3 Days in Prague. The Perfect Itinerary
How to Spend 3 Days in Prague?
Prague is difficult to describe in any unambiguous way: it is both the capital of Bohemia. It’s a medieval city with stones instead of asphalt on the roads. It is a modern European capital, with a lot of youth culture. Today’s Prague is the result of eleven centuries of development with rich history and it is not surprising that several world famous personalities were born or lived here.
The most famous include, for example, the Czech king and Roman emperor Charles IV, the composer Antonin Dvorak, the opera diva Ema Destinova and the writers Franz Kafka, Karel Capek and Jan Neruda. W. A. Mozart lived and worked in Prague for a short time. Prague is a favorite filming location for a number of Czech and foreign directors. In additon Pragueis called the most attractive city in Europe.
Intrigued? So let’s quickly figure it out, how to spend three perfect days in Prague.
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Known for its stunning architecture and vibrant culture, the city offers plenty of things to see and do. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, here is the perfect itinerary on how to spend a three days in Prague. Furthermore you will discover the best things to do in Prague, and how to make the most of Prague’s attractions.
Day 1 of 3 days in Prague: Exploring the Heart of Old Prague
Morning: Old Town Square
Start your day by exploring the Old Town Square, where you’ll find some of the city’s most iconic landmarks such as the Old Town Hall and the Astronomical Clock.
Old Town Square in Prague is an attraction that every tourist should visit. That is why the area is always crowded. Everyone knows that the area is the center of the historical part of Prague (Stare Mesto). The total area is about 15 thousand square meters, which is actually quite a lot.
Here you can see its main attractions, as well as the facades of houses of various architectural styles – Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo. Old Town Square is mentioned in the 13th century, when a market was located on its territory.
The favorable location at the crossroads of European trade routes allowed the market to exist for quite a long time. So in the 13th century it was called the Old Market, from the beginning of the 14th century – the Old Town Market, and in 1895 the name finally and irrevocably changed to today’s.
Midday: Charles Bridge
Take a stroll along the Charles Bridge, which offers beautiful views of the city and the Vltava River. The bridge connects two historical districts of the capital of the Czech Republic – Stare Mesto and Mala Strana.
On its eastern side stands a powerful tower with a Gothic arch. Above it are shields with the coats of arms of the lands of the Holy Roman Empire and sculptural portraits of kings Charles IV and Wenceslas IV.
The western entrance is guarded by two towers. The lower one on the left was built together with the bridge, the right one – in the middle of the 15th century. On its upper tier there is an observation deck, which offers beautiful views of the bridge and the city.
Afternoon: Prague Castle
During your trip in Prague visit the Prague Castle, which is the largest ancient castle in the world and the official residence of the President of the Czech Republic.
Address: Hradčany, 119 08 Prague 1, Czechia
Late Afternoon: Jewish Quarter
In the late afternoon, take a tour of the Jewish Quarter, where you’ll learn about the history and culture of the Jewish community in Prague.
Evening: Traditional Czech Cuisine Experience
Finish your day by enjoying a traditional Czech meal and a pint of beer at one of the city’s many pubs.
Czech cuisine is traditionally interesting to many people and love for beer, good, high-quality beer, is almost in the Czechs’ blood. And, since the Czechs definitely know a lot about beer, as well as snacks to go with it, many guests of Czech cities do not hide the fact that they are there for gastronomic reasons.
The national Czech drink is, of course, beer. It is no coincidence that many of its varieties are known far beyond the borders of the country. Brewing in the Czech Republic was widely developed already in the 16th century. Since then, the brand and recipe of the favorite amber drink have been passed down from generation to generation, like gondolas and the secrets of making Murano glass among the Venetians or silk among the Chinese.
Day 2 of 3 days in Prague: Art, History and River Views
Morning: National Museum
Start your day by visiting the National Museum, which houses a vast collection of Czech and Slovak history and art.
Address: Václavské nám. 68, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia.
Here is the direction by Google Map.
Midday: Wenceslas Square
Take a walk through the Wenceslas Square, which is the main shopping and commercial area in the city.
Afternoon: St. Vitus Cathedral and Vltava River
Visit the St. Vitus Cathedral, which is the largest and most important church in Prague.
After visiting the St.Vitus Cathedral take a boat tour of the Vltava River to see the city from a different perspective.
Evening: Classical Concert
Finish your day by enjoying a concert at one of the city’s many classical music venues.
Day 3 of three days in Prague: Art, Nature and Day Excursion
Morning: Mucha Museum
Start your day by visiting the Mucha Museum which is dedicated to the work of Art Nouveau artist Alphonse Mucha.
Address: Panská 7, 110 00 Nové Město – official website
Midday: Petrin Hill
Take a stroll through the Petrin Hill, which offers beautiful views of the city and is home to the Petrin Tower, a miniature version of the Eiffel Tower.
Afternoon: Lennon Wall and Karlstejn Day Trip
Visit the Lennon Wall, which is a famous graffiti wall dedicated to the late musician John Lennon.
Address: Velkopřevorské nám., 118 00 Malá Strana, Czechia
In the afternoon, take a day trip to the nearby town of Karlstejn, which is home to a beautiful 14th century castle.
The fortress of Karlštejn is the most visited castle near Prague in the Czech Republic, obviously after the Pražský hrad. It was Charles IV who had it built as a place of custody for royal treasures, sacred relics and coronation jewels.
From Prague, a valid alternative to the car is provided by the trains of České dráhy, the Czech railway network. It takes about 40 minutes and the ticket around just over 3 euros.
Evening: Prague Farewell
Conclude your day with another delightful Prague meal and a pint of beer or two. Think about on your three days in Prague, checking your pictures and your memories you’ve created in this captivating city.
Overall, Prague is a city that has something for everyone. Whether you’re interested in history, art, music, or just want to enjoy a pint of beer, you’ll find plenty to see and do in this beautiful city.
Just remember to bring comfortable shoes and a camera, as you’ll be doing a lot of walking and want to take a lot of pictures of the gorgeous architecture and sights.
