One day
Castle first, river afterwards
Take tram 22 uphill to Pražský hrad, visit the castle interiors, then pause for lunch. If you are comfortable with slopes and steps, continue through Lesser Town towards Charles Bridge.
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Prague.
Castle mornings. Riverside afternoons.
Explore Prague Castle at your own pace, then follow the city downhill towards the Vltava. Leave room between the palace rooms, cobbled streets and riverside views.
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First visit
Our suggestion: 2–3 days
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Prague Castle
Castle visit
Our suggestion: 3–4 hours
Plan the sequence
Prague in one or two days
Give the castle a morning or afternoon of its own. These flexible routes keep the climbing and timed visits manageable.
Two days
Split the city across the river
Spend the first day around the castle and Lesser Town. Save the Old Town streets and a relaxed riverside walk for day two, with room for an unplanned stop.
Rain or children
Choose a shorter castle route
Mix the cathedral and palace with a break before Golden Lane. The courtyards are outdoors, so bring a waterproof layer; with children, focus on a few highlights rather than every exhibition.
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Prague Castle
A rewarding half-day for architecture and Czech history. Choose the four-building circuit for a first visit; add the phone guide if you want explanations as you go.
Allow: Our suggestion: 3–4 hours
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Prague Old Town Hall Tower
Choose the Old Town Hall tower for a viewpoint over Prague’s historic square.
Allow: 45–75 minutes
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