Czech Republic · One day · 8 stops
One day in Prague: castle, bridge, Old Town
One day in Prague works best from the top down. Take the tram up to the castle in the morning and spend the rest of the day walking downhill: through Malá Strana to Charles Bridge, through the Jewish Quarter to Old Town Square. Dinner is in one of the old brewery halls of the New Town.
In short
- Length
- 1 day, 8 stops
- Highlights
- Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane, Lennon Wall, Charles Bridge, Old-New Synagogue
- 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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Your day
From the castle down to the Old Town
Take tram 22 to the Pražský hrad stop, then it is downhill all day.
Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral
Be in the cathedral at opening time, before the groups. The circuit ticket covers the cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedralabout 5 min on foot
Golden Lane
The colourful cottages against the castle wall show how craftsmen once lived here. Then head downhill along Nerudova.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Golden Laneabout 5 min on foot
Malostranské náměstí
Lunch around the square with St Nicholas Church. The side streets are quieter than the main road.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Malostranské náměstíabout 5 min on foot
Lennon Wall
The graffiti wall changes all the time. Right next to it, a small bridge leads onto Kampa Island.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Lennon Wallabout 5 min on foot
Charles Bridge
Cross slowly and take in the statues. At the Old Town bridge tower, keep straight on.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Charles Bridgeabout 10 min on foot
Old-New Synagogue
Europe's oldest active synagogue, built around 1270. Closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Old-New Synagogueabout 5 min on foot
Old Town Square and the astronomical clock
Stand in front of the town hall clock on the hour. There is time for a coffee on the square afterwards.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Old Town Square and the astronomical clockabout 15 min on foot
U Fleků
This brewpub has been making its dark beer since the 15th century. Noisy halls, Bohemian food, a finish with history.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): U Fleků
Good to know
Castle ticket online
The castle circuit ticket is also sold online. Check opening hours on the official website before you go – they change with the season.
Cobblestones
The streets down from the castle are steep and cobbled. Comfortable shoes make the day far easier.
The clock on the hour
The procession of the apostles is short. Arrive a few minutes early so you are not stuck at the back.
For the best time to go, public transport and where to stay, see the 3-day plan for Prague.
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One day in Prague: frequently asked questions
Can you see Prague in one day?
The castle, Malá Strana, Charles Bridge and the Old Town, yes – they lie one after the other. Vyšehrad and the New Town need a second day.
Why does the route start at the castle?
The castle sits on the hill. Riding up by tram and walking downhill saves energy and time, and you get there before the groups.
More plans for Prague
- WeekendA weekend in Prague: Friday to SundayLights over the Vltava on Friday, castle and Malá Strana on Saturday, Jewish Quarter and Vyšehrad on Sunday.
- 3 days3 days in Prague – a ready-made itineraryOld Town and Josefov, the castle and Malá Strana, Vyšehrad and the New Town.
- 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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