Lonely Planet Pocket Prague [Paperback] Lonely Planet and Baker, Mark

Prague is a city of Gothic spires, baroque churches, and beer halls that have been pouring pilsners since the 14th century. This pocket guide is designed for quick trips — maps that actually fit in your hand, walking tours through the Old Town and Lesser Quarter, and recommendations that skip the tourist traps. Mark Baker knows the city well, pointing you toward hidden courtyards, the best goulash in Malá Strana, and which castle views are worth the climb. It covers everything from Kafka's haunts to modern Czech design shops, with practical details on trams, opening hours, and where to find absinthe that won't blind you. Small enough to shove in a day bag, detailed enough to navigate a long weekend without wasting time on mediocre stops.