Tourism trends in Czech Republic and Slovakia show regional shifts

Tourism in the Czech Republic and Slovakia is showing distinct trends based on traveler type and location. In the Czech Republic, the second quarter saw 6.4 million guests in hotels and pensions, a 0.5% year-on-year increase driven entirely by domestic visitors. While foreign tourism has stagnated, travelers remain concentrated in Prague, where high-end services see significant spending. Conversely, regional growth is uneven; the Moravian-Silesian Region reported a 7.3% increase in visitors, with notable growth in Opava Silesia and Poodří, while other areas like the Karlovy Vary Region struggle.

In the Plzeň Region, while overall accommodation numbers have declined since 2012, the total number of guests reached its highest level in 14 years. Foreigners tend to prefer hotels, while domestic tourists favor pensions and camps.

In Slovakia, camping is a growing trend, with approximately 250,000 visitors in 2025, marking a 7% increase from the previous year. The market is diversifying beyond traditional tents to include caravans and luxury glamping, with glamping prices starting around 100 EUR per night.