Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is a mesmerizing blend of history, culture, and architectural beauty. It is renowned for its historical and cultural attractions, for its stunning medieval, Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance buildings. You can spend many hours walking along its beautiful cobblestone streets.
If you’re a first timer, visiting Prague, check this list of must-visit places and create your own bucket list; get accurate visitors information on how to get to the place, opening hours, entrance fees, best day tours to join to explore Prague’s main tourist attractions.
Prague Castle
- Address: Hradcany, 119 08 Prague 1, Czech Republic.
- Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 17:00.
- Admission fee: 32 USD for entrance ticket, 37 USD for tickets with audioguides. Click here to book.
- On the map: link.
Perched on a hill overlooking the city, Prague Castle is one of the largest ancient castles in the world, encompassing an area of nearly 70,000 square meters. Within the castle walls lies St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, the picturesque Golden Lane, St. George’s Basilica and elegant Royal Garden. Walking through the Prague Castle is to feel the spirit of medieval Europe.
Inside the castle you will find frescoes and mosaics of the 12th century, spiral staircases, huge columns. It is better to take a guided tour to learn about the history of this building.
At noon, an honorary change of the royal guard takes place at the gates of the fortress. Czech Republic is known for many beautiful medieval castles, that are for sure less visited compared to Prague Castle. For, example, you can visit Syhrov Castle which is just one hour drive from Prague Old Town. Join guided tour to Prague Castle with local (entry tickets included).
St. Vitus Cathedral
- Address: III. nádvoří 48/2, 119 01 Praha 1-Hradčany, Czech Republic.
- Opening hours: from Monday to Saturday – from 9:00 to 17:00, on Sunday – from 12:00 to 17:00.
- Admission fee: 200 CZK.
- On the map: link .
The Cathedral (Rotonda) of St. Vitus is a temple and a national treasury. The beautiful building in the Gothic style was built over 600 years. At the top of the cathedral is an observation platform, which offers stunning views of the Czech capital. Tourists consider it to be a must-see place in Prague.
Old Town/Staromestske namesti
- Address: Staroměstské nám., 110 00 Josefov, Czech Republic.
- Opening hours: around the clock.
- Admission fee: free.
- On the map: link .
The Old Town in Prague is one of the most beautiful in Europe. Medieval buildings, cobbled streets, an ancient square with a clock tower, authentic cafes and souvenir shops await you. In the Old Town, you seem to be transported into one of the European fairy tales.
With children in the Old Town, you can visit a cafe with a fairy-tale theme, built over a hundred years ago. It is located next to the square.
If you want to dive in medieval atmosphere, then be sure to visit medieval tavern Krčma U Pavouka, located in 3-minute walk from Prague Astronomical Clock Tower.
Old Town Hall with astronomical clock
- Address: StaromEstske nám. 1, 110 00 Josefov, Czech Republic.
- Opening hours: daily from 09:00 to 22:00.
- Admission fee: free.
- On the map: link .
The Prague Astronomical Clock with a 600-year-old mechanism inside, located on the beautiful Town Hall, is an iconic place in Prague and one of the favorite photo locations among tourists. Every evening, residents and vacationers gather here to hear the ancient chimes. You can also go up to the town hall itself, explore the dungeons, get acquainted with its history. An independent visit will cost 200 kroons, a guided tour – 350 kroons.
