3 days · 27 stops

Prague in 3 days

Three relaxed days in Prague with one fixed base in the Old Town: arrival and Old Town, then the Castle District and Lesser Town, and finally New Town, Vinohrady and departure.

Pace
Balanced
Budget
Mid-range
Season
May

Day 1 · Prag

Arrival and Old Town stroll

Arrive in Prague, drop your luggage at Hotel Rott, then enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Old Town with the Astronomical Clock, Café Louvre, Charles Bridge in the evening light and dinner at Lokál Dlouhááá.

  1. 11:00

    12:00

    Travel & transfer: Arrival at Prague Airport

  2. 50 min by public transport

  3. 12:50

    13:40

    Travel & transfer: Transfer to Hotel Rott

    Take bus 119 and metro A to Staroměstská, then a short walk to the hotel. A single 90-minute ticket costs around 40 CZK.

    Hotel Rottapprox. 40 CZK pp
  4. 13:40

    14:00

    Stay: Luggage drop-off at Hotel Rott

    You drop off your luggage, as the room is only ready from about 15:00. Hotel Clementin Old Town would be an alternative.

    Hotel Rottapprox. 3,000–5,500 CZK / night
  5. 12 min on foot

  6. 14:12

    15:22

    Lunch: Lunch at Lokál U Bílé kuželky

    Lokál U Bílé kuželkyapprox. 300–450 CZK pp
  7. 15 min on foot

  8. 15:37

    16:22

    Sightseeing: Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock

    The central square with the Týn Church, Town Hall and the 15th-century Orloj, a highlight for architecture and history.

  9. 15 min on foot

  10. 16:37

    17:47

    Café: Coffee at Café Louvre

    A traditional coffee house from 1902 with high ceilings, once frequented by Kafka and Einstein. Try an apple strudel with it.

    Café Louvreapprox. 150–250 CZK pp
  11. 12 min on foot

  12. 17:59

    18:44

    Hidden gem: Quiet courtyards of the Klementinum

    The freely accessible courtyards of the Baroque Jesuit complex are a peaceful contrast to the bustle, ideal for architecture fans.

  13. 6 min on foot

  14. 18:50

    19:40

    Sightseeing: Charles Bridge in the evening light

    Stroll across the Gothic bridge with its Baroque statues as the light turns soft and the day-trip groups thin out.

  15. 20 min on foot

  16. 20:00

    21:30

    Dinner: Dinner at Lokál Dlouhááá

    A large hall with tiled walls, Czech home cooking and well-poured beer. Goulash or schnitzel are a safe choice.

    Lokál Dlouháááapprox. 350–550 CZK pp

    Book a table in advance, it is often full in the evening.

  17. 3 min on foot

  18. 21:33

    22:33

    Drinks: Nightcap at Bar Cobra

    A relaxed bar in the Old Town, a local meeting spot for a last drink. Alternative: Hemingway Bar.

    Bar Cobraapprox. 120–250 CZK pp

Day 2 · Prag

Castle, Lesser Town and hops

A day around the Castle and Lesser Town: St Vitus Cathedral, the Strahov Library and hops at the monastery brewery, plus Lesser Town lanes and local favourite spots.

  1. 08:30

    09:30

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Café Savoy

    A Neo-Renaissance hall with a painted ceiling and its own bakery, ideal for a stylish start to the day.

    Café Savoyapprox. 300–450 CZK pp
  2. 20 min by public transport

  3. 09:50

    12:05

    Sightseeing: Prague Castle with St Vitus Cathedral

    Castle courtyard, St Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane: a thousand years of history and architecture from Romanesque to Gothic.

    Prager Burgapprox. 250–450 CZK pp

    Buy your ticket online in advance and use the side entrance on the garden side, then you skip the queue at the security checks.

  4. 20 min on foot

  5. 12:25

    13:40

    Lunch: Lunch at Klášterní pivovar Strahov

    Klášterní pivovar Strahovapprox. 350–600 CZK pp
  6. 3 min on foot

  7. 13:43

    14:43

    Sightseeing: Library at Strahov Monastery

    The Baroque Theological Hall and Philosophical Hall are among the most beautiful libraries in Europe. You can look in from the doorway.

