Czech Republic · 3 days · 18 stops
3 days in Prague – a ready-made itinerary
Prague is compact and almost entirely walkable. The plan starts in the Old Town, crosses the Vltava to the castle and Malá Strana on day two, and shows the quieter side of the city on day three.
In short
- Length
- 3 days, 18 stops
- Highlights
- Old Town Square, Prague Castle, Vyšehrad, Astronomical Clock, Old Jewish Cemetery
- Where to stay
- Old Town, Vinohrady
- Getting around
- Explore the Old Town and Malá Strana on foot; the cobbles are uneven.
- Best time to go
- April to June and September to October are ideal.
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Day 1
Old Town and Josefov
Old Town Square
The central square with the Týn Church and colourful facades. Still quiet in the morning.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Old Town Squareright next door
Astronomical Clock
The clock on the Old Town Hall, dating from 1410. On the hour the apostles parade past.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Astronomical Clockabout 5 min on foot
Old Jewish Cemetery
Part of the Jewish Museum, with several synagogues. Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Old Jewish Cemeteryabout 15 min on foot
Powder Tower
Gothic city gate where the coronation route to the castle began. A view over the roofs from the top.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Powder Towerright next door
Municipal House
Art Nouveau palace with a concert hall and a grand café for a break.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Municipal Houseabout 20 min on foot
Charles Bridge
The stone bridge with 30 statues. In the evening, with a view of the lit-up castle.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Charles Bridge
Day 2
Prague Castle and Malá Strana
Prague Castle
One of the largest castle complexes in the world. The circuit ticket covers the main buildings.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Prague Castleright next door
St. Vitus Cathedral
The Gothic cathedral in the middle of the castle, with a window by Alfons Mucha.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): St. Vitus Cathedralabout 5 min on foot
Golden Lane
Tiny houses built into the castle wall. Franz Kafka worked for a while at number 22.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Golden Laneabout 5 min on foot
St. Nicholas Church (Malá Strana)
Baroque church with a green dome. The bell tower has a viewing gallery.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): St. Nicholas Church (Malá Strana)about 5 min on foot
Lennon Wall
A colourful wall covered in graffiti, a place for messages of peace since the 1980s.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Lennon Wallabout 15 min on foot
Petřín Lookout Tower
Prague's little Eiffel Tower. Take the funicular or walk up through the park.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Petřín Lookout Tower
Day 3
Vyšehrad and the New Town
Vyšehrad
Old fortress above the Vltava with a basilica and the cemetery where Dvořák and Smetana are buried.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Vyšehradabout 20 min on foot
Dancing House
The swaying office building by Frank Gehry. There is a bar with a terrace at the top.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Dancing Houseabout 10 min on foot
National Theatre
The golden roof on the riverbank. Opera or ballet in the evening, tickets often reasonably priced.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): National Theatreabout 15 min on foot
Wenceslas Square
The long boulevard of the New Town, scene of the Velvet Revolution in 1989.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Wenceslas Squareabout 5 min on foot
National Museum
The museum at the top of Wenceslas Square. From its steps you look down the whole square.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): National Museumabout 2.1 km as the crow flies – by bus, train or taxi
Letná Park
Beer garden on the hill with a view of the bridges over the Vltava.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Letná Park
Good to know
Best time to go
April to June and September to October are ideal. Summer is warm and very busy, especially on Charles Bridge. December brings Christmas markets, but it is cold.
Getting around
Explore the Old Town and Malá Strana on foot; the cobbles are uneven. Trams and the metro are cheap and frequent; buy tickets from machines or via the app, and validate paper tickets before you ride. The currency is the Czech koruna, and cards are accepted almost everywhere.
Where to stay
Old Town
In the thick of it, with everything walkable. Noisy in the evening, especially around Old Town Square.
Vinohrady
Residential area with Art Nouveau buildings, parks and cafés – quieter and cheaper. Quick to the centre by metro and tram.
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Prague: frequently asked questions
Can I pay in euros in Prague?
Sometimes, but at poor rates. Pay by card in koruna or withdraw cash from a bank's ATM. Avoid street exchange offices.
Are 3 days enough for Prague?
Yes, for the Old Town, the castle and Malá Strana. With more time, a trip to Kutná Hora or a boat ride on the Vltava is worth it.
When is Charles Bridge empty?
Early in the morning before 8 or late in the evening. During the day it is full of people, painters and musicians.
When is the Jewish Museum closed?
On Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Plan your visit for another day.
More plans for Prague
- One dayOne day in Prague: castle, bridge, Old TownUp to the castle by tram, then downhill on foot through Malá Strana and over Charles Bridge into the Old Town.
- WeekendA weekend in Prague: Friday to SundayLights over the Vltava on Friday, castle and Malá Strana on Saturday, Jewish Quarter and Vyšehrad on Sunday.
- 5 days5 days in Prague with Kutná Hora and KarlštejnThree city days off the usual circuit and two trips: an ossuary and a silver town, then Karlštejn Castle.
- With kidsPrague with kids: 2 days with zoo and PetřínApostles on the clock, giant babies on Kampa, mirrors on Petřín – and a whole morning at the zoo.
- On a budgetPrague on a budget: 2 days, mostly freeBridge, castle courtyards, Baroque gardens, a fortress and the view – Prague shows a lot without a ticket.
Plan created with AI support – please check opening hours, prices and routes before you go. Coordinates checked with Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap (Photon). Photo: Tilman2007, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. More in Sources & licences. YesTrip is a trip planner, not a travel agency – nothing is booked.
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