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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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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

Nové Město (nám. Republiky)

Palladium

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

Malá Strana

Peeing Statues by David Černý

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

Staré Město

Popocafepetl

A Prague institution since the 1990s, Popocafepetl is a small family of cafe-bars and music clubs where students and young locals pile in for some of the cheapest drinks in the centre. The Michalska branch in Old Town leans cocktail bar, while the Melantrichova and Ujezd spots add live music and a dance floor. Doors run daily 6pm to 2am; if one branch is packed, just hop to the next one a few streets over.

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

Old Town

Sisters Bistro

A little counter reinventing the chlebicek – the Czech open-faced sandwich – with fresh, gourmet toppings on good bread. A cheap, delicious and very local snack between sights.

★ 4.5

Old Town (Staré Město)

Skautský Institut

Prague Castle

St. Vitus Cathedral

The soaring Gothic cathedral at the heart of Prague Castle, centuries in the making, with luminous stained glass (including a Mucha window) and royal tombs. Climb the Great South Tower for the view.

★ 4.8

Hradcany

Strahov Monastery Library

A working monastery above the castle whose two dazzling baroque library halls – Theological and Philosophical – are among the most beautiful rooms in Europe. Peek in (viewed from the doorways), then enjoy the city view and monastery beer.

★ 4.6

Mala Strana

The Augustine

A serene five-star woven through a 13th-century Augustinian monastery in Mala Strana, moments below the castle. Vaulted lounges, a lovely garden and a monk’s-recipe beer make it special.

★ 4.7

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Prague Castle

The Golden ‘Youth’ Statue, Prague Castle

Tucked in a Prague Castle courtyard (in front of the Toy Museum) stands the statue ‘Youth’ – best known for the golden, well-polished detail that locals rub for good luck. A fun, offbeat stop inside the castle; combine it with the Toy Museum and the spectacular viewpoint just downhill from the main gate.

★ 4.3

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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.