Prague City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Prague City Center
Popular places to visit
Old Town Square
The historic centre of Prague, just as much of a thriving central landmark today as it was hundreds of years ago.
Prague Castle
An impressive complex with over 1,000 years of history, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the Czech government and the splendid St. Vitus Cathedral.
Prague Astronomical Clock
One of the world’s oldest working astronomical clocks, complete with animated wooden figures that come alive in a captivating must-see show every hour.
Charles Bridge
A historic and intricately designed pedestrian bridge over the Vltava River, connecting the Lesser Town on the west with the Old Town in the east.
Wenceslas Square
Prague’s long boulevard in the heart of the New Town is the city’s historic focal point and a great place for visitors to shop and eat out.
Czech National Museum
Discover Czech ethnographical and musical history, art exhibits and African and Asian culture at this series of museums spread across Prague’s city center.
Activities
Prague Ghost and Legend of Old Town Walking Tour
Prague: Entry Ticket Classical Concert at the Mirror Chapel
Prague Castle Tour Including Admission Ticket - 2.5 Hour
WWII in Prague Tour & The Crypt of Operation Anthropoid
Small-Group Tour of Prague Castle with Visit to Interiors
Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Cruise & Lunch
Our pick of the best Prague City Center Hotel Deals
Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
Almanac X Alcron Prague
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
ibis Praha Old Town
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Grandior Hotel Prague
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Grandium Hotel Prague
Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025
Majestic Plaza Hotel Prague
Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Prague City Center
Stare Mesto
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Old Town Square to Havelska Market – discover Stare Mesto, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Mala Strana
Consider a visit to Lesser Town Bridge Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mala Strana. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Malostranské Náměstí Stop or Hellichova Stop.
Josefov
Visitors often come to Josefov for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Jewish Town Hall and Old Jewish Cemetery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Staromestska Station.
Prague 1
Known for its popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Prague 1. Check out top attractions like Old Town Square and Prague Castle, and jump on the metro at Staromestska Station or Staroměstská Stop to see more of the city.
Nové Město
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charles Square to Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius – discover Nové Město, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Petrská čtvrť
If you're spending time in Petrská čtvrť, check out sights like Palladium Shopping Centre or Royal Route and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dlouhá třída Stop or Těšnov Stop.
- Old Town Square
- Prague Castle
- Prague Astronomical Clock
- Charles Bridge
- Wenceslas Square
- Sex Machines Museum
- Old Jewish Cemetery
- St. Vitus Cathedral
- Old Town Bridge Tower
- Powder Tower
- Prague National Theatre
- Old Town Hall Tower
- Petrin Lookout Tower
- Rudolfinum
- Strahov Monastery
- Na Prikope
- Klementinum-Prague National Library
- Church of Our Lady Victorious and the Infant Jesus of Prague