Your Ultimate Prague Itinerary

Updated: Jun 20, 2023

I feel like whatever I say about Prague won't be enough - while I have visited the city a couple of times by now, each time I am there I always find something new. Prague is a beautiful, classy and enchanting world that certainly doesn't leave any spectator indifferent.

One of the best things about the city is that while it's the Czech capital, the distances are walkable, all sites are reachable on foot and it feels like you are walking in a museum. Every building, corner, street and cafe are built and designed with love, thought and highest attention to detail. Prague embodies the spirit of the old European aristocracy, imperial aesthetics, medieval cultural creations and modern, present day's flavours.

Prague is easily reachable from anywhere in Europe and the flights are between 1-3 hours long. No more than 3-4 days are completely enough to enjoy all the main sites, routes and attractions. And you can do so without rushing but one can actually slow down and inhale the air around!

Here are my suggestions for the ultimate Prague itinerary:

The National Museum and Wenceslav Square

Prague is divided in two parts - Old Town and New Town. If you are staying in New Town, the easiest way to begin your tour is to start from the National Museum located at the top of Wenceslav Square. From there you will find yourself looking down the main shopping street, full of all world fashion brands, clubs, bars, restaurants and cafes.

The street is hustling and bustling with life, chatter and people from all over the world and it never disappoints. It's at the heart of Prague and a popular meeting spot. Great for some weekend shopping and after-work winding down.

National Museum Overlooking Wenceslav Square

Old Town and The Prague Astronomical Clock

After you have taken your time at Wenceslav Square, you are ready to dive into Old Town. Get lost in the countless small, narrow streets with cobblestones that have been there for centuries. Walk the steps people have been walking since the Middle Ages and feel the spirit of times gone by. In fact, modern day Prague is not so different from how it was in the past - I am sure people were enjoying just as much then!

A few steps later your will find yourself at the Old Square and the Prague Astronomical Clock - one of the emblems of the Czech capital. It dates as back as 1410 and it's the third oldest astronomical clock in the world and still operational. It consists of three main components - the astronomical dial, representing the position of the Sun and the Moon in the sky, statues of Catholic Saints and a skeleton figure representing Death. All figures come out and move every hour when the Clock strikes.

Charles Bridge

After you enjoy the Old Town, the route will take you to Charles Bridge - one of Prague's brightest stars and obviously a must-see. Dating back to 1357 when its construction started, Charles Bridge has been one of the city's symbols ever since. Thousands of visitors flock daily to enjoy its unique spirit, romantic flare and awesome views that are revealed from it.

Charles Bridge is also home to 30 Baroque statues placed on the bridge's edges from 1683 to 1714. The statues depict saints and patron saints and are representation of the sculptural styles and tendencies in decoration in those times.

St. Vitus Cathedral

Prague's highlight is, without a doubt, St. Vitus Cathedral. After reaching the end of Charles Bridge head uphill - the easiest way is to follow a lovely steep street accommodating various craft shops, culinary delights and typical Czech souvenirs. Don't rush and take your time to enjoy the walk.

Eventually, you will reach St. Vitus Cathedral - standing heavily and dignified, overlooking the entire city in its feet. The Cathedral is a Gothic establishment, its constructions started in 1344. Its architecture is breathtaking with sheer size, numerous details and the time's unique spirit.

The Wallenstein Garden

Welcome to the Wallenstein Garden Prague and my personal most favourite spot! After you dive enough into the magnificence of St. Vitus and indulge the breathtaking views from the hill, head down to Mala Strana metro station (Malostranska), go around the corner to the right and you are there!

The Garden is located on the grounds of the Waldstein Palace - this elegant 17th century garden gracefully hides itself in the very heart of the city and is designed in the Baroque style with classical bronze statues and gurgling fountains.

Enjoy this oasis of rest, art and aristocracy in their finest - the ponds are full of koi fish in bright orange and two peacocks - one white and one colourful one - roam around feeling totally at home! And who wouldn't, considering all this beauty around!

Strahov Monastery and Library

Catch your breath while at the Wallerstein Gaden before heading back uphill to Strahov Monastery. You can either walk - it takes about half an hour - or you can take tram 22 which takes about 10 minutes.

Strahov Monastery is an abbey, founded in 1138. The main attraction to see there is undoubtedly the library and its two halls - The Theological Hall and The Philosophical Hall.

Both capture the hearts and minds of the visitors with their beauty - the two Halls are a masterpiece of art, decorations and paintings dating back from the 18th century.

Philosophical Hall, Strahov Monastery, Prague

Please, keep in mind that entering the two Halls is not allowed - they can be admired only from outside. However, private tours are available via which it might be possible to visit the Halls themselves.

After the highly cultural tour around the abbey, sit down and have goulash at the local restaurant - the monastery is the perfect place to enjoy some traditional Czech meals. After that head back to the city for some well-deserved city entertainments and shopping.