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Prague: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Prague 2
1 miles from city centre
Prague 02 mixes old and new. For a taste, just follow its riverside promenade from the eccentrically curvy Dancing House to the ancient Vyšehrad fort. Away from the traffic and hubbub of Sokolská and Legerova, Náměstí Míru square is a calm retreat under the watch of the Vinohrady Theatre and Church of St Ludmila.
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About Prague
Including tips for the best time to visit Prague
A city break in Prague offers historical insights, varied architectural styles and a hearty cuisine, making it suitable for a year-round escape.
The Czech capital, nicknamed The City of a Hundred Spires, is home to an array of Gothic and medieval architecture. There’s the Old Town Square, which features the world-famous Astronomical Tower and the Church of Our Lady before Týn. The city also boasts the iconic Charles Bridge and its alleys of statues. Prague Castle, a sprawling complex built in the ninth century, also calls the capital home. You’ll be surprised with just how often you’ll come face to face with intricately-designed bridges and buildings in Prague.
Prague is chock-full of landmarks, many boasting panoramic scenes of the city. To the southwest of the castle complex, you can ascend Petrin Hill on foot or by funicular train to reach Petrin Tower for picturesque views over the city. You can also dine inside the Dancing House, check out the Lennon Wall graffiti or cruise down the Vltava River.
There are a number of local restaurants and bars across Prague’s districts. You can find them serving up traditional dishes like goulash – a stew of spiced meat and vegetables – and dumplings. For dessert, expect sweet treats such as Trdelník chimney cake and palačinky pancakes. You can wash these down with Czech beer in the warmer months or mulled wine and hot chocolate when it’s chilly.
Václav Havel Airport is located west of the city, about 40 kilometres from Prague’s city centre.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 1 = US$1.12 |
| Language | Czech |
| Average weekend price | US$105 per night |
| Average weekday price | US$116 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Prague
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Prague
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Dancing House
0.9 miles from city centre
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Old Town Square
In the city centre
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O2 Arena Prague
3.4 miles from city centre
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Charles Bridge
0.4 miles from city centre
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Vysehrad Castle
1.6 miles from city centre
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Prague Castle
1 miles from city centre
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Florenc Central Bus Station
0.9 miles from city centre
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Zizkov Television Tower
1.4 miles from city centre
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White Hill
4.5 miles from city centre
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Palladium Shopping Centre
0.4 miles from city centre
Prague reviews
What other travellers say about Prague
Amazing, beauty in every direction you turn.
16 May 2025
Amazing, beauty in every direction you turn. Great transport system and a bonus for anyone 65+ is that you travel for free on all transport, just have ID with you showing you DOB. This also means from the airport as the 59 bus takes you to the Metro line A, change at National Museum for Metro Line C if you need to. Quicker than the Airport Express coach. Wear comfortable footwear, a must as you must see everything.
Stunning city with so much to see.
16 May 2025
Stunning city with so much to see. Excellent public transport system meant getting around was very easy. Would definitely like to stay longer next time. The walled gardens were beautiful, as was the palace and castle. Highly recommend doing the nuclear bunker tour with Pavel - a fascinating look at Prague’s past.
Fabulous old City steeped in history, but too crowded for us.
15 May 2025
Fabulous old City steeped in history, but too crowded for us. Had I known that the streets and old historical sites were overcrowded with people to saturation point I would have stayed away. As my dear departed mother used to describe such overcrowded venues…’Hell with the lid off’…! Maybe we picked a busy time in mid May, such a pity.
Although it is riddled with tourists (myself included), this...
15 May 2025
Although it is riddled with tourists (myself included), this is a beautiful city - breathtakingly beautiful, even, full of history in every corner. I particularly liked the Kakfa Museum - unlike everywhere else in Prague, it was actually relatively quiet.
I can highly recommend trying a sauna ceremony—if you want...
14 May 2025
I can highly recommend trying a sauna ceremony—if you want to attend two back-to-back, just ask when the ceremonies start and plan accordingly. We went to one at Sauna Spot and another at Sauna Central. Sauna Spot offers breathtaking views of nature and the Vltava River right from the sauna during the ceremony. Sauna Central, located in the city center, is more of a luxury experience, featuring not only a Finnish sauna but also herbal and infrared saunas. Each of these experiences cost about a third of what you'd pay in Denmark (where I’m from), so my only regret is not going more often! I also highly recommend: Vinicni Altan for its incredible 360° views of Prague and its selection of delicious local wines and beers. Hit the Botanical Gardens if you are in Prague in Spring/summer, its gorgeously in full blossom. Go to National Museum if youre into rocks/meteorites and animals- the display is so vast, so make sure to plan to be there up to 3 hours. Dont forget to check out the rooftop! If you love Georgian food, SUN.DAY is a must—it will not disappoint. And for the best coffee and pastry experience, stop by a Paul bakery location.
Prague is a very busy city welcoming lots of tourists to the...
8 May 2025
Prague is a very busy city welcoming lots of tourists to the ‘hotspots’. We enjoyed researching and finding the quieter places to enjoy in the city. It is worth learning how to use the tram system to save time moving around during a short stay.
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