HOW TO GET TO PÍSEK
You can find us at Lipová alej 2068, 397 01 Písek.
Prague to Pisek
Písek can be easily reachabed from Prague (the capital city of the Czech Republic) and takes just over 1 hour to get to Písek by car or bus .
Bus
A one-way bus ticket costs around 150 CZK (approx. 6 EUR) and Student Agency (https://www.studentagency.eu/en/) and Flix Bus (https://global.flixbus.com/) are both reliable companies which which travel between Prague and Pisek.
Train
It is also possible to take a train from the Prague’s Central Railway Station. There is good and frequent train connection between Prague and Písek. It takes a little longer than bus (app. 2 hours) and is a little more expensive (but also more scenic).
Bus and train time schedules and information about prices can be found on their website: https://idos.idnes.cz/en/vlakyautobusy/spojeni/ (in English).
Taxi
For those of you who have a little extra baggage and would like the luxury of being taken directly from the airport in Prague to Pisek, we recommend the Taxi Terminal taxi service (taxiterminal.cz).
Local transport in Písek
In Pisek you can get around without any difficulty on foot or by public transportation. Local buses offer a monthly ticket, which costs 300 CZK (10 euros), or single use tickets for 15 crowns. But, Pisek is small enough to comfortably travel around town on foot. In case of need you can also take a local taxi – we suggest Red Taxi (http://www.redtaxi.cz/, red.pisek@gmail.com, 774 199 300).
PLACES TO VISIT IN AND AROUND PISEK
If you’ve got a little free time on your hands but need some inspiration, check out the following:
Tourist Areas of South Bohemia – https://www.jiznicechy.cz/en/tourist-areas
Amazing Czechia – https://www.amazingczechia.com/
Kudy z Nudy – https://www.kudyznudy.cz/
ACCOMMODATION
FAMO does not have its own dormitory. However, we are ready to help you organise it if you’d like assistance! Prices vary depending on availability and specifics. A quick look at booking.com might be the best place to start if you’re coming only for a short stay. If you’re planning to be with us from a longer period, reach out to our international staff at ifs@filmovka.cz for assistance.
