopping at Prague’s popular marketplace. Thanks to your accommodation’s strategic location, city’s bustling commercial district is only a stone’s throw away, giving you ample time to leisurely explore the area, filled with local shops.

Take time to find the perfect present, reminding you of the charms of Czech Republic. Each store here is brimming with unique finds.

Before you conclude your road trip in Czech Republic, drop by another restaurant for a last chance at a memorable dining experience in Prague.

You’ll then say farewell to Prague. Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Czech Republic!