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Prague in 3 days
Prague in 3 days: castle, bridge and the old towns
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Three days is ideal: one day for the castle, Malá Strana and Charles Bridge; one for the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter; and one for the New Town, the river and Vyšehrad – or a day trip to Kutná Hora.
Day 1
Castle, Malá Strana & Charles Bridge
Morning
Tram 22 up to the castle at opening: St Vitus, the Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane.
Afternoon
Walk down Nerudova street to Malá Strana, then Kampa island or Petřín.
Evening
Cross Charles Bridge at dusk and have dinner in the Old Town.
Tip: Check hrad.cz for the current circuit price and opening hours.
Day 2
Old Town & Jewish Quarter
Morning
Old Town Square and the Orloj, then the Jewish Quarter (not on Saturdays).
Afternoon
Klementinum library tour and the Municipal House.
Evening
Sunset at Letná, then dinner across the river.
Tip: Charles Bridge at sunrise is worth an early alarm on one of your mornings.
Day 3
New Town, the river & Vyšehrad
Morning
Wenceslas Square and the National Museum.
Afternoon
Walk to the Dancing House, then along the river to Vyšehrad.
Evening
Sunset over the river from the Vyšehrad walls.
Tip: Prefer a day trip? Swap this day for Kutná Hora.
Where to stay for this route
This plan works best from a central base. Here is each area in one line, with a link to live hotel prices there.
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Old Town· our pick
Best for first-timers · $$$$
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Malá Strana
Best for couples · $$$$
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New Town
Best for value and transport links · $$$
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Vinohrady
Best for longer stays and food lovers · $$
Budget for this itinerary
Paid anchors: the castle circuit, the Jewish Museum and one tower. The bridge, the squares, Letná and Vyšehrad are free. A 24-hour or 72-hour transport pass is good value if you’ll ride trams a lot.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 3 days enough for Prague?
3 days covers the big highlights at a comfortable pace if you group sights by area, as in this plan. Add a day if you want a day trip or more museum time.
What should I book in advance?
Anything with timed entry: Prague Castle & St Vitus Cathedral, Josefov (Jewish Quarter). Check the official sites for current prices and release dates.
Can I change the order of the days?
Yes. Each day is built around one area, so you can swap whole days around, for example to put an indoor museum day on a rainy day.