“A tourist trap is an establishment, or group of establishments, that has been created with the aim of attracting tourists and their money”
Father Bunny
Tourist traps will typically provide services, entertainment, souvenirs and other products for tourists to purchase, and these will often be at inflated prices (compared to the local economy).” (Wikipedia)
The area around the Astromical clock in Prague is a good example where people writing a thesis about this subject will encounter endless examples.
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Short list of tourist traps in Prague
- Currency exchange offices: Some currency exchange offices in Prague offer very poor exchange rates or charge high fees.
- Restaurants in tourist areas: Restaurants in popular tourist areas can be overpriced and of low quality.
- Street vendors: Street vendors in Prague may try to sell low-quality souvenirs or overpriced snacks to tourists.
- Trabant tours: While Trabant tours can be a fun way to explore the city, the price is ridiculous.
- Taxis: Some taxi drivers in Prague may overcharge tourists, especially if they are not familiar with the local currency.
- Charles Bridge artists: Charles Bridge is a popular attraction in Prague, some of the artists who sell their work on the bridge, sell crap.
- Scams: Like in any major tourist destination, there are scammers in Prague who may try to trick tourists into giving them money. Examples include fake petitions, “found” wedding rings, and the “shell game” on the streets.
