Prague in 3, 4 or 5 days: our routes for a stay in Prague

Did you take a few days of vacation to discover Chequia? Discover the best routes to visit Prague in 3, 4 or 5 days!

Among all European destinations, there is one that always charms tourists from all over the world: Prague. Joyau de l’Europe centrale, the capital of the former Kingdom of Bohemia is home to an incredible heritage, which is obviously classified as Unesco World Heritage. Considered as the cradle of the people and the Czech language, it was magnified in the 14th century under the reign of Charles IV, Germanic Roman emperor. Prague is from a major cultural centre and a powerful economic hub in Europe. Its tormented history of the last century did not undermine its beauty, the reception of its inhabitants and its exceptional heritage. Are you visiting Prague soon? Then follow our guide and discover the Prague routes that must be done in 3, 4 or 5 days!

Prague in 3 days

Day 1: Old Town and Castle

Start your Prague routes with its most emblematic monuments: the Charles Bridge and the Prague Castle. Both are usually assaulted by tourists in the afternoon. It is then difficult to fully enjoy it or take beautiful pictures!

Charles Bridge

Start your day with a visit to Charles Bridge. As soon as you get there, at least he'll be crowded! Named in honour of Charles IV , symbol of the city, it connects from the 14th century the neighborhood of Malá Strana to the Old Town of Prague called "Staré Město" in Czech. This huge baroque monument is considered one of the most beautiful bridges in Europe! Throughout, you can see statues of saints and enjoy beautiful views of the Vltava and the city.

Once you arrive in Malá Strana, you can choose to discover this picturesque and charming neighborhood. The must-see monuments are the Wallenstein Palace and its garden, the Saint Nicholas Church and the Wall of John Lennon next to the French Embassy. However, we recommend you go directly to Prague Castle, in tram.

The Prague Castle

For that, take the trams 22 or 23 at the Malostranské náměstí stop to reach the Pražský hrad stop. Make sure to arrive at a battery hour (11:00 a.m., 12:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., etc.) to attend the guard’s rotation. The most impressive is at noon.

Then visit the Prague Castle, the seat of the power of the Bohemian kings, the emperors of the Holy Roman Germanic Empire, the presidents of the Czechoslovak Republic, and the Czech Republic! Located on the hill of Hradčany, it is considered the largest ancient castle in the world. A true city in the city, it also houses many religious buildings, a palace and massive architectural elements typical of the city!

The gigantic Cathedral of Saint-Guy and the Basilica of Saint-Georges are obviously a must! His towers are visible all over the city. But also think about visiting Palais Lobkowicz , a museum of art, and also the gardens of the Castle. You can then go back to Malá Strana to visit the area and the monuments mentioned above.

You can finally walk to the Old Town and then discover the astronomical clock Prague. It is usually less frequented at the end or at the beginning of the day.

Good to know: the castle and other major tours of the city are included in the Prague Card.

Day 2: Discovering the Vltava docks

Kampa Park, Legion Bridge and Dance House

For your second day, we recommend you to discover the city along the Vltava docks to Vyšehrad, a former fortified castle. You can start one of the most beautiful routes in Prague from Kampa Park, Malá Strana and cross the Legion Bridge. The latter embraces a charming green island, which hosts events in spring and summer. You will then join the National Theatre, a magnificent building. It is the second starting point of this route in Prague.

Then follow the docks to the Dansante House of Frank Gehry . You can, if you love history, follow the avenue on your left to the Church of Saints-Cyrille-et-Méthode. Its crypt houses a free, exciting and moving museum dedicated to the Operation Anthropoid . This operation, led by the Czech Resistance, resulted in the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, the right arm of Heinrich Himmler during the Second World War.

Naplavka and Vyšehrad

In any case, we invite you to descend to the Vtlava docks (Naplavka) towards the south. On Saturdays and Sundays, a farm market stands. Several stands offer local specialties to eat on the thumb. Once you arrive at the railway bridge, leave the docks and climb up to the hill of Vyšehrad, normally well indicated. This castle, built in the 10th century on a hill overlooking the Vltava, offers superb views of the Old Prague in the North and the Vltava. In the castle, you can also discover a cemetery where the remains of the most famous people of Czech history are located.

