Prague, Czechia

Prague

Gothic spires, the Charles Bridge and a hilltop castle.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

3 days in Prague

Day 1

  1. MorningCross Charles Bridge at sunrise and walk up to Prague Castle.
  2. AfternoonExplore the Old Town Square, the astronomical clock and the Jewish Quarter.
  3. EveningHave a beer in a traditional pub in Malá Strana or Vinohrady.

Day 2

Walk Petřín hill and Vyšehrad, or day-trip to Kutná Hora.

Day 3

Walk through Letná park to its beer garden with a view over the bridges, explore the Holešovice district, and end with dinner along the Náplavka riverbank.

What to eat

Trdelník is tourist food; try svíčková and a Pilsner instead.

Local tips

Make the most of Prague

Beat the crowds

Cross Charles Bridge before 8:00, when it's just you and the statues. The Old Town Square clock draws a crowd every hour; watch it once, then explore the side streets.

Best photo spot

Letná Park gives the classic view of the bridges over the river. For a quieter view over the red roofs, go to the gardens next to Strahov Monastery.

Getting there

Don't drive into the centre. From the airport take the bus to the metro, or the Airport Express to the main station. Trams and metro go everywhere; validate your ticket before you ride.

Don't miss nearby

Kutná Hora, about an hour by train, with the Sedlec bone church and a cathedral that rivals Prague's.

Good to know

Pay in Czech crowns and always choose 'pay in CZK' when a card machine offers to convert. Skip the exchange offices on the main squares. The castle grounds are free; the buildings need a ticket.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Prague

Getting there

  • Prague Airport (PRG)13 km away
  • Dresden Airport (DRS)125 km away
  • Dresden120 km away
  • Brno185 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryCzechia

Questions

Prague: good to know

Is Prague worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. Gothic spires, the Charles Bridge and a hilltop castle.

How many days do you need in Prague?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 3-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Prague?

You can visit all year. Cross Charles Bridge before 8:00, when it's just you and the statues. The Old Town Square clock draws a crowd every hour; watch it once, then explore the side streets.

How do you get to Prague?

The nearest airport is Prague Airport (PRG), about 13 km away. Don't drive into the centre. From the airport take the bus to the metro, or the Airport Express to the main station. Trams and metro go everywhere; validate your ticket before you ride.

What is there to see near Prague?

Nearby hidden places include Bohemian Switzerland (90 km), Saxon Switzerland (Bastei) (102 km) and Dresden (119 km).

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