Things to do in Prague

How to Spend 2 Days in Prague: The Perfect Itinerary

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If you're spending 2 days in Prague, we've got the perfect plan for you. Despite spending just 48 hours in the wonderful city, it is possible to see the best of it within this time. One suggestion is to get the Prague Card, as it covers major attractions and offers free and unlimited travel to the same. Additionally, you can also opt for a hop on hop off tour and explore the city.

Day 1 - Prague Castle Complex and City Tour

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Prague Castle Complex (Pražský Hrad)
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If the visual appeal of this colossal stunner wasn’t enough to lure you here, you should know that according to the Guinness World Records, the Prague Castle has the largest castle complex in the world. Begin your tour with this prominent geo-political symbol of Czech Republic as a nation.
Within the Prague Castle complex is the largest place of worship in the city, St. Vitus Cathedral. The cathedral’s stunning architecture is sure to take your breath away. The cathedral was known to hold all royal coronations during the heydays of the Bohemian Empire.
The Prague Castle complex is massive enough to comfortably fit in another church not very far from the St. Vitus Cathedral. The current Romanesque architecture of St. George’s Basilica dates back to the time of reconstruction.

Hours
9 AM - 4 PM daily (Nov-Mar); 9 AM - 5 PM daily (Apr-Oct)

Address
Prague 11908, Czech Republic
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Recommended Experiences
Walking tour of Prague Castle Complex
Skip the Line Access to Prague Castle with Introduction
Skip The Line - Guided Tour of Prague Castles
Night Tour of Prague Castle

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Plan to stay
3 hours

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Prague City Tour
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After exploring the Prague Castle complex, you still have half a day left to discover the vibrant city of Prague. And what better way to do this than taking a laid back half day tour of this city. Although Prague has a lot to offer and it is impossible to cover every spot in half a day, a guided city tour will help you explore some of the most important parts of this glorious city. The city tours are curated to square up to your itinerary and will leave you with an altogether pleasant feeling.

Recommended Experiences
Prague City Tour
Grand City tour of Prague
Walking Tour of Old Town Prague

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Plan to stay
3-10 hours, depending on the tour chosen

Day 2 - Old Town, Church of Our Lady before Týn , Vltava River Cruise, and Beer Tour

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Old Town: Charles Bridge & Prague Astronomical Clock
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You can begin your second day by visiting the oldest bridge in the city, the Charles Bridge. Commissioned by Charles IV, this sandstone behemoth took a total of 45 years to be constructed in its entirety. At either ends of this bridge are two towers that are reminiscent of the days gone by.
The Old Town Hall was the administrative center of this part of the city, and houses the stunning Astronomical Clock. It may take you a few hours fully observe the intricate details of the astronomical clock, which is complete with the walk of the Walk of the Apostles and other Catholic sculptures. It is fascinating how this clock and its functionality has, ironically, survived the wrath of passing time.
There are no Prague Astronomical Clock showtimes as such. The clock chimes every hour from 9 AM - 11 PM.

Recommended Experiences
Walking Tour of Old Town and Jewish Quarter
Prague City Tour

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Plan to stay
30-45 minutes

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Church of Our Lady before Týn (Chrám Matky Boží před Týnem)
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The Týn Church is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture. The church was built in the mid-14th century and it has remained almost unscathed since. Once you are done marvelling at the superlative architecture, you can discover the exhaustive collection of Gothic, Renaissance and Early Baroque works of art on display here. The entire experience at the Týn Church can be humbling and spiritual.

Plan to stay
1 hour

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Vltava River Cruise
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After Týn Church, it's time to reignite the romance. Vltava is the longest river of the country and it snakes through Prague, thus giving you the opportunity to set out on awe-inspiring cruises. A typical 2-hour long cruise takes you up to the Vyšehrad cliff and Podolí waterworks via famous tourist destinations like Charles Bridge, National Theatre, and Dancing House. After a day of touring, this will help you relax and see the city from a different point of view.

Recommended Experiences
Vltava River Cruise
Prague Lunch Cruise

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Plan to stay
1-3 hours, depending on the cruise chosen

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Prague Beer Tour
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Czech Republic has the highest per capita beer consumption. What that means is that you just can’t leave Prague without going on a beer and bar tour. You can go for a pub crawl or try a Czech beer tasting tour that will take you to a few famous bars in the city. Beer tours usually have a beer expert accompanying you; the expert will lay bare the secret behind the gustatory supremacy of Czech beer. Not just that, you will learn the Czech drinking and toasting decorum, and learn the story of the legendary lager, Pilsner. By the end of the night, you won’t be sober, but definitely wiser.

Tips

  • You can opt to go to additional bars at your own expense.
  • Please carry a valid identity proof to the tour.

Recommended Experiences
Historic Czech Beer Tour
Legendary Beer Tour of Prague with Dinner
Prague Pub Crawl

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Plan to stay
3-4 hours if on a beer tour
5+ hours if on a pub crawl

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