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Prague is one of the most rewarding places to explore, and this local guide brings together the best things to do, where to eat and where to stay in one place. Highlights include Naplavka Riverbank, The Golden 'Youth' Statue, Prague Castle and Pater Noster Elevator. Food lovers should not miss Lokal and U Kalendu. Below you will find 48 hand-picked local recommendations across sights, restaurants, hotels and tours, which you can filter by category and budget to plan the perfect trip, whether you have a weekend or a week.

Prague at a glance

Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
Best time to visit: spring and autumn
Highlights: Naplavka Riverbank and The Golden 'Youth' Statue, Prague Castle
Where to stay: Liben and New Town
Local picks: 48 hand-chosen recommendations
Getting around: walkable, plus easy public transport

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Day trip

Kutna Hora & Bone Church Day Trip

A day trip to the silver-mining town of Kutna Hora, crowned by the eerie Sedlec Ossuary – a chapel decorated with the bones of tens of thousands – and a magnificent Gothic cathedral. Strange and unforgettable.

★ 4.6

Mala Strana

Lennon Wall

A wall in Mala Strana that became a canvas of Beatles lyrics and peace messages under Communism and is still repainted daily. A colourful, ever-changing free photo stop near the Charles Bridge.

★ 4.3

Holesovice

Letna Park

A big park on the bluff above the river with the city’s finest view – and a huge, cheap beer garden where locals watch the sunset over the bridges. Bring friends and settle in.

★ 4.6

Old Town

Lokal

One of the most popular Czech pubs in Prague, packed with locals over fresh tank Pilsner and a daily-changing menu of svickova, schnitzel and goulash – all well under 200 CZK. Loud, buzzy and the real thing.

★ 4.6

New Town

Miss Sophie’s

A stylish industrial-chic boutique (with a hostel wing) on a quiet street near the National Museum – exposed brick, good design and warm staff at a fair price. A long-time traveller favourite.

★ 4.6

New Town

Mosaic House

A design hotel-and-hostel hybrid in the New Town with serious eco credentials (greywater recycling, green energy) and a lively music bar. Rooms from dorms to smart doubles – something for every budget.

★ 4.4

Old Town

Municipal House (Obecni dum)

Prague’s Art Nouveau masterpiece – a riot of mosaics, stained glass and Mucha murals, with the grand Smetana concert hall inside. Take a guided tour or catch a concert, and have coffee in the opulent cafe.

★ 4.6

Nove Mesto

Naplavka Riverbank

A revamped stretch of Vltava embankment (under the Jiraskuv bridge) that’s become one of Prague’s favourite warm-weather hangouts – locals walk, skate, cycle, drink and dance by the water. It’s lined with bars, restaurants and boat venues (Bajkazyl is the buzzy heart of its nightlife), with frequent open-air concerts and parties.

★ 4.6

New Town

National Museum

The grand neo-Renaissance museum presiding over Wenceslas Square, beautifully restored, with natural history, Czech history and a magnificent domed pantheon. Worth it for the building as much as the collections.

★ 4.5

Old Town

Old Town & Astronomical Clock Walking Tour

A guided stroll through the Old Town and Josefov – the square, the Astronomical Clock, the winding lanes and the legends – the perfect way to get your bearings on day one.

★ 4.7

Old Town

Old Town Food Tour

A guided graze through Czech classics – chlebicky, klobasa, cheese, sweets and, of course, beer – with a local unpacking the country’s hearty food culture (and the truth about the touristy trdelnik).

★ 4.7

Old Town

Old Town Hall & Astronomical Clock

The medieval Astronomical Clock puts on its hourly “Walk of the Apostles” show to a packed square. Skip the crowd below and buy a ticket up the Old Town Hall tower for a superb rooftop panorama.

★ 4.6

Old Town

Old Town Square

The magnificent heart of old Prague – pastel facades, the twin Gothic towers of the Tyn church, the Jan Hus monument and the Astronomical Clock. Ringed by cafes and, in winter, a glorious Christmas market.

★ 4.7

Nove Mesto

Pater Noster Elevator

A rare 19th-century paternoster – a loop of open cabins in constant motion (the name nods to a rosary). Just hop on and off, and if you’re brave, ride over the top to do the full loop. Banned in many countries on safety grounds, but not here. Tip: you can ride paternosters free in several Prague buildings, e.g. the YMCA Palace near Republic Square.

★ 4.5

Mala Strana

Petrin Lookout Tower

A little Eiffel-Tower lookalike crowning leafy Petrin Hill, reached by a fun funicular. Climb (or lift) to the top for one of the best panoramas over Prague’s spires and the castle.

★ 4.5

Hradcany

Prague Castle

The largest ancient castle complex in the world, sprawling above the city – cathedral, royal palace, golden lane and gardens. Grounds are free to wander; a circuit ticket gets you inside the historic buildings.

★ 4.7

Hradcany

Prague Castle Guided Tour

Make sense of the vast castle complex with a guide – the cathedral, old royal palace, basilica and Golden Lane – with the thousand years of Czech history that unfolded here. Skip-the-line tickets available.

★ 4.6

Vinohrady

Riegrovy Sady

A rolling hillside park in trendy Vinohrady with a famous beer garden looking across the rooftops to the castle. Where young Prague comes to picnic, watch football on the big screen and catch the sunset.

★ 4.5

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Prague travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Prague?

Two to three days is enough to enjoy the highlights of Prague at a relaxed pace. See our Prague itinerary guide for a day-by-day plan.

Where is the best area to stay in Prague?

Stay central and walkable to the main sights for a first visit. Our where to stay in Prague guide breaks down the best neighbourhoods.

What are the best things to do in Prague?

Browse the local picks above, from top sights and museums to where to eat and stay.

What is the best time to visit Prague?

Spring and autumn usually bring the most comfortable weather and thinner crowds, though Prague is worth visiting year-round.