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30 things to do in Prague, where to stay, airport transfers, 2 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Prague
- Prague Castle — castle complex in Prague, Czechia, dating from the 9th century (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Charles Bridge — bridge in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 15 min)
- St. Vitus Cathedral — Roman Catholic cathedral in Prague (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Prague Astronomical Clock — Astronomical Clock in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 40 min)
- National Museum in Prague — Czech museum institution (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Wenceslas Square — city square in Prague (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Vyšehrad — historic fort in Prague (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Old Town Square — square in the Old Town quarter of Prague (visit ≈ 15 min)
- National Gallery Prague — art museum in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Church of Our Lady before Týn — church building in Old Town, Czechia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Strahov Monastery — church complex in Prague (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Old New Synagogue — synagogue in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Žižkov Television Tower — TV tower in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Powder Tower — tower in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Spanish Synagogue — synagogue in Prague (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Prague Zoo — zoo (visit ≈ 150 min)
- St. George's Basilica — church in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- St. Nicholas Church — church in Prague in Malá Strana neighborhood (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Bethlehem Chapel — building in the Old Town of Prague (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Wallenstein Palace — Palace in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Ss. Cyril and Methodius Cathedral — church in Prague (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Infant Jesus of Prague — wooden-wax statuette in the Church of Our Lady Victorious in Malá Strana in Prague (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Estates Theatre — theatre and opera house in Prague, Czechia, operated by the National Theatre company (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Church of Saint Nicholas — church in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Břevnov Monastery — monastery in Prague, Czechia (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Petřín Lookout Tower — tower in Prague (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Kinsky Palace — important rococo building in Prague's Old Town Square (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Maisel Synagogue — synagogue (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Basilika of St. Ludmila — church (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Queen Anne's Summer Palace — belvedere in Prague (visit ≈ 120 min)
2-day Prague walking itinerary
Starting point: Old Town (Staré Město). The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 10.0 km · 13,480 steps · 2 h 14 min on the way): Old Town Square → Wenceslas Square → National Museum in Prague → Vyšehrad → Prague Castle
- Day 2 (≈ 4.1 km · 5,570 steps · 54 min on the way): St. Vitus Cathedral → Charles Bridge → Prague Astronomical Clock
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Prague
- Dancing House — Deconstructivist riverside building said to resemble a dancing couple; rooftop bar with views. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Lennon Wall — Colourful Malá Strana wall covered in ever-changing graffiti and messages of peace. (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Klementinum — Historic Jesuit complex with a Baroque library hall and astronomical tower; visit by guided tour. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Golden Lane — Storybook lane of tiny colourful houses tucked against the castle walls. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Old Jewish Cemetery — Josefov's moving historic cemetery, crowded with thousands of tilted, layered headstones. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Nový Svět — Quiet, charming lanes of old houses near the castle, away from the tourist crush. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Idiom Book Tower — A column of books at the municipal library that mirrors make look infinite. (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Riegrovy Sady — Local park in Vinohrady with grassy slopes facing the castle at sunset and a beer garden. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Prague Metronome — Giant metronome in Letná Park on the site of a former Stalin monument, overlooking the bridges. (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Mucha Museum — Small museum devoted to Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha's posters, drawings and photographs. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Loreta — Baroque pilgrimage site in Hradčany with a Holy House replica, a carillon that chimes hourly and a treasury. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- National Technical Museum — Museum in Letná whose huge hall holds vintage cars, locomotives and aircraft; great with kids. (visit ≈ 120 min)
- DOX Centre for Contemporary Art — Contemporary art in a former factory in Holešovice, topped by Gulliver, a giant airship-shaped reading space. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Rudolfinum — 19th-century neo-Renaissance concert and gallery building on the Vltava, home of the Czech Philharmonic. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Franz Kafka Museum — Malá Strana museum telling the writer's bond with Prague in a dark, maze-like layout, with a famous statue outside. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Vinárna Čertovka Lane — The city's narrowest lane: a stepped passage just 70 cm wide, run by its own pedestrian traffic light. (visit ≈ 10 min)
- Museum Kampa — Central European modern art in an old riverside mill, with giant crawling-baby sculptures outside. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Nerudova Street — Climbing street to the castle lined with baroque houses bearing historic house signs (swan, horse, violin). (visit ≈ 25 min)
- Head of Franz Kafka — Giant kinetic sculpture of 42 rotating steel slices outside the Quadrio passage, constantly reshaping itself. (visit ≈ 10 min)
- Prague Market (Holešovice) — Market and arts complex in former slaughterhouse halls, mixing stalls, galleries and a theatre. (visit ≈ 60 min)
Where to stay in Prague
- Old Town (Staré Město): Near Old Town Square and Charles Bridge; the most central spot.
