Day 1 · Tuesday 22 December10:00–20:20
Strahov, Prague Castle and Malá Strana
Ride up to the top, walk from the library to the castle and down Nerudova; an optional river cruise in the evening.
- 10:00
Tram · 15 min
Tram 22 to Pohořelec; Strahov Monastery is right by the stop.
- 10:15
Strahov Library 40 min
The fresco-covered Theological and Philosophical Halls, viewed from the doorways.
Ticket needed: book at least 1 day ahead - 10:55
Strahov Panorama 10 min
The whole city from the edge of the monastery garden; one of Prague’s best views.
- 11:05
Walk · 5 min
On foot.
- 11:10
Loreta 10 min
The Baroque pilgrimage church and its carillon tower, from outside; the bells ring on the hour.
- 11:20
Walk · 5 min
On foot.
- 11:25
Hradčany Viewpoint 10 min
Red roofs and spires from the terrace beside the castle gate.
- 11:35
St Vitus Cathedral 40 min
The Gothic cathedral’s stained glass, Mucha’s window and the St Wenceslas Chapel. Closes early on holidays.
Ticket needed: book at least 3 days aheadPrefer a guide? Guided castle tours include the ticket. - 12:15
Golden Lane 30 min
Tiny colourful houses under the walls; Kafka once wrote at number 22. Same ticket.
- 12:45
Nerudova Street 20 min
The slope from the castle down to Malá Strana: old house signs over the doors and small shops.
- 13:05
Lunch, Malá Strana 75 min
Czech cooking: goulash, svíčková, dumplings. Book ahead in the holiday weeks.
- 14:20
St Nicholas Church (Malá Strana) 30 min
The masterpiece of Prague Baroque: the green dome and gilded décor. The church isn’t heated. Tickets at the door (150 CZK).
- 14:50
Walk · 20 min
On foot.
- 15:10
Rest at the Hotel 170 min
Rest at the hotel and recharge for the evening.
- 18:00
Walk · 20 min
On foot.
- 18:20
Vltava Dinner Cruise (optional) 120 min
The lit-up castle and bridges from the river. Otherwise: dinner in the Old Town.
A Vltava dinner cruise to see the lit-up castle from the river (about 2 hours).