Prague: a 3-day plan and the best time to go

The best time to go

The most comfortable months for walking about are May, June, July, August and September: mild days and less rain. The warmest month is July, at about 78°F (26°C) in the afternoon. The wettest is August.

1. Jan34°42 mm
2. Feb37°32 mm
3. Mar46°39 mm
4. Apr58°36 mm
5. May67°69 mm
6. Jun74°78 mm
7. Jul78°79 mm
8. Aug78°81 mm
9. Sep68°52 mm
10. Oct56°46 mm
11. Nov44°43 mm
12. Dec36°41 mm

Bars show the typical night-time low to daytime high; the numbers are daytime highs in °F and rain in millimetres for the month. Averages for 2001–2020 from NASA POWER, so a given year can be warmer, colder or wetter.

Three days in Prague

Written with AI from public facts about Prague, then checked by Sureno's rules. Opening times and prices change: check them before you go.

Day 1 Old Town and the river

Morning

Old Town Square

Old Town

See the historic square and its surrounding buildings at an unhurried pace.

Afternoon

Charles Bridge

Old Town

Take in views of the Vltava and Prague’s historic skyline from this landmark bridge.

Evening

Dinner in Old Town

Old Town

Choose a nearby restaurant and enjoy an easy first evening in the city.

Day 2 Castle and Malá Strana

Morning

Prague Castle

Hradčany

Explore the castle grounds and enjoy broad views across the city.

Afternoon

Malá Strana streets

Malá Strana

Stroll through this historic neighbourhood, pausing for a café break when you like.

Evening

Dinner in Malá Strana

Malá Strana

Have dinner close to your afternoon walk rather than crossing town.

Day 3 A quieter city day

Morning

Petřín Hill gardens

Petřín

Enjoy the greenery and city views; choose a short, comfortable route.

Afternoon

Vltava river cruise

Vltava River

See riverside landmarks from the water while giving your feet a rest.

Evening

Dinner in Vinohrady

Vinohrady

Enjoy a relaxed final meal in a leafy residential district.

What to eat

• Try Czech dishes such as svíčková, a creamy sauce served with beef and dumplings.
• Look for open-faced chlebíčky sandwiches or a pastry at a café.
• Ask about portion sizes and ingredients when ordering.

Getting there

• Fly into Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).
• From New York: about 8 h 23 min in the air, non-stop (a straight-line estimate; real routes take longer).
• From Los Angeles: about 11 h 57 min in the air, non-stop (a straight-line estimate; real routes take longer).
• From London: about 1 h 54 min in the air, non-stop (a straight-line estimate; real routes take longer).
• Prague has public transport including trams, buses and the metro. The historic centre has cobbled streets and some slopes, so plan short walks and allow extra time. From Václav Havel Airport Prague, use an official taxi or public transport and check current routes before setting out.
• Check official Czech entry rules before travel.
• Cobbles and slopes can make walking tiring; wear comfortable shoes and take breaks.

Plan the flight from your city

Where to stay

• Old TownIt is close to many central sights and makes short visits on foot convenient.
• Malá StranaIt offers a historic setting near the river and the castle area.
• VinohradyIt is a leafy base with cafés and public transport links.

The official Prague tourism siteWhere to sleep, on Wikivoyage

About Prague

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Located on the Vltava River, the city has a population of about 1.4 million, making it the twelfth-largest city in the European Union. Its metropolitan area is home to approximately 2.3 million people.

From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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