Holiday in Prague
City in the Czech Republic — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇨🇿
Country
Czech Republic
Type
City
Best time to travel
April–June, September–October (mild, fewer tourists)
Budget/day
60–100 €
Getting there from Germany
Direct flights from many German cities in 1 hour to Václav Havel (PRG). Also easily reachable by train/bus (4–5h from Munich/Berlin).
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What makes Prague special as a destination?
Prague, the golden city on the Vltava, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and impresses with its nearly perfectly preserved historic old town, which uniquely combines Gothic, Baroque, Art Nouveau, and Cubism. The Czech capital offers a density of architectural beauty that rivals even Paris and Vienna — and at significantly lower prices. The Charles Bridge, lined with 30 Baroque statues of saints, connects the Old Town with the Lesser Town and the mighty Prague Castle, the largest contiguous castle complex in the world. St. Vitus Cathedral within the castle impresses with its Gothic towers and Alfons Mucha's Art Nouveau stained glass windows. The Old Town Square with the astronomical clock, which has shown its apostolic procession every hour since 1410, is the pulsating heart of the city. Prague's beer culture is legendary: Pilsner was invented here, and in historic beer halls like U Fleku (since 1499) and Strahov Monastery Brewery, top-quality beer flows for three to four euros per half liter. The Jewish Quarter Josefov, with its synagogues and the old cemetery, tells a moving story. The Vinohrady district offers the hip, local side of Prague away from the tourist crowds. Prague is attractive year-round, with May and September offering the best weather and fewer crowds.
What are the top highlights in Prague?
The top highlights in Prague include Charles Bridge, Prague Castle (Hradčany), Old Town Square & Astronomical Clock, Josefov (Jewish Quarter), Letná Park & Beer Gardens.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Charles Bridge
The 600-year-old bridge with its 30 Baroque statues connects the Old Town and the Lesser Town – at 6 AM, you almost have it to yourself.
Prague Castle (Hradčany)
The largest closed castle complex in the world: St. Vitus Cathedral, Golden Lane, and the view over the red roofs of the city – a whole day is worth it.
Old Town Square & Astronomical Clock
The magnificent square with the Town Hall and the 600-year-old Orloj – every full hour, the apostolic figures perform.
Josefov (Jewish Quarter)
One of the oldest Jewish quarters in Europe with six synagogues and the old cemetery with 12,000 gravestones stacked on top of each other.
Letná Park & Beer Gardens
The hill above the Vltava offers the best panoramic view over the bridges and towers – with a beer garden and a metronome sculpture.
Hotels in Prague
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When is the best time to visit Prague?
The best time to visit Prague is April–June, September–October (mild, fewer tourists). Warm, 22–30 °C, occasional thunderstorms, long evenings in beer gardens In winter: Cold, -5 to 3 °C, occasional snow, Christmas markets in the Old Town Square are magical
Recommended travel time
April–June, September–October (mild, fewer tourists)
Summer
Warm, 22–30 °C, occasional thunderstorms, long evenings in beer gardens
Winter
Cold, -5 to 3 °C, occasional snow, Christmas markets in the Old Town Square are magical
How much does a holiday in Prague cost?
Budget travellers: 30–45 €/day, mid-range: 60–100 €/day, luxury: 150–350 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
30–45 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
60–100 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
150–350 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Prague?
Direct flights from many German cities in 1 hour to Václav Havel (PRG). Also easily reachable by train/bus (4–5h from Munich/Berlin).
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Prague?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Beer in Prague pubs often costs less than water – the hospoda (pub) U Fleků has been brewing its own dark beer since 1499.
Visit the Charles Bridge at sunrise (before 7 AM) – during the day it is overcrowded with thousands of tourists.
Trdelník (the 'Bohemian' chimney cake) is actually not a Czech dish – for real cuisine, rather try Svíčková or Knedlíky.
Prague Castle has free entry to the courtyard and St. Vitus Cathedral – only the interiors require tickets.
What should you eat in Prague?
Typical specialities in Prague: Svíčková na Smetaně — Beef roast in creamy root vegetable sauce with dumplings and cranberries – the Czech national dish., Vepřo-Knedlo-Zelo — Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings – Bohemia's hearty trio, perfect with beer., Pilsner Urquell — The original pilsner – in Prague, fresh from the tap, incomparably better than from the bottle. Tank pubs serve it unpasteurized., Trdelník — Yeast dough rolled over charcoal with sugar and cinnamon – touristy, but still delicious and warm on cold days., Kulajda — Creamy mushroom soup with dill, potatoes, and poached egg – Czechia's best soup, especially in autumn..
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