Prague itinerary — 3 days
Day 1 — Prague
10 stops · ≈ 6 h 2 minThe Prague Orloj on the Old Town Hall wall is the world's oldest operating astronomical clock, installed in 1410. Every hour, spectators gather to watch the mechanical show: the twelve apostles parade in the upper windows while a skeleton representing Death rings a bell. The astronomical dial tracks the positions of the Sun, Moon phases, and celestial constellations.
The architectural centerpiece of Malá Strana Square and a masterpiece of Prague High Baroque, built between 1704 and 1755 by Christoph and Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer. The church dazzles with its monumental green dome, towering bell tower, and a colossal ceiling fresco by Jan Lukáš Kracker. In 1787, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart played the church's historic baroque organ, which still resonates in regular concerts.
Sprawling across two hectares in Prague's Old Town, this former Jesuit college originated in 1556 and grew into one of Europe's largest architectural ensembles. Its crown jewel is the Baroque Library Hall, world-renowned for Jan Hiebl's illusionistic ceiling frescoes, historic globes, and gilded carved woodwork housing priceless ancient codices. Visitors can also ascend the 68-meter Astronomical Tower for breathtaking 360-degree panoramas.
A masterpiece of High Gothic civil architecture built in the late 14th century by master mason Petr Parler at the eastern entrance to Charles Bridge in Prague. Designed as a triumphal arch on the Royal Route, its eastern facade is adorned with intricate stone carvings and statues of Saint Vitus, Emperor Charles IV, and King Wenceslaus IV. Climbing 138 steps leads to an open viewing gallery overlooking the Vltava and Prague Castle.
The stone bridge across the Vltava, founded by Charles IV in 1357: 621 metres, 16 piers and three dozen baroque statues installed mostly in the early 18th century. Legend says egg yolks were mixed into the mortar for strength. It links the Old Town with Malá Strana; dawn is empty, days are full of artists and tourists.
Malá Strana, also known as Lesser Town, is a hillside area with views across the Vltava river to the old town. Hotels, casual eateries and traditional pubs line its narrow streets, and visitors scribble messages to the late Beatle on the John Lennon Wall. The riverside Kampa area offers fine dining, and exhibits of photos and letters at the Franz Kafka Museum. Peacocks roam freely at Wallenstein Garden.
An exquisite High Baroque terraced garden nestled on the slopes of Petřín Hill in Prague's Malá Strana district, landscaped between 1715 and 1720 for Count Jan Josef of Vrtba. Designed by architect František Maxmilián Kaňka, it features expressive allegorical statues by Matthias Braun and vibrant frescoes in the Sala Terrena. Its cascading upper terraces offer one of Prague's most romantic vistas of St. Nicholas Church and red-tiled roofs.
A historic stone wall of the Maltese garden in Prague's Malá Strana, facing the French Embassy. Following John Lennon's murder in 1980, local youths began filling it with Lennon portraits, Beatles lyrics, and political graffiti in defiance of communist authorities. Continually repainted and refreshed by visitors, it stands today as an internationally recognized open-air symbol of peace and creative freedom.
A small island beneath Prague Castle, cut off from Malá Strana by the Čertovka canal with its old watermill. Once a laundry and millers' quarter, it is now a quiet park with Museum Kampa's modern art and David Černý's giant crawling babies. The lazy Vltava bank, dotted with swans, is a favourite stroll a few steps from Charles Bridge and the Lennon Wall.
Perched on the embankment of the Vltava River, the National Theatre stands as the architectural crown jewel of Czech cultural revival. Financed entirely by public subscriptions and opened in 1881 under the patriotic motto 'The Nation to Itself', the Neo-Renaissance landmark was swiftly restored after a devastating fire. Its gleaming gilded roof and allegorical trigas dominate the riverfront, housing magnificent painted halls and opera stages.
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Hilltop Hradčany is dominated by the vast Prague Castle complex, with its sweeping city views. Religious sites include Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral, known for its stained-glass windows, and St. George’s Basilica, with a red facade and Romanesque interior. The tiny, colorful houses on Golden Lane are home to historical exhibits and souvenir shops, while peaceful St. Wenceslas Vineyard offers wine tastings.
Vltava River, also known as Moldau, is a prominent feature in Prague and the Czech Republic. It is celebrated for its tranquil flow through the city and its significance to Czech composer Bedrich Smetana. The river originates from the Bohemian forests and stretches 440 km before merging with the Elbe River. A boat cruise along Vltava offers a unique perspective of Prague and is considered one of the most relaxing ways to explore the area.
Pedestrian walkway along the river featuring castle & bridge views, farmers' markets & food vendors.
A lush hill on the left bank of the Vltava River and one of Prague's most romantic parklands. Its summit is crowned by the 60-metre Petřín Lookout Tower, built in 1891 as a miniature counterpart to Paris's Eiffel Tower, alongside a fun mirror maze and a fragrant rose garden. The 14th-century Hunger Wall snakes along the slope, offering sweeping panoramic views over Prague Castle and red-tiled roofs.
Europe's oldest active synagogue and an exceptional monument of early Gothic architecture, built in Prague's Josefov quarter around 1270. Featuring a twin-nave hall with five-ribbed vaulted ceilings, it retains medieval stone reliefs, an ornate wrought-iron bimah cage, and historic chandeliers. According to famous folklore, Rabbi Loew placed the clay body of the legendary Golem in the attic of this sanctuary.
A legendary underground club and alternative cultural venue in Prague's Holešovice district, renowned for its biomechanical steampunk aesthetic. Created by artist František Chmelík from recycled machine parts, moving gears, and metal scrap, the labyrinthine multi-level space hosts electronic music, indie concerts, art cinema, and theatre. During the daytime, it also operates a quirky cafe and summer garden.
The only private palace within Prague Castle, home to the Lobkowicz family since the 17th century. It displays the largest private art collection in the Czech Republic: paintings by Brueghel and Canaletto, portraits, armour and Beethoven's autograph symphony scores — the composer was personally close to the Princes Lobkowicz. The café terrace overlooking the Lesser Town is one of the finest viewpoints on the hill.
The Spanish Synagogue, built in 1868, stands on the site of Prague's oldest Jewish house of prayer. Its name refers to the Moorish Revival style inspired by the Alhambra: gilded interiors, stained glass and geometric ornament evoke an oriental palace. Today the synagogue belongs to the Jewish Museum in Prague, which covers the history of Czech Jews in the 19th and 20th centuries; chamber concerts are held here in the evenings.
The premier museum of engineering and technology in the Czech Republic, located near Letná Park in Prague. Its iconic centerpiece is the cavernous Transport Hall, packed with historic steam locomotives, vintage Tatra and Škoda automobiles, motorcycles, and pioneering airplanes suspended from the ceiling. Further galleries showcase Keplerian astronomical instruments, printing techniques, metallurgy, and mining history.
- Keep small change handy for public transport and tips.
- Try local cuisine at small eateries for an authentic experience.
- Beware of pickpockets in crowded areas and tourist locations.