Madrid vs Prague

Madrid 🇪🇸
Prague 🇨🇿
Population 6,578,0179 1,305,737
Official language(s) Spanish Czech
Level of English Moderate High
Main airport Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Most common months to visit March - May, September - November June - October
Currency EUR - Euro (€) CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč)
Credit cards Accepted everywhere Accepted most places (some places are cash only)
Remote worker visa Yes Yes
Average monthly costs $2498 $1806
Rent $1174 $780
Groceries $175 $158
Dining out $313 $240
Cafe $51 $53
Coworking space $196 $175
Mobile internet $10 $24
Public transportation $78 $61
Taxis $44 $33
Shared bicycles and scooters $49 $19
Sport and cultural events $54 $19
Museums and sights $20 $35
Nightlife $82 $50
Gym $44 $56
Yoga $142 $66
Massage $64 $37
SIM card options Orange, Movistar, Vodafone Vodafone, T-Mobile
Tipping Not customary or expected but small tips are appreciated. 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere
Taxi apps Uber, Cabify, MyTaxi Free Now Uber, Liftago
Tap water Drinkable Drinkable
Overall cuisine Fresh, regional produce accentuated with garlic and olive oil and mixed with various meats and seafoods. Influenced both by Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavors. Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer!
Local food specialities Paella, tapas, tortilla, gazpacho, pulpo a la gallega, callos a la madrileña, churros Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky.
Eat like a local Have some tapas and sangria at a tasca and paella at an authentic eatery. Keep an eye on the time and visit a cafeteria for a mid-afternoon merienda and some churros! Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés
Vegetarian / vegan options 85 listings on Happy Cow 112 options on HappyCow