Prague is a city that’s perfect for a short visit. The historic center is relatively compact, and many of the main attractions are just a few minutes’ walk from one another. Tourial has put together the perfect itinerary for you. The best way to plan your trip is to divide your days by neighborhood, alternating between walks and short trips by tram and metro. Our editorial team’s itinerary lets you see Prague’s most important sights without spending too much time on public transportation, while still enjoying the city’s atmosphere.
Day 1
The Castle, Malá Strana, and the Charles Bridge
The first day is devoted to the most scenic part of the city. We’ll start in the Prague Castle district. Here, you can spend about three hours visiting the castle complex and the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, St. George’s Basilica, and the charming Golden Lane. All of this will take you about 3 hours and cost a total of about €18. This is the Main Circuit, a ticket that includes these four attractions.
Once the tour is over, you can continue on foot to Strahov Monastery, famous above all for its Baroque library, and then walk down Petřín Hill. In the afternoon, you’ll arrive in Malá Strana. Strolling along Nerudova Street, you’ll easily reach Malostranské Square, St. Nicholas Church, and Kampa Island.
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The day ends on a high note as you cross the Charles Bridge at sunset, when the light makes the view of the Vltava even more breathtaking. It is the city’s oldest bridge and is said to be one of the vertices of the “magic triangle” of Europe, along with Turin and Lyon. Don’t miss the chance to take a photo on the bridge, just like the iconic Depeche Mode photo—taken by photographer Anton Corbijn in the fall of 1988—next to the Pietà sculpture.
Day 2
The Old City and the Jewish Quarter
Get your legs ready—you’ll spend almost the entire second day on foot. It’s best to start early at Charles Bridge, when it’s still relatively quiet, and then head to the Klementinum, one of the city’s most important historic complexes. From there, it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the spectacular Old Town Square, the heart of medieval Prague. Here you’ll find the Astronomical Clock, the Old Town Hall, the Church of Our Lady before Týn, and St. Nicholas Church.
After lunch—during which you simply must try the Trdelník, a delicious spiral of sweet pastry baked over an open fire and dusted with sugar—it’s time to explore the Jewish Quarter. Here you can admire the synagogues and the charming Old Jewish Cemetery and the Old-New Synagogue.
In the late afternoon, you can continue on foot along Pařížská Street to the Powder Tower and the Municipal House: a visit to these sites takes about 2 hours and costs a total of 20€. In the evening, we recommend taking a pleasant ferry ride on the Vltava River. It’s a guided tour lasting about 1 hour, during which drinks are often served and stories about the city are shared.
Day 3
Wenceslas Square and Vyšehrad
On the last day, you’ll get to discover a different side of Prague—one that’s more modern and less touristy. Start at Wenceslas Square, one of the main squares in the New Town, and then head to the National Museum. The visit here will take about 2 hours; admission is €15. After the visit, it’s time to take the metro. From the Muzeum station, take Line C south and get off at Vyšehrad.
Here you’ll find the ancient fortress of Vyšehradawaits you—one of the city’s most peaceful and scenic areas. Here, the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, the Slavín Cemetery, the ancient walls, and the large park overlooking the Vltava River are all worth a visit.
In the afternoon, you can head back toward downtown and visit the “ ” (Dancing House), then take a stroll along the river to the National Theater.
How to Get Around in Prague
The simplest rule is: walk in the city center, take the tram to the hilly areas, and take the metro for longer distances. For a three-day trip, it may be convenient to purchase a 72-hour transit pass, valid on the metro, trams, and buses. By organizing your visits by neighborhood, Prague becomes an easy city to explore: each day follows a logical route, travel time is minimized, and you’ll have much more time to enjoy the atmosphere of its streets, squares, and stunning views.
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