7 - 11 April 2025
Prague, Czech Republic

Hotel and travel information for Prague

Providing the most up-to-date information to make your travel and onsite experience the best possible
Prague, Czech Republic - home to the SPIE Optics + Optoelectronics biennial event

Welcome to the beautiful and historic city of Prague

Prague is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic, and is a political, cultural, and economic hub of central Europe with a rich history and Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. It is home to about 1.3 million people and is well-known for its many cultural attractions with more than ten major museums, numerous theaters, galleries, cinemas, and other historical exhibits. An extensive modern public transportation system connects the city. Join your colleagues here in April. Learn more about visiting Prague

The Clarion Congress Hotel Prague

The conference hotel offers luxurious rooms and suites, meals and refreshments in two restaurants, and a lobby bar to meet up with friends or colleagues. The central location offers a quick 10 minute ride or walk to access area attractions. The hotel is connected to the Fénix shopping center, a wellness and fitness centre, and extensive underground car parks—truly a world-class experience.

Travel to Prague

Enjoy the beautiful weather and scenery of Prague, the perfect city for a spring meeting. The following information will be provided in the months ahead::

  • airport information
  • public transit services
  • driving directions and parking
  • local attractions
Czech Republic Travel Guide

Visa information

Information to assist in traveling to Prague

Family care while attending the meeting


SPIE believes that individuals with significant caregiving responsibilities should have an equal opportunity to share their research and participate in conferences and symposia.

SPIE Family Care Grants are designed to supplement caregiving costs incurred by SPIE Members who are registered to attend an SPIE meeting, either in person or virtually. See hotel details in the reservation system to find hotels that offer onsite childcare. 

Find information and apply for an SPIE Family Care Grant