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Prague travel guide

Guide me through Prague

With its winding cobblestone streets and medieval charm, a visit to Prague quickly feels like a trip back in time. Take in the city’s fairytale character by strolling its beautiful squares, crossing the iconic Charles Bridge, and admiring its towers and historic buildings. Don’t miss out on excellent food and the world’s best beer in Czech Republic’s capital!

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Prague Top 5

Walk over Charles Bridge

Tour the Castle District

Visit a museum

Try the local beer

See Sedlec Ossuary chapel

Best things to do in Prague

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To immerse yourself in Prague’s medieval history and learn why the capital is the way it is today, take a Free Walking Tour at the beginning of your visit (don’t forget to tip your guide at the end).
 
Old Town Square is undoubtedly the center of Prague and has been virtually untouched since the 10th century. Watch the procession of the Twelve Apostles at the astronomical clock in the main square every hour on the hour. Under the Old Town Hall, you’ll find a series of catacombs featuring exhibits showcasing medieval life.
 
Cross the city’s iconic Charles Bridge, best enjoyed early in the morning, late at night, or for sunset. Visit Prague Castle and walk its gardens and grounds, there is a lot to explore in the city’s most famous palace. Located in the Old Town, the Jewish Quarter, called Josefov, is home to beautiful synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetry and is well worth visiting.
 
Relax in one of Prague’s fantastic parks by having a picnic or simply enjoying some people-watching. Great parks to do so are Stromovka, Grébovka (also Havlíček Gardens), Ladronka, Petřín Hill, Hvězda, Vyšehrad Gardens, and Letna.
 
Once part of the original city gates, the Powder Tower nowadays provides a fantastic birds-eye perspective of the city and a small museum. The Vyšehrad Castle offers picturesque views of the city from the hill as well as access to interesting rooms and exhibitions inside the castle (the general admission to the castle grounds is free).
 
Another eye-catching building is the Dancing House, Prague’s modern face. This unusual building houses a restaurant, an art gallery, and a bar with a rooftop terrace.
 
Don’t miss a visit to Kutná Hora, located a few kilometers outside of Prague. Its chapel Sedlec Ossuary is home to more than 40 000 bones and decoratively displays them.

Best museums to visit in Prague

Museums

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There are more than 70 museums to visit in Czech Republic’s capital. Stroll its many art museums or galleries to marvel at some masterpieces. Check out the Castle Picture Gallery, Lobkowicz Palace, Rudolfinum Gallery, or the Mucha Museum if you are a fan of art.
 
Visit the National Museum (divided into several buildings) to learn about local culture, visit the Franz Kafka Museum or some of Prague’s specialty museums. Examples are the Museum of Communism, the Museum of Alchemy or Laboratory, the Museum of Miniatures, the Train Museum, the Sex Machines Museum, Prague’s Public Transport Museum, and the Old Sewage Cleaning Station.
 
A visit to the Lego Museum and the interactive Karel Zeman Museum can be a great option when traveling with children.
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More fun activities to do in Prague

Other Activities

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If the weather allows, enjoy the city’s river Vltava. You can do several activities such as taking a river cruise, renting a paddleboat during the day, or joining a booze cruise at night. Along the river lies Petřín Hill, which is great for having a picnic in the green. Visit Prague’s iconic Petřín Tower and explore other viewpoints and things this hill has to offer.

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Top unique experiences in Prague

Unique Experiences

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As already mentioned, taking a tour of Prague is a great way to get to know the city. Why not do so on a more specialized tour? See Prague through the eyes of homeless people by supporting Pragulic – and discover places off the beaten path, hidden spots, and incredible life stories! Or take an Alternative Prague Tour made by artists and musicians that will lead you to secret street art, hip markets, and unique beer gardens. Prague’s Underground Tour catapults you back into the times of the Cold War by visiting an old bunker.
 
Tram 22 is one of the city’s most scenic tram lines and a good way to visit Prague Castle. Hop on the tram and take a sightseeing tour by passing through the New Town before reaching the Castle District. Another way of exploring the city in an alternative way is by following the trace of David Cerny’s sculptures that are spread throughout the city, one is hanging 20 meters high over Husova Street in the Old Town.

Best food to try in Prague

Local Delicacies

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After some sightseeing is done, indulge yourself with local hearty comfort food. Amongst the most traditional meals are goulash, roast pork with dumplings and cabbage, and marinated sirloin in cream or dill sauce. Another iconic dish is smazeny syr (fried cheese with fries and mayonnaise). Did you know that trdelnik (spit cake wrapped around a stick) does not originate from the Czech Republic? Try instead koláč for a local tread for the sweet tooth.
 
There’s no way to leave Prague without trying its fabulous beer. Local beer can be best enjoyed by relaxing at one of the city’s many beer gardens or pubs. If your passion for beer goes even further, you can find plenty of beer-related activities such as guided craft beer tastings, beer bike tours, beer baths, or tours of the Staropramen brewery.
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Best travel tips for Prague

Useful travel tips

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To enjoy Prague to the fullest, enjoy the seasonal and free activities around the city. During summer, Prague’s parks become alive. Have a picnic or enjoy a free concert or performance. Beautiful Valdštejnský Gardens are a great place to do so. In winter, Christmas markets pop up all over the city, immersing it in a magical atmosphere. Visit also Prague’s elaborated churches with Saint Vitus Cathedral, Saint Nicholas’ Church, and The Church of Our Lady Before Tyn being great examples for free sightseeing.
 
When in Prague, avoid typical tourist traps such as getting incredibly expensive ham at the stands at Old Town Square, buying fake Absinth, or exchanging money in the city center (withdraw from the ATMs or exchange inside the banks instead).
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Transportation tips for Prague

Transportation

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Prague’s public transport system relies on the tram, metro, and bus lines. Ticket fares are time-dependent. Night service (from about 0:30 to 4:30) replaces daily metro, tram, and bus lines. To get around the city like a local, download the Jizdni Rady app, where you can find all stations, and schedules altogether with places where to transfer.

Best Day Trips from Prague

Best Day Trips

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Prague offers plenty of fantastic sightseeing options, attractions, and activities. Depending on the time you’re staying or if you have been to the city before, consider a day trip to one of these surrounding gems:
  • Bohemian Switzerland National Park lying on the Czech side of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains
  • Karlovy Vary, a spa town located in an area home to numerous hot springs
  • Cesky Krumlov, a beautiful Czech town and UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Other cities well worth visiting such as Ostrava, Telc, Brno, Plzen, Terezin or Karlstejn.
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