Short on Time? Prague Is Perfect for Quick Plans
Prague is compact, walkable and full of beautiful places close to each other. Even with just 3–6 hours, you can experience iconic spots without rushing. The key is to pick one area and explore it well instead of criss-crossing the whole city.
1. Quick 3-hour plan: Old Town essentials
- Start at Old Town Square
- See the Astronomical Clock
- Walk narrow streets toward Charles Bridge
- Coffee break by the river
2. 4-hour plan: Charles Bridge & Kampa Island
- Cross Charles Bridge slowly
- Walk to Kampa
- Riverside cafés
- Optional: Lennon Wall
3. 5-hour plan: Letná Park & viewpoints
- Tram to Letná
- Walk through the park
- Beer garden viewpoint
- Head toward river
4. 6-hour plan: Vinohrady cafés & relaxed walk
- Start at Jiřího z Poděbrad
- Brunch/café
- Local streets
- Riegrovy sady
5. Weather-based ideas
Sunny
- Náplavka
- Castle gardens
- Stromovka Park
Rainy
- Palladium
- National Museum
- Cafés near Main Station
6. What to do with luggage
- Hotel storage
- Main Station lockers
- Storage shops
- Luggage pickup (no return needed)
7. Mistakes to avoid
- Trying to see both sides of the river
- Charles Bridge at peak time
- Trams during rush hour with bags
- Tight timing before flights
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