Can you drink sink water in Prague?
Yes, tap water is safe to drink in Prague, and generally in Czechia. Tap water is regulated by the Czech Republic government officials several times a day, and they monitor the quality of water very thoroughly.
Drinking water from a tap in Prague ( and whole Czech Republic) is considered to be safe. The water quality is monitored closely by the water companies and the government and has to comply with high standards and regulations.
In fact, Prague is considered one of the safest destinations in the whole area. However, like any big city, there are some areas that are not recommended for walking around at night. Most of these less safe areas are far away from where you normally go as a tourist.
The actual cost of the tap water is minimal, but the restaurant still needs to pay someone to serve it, pay the initial cost of a carafe and glasses and then wash them afterward.
Tipping in the Czech Republic is commonly expected. Foreign visitors are often expected to tip at least 10%. (N.B. This practice holds true mainly in Prague and leading tourist "meccas" such as Cesky Krumlov, not in the general countryside, where foreigners are not expected to do anything more than locals.)
- Koleno (pecene veprove koleno) Koleno (pork knuckle) is served on a wood cutting board with a serrated knife. ...
- Czech roast duck. ...
- Knedliky (bread dumplings) ...
- Svickova na smetane. ...
- Bramborak (potato pancake) ...
- Utopenci. ...
- Nakladany hermelin. ...
- Smazeny Syr (fried cheese)
- Don't line up like a tourist to get into popular attractions.
- Do know the scams and don't let your guard down.
- Don't expect people to smile at you.
- Do take a secret food tour with a local.
- Do remember the Euro is not the correct currency.
Casual dress is the norm for everyday wear, including at most restaurants. Shorts for men are not as common in Prague as they are in North America. In the evening, long pants are the norm, even in summer.
English is widely spoken, but a little Czech is welcome
It's common for people who live or work in Prague's tourist hotspots to speak English. Menus and museum information boards will usually be translated into English, too.
In Europe, it's necessary to check the tap water status of your destination (see “Using the CDC Travelers' Health Tool” below), as most Eastern European countries do not have safe tap water. On the other hand, most Western European countries are safe for drinking water.
Can you drink Toronto sink water?
Toronto's tap water is continuously tested, monitored and analyzed to ensure it meets the strict standards of Toronto Public Health, the Province of Ontario and Government of Canada. Toronto Water's accredited lab: tests drinking water every six hours (over 6,000 times a year)
Tap water is generally safe to drink in the United States and Canada, but you should watch for water advisories released by your local health authority.
The national average for water hardness is 5gpg (grains per gallon). New Prague water hardness is 20-22gpg, which is 5x harder than average.
