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What to see in Prague in 3 days

3 days 16 experiences 8 where to eat from 5€

3-day itinerary for Prague (Czech Republic): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.

Prague blends architecture, history and nightlife at every turn. Here's a 3-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length2-3 days
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BudgetBudget · €
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Getting aroundOn foot
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Known forArchitecture, history and nightlife

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What to see in Prague day by day

Day 1Old Town · Castle and Malá Strana

Medieval Dinner Show
A banquet with a fencing, dance and music show set in the Middle Ages.
from 49€
Free Tour of Prague
The Old Town Square, the astronomical clock and local legends. Tip-based.
Tip-based
Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square
Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square
The most famous medieval clock and its hourly show.
Free
Charles Bridge
Charles Bridge
The Gothic statue-lined bridge, a symbol of Prague.
Free
Jewish Quarter (Josefov)
Jewish Quarter (Josefov)
Synagogues and the old Jewish cemetery.
from 18€
🍽️ U Červeného Páva
regional cuisine.
~19€
🍽️ Kafka Hummus Café
Local cuisine.
~22€
Strahov Monastery Library
Strahov Monastery Library
Baroque halls with frescoes and thousands of ancient volumes on the castle hill.
from 6€
Church of St. Nicholas (Malá Strana)
Church of St. Nicholas (Malá Strana)
A Baroque church with a dome and bell tower dominating the Lesser Town.
from 5€
Prague Castle
Prague Castle
The largest castle complex in the world and St Vitus Cathedral.
from 15€
St Vitus Cathedral
St Vitus Cathedral
The Gothic gem inside the castle grounds.
Petřín Hill
Petřín Hill
A lookout and Eiffel-style tower above the city.
Free
🍽️ U Mlynáře
Local cuisine.
~23€
🍽️ U Schnellů
Local cuisine.
~16€

Day 2New Town

Black Light Theatre Show
A black light theatre performance with ultraviolet effects, typical of Prague.
from 22€
Vltava River Cruise
Prague seen from the river with its illuminated bridges.
from 16€
Wenceslas Square
Wenceslas Square
The grand historic and commercial boulevard.
Free
Dancing House
Dancing House
Prague's most photographed curved building.
Free
🍽️ Jin Jan Jui Jia
Chinese cuisine.
~21€
🍽️ Aichi Sushi
Local cuisine.
~24€

Day 3Vinohrady and Žižkov

Žižkov Television Tower
Žižkov Television Tower
A 216-metre tower with a viewpoint and David Černý's crawling baby sculptures.
from 12€
Riegrovy sady Park
A park in the Vinohrady district with castle views and an open-air beer garden.
Free
🍽️ Na Čepu
Local cuisine.
~20€
🍽️ Pizzeria Donna
Italian (pizza) cuisine.
~16€

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Frequently asked questions about Prague

How many days do I need to see Prague?

With 3 days you can cover the key areas of Prague: Old Town, Castle and Malá Strana, New Town and Vinohrady and Žižkov. The plan spreads them across your days so you don't retrace your steps or waste time between them.

When is the best time to visit Prague?

The best time to visit Prague is spring and autumn, though with a good itinerary it's worth it in almost any season.

How do you get around Prague?

It's a very walkable city: the centre is compact and almost everything is close by, so you'll get around mostly on foot. That's why the itinerary links places by proximity, grouping a different area each day so you never retrace your steps.

What to visit in Prague?

The must-sees in Prague: Free Tour of Prague, Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.

Is Prague worth visiting?

Yes. Prague brings together architecture, history and nightlife, and the must-sees —Free Tour of Prague, Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and Prague Castle— are easy to take in over 3 days. It's worth it even if you're short on time.

Where to eat in Prague?

Some local picks from this guide: U Červeného Páva, Kafka Hummus Café and U Mlynáře. They're placed by area alongside each day of the itinerary.

How much does it cost to visit Prague?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

Every bookable activity includes a direct link to Civitatis to buy the ticket or tour online and skip the lines.

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