Prague travel view

A Verdict itinerary

Prague for a first trip

Start with the landmarks, neighbourhoods and meals that make the city clear. This is a first-trip shortlist, not a race to tick everything off.

Independent, never pay-to-rankGraded for your kind of tripHow we decide
The plan

5 places worth your time

Open any place for the full call, the tradeoffs and the practical details.

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  1. Prague Castle01attractionPrague CastleThe signature half-day, but buy the circuit ticket and arrive early to beat the security line.Read the verdict
  2. Charles Bridge02attractionCharles BridgeAn unmissable orientation walk between Old Town and the castle, but time it early to actually enjoy it.Read the verdict
  3. Old Town Square & Astronomical Clock03attractionOld Town Square & Astronomical ClockThe obvious orientation point; lower your expectations for the clock and enjoy the square instead.Read the verdict
  4. Wenceslas Square04neighborhoodWenceslas SquareYou'll pass through it anyway; pair it with the National Museum rather than lingering.Read the verdict
  5. Prague Visitor Pass05passPrague Visitor PassDo the maths against your actual list — many highlights cost nothing, so the card only pays off on a paid-sight blitz.Read the verdict