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City guide · Czechia

Prague

A fairy-tale skyline of spires, bridges, and beer halls.

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Old town & castle · Architecture · Beer culture · River & bridges

When to visit.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

01What to seeNational Museum in PragueExplore →
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National Museum in Prague

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Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia.

02What to seeDancing HouseExplore →
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Dancing House

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The Dancing House, or Ginger and Fred, is the nickname given to the Nationale-Nederlanden building on the Rašínovo nábřeží in Prague, Czech Republic.

03What to seeCzechoslovakiaExplore →
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Czechoslovakia

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Czechoslovakia was a country in Central Europe.

04What to seePrague Astronomical ClockExplore →
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Prague Astronomical Clock

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The Prague astronomical clock, or Prague Orloj, is a medieval astronomical clock attached to the Old Town Hall in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic.

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Klementinum Library

A 1720s Baroque hall of ceiling frescoes, antique globes and gilded balconies in Prague's old town.

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Prague: 500px provided description: Found this little place over in Prague; feels kind of magical
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Prague

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Prague, photographed in 2024
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Prague

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500px provided description: Found this little place over in Prague; feels kind of magical

Prague, photographed in 2024

Month by month

Prague, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

May in Prague

Prague in May. One of the best months to visit Prague. Typical daytime highs around 66°F (19°C).

June in Prague

Prague in June. One of the best months to visit Prague. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).

September in Prague

Prague in September. One of the best months to visit Prague. Typical daytime highs around 70°F (21°C).

Make a plan

Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

Fly into Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).

Know before you go

  • Change money at a bank, not street kiosks.
  • The tram network is excellent and cheap.
  • Beer is often cheaper than water, and superb.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Prague?

The best time to visit Prague is May–Jun & Sep, in Czechia.

Where is Prague?

Prague is in Czechia. The nearest major airport is Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).

What is Prague known for?

A fairy-tale skyline of spires, bridges, and beer halls.

More places to explore

Explore these places for a longer trip. Distances are straight line; check the route and travel time before planning an outing.

Prague, photographed in 2021
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Prague

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Prague, photographed in 2021