Prague
Prague is a place we had heard a lot about but had never gotten around to visiting. I don’t know why we waited so long, but when we went this year we absolutely fell in love with it! It’s one of those cities that sneaks up on you, where one minute you’re walking through stark buildings, and the next you are crossing a medieval bridge. It’s absolutely beautiful, even in the grey sky’s we had when we visited. If you’re planning a visit, this guide will help you see Prague beyond the postcards and experience the city the way it’s meant to be felt.
Twelve Best Things To Do in Prague
Prague Itinerary
This was our itinerary for our weekend trip. If you have more time you can spend longer in these places, or choose which activities you would like to do. [Note: not all locations are open year round]
Day 1
6.30am (or earlier) - Sunrise
Old Charles Bridge
Church of St. Salvator (1 min walk from Old Charles Bridge)
Only open for events - view from outside and peak through door
Prague Astronomical Clock (7 min walk from St. Salvator)
Watch the show on the hour
Church of our Lady before Tyn (3 min walk from the Astronomical Clock)
Free to enter
Entrance is tucked behind a few buildings, you access the church via a side alley.
Old Town Square (1 min walk)
Tynska (4 min walk)
Interesting alleyway
Prague Jewish Quarter (8 min walk)
The House at the Black Madonna (11 min walk)
It’s a museum
Cool staircase that looks like a lightbulb
https://www.upm.cz/en/visiting/addmission/
The Powder Tower (2 min walk)
City gate built in the 15th century and restored after being damaged in the Battle of Prague.
You can go in the tower https://prague.eu/en/objevujte/powder-gate-tower-prasna-brana/
Jerusalem Synagogue (7 Min walk) 38 min - 2.7 km
National Museum (10 min walk)
Lucerna Palace (7 min walk)
Good spot for food
Lucerna passage - upside down horse & hanging piano
Go upstairs via moving elevator
Sunset normally behind the castle
Kino Světozor (2 min walk)
Connected to above
Good spot for food and architecture
Book tower - municipal library
Idiom art sculpture
Mirror Chapel (14 min walk)
Classical Concert 1 hour
Bar
Day 2
6.30am - Sunrise
Old Charles Bridge
Certovka Canal (2 min walk from bridge)
Street that has a canal through it like Venice
Mala Strana (8 min walk)
Prague Castle (20 min walk)
The "Secret" Shortcut: take Tram 22 up to the "Pohořelec" stop and then walk downhill through the Castle grounds back into the city. It saves the legs and offers better views.
Public Transport is the Backup: Prague has one of the best tram systems in the world. If you get tired, a tram is never more than a 5-minute walk away.
Novy Svet (7 min walk)
Interesting street
Nerudova (11 min walk)
Strahov Monastery (16 min walk)
Petrin Tower (11 min walk)
Cafe Savoy
Dancing House
Other activities you can do:
Prague City Hall - open Monday to Friday to see elevators
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Where We Stayed in Prague
Prague Scams
Prague is a magical city, but it has some specific "traps" that are almost legendary among travelers. Here are scams to avoid and the quirks to embrace.
The Currency Exchange Trap: Offices in Old Town often display a "0% Commission" sign but give you an exchange rate 20–30% worse than the actual market rate.
The Fix: Use bank ATMs. In 2026, you can pay for almost everything via card/contactless, so you rarely need much cash.
The "Traditional" Trdelník:
The Trap: You’ll see these "Chimney Cakes" on every corner labeled as "Old Bohemian Tradition."
The Truth: They aren't Czech. They were brought in for tourists around 2010. They are fine to eat, but they are overpriced and definitely not what a local would call "traditional."
The Fix: If you want real Czech pastry, look for a Větrník (caramel cream puff) or Buchty (sweet buns) at a local bakery (pekařství).
The Taxi Overcharge:
The Scam: Hailing a taxi on the street, especially near the Train Station or Old Town, often leads to a "tourist price" that is 3–5x the legal limit.
The Fix: Stick to Uber or Bolt.