When it comes to traveling in the Czech Republic, knowing a few key navigational phrases in Czech can make your journey much smoother. Whether you’re trying to find your way around Prague’s winding streets or exploring the countryside, these phrases will help you get directions, locate important places, and communicate with locals more effectively.

Kde je… – “Where is…”
This phrase is essential for finding any place, whether it’s a street, a building, or a landmark.
Promiňte, kde je Staroměstské náměstí? – “Excuse me, where is the Old Town Square?”

Odbočte vlevo/vpravo – “Turn left/right”
This phrase will help you navigate when someone is giving you directions.
Na křižovatce odbočte vpravo. – “Turn right at the intersection.”

Rovně – “Straight ahead”
Use this when you need to go forward or if you’re confirming that your path does not require any turns.
Jděte rovně až k muzeu. – “Go straight ahead to the museum.”

Je to daleko? – “Is it far?”
Ask this to find out how much further you have to travel to reach your destination.
Je to daleko na hlavní nádraží odtud? – “Is it far to the main train station from here?”

Můžete mi to ukázat na mapě? – “Can you show me on the map?”
When you’re holding a map and need someone to point out a location, this phrase is useful.
Promiňte, můžete mi ukázat, kde jsme, na mapě? – “Excuse me, can you show me where we are on the map?”

Kolik to stojí? – “How much does it cost?”
This question is not strictly about navigation but is quite essential when determining the price of a transport service like a bus ticket or a taxi fare.
Kolik to stojí na letiště taxíkem? – “How much does it cost to get to the airport by taxi?”

Autobusová zastávka – “Bus stop”
Knowing this term will help you locate where you can catch a bus.
Omlouvám se, víte, kde je nejbližší autobusová zastávka? – “I’m sorry, do you know where the nearest bus stop is?”

Vlakové nádraží – “Train station”
An important place to know if you’re planning on traveling between cities or regions by train.
Jak se dostanu na vlakové nádraží? – “How do I get to the train station?”

Lékařská pomoc – “Medical help”
It’s critical to know how to ask for medical help or locate a medical facility, such as a hospital or a clinic.
Potřebuju lékařskou pomoc, je tu nějaká nemocnice? – “I need medical help, is there a hospital nearby?”

Toaleta – “Toilet”
Whether in a restaurant, a mall, or just walking around, it’s useful to know how to ask for the bathroom.
Promiňte, kde je toaleta? – “Excuse me, where is the toilet?”

Remember, when using these phrases, speak clearly and don’t be afraid to ask locals to repeat or speak slower if you don’t understand the first time. Czechs usually appreciate the effort you make to speak their language and will be eager to help you find your way. Ve šťastné cestě! (Safe travels!)