Top things to see and do in Prague, Czech Republic

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Nicknamed as the ‘City of a Thousand Spires’, Prague is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From its famous landmarks such as Charles Bridge and Prague Castle, to its hidden gems off the beaten path like the narrowest street and the infinity book tower, there are an abundance of things to see and do in the Czech capital. Continue reading for my top recommendations…

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1. Charles Bridge

Charles Bridge is Prague’s most famous attraction and one of the most iconic pedestrian bridges in the world, that crosses the Vltava River and connects the Old Town to Mala Strana. It is defined by its stone-cobbled floor and rows of baroque statues.

2. Old Town Bridge Tower

This is the place to come for the best views of Prague. The Old Town Bridge Tower is situated at the end of Charles Bridge, closest to the Old Town. From the top, the views of the Czech capital are truly breathtaking.

A guided walking tour of the Old Town is a great way to see the majestic sights, whilst learning about the history and architecture of the city.

3. Vltava River Cruise

A panoramic Vltava River boat cruise is the best way to see the iconic sights of Prague from a different perspective. I booked this one-hour cruise which is great value for money and is the best way to discover the highlights of Prague, take photos, and listen to informative commentary, whilst cruising along the river.

4. Klementinum Astronomical Tower and Baroque Library

The Klementinum is the second largest building complex in the Czech capital, after Prague Castle. You can visit this magical building on a guided tour.

The tour takes you inside the Baroque Library, the Meridian Hall, and the Astronomical Tower, the longest continuously-measuring meteorological station in the Czech lands.

The Baroque Library is one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, home to a collection of 20,000 rare books.

5. Infinity Book Tower

My favourite hidden gem in Prague is the unique infinity book tower, located in the Municipal Library of Prague. This jenga-style cylindrical tunnel consists of 8,000 books and mirrors, that gives an appearance of a never ending spiral of books. This spot off the beaten path has been open to visitors since 1998.

6. Old Town Square

The Old Town Square has been the market square for Prague since the 11th century. It is the beating heart and soul of Prague, filled with market stalls, shops and restaurants. This square is often voted as the most beautiful square in Europe.

7. Astronomical Clock

This is the world’s oldest working Astronomical Clock. It was installed in 1410 and features three main components – the astronomical dial, the Walk of the Apostles, and a calendar dial. Every hour, the clock puts on a show, with the bells ringing, twelve apostles walking by, a rooster crowing, followed by the clock chiming – it can get very busy but be sure to watch one of the hourly shows when in Prague!

8. Old Town Hall Tower

For the best view over the Old Town Square, climb to the top of the Old Town Hall Tower, which is located next to the astronomical clock – the birds-eye view of the city is incredible!

9. Franz Kafka Rotating Head

This reflective sculpture, created in 2014, is one of the most unique attractions in Prague. It depicts the face of the famous Czech writer Franz Kafka.

The sculpture is 11m tall and consists of 42 rotating layers. The head rotates on the top of the hour, every hour, for 15 mins between 8am-9pm.

If you’re in for some fun, check out this cool Franz Kafka outdoor escape game.

10. Dancing House

The Dancing House is one of the most famous and photogenic sights in Prague. Completed in 1996, the well-loved building is situated next to the Vltava River and symbolises a dancing couple – Fred Astair & Ginger Rogers. It is also a residential building and an office block. It is no surprise that the Dancing House has won numerous awards for its unique architectural structure.

11. Mala Strana

Mala Strana, also called the Lesser Town, is Prague’s oldest neighbourhood. It is home to some of Prague’s most famous sites, including the Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, St. Nicholas Church and the John Lennon Wall.

12. Narrowest Street

Welcome to the narrowest street in the world! Located in Mala Strana, this 32ft-long street is sandwiched between two buildings and it is only 70cm wide. It operates a traffic light system for pedestrians, to regulate the flow of people through this tiny space.

13. Lesser Town Bridge Tower

The Lesser Town Bridge Tower is located at the other end of the Charles Bridge, closest to Mala Strana. It offers another unbeatable view of Charles Bridge and the city, from a different perspective.

You can purchase a combined ticket which includes entrance to both of the Charles Bridge Towers (Old Town Bridge Tower and the Lesser Town Bridge Tower).

14. John Lennon Wall

The John Lennon Wall is a symbol of freedom, as John Lennon’s ideas gave Czech citizens a feeling of hope and optimism during communist rule.

15. Prague Castle

Prague Castle is a historic fortress, built in the 9th century, and is the official office of the President of the Czech Republic. It forms a distinctive part of the Prague skyline and can be visited on an informative tour.

The changing of the guard at Prague Castle is a cool spectacle, with the best one taking place at 12pm each day.

The Castle’s grounds also includes the St. Nicholas Bell Tower, Old Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral. This gothic cathedral is located inside Prague Castle. It is the site of the coronation of Czech royals and the place of burials for saints and noblemen. Construction began in 1344 and it took almost 600 years to complete.

16. Petrin Tower

Petrin Tower was built in 1891 and was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris. This 63.5m tall building is located on Prague’s Petrin Hill and is one of the city’s most beautiful and highest viewpoints.

17. Prague streets

Prague is one of Europe’s most well-perserved and prettiest cities, meaning it is the perfect location for street photography. I walked everywhere and during my roaming, I stumbled across lots of pretty Instagrammable spots on Prague’s streets…