After this visit, join the metro stop Vyšehrad. The latter can lead you to the Muzeum decision. You can then go down to Wenceslas Square, one of the largest and famous places in Chequia. Then join the Prague Powder Tower for shopping in Palladium or go to the Old Town.

When the twilight arrives, you can also enjoy a beautiful cruise on the Vltava . You will discover the monuments that have been discovered in the day from a new angle and in a romantic setting! This activity is to be included in your Prague routes.

Day 3: Jewish Quarter and Petřín Hill

Josefov

For this third day we recommend visiting Josefov, the Jewish quarter of Prague, located in the heart of Old Town. This place once welcomed one of the most important Jewish communities in Central Europe. From it there are only a few symbols: synagogues, museums and cemeteries. Discovering them will allow you to discover the sometimes prosperous and sometimes tormented history. You can opt for a guided tour of the neighborhood. You can also visit Josefov's must-sees: the Jewish Museum of Prague, the old Jewish cemetery or the Old New Synagogue.

We recommend you make this visit in the morning. In the afternoon, if the weather is at the rendezvous, we recommend climbing to the top of Petřín hill. All up there, you will enjoy one of the most beautiful views of Prague!

Petřín

Although it is only 327 meters above sea level, this hill of Petrin dominates the landscape. It has a tower, nicknamed the “Small Eiffel Tower of Prague”, a funicular and is surrounded by a gigantic park. To climb to its top, join the station Újezd served by a multitude of tram lines.

Before joining the funicular, or for the courageous to climb the hill on foot, do not miss to discover the monument dedicated to the victims of communism. These seven human figures descending a staircase symbolize the suffering inflicted on political prisoners of the regime. On the ground, a bronze line and memorial plates remind the number of victims.

As for the Prague funicular, it runs between 9 a.m. and over 23 a.m. in the evening, with a departure every 10-15 minutes depending on the season. Attention however: You probably have to queue. But good news if you have a transport card: the climb and the descent will be free!

At the top you can climb in the panoramic tower to enjoy a superb view of Prague and its unmissable monuments! You can also see the St.Lawrence Church and the Chapel of Calvary, walk in the adjacent park and join some beautiful viewers. But most importantly, don’t miss to go along the “Fim Wall”, a crenate rempart, to the monastery of Strahov. This building dating from 1143 houses a beautiful and sumptuous library.

Prague in 4 days

Your first three days in the capital allowed you to complete the must-see routes of Prague. If you have planned to discover Prague in 4 days, then you will be able to take the time and enjoy activities and places closed by tourists. Of course, we have already offered you some lesser-known sites just before, such as the Church of Saints-Cyrille-et-Méthode, the hill of Petřín or Vyšehrad.

For a quiet discovery: the district of Vinohrady

Would you like to include a quieter day in your Prague routes? So we can only recommend you spend some time in the Vinohrady district. Very appreciated by expatriates and loca·les, its discovery necessarily begins with the beautiful Church of St Ludmila, in the centre of Náměstí Míru square. The latter frequently hosts Christmas markets or farm markets. In the adjacent streets you will find many restaurants of the world, as well as charming cafés.

In Jiřího z Poděbrad, you will also find a famous farm market, mainly attended by locals. The nearby transmission tower houses a restaurant. If you book a table at noon, you can eat a delicious Czech meal in addition to having a beautiful view of the city!

Well, take a walk to Riegrovy sady Park. This spot is famous for its view of the castle and the city. This park is the ideal place for picnics or aperitives at sunset!

For art and history lovers: the must-see museums

Did you plan to visit Prague in 4 days? Amateurs and lovers of art and history, enjoy this day in addition to visiting some of the must-see museums in Prague. First of all, you should not miss discovering the Prague City Museum. Located in a magnificent neo-Renaissance building, it presents the history of the Prague site from the Prehistory until 1784. His most exceptional piece is obviously his model of Prague by Langweil between 1826 and 1834!

Then take a tour at the Prague National Museum, the largest museum in the Czech Republic. Located at the end of Place Venceslas, in the heart of the city, its collections deal with nature sciences as the most pointed fields of social sciences. Her pieces come from Chequia and from all over the world.

To learn more about the country’s recent history, you should also visit the Museum of Communism. It will allow you to learn more about the history of this totalitarian regime, Prague coup in February 1948 Velvet revolution November 1989. Exhibitions also present daily life, propaganda and censorship.

