Your Perfect 3-Day Itinerary for Prague
Discover the fairy-tale charm of Prague, the "City of a Hundred Spires," featuring a magnificent hilltop castle, historic bridges, and a vibrant Old Town.
Prague is well served by Václav Havel Airport and by train from Berlin, Vienna, and Budapest. The Metro, trams, and walking cover the centre easily. Spring and autumn are pleasant; winter brings Christmas markets and a magical atmosphere. Book the castle, popular restaurants, and evening shows ahead. The Old Town and Malá Strana are best explored on foot—allow time for courtyards, beer gardens, and viewpoints. Day trips to Český Krumlov or Kutná Hora are rewarding. Czech koruna is the local currency; many places also take cards.
Discover the best landmarks, where to eat, and where to stay in Prague.
Best Time to Visit Prague
Spring
15°C / 5°C
Cool and blossoming
Summer
25°C / 13°C
Warm and sunny, great beer garden weather
Fall
14°C / 6°C
Crisp air, beautiful autumn leaves
Winter
3°C / -3°C
Cold and often snowy, magical Christmas markets
Day 1
Prague Castle
Vast castle complex with buildings revealing architecture from Roman-style to Gothic & 20th century.
Morning activity: Prague Castle.
U Fleku
Famous historic venue with 8 separate dining halls dishing out traditional local dishes & beer.
Lunch nearby: U Fleku.
Charles Bridge
Landmark stone bridge linking Prague's Old & New Towns, with street artists & entertainers.
Afternoon sightseeing: Charles Bridge.
Kampa Park Restaurant
Elegant restaurant for gourmet French-style dishes, with 3 summer terraces & a winter garden.
Dinner in the area: Kampa Park Restaurant.
Vltava River Cruise
Evening experience: Vltava River Cruise.
Day 2
Old Town Square
Morning activity: Old Town Square.
Lokal Dlouhaaa
Hip restaurant with an industrial decor & a menu of local ingredients cooked to order.
Lunch nearby: Lokal Dlouhaaa.
Astronomical Clock
Medieval timepiece on the facade of city hall displaying the twelve apostles as the clock strikes.
Afternoon sightseeing: Astronomical Clock.
Hemingway Bar
Inspired by the hard-drinking author, a casual lounge bar specializing in freshly mixed cocktails.
Dinner in the area: Hemingway Bar.
Prague Ghost Tour
Evening experience: Prague Ghost Tour.
Day 3
Jewish Quarter
Grand synagogues, a 15th-century cemetery & specialist museums narrate Prague's Jewish story.
Morning activity: Jewish Quarter.
Letna Park
Mature trees dot this large park with grassy areas, flowering bushes & a pavilion with city views.
Lunch nearby: Letna Park.
Petrin Hill
Covered with parks, this historic, rocky hill in the city center is a popular recreational area.
Afternoon sightseeing: Petrin Hill.
Cafe Savoy
Refined cafe/restaurant with a lavish wooden interior evoking the First Czechoslovakian Republic.
Dinner in the area: Cafe Savoy.
Absintherie
Evening experience: Absintherie.