Prague 5 Day Itinerary

Title: 5-Day Itinerary for Exploring Prague

Day 1 - Arrival & Old Town

  • Accommodation: Consider staying in the Old Town area for easy access to major attractions. Recommended hotels include the Hotel U Prince, Hotel Mlynec or the budget-friendly Mosaic House Hotel.

  • Breakfast: Start your day with a traditional Czech breakfast at Mlejn or Café Louvre.

  • Activities:

    • Visit the Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. Don’t forget to climb the tower for a panoramic view of the city.
    • Stroll through the narrow, winding streets of the Old Town, and visit the Astronomical Clock at the Old Town Square.
    • Explore the Jewish Quarter (Josefov) with its six synagogues, the Pinkas Synagogue being a must-see.

  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Maly Straka or Kosher Restaurant U Fleku in Josefov.

  • Dinner: Dine at Kuchyne or La Degustation Boheme Bourgeoise.

Day 2 - New Town & John Lennon Wall

  • Breakfast: Continue your mornings at Einstein Café, a popular spot with students and locals.

  • Activities:

    • Wander around the New Town, visit the Wenceslas Square and the National Museum.
    • Head to the Dancing House and then make your way to the John Lennon Wall.
    • Spend the evening at the Letná Park, offering stunning views of Prague Castle.

  • Lunch: Try the Czech fast food, sausage in bread (klobása v rohlíku), at Kolkovna u Danušecké brány.

  • Dinner: Dine at Zátiší Město Praha or Mlýnec Restaurant, both offering modern Czech cuisine.

Day 3 - Vyšehrad & Riverside Walk

  • Breakfast: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel or try a new spot like Bistrot Bistro.

  • Activities:

    • Spend the morning exploring Vyšehrad, with its beautiful gardens, churches, and historic sites.
    • Take a riverside walk from Vyšehrad to the Petřín Hill, passing by the National Technical Museum along the way.
    • Ascend Petřín Hill using the funicular and visit the Petřín Tower and Mirror Maze.

  • Lunch: Have lunch at Mlýnec Restaurant on Petřín Hill or grab a quick bite from one of the many food stalls in the area.

  • Dinner: Dine at Eska, known for its focus on locally sourced ingredients, or Kuchyň for traditional Czech dishes.

Day 4 - Boat Trip & Kafka Museum

  • Breakfast: Start your day with a relaxing breakfast at the Café Slavia.

  • Activities:

    • Spend the morning on a boat trip down the Vltava River to see Prague from a different perspective.
    • Visit the Kafka Museum to learn about the life and work of Franz Kafka.
    • Explore the Prague Zoo, one of Europe’s largest and most modern zoos.

  • Lunch: Grab lunch at the Tropical Greenhouse Restaurant in Prague Zoo or head back to town for a meal at Mlejn.

  • Dinner: Dine at Allegro, known for its innovative Czech and international cuisine, or Eska for a second visit.

Day 5 - Art Nouveau & Farewell Dinner

  • Breakfast: Enjoy your final breakfast in Prague at the Café Savoy.

  • Activities:

    • Spend the morning exploring the Art Nouveau architecture around the Ovocný trh (Fruit Market) and Můstek squares.
    • Visit the National Gallery in Prague to see works by Czech masters such as Alphonse Mucha and František Kupka.
    • Take some time to shop for souvenirs or explore any areas you may have missed during your stay.

  • Lunch: Have a leisurely lunch at Kavárna Louvre before checking out of your hotel.

  • Farewell Dinner: Celebrate your trip with a final dinner at Mlýnec Restaurant, offering excellent views of the Charles Bridge and Old Town Square.