    Strahov-Klosterapprox. 150–200 CZK pp
  8. 5 min on foot

  9. 14:50

    15:20

    Sightseeing: Walk through the Seminářská zahrada

    A quiet orchard below the monastery with views over the rooftops of Prague, usually almost empty.

  10. 25 min on foot

  11. 15:45

    16:30

    Sightseeing: Baroque Church of St Nicholas in Lesser Town

    Lavish High Baroque with a huge dome and frescoes, a highlight of Prague Baroque architecture.

    Kirche St. Nikolausapprox. 100–150 CZK pp
  12. 10 min on foot

  13. 16:40

    17:30

    Café: Coffee and cake at Café Kampa Park

    A quiet break away from the crowds with a view of the Vltava on Kampa Island. Alternative: Café Savoy.

    Café Mlýnec Kampaapprox. 150–250 CZK pp
  14. 15 min on foot

  15. 18:30

    20:00

    Dinner: Dinner at Hostinec U Kocoura

    A traditional pub in Lesser Town with Pilsner Urquell and honest Bohemian home cooking such as svíčková. Alternative: U Hrocha.

    Hostinec U Kocouraapprox. 350–600 CZK pp

    Book ahead for the evening, the pub is small.

Day 3 · Prag

Art Nouveau, Vinohrady and departure

Last day in Prague: Art Nouveau at the Municipal House, the Saturday market at Náměstí Míru and a stroll through Vinohrady, followed by a relaxed journey to the airport.

  1. 08:30

    09:30

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Café Obecní dům

    Pure Art Nouveau atmosphere: breakfast under chandeliers in the Municipal House, a stylish start to the day.

    Café Obecní důmapprox. 300–500 CZK pp
  2. 3 min on foot

  3. 09:40

    10:40

    Sightseeing: Guided tour of the Municipal House

    The Smetana Hall and the salons show Czech Art Nouveau at its finest. The tour explains the mosaics and architecture.

    Obecní důmapprox. 350–450 CZK pp

    Tours run at fixed time slots, so book tickets online in advance.

  4. 20 min by public transport

  5. 11:00

    12:00

    Shopping: Saturday market at Náměstí Míru

    On the square in front of the Church of St Ludmila you'll find cheese, pastries and regional snacks. Great for sampling and browsing.

    Markt am Náměstí Míruapprox. 100–250 CZK pp
  6. 12 min on foot

  7. 12:12

    12:42

    Sightseeing: Church of the Most Sacred Heart

    Plečnik's modern church with its huge glass window and striking tower is architecturally unique.

  8. 10 min on foot

  9. 12:52

    14:02

    Lunch: Lunch at Lokál Vinohrady

    Czech classics such as goulash or Svíčková with freshly tapped Pilsner Urquell. Alternative: Vinohradský pivovar.

    Lokál Vinohradyapprox. 300–500 CZK pp
  10. 12 min on foot

  11. 14:15

    15:15

    Sightseeing: Walk through Riegrovy sady

    This popular park with views of the Castle and the city is a relaxed farewell to Prague.

  12. 15 min on foot

  13. 16:35

    17:15

    Café: Coffee and cake at Café Sladkovský

    The neighbourhood café opens at 16:30 on Saturdays, ideal for a last coffee with dessert.

    Café Sladkovskýapprox. 150–300 CZK pp
  14. 25 min by public transport

  15. 17:45

    18:15

    Stay: Collect luggage at Hotel Rott

    Pick up the luggage you left there after check-out.

  16. 18:15

    19:15

    Travel & transfer: Transfer to Prague Airport

    Take a taxi, or a bus and the metro, to the airport, leaving a generous buffer before your flight.

    Flughafen Prag (PRG)approx. 500–700 CZK pp

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FAQ

How many days do you need for Prague?

Two days are enough for the highlights such as the Castle, Charles Bridge and Old Town. With three to four days there is time for Josefov, Vyšehrad, Petřín and neighbourhoods off the tourist trail.

Where is the best place to stay in Prague?

For a first visit, Staré Město and Malá Strana are ideal because you can reach almost everything on foot. If you want somewhere cheaper and quieter, you'll find good accommodation in Vinohrady or Karlín with tram and metro connections.

Is Prague expensive?

Compared with Germany, Austria and Switzerland, food, drinks and public transport are cheap. In the Old Town, though, you pay a premium for restaurants and hotels, and away from the tourist zone prices drop noticeably.

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