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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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Where to stay in Prague

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Old Town

Hemingway Bar

Old Town

Hotel Josef

A sleek, light-filled design hotel on a quiet Old Town street, all glass and clean lines, with a famously good breakfast. Central, stylish and calm – a reliable modern base.

★ 4.6

Josefov

Jewish Quarter (Josefov)

One of Europe’s best-preserved Jewish quarters – a moving cluster of historic synagogues and the extraordinary layered Old Jewish Cemetery. A combined ticket covers the Jewish Museum sites; visit thoughtfully.

★ 4.6

Josefov

Jewish Quarter Guided Tour

A guided tour of Josefov – the historic synagogues, the haunting Old Jewish Cemetery and the Golem legend – bringing the deep, poignant history of Prague’s Jewish community to life.

★ 4.7

Mala Strana

Kampa Island

A tranquil little island tucked under the Charles Bridge – a riverside park, an old water wheel, the crawling-baby sculptures and the Kampa modern-art museum. One of Prague’s most romantic corners.

★ 4.6

New Town

Kantyna

Part butcher shop, part buzzing standing restaurant – top-quality Czech beef ordered at the counter and eaten at communal tables: steak, tartare, carpaccio and smoked cuts, with beer on tap. Where Prague’s meat lovers go.

★ 4.6

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

Old Town

Manufaktura

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

Nové Město (riverside)

Náplavka Farmers Market

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

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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.