Prague Travel Guide

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Prague
Astronomical Clock showing a city, heritage elements and heritage architecture
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Prague Travel Guide Video

Admire the churches, be in awe of the cathedrals, explore the castles, love the people – and let the Czech capital be an inspiration.

With some cities, you make a bee-line straight for the top museums and galleries. With Prague, the city is the top museum and gallery. The world is a better place for Prague's towering Cathedrals, grand Gothic churches, opulent palaces and streets paved with architectural gold.You might come to Prague for its glimmering architectural wonders, but expect to take a little piece of Czech soul away with you. As Prague author Kafka said, “Mother Prague has sharp little claws.”You’ll start to feel those claws as you as soon as you enter the Old Town. Its dense mosaic of medieval streets and alleys is never less than charming, and is often awe-inspiring. Especially when you step out into the Staromestske Namesti (The Old Town Square). The Baroque St.Nicholas Church makes a delicate white-clad stab up, at its western end. To the east, the Tyn Church throws dark spikes skywards from two tall towers.Turn the corner, and you'll find a piece of pure Czech genius adorning the Old Town Hall – the Prazsky Orloj, or Prague Astronomical Clock. Not only does it keeps track of the Zodiac, while putting on an hourly mechanical procession, it can also tell the time in three different ways. Head to the river and you'll find genius with a more modern take.The Dancing House (or Tancici Dum) could be an architect's joke – who'd want to put a pair of warped glass-fronted modernistic towers in a World Heritage site – but it's a joke clever enough to work. If you'd rather have it grand, than playful, the six-centuries old Charles Bridge (or Karlus Most) will carry you elegantly across the Vltava river.Up on the west-bank hill, overlooking both the Old and New Towns, is the Prague Castle (or Prazsky Hrad). This complex is more a set of palatial buildings – Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque and more – than a castle. Enclosed by the Castle is St. Vitus Cathedral – home to Bohemia's national treasures and saintly bones.There's a more contemplative side to Prague back across the river in the Jewish Quarter. Prague had the largest Jewish community in Europe, before persecution drove them away. The Old Jewish Cemetery is a sobering reminder of a community with defiance in its bones. Just like the Prague citizens who gathered in Wenceslas Square to demand freedom in 1989 resulting in the Velvet Revolution.

Where to stay in Prague

Charles Bridge which includes heritage elements, a bridge and a city

Prague City Center

Prague Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square are top sights in Prague City Center, and you should be sure to explore the acclaimed art galleries. Hop aboard the metro at Karlovy Lázně Stop or Staroměstská Stop to see more sights in the area.

Prague City Center
Czech Republic showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Stare Mesto

5/5(80 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Prague Astronomical Clock to Old Town Square – discover Stare Mesto, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Stare Mesto
Prague featuring a city

Prague 1

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Known for its popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Prague 1. Check out top attractions like Old Town Square and Prague Astronomical Clock, and jump on the metro at Staromestska Station or Staroměstská Stop to see more of the city.

Prague 1
Nove Mesto showing heritage elements, a city and railway items

Nové Město

4.5/5(111 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charles Square to New Town Hall – discover Nové Město, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nové Město
Mala Strana featuring a city and landscape views

Mala Strana

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Lesser Town Bridge Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mala Strana. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Malostranské Náměstí Stop or Hellichova Stop.

Mala Strana
Nove Mesto which includes a bay or harbour

Prague 2

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Prague 2. You can visit top attractions like Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and St. Charles the Great and New Town Hall, and jump on the metro at Náměstí Míru Stop or Namesti Miru Station to see more of the city.

Prague 2
Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague

Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague

5 out of 5
Vladislavova 1477/20, Praha 1 - Nove Mesto, Prague
The price is NZ$270 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$270
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,684 reviews)
"The included breakfast that we had with our booking was out of this world! I love the on sight bar and lounge area as we had several family and friends also staying on sight too and this provided a great place to meet and socialize. The comfort of the rooms was fabulous and the shower was one of ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague
Grandior Hotel Prague

Grandior Hotel Prague

5 out of 5
Na Porici 42, Prague
The price is NZ$182 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$182
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,186 reviews)
"Truely, I just love the state of it’s been and very likely I will be spending more time when next I come to Vienna ."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Grandior Hotel Prague
 Almanac X Alcron Prague

Almanac X Alcron Prague

5 out of 5
Stepanska 40, Prague
The price is NZ$329 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$329
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (733 reviews)
"It was a wonderful hotel to stay in and location was very good"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Almanac X Alcron Prague
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
City Pop 2Night Prague - Self check-in

City Pop 2Night Prague - Self check-in

4 out of 5
Legerova 1627/61, Prague
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Prague Astronomical Clock and Old ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (162 reviews)
"The property had everything we needed to make the stay comfortable (small kitchen was nice to have). The only trouble we had was finding parking but it seems as that is a general problem in Prague. We really didn't need the car for doing things in the city, only to travel outside of the city."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

City Pop 2Night Prague - Self check-in
City Nest Apartments by Adrez Living

City Nest Apartments by Adrez Living

3.5 out of 5
Vladislavova 16, Prague, Czech Republic
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Popular attractions Prague ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean and modern apartment. Loved that it has air conditioning in each room and common spaces. Well maintained and walking distance to old town."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

City Nest Apartments by Adrez Living
Mottl House by Adrez

Mottl House by Adrez

4 out of 5
Jungmannovo namesti 1, Prague
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room espresso maker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Prague Astronomical Clock and Old ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
"very traditional house - nice!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Mottl House by Adrez
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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