Hotels in the Old Town or Malá Strana HotelEverything is within walking distance, and trams are nearby.
3Days
12Stops
9Meal tips
About £70-120 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget
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A three-day Prague plan that follows the city from the Old Town Square and the Jewish Quarter to Prague Castle and the Lesser Town, and ends with quieter hills and riverside walks. Prague is compact and good value, though the busiest streets are crowded in summer. Best in spring and autumn.
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Kutná Hora and Bone Church day trip TourA World Heritage town known for the Sedlec Ossuary.
Czech beer tasting experience ActivityA guided way to try several local styles.
Day by day
Old Town and the Jewish Quarter
09:00
Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock
A medieval square with the famous Orloj clock, which performs a mechanical show on the hour. Visit early to avoid the crowds.
View on map ↗💡 You can climb the Old Town Hall tower for a view.
10:30
Jewish Quarter synagogues
A group of historic synagogues and an old cemetery tell the story of Prague's Jewish community. A combined ticket covers most sites.
View on map ↗💡 Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
14:00
Powder Tower and Municipal House
An old gate tower and an Art Nouveau civic hall. The cafés inside are grand, if pricey.
View on map ↗💡 Peek inside the Municipal House café for the decor.
17:30
Charles Bridge at sunset
A medieval stone bridge lined with statues. Go at sunrise or sunset to enjoy it with fewer people.
View on map ↗💡 Watch your belongings in crowds.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastCzech bakery breakfastCzech · $
lunchGoulash with dumplingsCzech · $
dinnerTraditional Czech dinnerCzech · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 1Tickets and tours: Old Town Square and the Astro… 🏨 Find a hotel
Prague Castle and Petřín Hill
09:00
Prague Castle
The largest ancient castle complex in the world, including St Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane. Choose a circuit ticket that suits your time.
View on map ↗💡 Arrive early to avoid queues at the gate.
13:00
Lunch in the Lesser Town
Cobbled streets below the castle have cafés and restaurants. Prices drop away from the main routes.
View on map ↗💡 Try svíčková, beef in cream sauce.
15:00
Strahov Monastery library and brewery
See an ornate historic library, then try beer brewed at the monastery brewery on site.
View on map ↗💡 Library visits are limited to a viewing area.
17:00
Petřín Hill and lookout tower
Ride the funicular up the hill or walk through the park. The lookout tower looks like a mini Eiffel Tower with city views.
View on map ↗💡 Walking down is pleasant and free.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastHotel breakfastCzech · $
lunchSvíčková in Malá StranaCzech · $$
dinnerPub dinner with Czech beerCzech · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Prague Castle
Vyšehrad and riverside Prague
10:00
Vyšehrad fortress and cemetery
A quiet hilltop fortress with views of the Vltava and a cemetery where composers such as Dvořák are buried.
View on map ↗💡 Grounds. Fewer tourists than at the castle.
12:30
Dancing House and riverside walk
A deconstructivist building known as Fred and Ginger, then a stroll beside the river.
View on map ↗💡 There is a rooftop café with views, though prices are high.
14:30
Lennon Wall and Kampa Island
A wall covered in graffiti and messages of peace, then a quiet island with parks and a mill stream.
View on map ↗💡 Kampa is a calm place for coffee.
18:00
Vltava river cruise
A relaxed evening cruise under the bridges of Prague. Some include dinner and music.
View on map ↗💡 Choose a sunset departure.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastCoffee and pastryCzech · $
lunchLunch near VyšehradCzech · $
dinnerFinal dinner by the riverCzech · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: Vyšehrad fortress and cemetery
Good to know
✈️ Getting thereVáclav Havel Airport connects to the centre by bus 119 and metro (about 40 minutes), or by airport express bus.
🚆 Getting aroundThe centre is walkable. Trams and the metro are cheap, and a 24- or 72-hour pass is good value.
💷 CurrencyCzech koruna (CZK). Cards are accepted in most places, but use bank ATMs rather than street exchange booths.
🗣 LanguageCzech. English is widely used in tourist areas.
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