Pražský hrad a katedrála sv. Víta
Hradčany, Praha 1
Prague's symbol and the largest castle complex in the country. St Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane and views across the city. We recommend the morning, before the heaviest crowds.
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Personal tips, interesting places and ready-made walks from your hosts.
Prague offers much more than its famous landmarks. We've put together places we believe are worth your time, plus a few routes for exploring the city at your own pace.
Whether it's your first visit or you're coming back, we're happy to help you find something interesting.
Your IOA Stay team
Theme guides
Prague in one dayA realistic itinerary for the main parts of Prague in a single day.
Prague 6 & HradčanyThe castle, gardens, Písecká Gate and the quieter streets above the centre.
Prague with kidsPlaces and activities that keep children and parents happy.
Jan Hus and Prague: The City Where the Revolution BeganThe story of the Bethlehem Chapel, the Karolinum and the Hussite revolution — thirty chapters, a timeline and a walking route in Hus’s footsteps.Our top picks
Karlův most
Staré Město / Malá Strana, Praha 1
The most famous Prague bridge, lined with baroque statues. Best at sunrise or after dark.
Staroměstské náměstí a orloj
Staré Město, Praha 1
The heart of the Old Town with the astronomical clock and Týn Church. The Old Town Hall tower view is worth the ticket.
Vyšehrad
Vyšehrad, Praha 2
A fortress above the river with quiet lanes, lovely views and fewer tourists. Our tip for an afternoon outside the centre.
Our walks
Ready-made routes that show you the city sensibly – without unnecessary back-and-forth.
Prague for the first time
a full dayFor first-time visitors.
The historic centre at walking pace: Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Malá Strana and Prague Castle.
Start at Old Town Square in the morning; leave the castle for later morning.
Hradčany on foot
2–3 hoursFor guests around Prague Castle and Prague 6.
Písecká Gate → Royal Garden → Prague Castle. A beautiful start right from Hradčany.
The garden is open seasonally; in winter walk along Mariánské hradby instead.
Prague's best viewpoints
half a dayFor panorama and photography lovers.
Letná, Petřín, Kampa and Vyšehrad. Four places where Prague looks completely different.
Vyšehrad in the evening is calmer than the main sights.
Prague with kids
a full dayFor families with children.
Petřín with the funicular and mirror maze, Stromovka for the afternoon and the National Technical Museum.
You can skip the funicular and walk up from Malá Strana – the path itself is an experience.
Parks & views
Petřín
Petřín, Praha 1 – Malá Strana
The green hill above Malá Strana with an observation tower, funicular and mirror maze. One of the best panoramas of Prague.
Letenské sady
Letná, Praha 7
Spacious hilltop gardens above the river with the metronome and one of the nicest views of the bridges.
Stromovka
Královská obora, Praha 7 – Bubeneč
Prague's largest park. Meadows, ponds and tree-lined paths for an easy afternoon.
Kampa
Kampa, Praha 1 – Malá Strana
A riverside park under Malá Strana. Cafés, art and the calmest views of Charles Bridge.
Restaurants & cafés
500 Restaurant
Milady Horákové 297/125, Praha 6
A stylish restaurant near Hradčanská. Italian and Czech dishes in a pleasant setting.
Kavárna Místo
Bubenečská 12, Praha 6 – Dejvice
A calm café in Dejvice with good coffee and homemade cakes.
U Veverky
Eliášova 14/324, Praha 6 – Bubeneč
A classic Prague pub in Bubeneč. Czech food and tank beer without any fuss.
Culture & experiences
Národní technické muzeum
Kostelní 42, Praha 7 – Letná
Transport, astronomy and technology in a grand building above Letná. Great for children too.
Národní muzeum
Václavské náměstí 68, Praha 1
The monumental building at the top of Wenceslas Square with history and natural science collections.
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