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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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New Town

U Fleku

A vast, rowdy beer hall that’s been brewing its famous dark lager since 1499 – touristy and boisterous, with oompah music and hearty Czech food. Go with the flow, have the dark beer, and enjoy the spectacle.
★ 4.2
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New Town

U Kalendu

A gloriously unchanged Communist-era pub with no English menu and no concessions to the modern world – just proper, dirt-cheap Czech cooking (roast pork, gulas, whatever the daily soup is) and a Michelin Bib Gourmand nod. As authentic as it gets.
★ 4.6
$
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Mala Strana

Vintage Design Hotel Sax

A fun, retro design hotel on a steep Mala Strana lane below the castle, decked out in playful mid-century style around a glass atrium. Characterful and quiet, minutes from the Charles Bridge.
★ 4.5
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Old Town

Vltava River Cruise

Drift along the Vltava for a different angle on the castle, the Charles Bridge and the riverbank palaces. Options run from short sightseeing loops to leisurely lunch and candlelit dinner cruises.
★ 4.5
$$
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Vysehrad

Vysehrad

A hilltop fort south of the centre with a neo-Gothic church, ramparts with sweeping river views and a cemetery where many Czech greats (Dvorak, Smetana) rest. Peaceful, local and gloriously crowd-free.
★ 4.7
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New Town

Wenceslas Square

More grand boulevard than square, this is where modern Czech history played out – from 1968 to the 1989 Velvet Revolution. Today it’s a busy strip of shops, hotels and the National Museum at its head.
★ 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.

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