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Prague

The City of a Hundred Spires - a fairytale of Gothic towers, a medieval astronomical clock and Europe's largest ancient castle.

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5 Restaurants
5 Hotels
1 Itineraries

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Quick facts

Best time to visit

May, June and September bring mild, pleasant weather and long days - the best balance of conditions and crowds. July and August are warm and busy. Winter is cold, often snowy and magical for the Christmas markets in December, though daylight is short. Spring and autumn are lovely and good value.

Daily budget
$130
Time zone
GMT+1 (CET)
Language
Czech (English widely spoken in the centre)
Currency
CZK (Czech Koruna (CZK))
Emergency
112
Power
Type C & E · 230V

About Prague

Prague looks like a storybook come to life. Spared the worst of the 20th century's wars, the Czech capital preserves an astonishing sweep of architecture - Romanesque cellars, Gothic spires, Baroque palaces and Art Nouveau facades - all stacked along the curving Vltava river and crowned by the largest ancient castle complex in the world. Add cobbled lanes, hidden courtyards and some of the best and cheapest beer on the planet, and you have one of Europe's most enchanting cities. The classic route is unforgettable: the medieval Old Town Square with its hourly astronomical clock show, the statue-lined Charles Bridge at dawn, and the climb through Mala Strana up to Prague Castle and the soaring St Vitus Cathedral. But Prague rewards exploring beyond the postcard centre too, from the poignant synagogues of the Jewish Quarter to the riverside parks, the Lennon Wall and the buzzing, bohemian neighbourhoods of Vinohrady and Zizkov. Spring and autumn bring mild weather and thinner crowds, summer is lively and warm, and winter turns the city into a magical, snow-dusted Christmas-market scene. Wear comfortable shoes for the cobbles, raise a glass of pilsner, and let the City of a Hundred Spires charm you.

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Things to Do in Prague

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Prague CastleHistorical

Prague Castle

The largest ancient castle complex in the world, a thousand-year seat of Czech power, enclosing palaces, churches, gardens and the spectacular St Vitus Cathedral.

2-3 hours Grounds free, circuit from CZK 2504.7(220,000)
Charles BridgeHistorical

Charles Bridge

The famous 14th-century stone bridge over the Vltava, lined with Baroque statues and street artists, linking the Old Town to Mala Strana. Best at dawn.

30-45 min Free4.8(250,000)
Old Town SquareCulture

Old Town Square

The medieval heart of Prague, ringed by pastel facades and the Gothic Tyn Church, where crowds gather for the hourly show of the famous Astronomical Clock.

1 hour Free (clock tower extra)4.7(200,000)
St Vitus CathedralReligious

St Vitus Cathedral

The soaring Gothic cathedral at the heart of Prague Castle, with dazzling stained glass, royal tombs and a tower climb for sweeping city views.

45 min Included in castle ticket4.8(120,000)
Jewish Quarter (Josefov)Historical

Jewish Quarter (Josefov)

A moving quarter of historic synagogues and the haunting Old Jewish Cemetery, telling the long and tragic story of Prague's Jewish community.

1.5-2 hours From CZK 3504.6(80,000)
Petrin Hill & TowerNature

Petrin Hill & Tower

A green hilltop park reached by funicular, crowned by a mini Eiffel-style lookout tower with the best panorama over the city's spires.

1-2 hours Tower from CZK 2204.6(55,000)
Lennon WallCulture

Lennon Wall

A constantly repainted graffiti wall of John Lennon images and peace messages, a symbol of freedom in the pretty Mala Strana quarter.

20 min Free4.3(40,000)

Where to Eat in Prague

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Cafe Savoy

Cafe Savoy

Cafe / European $$4.6(18,000)

A grand, beautifully restored cafe with a soaring neo-Renaissance ceiling, famous for breakfast, pastries and excellent coffee.

U Modre Kachnicky

U Modre Kachnicky

Czech / Game $$$4.6(9,000)

An intimate, old-world restaurant in Mala Strana renowned for its rich game and roast duck dishes in a cosy, antique setting.

Eska

Eska

Modern Czech $$$4.6(11,000)

A stylish bakery and restaurant in trendy Karlin, putting an inventive contemporary spin on Czech ingredients and traditions.

Lokal

Lokal

Czech / Pub $4.5(30,000)

A buzzing modern take on the Czech pub, serving classic dishes like svickova and schnitzel with perfectly poured fresh Pilsner Urquell.

Sister's Bistro

Sister's Bistro

Czech / Open Sandwiches $4.5(12,000)

A bright, modern bistro reinventing the classic Czech chlebicky open sandwich with fresh, creative toppings - a great cheap lunch.

Where to Stay in Prague

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Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Augustine, a Luxury Collection Hotel

Luxury $$$$4.8(3,000)

A serene luxury hotel set in a former 13th-century monastery below the castle, with a spa, atmospheric bar and beautiful courtyards.

Golden Well Hotel

Golden Well Hotel

Boutique $$$$4.8(2,000)

A tiny, romantic boutique hotel tucked beneath the castle, with a celebrated rooftop restaurant and breathtaking views over the rooftops.

Hotel Pariz

Hotel Pariz

Luxury $$$4.6(2,500)

A magnificent Art Nouveau landmark hotel from 1904 near the Old Town, full of period grandeur, with a brasserie and spa.

Hostel One Home

Hostel One Home

Hostel $4.5(4,500)

A famously social hostel in lively Vinohrady, known for its free nightly family dinners, friendly staff and easy tram access.

Mosaic House

Mosaic House

Mid-Range $$4.4(4,000)

A bright, eco-friendly design hotel and hostel hybrid with a music bar, central yet quieter, near the river and Charles Square.

Prague Itineraries

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3-day trip

Classic 3 Days in Prague

easy EUR 300 - 550

A fairytale loop through the Old Town and Charles Bridge, Prague Castle and Mala Strana, and the Jewish Quarter, with great beer throughout.

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Prague Budget Guide

CategoryBudgetMid-RangeLuxury
Flights$450 - $1,000$450 - $1,000$450 - $1,000
Accommodation$25/night$90/night$300/night
Food$15/day$35/day-
Activities$20/day$20/day$20/day
Local Transport$5/day$5/day$5/day
Daily Average$55$130$360

Local currency: Czech Koruna (CZK)

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