Hradec Kralove City Guide

Local dishes like Svíčková and Trdelník are must-tries. The city offers Italian, Asian, and fast food with decent vegetarian and vegan options. Late-night food is limited but available in some pubs and fast food spots.

Nightlife centers around the city and university area with pubs and bars. It’s active but smaller than Prague.

Growing coffee scene with several specialty cafes.

Tipping rounds up the bill or adds 5–10% in restaurants; rounding up in taxis is normal.

SIM cards are sold at Vodafone, O2, and T-Mobile stores. You need an ID or passport to register a SIM.

City is clean with good waste management and recycling.

Limited 24/7 options; some minimarts open late but few pharmacies or clinics.

Supermarkets offer international and local products, open generally 7-10 AM to 9-10 PM on weekdays with shorter hours on weekends.

Card payments work in most places, but keep some cash for small shops or markets.

ATMs from major banks like Česká spořitelna, Komerční banka, and ČSOB are around the city. Use major bank ATMs to avoid extra fees.

The University of Hradec Králové offers some English programs. Local public schools teach mainly in Czech. Few international school options.

Small nomad community with some coworking spaces. Meetups are rare, so networking needs effort.

Many parks and riverside paths offer great green spaces for walking and running.

Good running routes along rivers and parks, safe and scenic.

Several gyms offer good facilities and memberships.

Tennis courts available at sports clubs like Sportcentrum Slavia.

Padel is rare but might be found in larger sports facilities.

Several yoga studios offer classes; check for English-speaking instructors.

Dojo options include Judo, Karate, and boxing. English instructors vary by club.

Krkonoše ski resorts are nearby with good snow and terrain for all levels.

Kayaking and paddleboarding on the Elbe and Orlice rivers in summer.

No surfing; the city is inland.

No real diving; limited local options like flooded quarries.

University Hospital Hradec Králové has English-speaking staff. Public healthcare is good; private clinics offer faster service. Pharmacies are common and well-stocked.

Tap water is safe and meets high quality standards.

Many playgrounds and parks are available, plus kid-friendly cafes and attractions like the Giant Aquarium and observatory.

Generally accepting with legal protections, though less active than Prague.

Pet-friendly city with many parks and pet-welcoming places. Veterinary services are easy to find.