- Malá Strana: Below Prague Castle, romantic and calm with baroque streets.
- New Town (Nové Město): Around Wenceslas Square; strong metro and tram links.
- Vinohrady: Leafy, calm residential area with good cafés and fair prices.
- Žižkov: Packed with bars and pubs, budget-friendly and local.
- Karlín: A revamped, quiet area with modern restaurants.
Getting from the airport to Prague
- Václav Havel (PRG): Airport Express (AE) bus ≈ 35 min
Getting around
The centre is walkable; trams and metro are fast and frequent. Buy a 24 or 72-hour ticket and validate it on first use.
Classic places to eat
- U Fleků: Brewpub making its own dark lager since 1499.
- U Zlatého tygra: An old locals’ pub serving Pilsner Urquell.
- U Medvídků: Historic beer hall; strong X-Beer and Czech food.
- U Pinkasů: Since 1843; tank Pilsner and svíčková.
- Lokál Dlouhááá: Fresh tank beer and classic Czech dishes; great schnitzel.
- Café Louvre: Since 1902; a café once visited by Kafka and Einstein.
- Kavárna Slavia: Classic café facing the river and the castle.
- Café Imperial: Czech food in a tiled Art Deco hall.
- Kavárna Obecní dům: Coffee and cake inside the Art Nouveau Municipal House.
MICHELIN-starred restaurants
Last known stars; check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- Field — 1 MICHELIN star, Modern Czech
- La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise — 1 MICHELIN star, Modern Czech
Romantic views
- Charles Bridge (Early morning): The statue-lined stone bridge is nearly empty early in the morning.
- Letná Park (Sunset): A terrace showing the Vltava bridges one after another.
- Petřín Hill (Sunset): A hill beside the castle with a rose garden and wooded paths.
- Kampa Island (Evening): A calm riverside park with old mill wheels.
- Vyšehrad (Sunset): From the old fortress walls you look over the river and city.
Football stadiums in Prague
- Fortuna Arena: Home of SK Slavia Prague
- Letná Stadium: Home of AC Sparta Prague
- Ďolíček: Home of Bohemians 1905
- Stadion Juliska: Home of FK Dukla Prague
Day trips
- Karlštejn Castle — 23 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Prague
- Fine: In Prague stamp paper tickets in the yellow machine on first boarding; plain-clothes inspectors fine.
- Fine: Many public spaces in central Prague ban street drinking; organised night pub crawls are also banned.
- Fine: Zero tolerance for drink-driving; motorways need an e-vignette.
- Fine: Smoking is banned in restaurants and bars.
- Warning: The currency is the Czech koruna; "0% commission" exchange booths often give terrible rates.
- Warning: In Prague use an app or official rank instead of hailing taxis.
- Emergency: 112 (police 158, ambulance 155, fire 150)
- Plugs: C/E, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
- Tipping: Rounding up by about 10% is customary; say so when paying.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Czechia, Wikivoyage — Czech Republic, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Prague travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Prague?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 4 days for the top 20 places within walking distance. Add extra days for day trips (Karlštejn Castle).
- What are the top things to do in Prague?
- Highlights: Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral, Prague Astronomical Clock and National Museum in Prague. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Prague?
- Old Town (Staré Město): Near Old Town Square and Charles Bridge; the most central spot. Other options: Malá Strana, New Town (Nové Město), Vinohrady, Žižkov and Karlín.
- How do you get from the airport to Prague city centre?
- Václav Havel (PRG): Airport Express (AE) bus ≈ 35 min
- How do you get around Prague?
- The centre is walkable; trams and metro are fast and frequent. Buy a 24 or 72-hour ticket and validate it on first use.
- Which MICHELIN-starred restaurants are in Prague?
- According to the last known data there are 2 starred restaurants: Field (1 star), La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise (1 star). Check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- What is the emergency number in Prague?
- Emergency: 112 (police 158, ambulance 155, fire 150).
- Do you tip in Prague?
- Rounding up by about 10% is customary; say so when paying.
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