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Overview

Prague is the equal of Paris in terms of beauty. Its history goes back a millennium. And the beer? The best in Europe.

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    Prague Jewish Museum

    Staré Město

    This museum consists of six Jewish monuments clustered together in Josefov: the Maisel Synagogue; the Pinkas Synagogue; the Spanish Synagogue; the Klaus…

  • The Gothic towers of Prague's St Vitus's Cathedral. The cathedral is the largest and the most important church in the city.

    St Vitus Cathedral

    Prague

    Built over a time span of almost 600 years, St Vitus is one of the most richly endowed cathedrals in central Europe. It is pivotal to the religious and…

  • Charles bridge looking towards the Old Town Sq.

    Charles Bridge

    Malá Strana

    Strolling across Charles Bridge is everybody’s favourite Prague activity. However, by 9am it’s a 500m-long fairground, with an army of tourists squeezing…

  • Globes and bookshelves in Theology Hall, Strahov Monastery.

    Strahov Library

    Prague

    Strahov Library is the largest monastic library in the country, with two magnificent baroque halls dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. You can peek…

  • Municipal House

    Municipal House

    Staré Město

    Prague’s most exuberantly art-nouveau building is a labour of love, with every detail of its design and decoration carefully considered, and every…

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    National Monument

    Prague

    While this monument's massive functionalist structure has all the elegance of a nuclear power station, the interior is a spectacular extravaganza of…

  • Baroque building facades, Wenceslas Square.

    Wenceslas Square

    Prague

    More a broad boulevard than a typical European city square, Wenceslas Square has witnessed a great deal of Czech history – a giant Mass was held here…

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    Prague Castle

    Prague

    Prague’s most popular attraction. Looming above the Vltava's left bank, its serried ranks of spires, towers and palaces dominate the city centre like a…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Time to Visit

For fun-filled summer festivals and snow-covered markets in Old Town Square, book a trip to Prague. Here are the best times to visit.

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Things to Know

These top tips on health, safety and etiquette can help you plan your trip to Prague.

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Transportation

Prague's excellent public transportation system can take you to all the key neighborhoods in this historic city. Here's how to get around.

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Free Things to Do

Prague isn't the low-cost destination it once was, but there are still some amazing things to do for free. Here's our pick of the best.

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Best Neighborhoods

Plan what to see and where to eat and stay in Prague with this guide to the city's best neighborhoods.

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Day Trips

Within 90 minutes of Prague, five excursions into Czechia’s countryside give visitors a fuller flavor of the country's culture and history (plus beer).

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Money and Costs

You'll find wallet-friendly food, transportation and activities throughout this beautiful city. Here are some top ways to enjoy your trip.

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Traveling with Kids

From fairytale castles to parks along the Vltava River, Prague has a host of family-friendly activities to enjoy.

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