Prague Travel Guide

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Prague
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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

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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
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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 which includes 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 which includes railway items, a city and heritage elements

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 landscape views and a city

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
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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$318 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$318
28 July - 29 July
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! (2,615 reviews)
"The location was excellent and all staff were very helpful"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague
Grandior Hotel Prague
Grandior Hotel Prague
5 out of 5
Na Porici 42, Prague
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$161 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$161
13 July - 14 July
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! (1,163 reviews)
"The staffs are professional, friendly, and courteous."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Grandior Hotel Prague
Panorama Hotel Prague
Panorama Hotel Prague
4 out of 5
Milevska 7, Prague
The price is NZ$114 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$114
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Everyone was very friendly. Hotel is very clean."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Panorama Hotel 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! (146 reviews)
"The property is centric and walkable to Prague’s Main Attractions. The room was decent size and clean."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

City Pop 2Night Prague - Self check-in
Figaro Suites
Figaro Suites
3 out of 5
8 Mozartova, Prague, Hlavní mesto Praha
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and housekeeping. Popular attractions Prague Castle and Prague Astronomical Clock ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
Great stay
"Had a really comfortable stay. Didnt interact with staff all that much as we didnt need to. Comfy rooms. Kitchen facilities if we needed them. I would recommended. Near enough to transport link and shopping areas ."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Figaro Suites
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! (196 reviews)
Magical Space!! Def going back
"I will definitely stay here again. We didn’t wanna leave, but we had a train leaving first thing in the morning… it was the kind of place you would love to sleep in at. Perfect location for exploring the town. We had a loft style apartment vibe in our room! Loved it."

Reviewed on 6 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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Reviews of Prague

4.7
Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Because of the huge tourist numbers, try & get up early to enjoy the old town Or else by mid morning lunch time you won’t be able to move

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Stop off at Vrsovice district for trendy edgy pubs away from the tourists. Few people speak English but it's the atmosphere you want. Bigger restaurants will have an English-language menu. Anywhere close to Bohemians FC stadium will be great.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The locals are very welcoming, probably, based on mu experience, they’re the friendliest in Europe. The city itself is so compact that you can just to anywhere you want to, except when you’re going uphill.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A very beautiful city, friendly people and fabulous culture.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Too many people everywhere. Feels unsafe overall. Got stolen on street. Also many currency exchange places are cheating tourists. Also came across twice people who cheat you on street for current exchange...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Prague castle is excellent, but try to avoid weekends or you might be queuing lots.