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Prague is one of the most rewarding places to explore, and this local guide brings together the best things to do, where to eat and where to stay in one place. Highlights include Naplavka Riverbank, The Golden 'Youth' Statue, Prague Castle and Pater Noster Elevator. Food lovers should not miss Lokal and U Kalendu. Below you will find 48 hand-picked local recommendations across sights, restaurants, hotels and tours, which you can filter by category and budget to plan the perfect trip, whether you have a weekend or a week.

Prague at a glance

Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
Best time to visit: spring and autumn
Highlights: Naplavka Riverbank and The Golden 'Youth' Statue, Prague Castle
Where to stay: Liben and New Town
Local picks: 48 hand-chosen recommendations
Getting around: walkable, plus easy public transport

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Where to stay in Prague

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Old Town

Andaz Prague

A design-led luxury hotel in a restored 1920s bank near the Old Town, with playful Czech-inspired interiors, a buzzy bar and a spa. Polished but relaxed, and very central.

★ 4.6

$$$

Old Town

Blue (Czech design shop)

One of a handful of central Prague shops selling genuine Czech-made souvenirs – beautiful hand-blown glass from the country’s renowned glassworks, plus decorated metal and wooden pieces and lovely books about Prague. Tip: for kids, pick up a figure of Krtecek (the Little Mole), a beloved Czech cartoon character.

★ 4.5

Smichov

Cable Car of Hotel NH Praha

Prague’s little-known third funicular (besides Petrin and the ZOO) – a tiny red cable car in Smichov linking the two buildings of the NH Prague City hotel, free to ride. A 156 m track climbs to an upper vantage point and restaurant; the ~10-person cabin is often all yours.

★ 4.4

New Town

Cafe Louvre

A sprawling first-floor cafe open since 1902, once frequented by Kafka and Einstein – all chandeliers, billiards and old-world charm. Great for breakfast, cake or a leisurely coffee over the papers.

★ 4.5

Mala Strana

Cafe Savoy

A grand cafe with a soaring painted ceiling, famous for its breakfasts and brunch, house-baked pastries and a proper Viennese-style coffee ritual. Elegant and popular – book for weekends.

★ 4.6

New Town

Cafe Slavia

A historic riverside cafe across from the National Theatre, a haunt of writers and dissidents (Havel among them) since 1884. Come for the Art Deco room, the river-and-castle view and a coffee steeped in history.

★ 4.4

Old Town

Charles Bridge

The 14th-century stone bridge lined with baroque saints, linking the Old Town to Mala Strana beneath the castle. Mobbed by day – come at dawn or after dark to have its statues and lamplight almost to yourself.

★ 4.8

New Town

Communism & Cold War Walking Tour

A sobering, fascinating guided walk through Prague’s 20th century – life under Communism, the secret police, the 1968 Prague Spring and the 1989 Velvet Revolution – told on the streets where it happened.

★ 4.6

Various

Czech Beer Tasting Tour

The Czechs drink more beer per head than anyone on earth, and this guided crawl shows you why – tasting classic lagers and modern craft in proper pubs, with a guide explaining tank beer, the pour and the culture.

★ 4.7

Vinohrady

Czech Inn

A polished design hostel in trendy Vinohrady with dorms, privates and a genuinely cool basement bar – the sociable, affordable base with a local neighbourhood on the doorstep.

★ 4.5

Mala Strana

Golden Well (U Zlate studne)

A tiny, romantic luxury hotel hidden on a stepped lane just below the castle, with some of the best rooftop-terrace views in the city and a much-praised restaurant. A hushed, special-occasion hideaway.

★ 4.8

$$$

Old Town

Hotel Josef

A sleek, light-filled design hotel on a quiet Old Town street, all glass and clean lines, with a famously good breakfast. Central, stylish and calm – a reliable modern base.

★ 4.6

Josefov

Jewish Quarter (Josefov)

One of Europe’s best-preserved Jewish quarters – a moving cluster of historic synagogues and the extraordinary layered Old Jewish Cemetery. A combined ticket covers the Jewish Museum sites; visit thoughtfully.

★ 4.6

Josefov

Jewish Quarter Guided Tour

A guided tour of Josefov – the historic synagogues, the haunting Old Jewish Cemetery and the Golem legend – bringing the deep, poignant history of Prague’s Jewish community to life.

★ 4.7

Mala Strana

Kampa Island

A tranquil little island tucked under the Charles Bridge – a riverside park, an old water wheel, the crawling-baby sculptures and the Kampa modern-art museum. One of Prague’s most romantic corners.

★ 4.6

New Town

Kantyna

Part butcher shop, part buzzing standing restaurant – top-quality Czech beef ordered at the counter and eaten at communal tables: steak, tartare, carpaccio and smoked cuts, with beer on tap. Where Prague’s meat lovers go.

★ 4.6

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Prague travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Prague?

Two to three days is enough to enjoy the highlights of Prague at a relaxed pace. See our Prague itinerary guide for a day-by-day plan.

Where is the best area to stay in Prague?

Stay central and walkable to the main sights for a first visit. Our where to stay in Prague guide breaks down the best neighbourhoods.

What are the best things to do in Prague?

Browse the local picks above, from top sights and museums to where to eat and stay.

What is the best time to visit Prague?

Spring and autumn usually bring the most comfortable weather and thinner crowds, though Prague is worth visiting year-round.