Prague in 3 days
Three days is perfect for Prague: enough for the castle, the old town, the Charles Bridge and an evening of cheap beer, without rushing. This day-by-day plan gets the most out of your city break.
✈️ Plan this trip to Prague →Prague in 3 days is the ideal length: the city is compact and walkable, prices are low, and in three days you'll see all the highlights at a relaxed pace. This plan divides the city smartly over three days. See our full Prague guide for more tips, neighbourhoods and sights.
Your 3-day plan, day by day
- Day 1: old town and Charles Bridge Start at the Old Town Square with the astronomical clock, wander the lanes and cross the Charles Bridge at sunset. Evening: a traditional Czech dinner with a pilsner for a few euros.
- Day 2: the castle and Lesser Town Climb to Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral, descend through the Lesser Town and visit the Lennon Wall. Afternoon: views from Petřín Hill.
- Day 3: Jewish quarter and markets Explore the Jewish quarter (Josefov), stroll through a local market and finish with a boat trip on the Vltava before heading home.
What does it cost?
Prague in 3 days costs from €280 per person: flight from the Netherlands from around €70, three nights in a mid-range hotel €50 to 90 per night, and €25 to 35 per day for food and entries. Beer and local food are remarkably cheap.
Practical: prices and an insider tip
Transavia flies direct from Eindhoven to Prague in about 1 hour 25, with return tickets from around 79 to 83 euro. Prague Castle (the main circuit) costs around 450 CZK, roughly 18 euro, and the Old Town Hall tower with the astronomical clock about 350 CZK, roughly 14 euro. Insider tip: walk the Charles Bridge at sunrise, when it is free, empty and at its most beautiful. Public transport is dirt cheap: a 24-hour ticket for tram, metro and bus costs around 120 CZK, roughly 4.80 euro.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 3 days enough for Prague?
Yes, three days is ideal: you'll see the castle, the old town, the Charles Bridge and the Jewish quarter at a relaxed pace, with time for a boat trip or day trip.
How much does a 3-day Prague city break cost?
From €280 per person including flight and three nights. Prague is one of the best-value capitals in Europe.
How do I get to Prague from the Netherlands?
There are direct flights from Schiphol to Prague in about 1 hour 40; from Eindhoven you often fly with a connection.
What's the best time for Prague?
April to June and September to October: pleasant weather and fewer crowds. December is atmospheric with Christmas markets.
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