Prague 1 Travel Guide
Prague
Popular places to visit
Old Town Square
This public space is as important to the people of Prague today as it was a thousand years ago.
Prague Castle
Witness the changing of the guard ceremony at this medieval fortified complex that is now the seat of the President of the Czech Republic and also houses the huge St. Vitus Cathedral.
Prague Astronomical Clock
The hourly show put on by this early 15th-century masterpiece on the Old Town Hall is a must-see event that draws the crowds.
Charles Bridge
This iconic structure with sculptures spans the Vltava River and connects the historic Lesser Town on the west bank with the Old Town on the east bank.
Wenceslas Square
Prague’s busiest boulevard is great for both shopping and nightlife and has a history as a gathering point for local uprisings and celebrations.
Czech National Museum
Discover Czech ethnographical and musical history, art exhibits and African and Asian culture at this series of museums spread across Prague’s city center.
Things to do
Big Bus Prague Hop-On Hop-Off Tour and optional River Cruise
Prague Astronomical Clock Tower Ticket & Optional Audioguide
Prague: Virtual-Reality Time-Travel Experience to 1593
From Old Town: 2-Hour Prague Bus Tour with Top Sights
Prague Devil's Channel Cruise on Vltava River with Commentary
Top hotels in Prague 1
Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague
Highly recommend this hotel. Very clean, spacious room (deluxe double), lots of choice for breakfast and loved their lobby bar for a chilled out drink after walking all day. Close enough to all the sights (15 min walk to the old town) with a great Dutch bar opposite for lovely food and cheap drinks. ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Almanac X Alcron Prague
Great
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG
Nice location
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Grandior Hotel Prague
Excellent accommodations
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Grand Majestic Hotel Prague
Outstanding place to stay within walking distance of a lot of activities. Would highly recommend for a future visit. A+
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Majestic Plaza Hotel Prague
Great location. Clean and spacious room. Varied breakfast choices Nice bar, with reasonablely price, great tasting food
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Prague 1
Josefov
Visitors often come to Josefov for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Jewish Town Hall and Old Jewish Cemetery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Staromestska Station.
Stare Mesto
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Havelska Market to Klementinum-Prague National Library – discover Stare Mesto, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Prague City Center
Charles Bridge Museum and Museum of Medieval Torture are top sights in Prague City Center, and you should be sure to explore the acclaimed art galleries. Hop aboard the metro at Karlovy Lázně Stop or Staroměstská Stop to see more sights in the area.
Petrská čtvrť
If you're spending time in Petrská čtvrť, check out sights like Palladium Shopping Centre or Royal Route and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dlouhá třída Stop or Těšnov Stop.
Mala Strana
Consider a visit to Lesser Town Bridge Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mala Strana. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Malostranské Náměstí Stop or Hellichova Stop.
Nové Město
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Charles Square to New Town Hall – discover Nové Město, a destination also famous for its shopping.
