This plan pairs Prague’s historic sights with time to wander its atmospheric streets, keeping each day focused on nearby areas. Costs are rough per-person estimates in Czech koruna (CZK), excluding accommodation.
Budget
About 3,500–5,000 CZK per person for the listed admissions and meals, excluding accommodation, transport, and optional drinks.
Best time to visit
April to June or September to October, for comfortable walking weather and fewer crowds than peak summer.
Old Town and the river
See Prague’s signature Old Town sights on foot, then enjoy the riverfront as the evening settles in.
Morning
See the Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock
Start among the historic façades of Old Town Square and watch the Astronomical Clock strike the hour. The clock is part of the square, so no travel is needed between them.
FreeMorning
Explore the Jewish Quarter
Walk about 5 minutes from the square to Josefov. Visit the Old Jewish Cemetery and synagogues; a combined ticket is the most practical option.
About 600 CZKAfternoon
Wander across Charles Bridge
Walk about 15 minutes from the Jewish Quarter to the bridge, taking in its statues and views of the Vltava. Go at an unhurried pace and look back toward the Old Town towers.
FreeAfternoon
Visit
Walk about 5 minutes from the bridge’s Old Town end to this historic complex. The guided tour includes its Baroque Library Hall and Astronomical Tower; check availability ahead.
About 380 CZKEvening
Stroll along the Vltava at
Walk about 10 minutes from toward Island for a quieter riverside wander and lovely bridge views.
FreeEvening
Dinner near Old Town
Walk around 10 minutes from to for Czech classics and a lively, casual atmosphere.
About 350–600 CZK
Prague Castle and Malá Strana
Spend the day among the castle precinct’s landmarks, then descend through Malá Strana for a relaxed evening.
Morning
Explore Prague Castle
Allow time for the castle courtyards and major interiors. From Malostranská metro station, it is about a 15-minute uphill walk to the main entrance.
About 450 CZKMorning
Visit St. Vitus Cathedral
The cathedral is inside the castle grounds, just a few minutes’ walk from the main courtyard. Step inside for its stained glass and soaring Gothic interior.
About Included in Prague Castle circuit ticketAfternoon
Walk Golden Lane
Stay within the castle complex and walk about 5 minutes from the cathedral area to this narrow lane of historic houses. It is a charming, compact stop on the castle circuit.
About Included in Prague Castle circuit ticketAfternoon
Relax at Wallenstein Garden
Walk about 20 minutes downhill from the castle to this peaceful Baroque garden in Malá Strana. Entry is free, though opening is seasonal.
FreeEvening
See Malá Strana’s main square
Walk about 10 minutes from the garden to , a handsome square framed by historic buildings.
FreeEvening
Dinner in Malá Strana
Walk around 5 minutes from the square to , near the castle steps. It offers Czech dishes and castle-area views; reserving is sensible.
About 500–900 CZK
New Town and Vyšehrad
Mix New Town’s landmark square and riverside architecture with a scenic walk around the historic fortress.
Morning
Visit Wenceslas Square
Start in Prague’s central New Town boulevard, lined with shops, cafés, and historic buildings. It is a pleasant 10-minute walk from Můstek metro station.
FreeMorning
Explore the National Museum
Walk about 10 minutes uphill from the middle of the square to the museum at its upper end. Check current exhibitions and opening hours before you go.
About 300 CZKAfternoon
See the Dancing House
Take a tram or walk roughly 20 minutes from the museum to the riverfront. The building is a distinctive New Town landmark; rooftop access may require a reservation or purchase.
FreeAfternoon
Walk around
Ride the tram or metro for about 20 minutes from the Dancing House area to , then explore its fortress grounds and panoramic viewpoints on foot.
FreeEvening
Visit the Basilica of St Peter and St Paul
Walk about 5 minutes through ’s grounds to the basilica. Check service times and visitor access before entering.
About 100 CZKEvening
Have dinner at
Walk about 10 minutes downhill from the basilica to this well-liked Czech restaurant near the fortress. Booking ahead is a good idea, especially at dinner.
About 400–700 CZK
Good to know
Getting around
The historic centre is very walkable, but use Prague’s trams or metro for longer hops. A 30-minute public-transport ticket is around 30 CZK; validate paper tickets when you board.
Tickets and timing
Book popular guided tours and dinner reservations ahead, and check opening times—some gardens and interiors have seasonal hours.
Money
Prague uses Czech koruna (CZK), not euros. Card payments are common, but choose to pay in CZK if a card terminal offers currency conversion.