Destination 01
Prague
Gothic spires, a hilltop castle and cheap, excellent beer. Stay 3 days.
Prague Castle
Vast castle complex with St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane.
Tip Arrive at opening to see St. Vitus before tour groups.
Charles Bridge
14th-century stone bridge lined with 30 Baroque statues over the Vltava.
Tip Cross at sunrise for an empty bridge.
Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock
Main square with Týn Church and the medieval clock that performs on the hour.
Tip Climb the Old Town Hall tower for the view rather than fighting for space below.
Jewish Museum in Prague
Synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery in Josefov, on one combined ticket.
Tip Closed Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
Petřín Hill
Wooded hill with orchards, a lookout tower and views over the red roofs.
Tip Ride the funicular up from Újezd and walk down.
Vyšehrad
Fortress above the river with a basilica and the cemetery where Dvořák is buried.
Tip Quieter than the castle; good for a sunset walk.
Lokál Dlouhá
Long beer hall serving tank Pilsner Urquell and Czech classics like svíčková.
Tip Book for dinner; it fills with locals after work.
Café Louvre
Grand first-floor café open since 1902, once frequented by Kafka and Einstein.
Tip Good for breakfast; there is a billiards room at the back.
U Fleků
Brewpub pouring its own dark lager since 1499, with a large beer garden.
Tip Waiters bring Becherovka shots unasked; decline if you don't want them.
Letná Beer Garden
Open-air beer garden in Letná Park with a broad view of the bridges.
Tip Seasonal; best from May to September.
