European club competitions bring thousands of international football fans to Czechia every year. Even if you’re traveling to support your team, it would be a shame to limit your visit to the stadium and your hotel.
Prague: sport, history and great food
Prague is widely regarded as the beating heart of Czech football. It is one of the country’s main football hubs and home to clubs such as Sparta Prague and Slavia Prague.
One of the key stops is Sparta’s stadium in Letná, closely linked with Czech football legends Tomáš Rosický and Pavel Nedvěd. Besides taking a stadium tour, Letná itself is well worth exploring. Its parks offer some of the most spectacular views of Prague’s historic skyline. Just a short walk away is the National Technical Museum, home to impressive collections of historic cars, trains and aircraft.
No football trip to Prague would be complete without a visit to Slavia Prague’s stadium on the other side of the city. The club helped shape the careers of stars such as Vladimír Šmicer and Karel Poborský. Visitors can explore the Slavia Museum or join a guided stadium tour.
For a more contemporary side of the city, head to Karlín, Holešovice, Žižkov or Vinohrady. These neighborhoods are known for their excellent restaurants, cafés and the local vibe. In the afternoon, the riverside area comes alive with food, drinks, and live music.
Of course, no visit to Prague is complete without its iconic landmarks: Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, and Prague Castle, among the most visited sights in Central Europe. Finally, Vyšehrad is a top pick for a truly special spot.
Pilsen: home of the world’s most famous lager
Less than 90 minutes from Prague lies Pilsen (Plzeň), a city firmly established on the European football map. Viktoria Plzeň has become a regular participant in European competitions and one of the most successful Czech clubs in recent years. The city is also closely associated with Petr Čech, one of the greatest goalkeepers of his generation.
Pilsen’s main attraction is the Pilsner Urquell Brewery. This is where the original Pilsner lager was first brewed. A tour through the historic cellars and production facilities, followed by a tasting of unfiltered beer straight from oak barrels, is an unforgettable experience.
The historic center of Pilsen is perfect for a relaxed stroll. The city’s landmark is St. Bartholomew’s Cathedral, which has the tallest church tower in Czechia. Another worthwhile stop is the Patton Memorial, which commemorates the U.S. Army's liberation of the city in 1945. If the weather calls for indoor activities, the award-winning Techmania Science Center offers an excellent indoor alternative.
The football map of Czechia
During your football trips to Czechia, whether following your club or the national team, you can also explore cities such as Hradec Králové, Brno, Olomouc, Teplice, Ostrava, Karviná, and Liberec. Each offers its own football culture and is well worth discovering.
