The venue

Prague University of Economics and Business

The 9th EMOS Workshop will be taking place at the Prague University of Economics and Business, located on Italska Budova, W. Churchill sq. 4, Prague 3

How to reach the venue 

The venue is easily accessible by public transport, with multiple transport hubs at walking distance

From Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

• From the airport, take bus number 119 to Nádraží Veleslavín metro station (Line A/green line).   
• Board the metro towards Depo Hostivař and travel 8 stops to Namesti Miru.
• Then, transfer to bus 135 heading towards Florenc (shared stop with trams) and continue for 3 stops until you reach Namesti Winstona Churchilla. 

We recommend public transport unless you have extra-large luggage or walking limitations.    

From GranDior Hotel

• Simply take the metro Florenc (Line C/ red line) to the Main Railway Station, and from there, it's just a 10-minute walk.
• Upon reaching the station hall, proceed through the Sever/North passage to the platforms, and continue all the way to the end, beyond Platform 7. From there, use the passenger passage that leads directly to W. Churchill Square. 

Alternatively, you have two other options: 

• Take bus 135 from Florenc (to stop namesti Winstona Churchilla), conveniently located just in front of the entrance. 
• Use trams numbered 5, 9, 15, or 26 to the Viktoria Zizkov stop, which is approximately a 6-minute walk away. 

All these transportation options will lead you to W. Churchill Square, making it a breeze to access the venue. 

The hotel

GranDior Hotel Prague

If you stay at GranDior Hotel Prague, please use the main entrance located on Na Poříčí 42, 110 00 Prague 1 or the secondary entrance and garage entrance located on Na Florenci 29, 110 00 Prague 1.

How to reach the hotel

The Grandior Hotel Prague is located in the city centre, so depending on your preference and budget, you can choose the transportation option that best suits your needs. Public transport is generally cost-effective, while taxis or private transfers offer more convenience and a direct journey to the hotel. 

From Prague International Airport  

By public transport (Bus and Metro): 

• From the airport, take bus number 119 to Nádraží Veleslavín metro station (Line A/green line).  
• Board the metro towards Depo Hostivař and travel 7 stops to Muzeum station.  
• At Muzeum station, transfer to Line C/red Line and take the metro for two stops to Florenc station.  
• The GranDior Hotel Prague is a short walk from Florenc station.  

By taxi: Taxis are readily available at the airport, but consider using licensed taxis. Taking a taxi provides a convenient and direct option to reach the GranDior Hotel Prague.  

By Airport Shuttle Services: Various shuttle companies offer transport between the airport and various hotels in Prague, including the GranDior Hotel Prague. You can pre-book an airport shuttle service or find them at the airport upon arrival.  

By Uber / Bolt: Ride-hailing apps like Uber or Bolt offer a convenient and cost-effective way to travel from the airport to the city center.   

By private transfers: You can arrange a private transfer service in advance, where a driver will meet you at the airport and take you directly to the GranDior Hotel.  

 Networking dinner 

The networking dinner will be held on 26 October 2023, from 19:00 to 22:00 h at Loď Pivovar, Štefánikův most Dvořákovo nábřeží Kotviště číslo 19, 110 00 Prague 1

How to reach Loď Pivovar from the GranDior Hotel Prague

Option 1:

Take Bus Number 207 from Bílá Labuť Bus Station, and ride for 3 stops until you reach Nemocnice na Františku. From there, it's just a short 4-minute walk (approximately 260 meters) to Loď Pivovar. If you choose this option you will need a total of 11 minutes from the hotel to the dinner venue.

Option 2:

Alternatively, you can opt for Tram Number 8. Ride for 2 stops until you reach Dlouhá Třída, and then embark on an 8-minute walk, covering a distance of around 650 meters, to reach Loď Pivovar. If you choose this option you will need a total of 13 minutes from the hotel to the dinner venue.

Ticket system for public transport in Prague 

Prague's public transport system offers several types of tickets to cater to different travel needs. You can choose from short-term tickets for 30-minute, 90-minute, 24-hours, and 72-hours. These tickets are valid for all modes of public transport within Prague. 

Here are the costs of some common tickets: 

• 30-minute ticket: 30 CZK 
• 90-minute ticket: 40 CZK 
• 24-hour ticket: 120 CZK 
• 72-hour ticket: 330 CZK 
  
• (1 EUR ≈ 24-25 CZK) 

Tickets are available for purchase at yellow ticket vending machines found at the airport bus stop, metro stations, and selected tram and bus stops (card payments accepted). Additionally, convenience stores and newspaper kiosks offer ticket sales (mostly accepting card payments, but not always). All trams and buses are equipped with orange onboard vending machines, accepting contactless payment with Visa/Mastercard for 30-minute, 90-minute, and 24-hour tickets. Alternatively, tickets can be bought through mobile apps or online at www.dpp.cz 

The ticket system is organized into zones, and the basic Zone P includes the whole city, including the airport. The outer zones mainly cater to long-distance commuters, but the basic P-zone is sufficient for general city travel. Map of the zones you can find here. 

To use your ticket:

• Ensure that you validate it when boarding trams, buses, or entering the metro station. Look for the yellow ticket validation machines located in trams and buses or at metro entrances. At the airport bus stop, validators are also available at the bus stop to expedite passenger boarding.
• Once validated, the ticket remains valid for the specified duration (e.g., 30 minutes or 24 hours). Tickets purchased onboard trams and buses with contactless payment are immediately valid from the time of purchase. 

All tickets permit unlimited transfers within their validity period, allowing you to switch seamlessly between trams, buses, the metro, Vltava River ferries, and the Petrin Hill funicular as needed. 

Money exchange  

The currency in the Czech Republic is Czech Crona (CZK) with an exchange rate: 1 EUR ≈ 24-25 CZK. 

We highly recommend against exchanging money at the airport or using "touristic" non-banking ATMs due to their unfavourable exchange rates and high ATM charges. Instead, it is much better to utilize exchange offices in the city centre or the standard ATMs of reputable banks. Additionally, you will find that contactless payment is widely accepted and convenient at most places throughout the city.