In addition, if you complete your itineraries in Prague with your family, go for a ride in Prague Lego Museum . He will like both the little ones and the big ones.

And for a more positive note, we obviously recommend the Mucha Museum. This small gallery is dedicated to Czech artist Alfons Mucha. The latter is known for its iconic paintings, posters, drawings and lithographs. Art lovers can also visit the Decorative Arts Museum or the Kampa Museum.

For food addicts: a gourmet day in Prague

Prague is not necessarily known for its gastronomy, yet Czech cuisine deserves to be part of your Prague itineraries! Beyond that, the famous goulash, a smažený řízek (Schnitzel) or trdelník in the city centre, there are many other wonders. To discover Czech gastronomy , here are several key addresses:

• Kantýna: a well-known butcher shop and meat restaurant;
• Havelská Koruna : to eat in a true Czech canteen;
• Café Louvre : for an atmosphere First Republic and more elaborate Czech meals, but always affordable;
• U Medvídků: a traditional Czech brewery transformed into a restaurant.

Beer is also a central part of Czech culture. The country has hundreds of breweries in its territory. To discover some less known, go to traditional beer bars U Tri Ruzi . For a local atmosphere, we recommend you warmly Zlý Časy . The Restaurace U Bansethů neighbor is one of the best Czech restaurants in the city, only locals frequent.

Prague in 5 days

Same way Paris is not the France Prague does not represent the whole Czech Republic! We recommend leaving the capital if you plan to visit Prague in 5 days or more. To discover the rest of the country, four places seem particularly interesting:

Cesky Krumlov

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this jewel of the South Bohemia is one of the largest castles in the country, superb baroque gardens and especially a charming little town. To discover the history and wonders of Cesky Krumlov, you can choose a guided tour from Prague for a day.

Karlovy Vary

To relax, we can only advise you to visit Karlovy Vary. Located in the northeast of Bohemia, this picturesque spa is renowned throughout Central and Eastern Europe for its mineral hot water sources. Many visitors have been there for centuries for its baths with healing virtues, its tranquility and the beauty of its historic centre.

Note that you can also choose to visit by your own means the cities of Cesky Krumlov or Karlovy Vary. For this, you can take the train or a bus from the Regiojet company.

Kutná Hora and her bone

The town of Kutná Hora is particularly famous for its ossary of Sedlec. This place can only seduce lovers of mysticism and horror. The ossary houses, as its name suggests, the bones of 40,000 victims of the plague. There are excursions from Prague. You will then visit, accompanied by a guide, this fascinating church with bones.

Terezin concentration camp

Terezin is an ancient fortress transformed into a concentration camp by the Nazis. This place full of history can also be visited from Prague. This guided tour will allow you to discover this ghostly city. The travelu·rses will not remain insensitive, since you will immerse yourself in the horror of one of the worst human dramas.

Prague in a week

You want to visit Prague in a week? Perfect! You therefore have the opportunity to visit all the places we have listed. We reassure you, it will be much enough to take care of you! However, if some of the places presented above do not attract your curiosity, here is a list of other interesting places you can include in your itineraries in Prague:

• Visit the fortified castle of Karlstejn and hike to the Grand Canyon;
• Going to search for **works of art David Cerny**a controversial contemporary artist;
• Discover the Prague zoo, which accommodates approximately 640 species, including giraffes, Malaysian tigers or Przewalsk horses;
• Turn around in the charming Letna park ;
• Going to observe Communist memorial of Vítkov ;
• Visit the Clementinum Library ;
• You lose in nature near Divoká Šárka.

Transportation in Prague

To reach the Czech Republic and visit Prague, many options are available to you. Obviously, the aircraft is the most convenient and comfortable solution. Many French airports offer flights to Prague-Václav-Havel Airport.

You can also take the bus. Companies like Regiojet (Czech) and Flixbus offer routes to Prague. By car, a trip of about ten hours awaits you.

To complete your routes in Prague, mobility is absolutely optimal! It is very easy to move to the Czech capital, especially thanks to:

• To the city's trams: this network counts 26 lines Day and 9 lines at night;
• Metro which offers three lines;
• I mean, the bus network: very developed, covers the entire city and connects the airport to the metro.

Now that you know the best itineraries in Prague, it’s just to do them! Good trip!