VENUE
Czech Technical University in Prague
Faculty of Civil Engineering
Thákurova 7
166 29 Prague 6
Czech Republic
For more info about the Faculty of Civil Engineering please click here.
Pictures of the campus:
ACCOMMODATION
We can recommend following hotels/hostels. In general, any hotel in Prague 1 (close to the stations Hradčanská, Staroměstská, Můstek or Náměstí Republiky) or Prague 6 (station Dejvická) would be a good choice.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
8ISP 2023 Symposium venue
The ISP 2023 will take place in the Faculty of Civil Engineering, address: Thákurova 7, Praha 6 - Dejvice. For more information please see https://www.fsv.cvut.cz/?lang=en
Arrivals, registration and Symposium opening
It is assumed that symposium participants will arrive and register on Monday, 28 August 2023. The Symposium office will be open for registration and information on Monday, 28 August 2023 from 17:00–19:00 h.
The Symposium will officially begin at 18:00 with the Welcome reception.
Registration in Symposium Office at the Symposium Centre
Opening hours:
28 August 2023: 17:00–19:00 h.
29 August– 1 September 2023: 8:30-17:00 h.
Currency: The currency in the Czech Republic is the Czech Crown (Kč = CZK). Exchange rate depends on the exchange office and the current exchange rate. Approximate exchange rates are currently: 1 EUR = 23,5 CZK, 1 USD = 21,5 CZK. In shops, foreign currency is not generally accepted; however, numerous Exchange offices are everywhere.
Arrival – Public transport from the airport to hotels
- To Hotel International Prague (approx. 40 minutes):
Public bus No. 119 from the Prague Airport to Metro A station Nádraží Veleslavín (17 minutes journey, operates from 5–24 h. daily in 5–30 min interval). Bus station is close to terminal exits. Ticket price is 40 CZK in ticket machines or in newspaper stands and is valid for 90 minutes in all Prague transport, means (Metro, tram, bus). With green Metro line A please go to the station Dejvická - the journey will take 4 minutes, it is 2 stations. Than you can take any of the busses 107, 116, 147, 160, 340 or 350 from Dejvická to the station Čínská ( 3 minutes, 1 station) or you can also walk down the hill, approx. 1 km.
- To Hotel Diplomat Prague (approx. 30 minutes):
Public bus No. 119 from the Prague Airport to Metro A station Nádraží Veleslavín (17 minutes journey, operates from 5–24 h. daily in 5–30 min interval). Bus station is close to terminal exits. Ticket price is 32 CZK in ticket machines or in newspaper stands, but 40 CZK, if bought from a driver and is valid for 90 minutes in all Prague transport, means (Metro, tram, bus). With green Metro line A please go to the station Dejvická. The hotel is directly there.
Airport taxi service
The price to the Symposium venue should not exceed 600 CZK.
Public transport system
There are three underground metro lines A, B and C, trams and buses. The journey to the city centre from Metro station Dejvická to Metro station Můstek (Václavské náměstí) takes about 6 min. Tickets can be purchased at the airport or at all Metro stations at ticket vendors. The price of the ticket is 30 CZK valid for 30 mins. (short distance), 40 CZK valid for 90 mins. (basic), 120 CZK valid for 24 hours, 330 CZK valid for 72 hours.
You can also use a credit card to pay for the ticket in some trams.
For more info about public transport in Prague please see www.dpp.cz/en
Beware of thieves and pickpockets! When traveling in Prague just as in other big capitals, take great care of your belongings. Don't leave baggage unattended, in crowded transport systems beware of pickpockets.
Restaurants around the venue
Restaurace Pod Juliskou, Podbabská 1 (Czech food)
Restaurace U Topolů, Jugoslávských partyzánů 32
Pizzeria Grosseto, Jugoslávských partyzánů 8
Weather
At the end of August summer temperatures can be expected (20 to 30 degrees C), however, cool weather and occasional showers are possible, as well as hotter weather.
PRAGUE
Prague is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. On the Vltava river, Prague is home to about 1.3 million people.
Prague is a political, cultural, and economic hub of central Europe, with a rich history and Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectures. It was the capital of the Kingdom of Bohemia and residence of several Holy Roman Emperors, most notably Charles IV (r. 1346–1378).
Prague is home to a number of well-known cultural attractions, many of which survived the violence and destruction of 20th-century Europe. Main attractions include Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square with the Prague astronomical clock, the Jewish Quarter, Petřín hill and Vyšehrad. Since 1992, the historic center of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
The city has more than ten major museums, along with numerous theaters, galleries, cinemas, and other historical exhibits. An extensive modern public transportation system connects the city. It is home to a wide range of public and private schools, including Charles University in Prague, the oldest university in Central Europe.
For more info please see the official tourist website for Prague: https://www.prague.eu/en
Visa information
For information about Visa, please check the official info on the web site of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic: https://www.mzv.cz/jnp/en/information_for_aliens/index.html
If you would need a Letter of invitation, please contact us at org@isp2023.com
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
The registration fee will be refunded (with a deduction of 10 % to cover the handling costs) if participation in the Conference is cancelled in writing before 31 July 2023. No refund will be granted after this date.
Covid-19 related
There are no restrictions right now.