City, Prague Open Data
APIFree open data API for Prague city government datasets
Overview
The Prague Open Data API provides RESTful access to diverse city government datasets, including public transport schedules, air quality metrics, cultural event listings, and urban planning records. Endpoints support filtering, sorting, and pagination to retrieve targeted data subsets. Responses are available in JSON, CSV, or XML formats depending on the dataset. Use cases include building civic apps for real-time transit tracking, conducting environmental research, creating cultural event calendars, or visualizing urban development trends for residents and tourists.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('http://opendata.praha.eu/en')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful endpoints
- Multiple formats (JSON/CSV/XML)
- No API key required
- Filtering & pagination
- Diverse civic datasets
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is City, Prague Open Data free to use?
Yes, all datasets are free for non-commercial and commercial use under open licenses like Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY).
? Does it require an API Key?
Most endpoints do not require an API key; however, bulk access to large datasets may have specific usage guidelines.
? What is the response format?
Responses vary by dataset but commonly include JSON, CSV, and XML formats.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free for all uses
- ⊕ Rich dataset variety
- ⊕ Easy integration
- ⊕ Regular updates
- ⊕ Open licensing
Cons
- ⊖ Some non-English documentation gaps
- ⊖ Rate limits for high-volume access
- ⊖ Inconsistent data structures across datasets