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Holidays in Prague

A hilltop castle, a medieval clock that puts on a show and great-value food. Here's what Prague is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.

BEST FOR🏙️ City break, 🏛️ Culture & history, 🍷 Food & drink
NIGHTS AWAY3 to 4
BUDGET££
BEST MONTHSMay–Jun, Sep
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Prague at a glance

FLIGHT FROM LONDON
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TIME DIFFERENCE
1 HR AHEAD OF THE UK
CURRENCY
CZECH KORUNA (KČ)
ENTRY
NO VISA FOR SHORT STAYS
PLUGS
TYPE C / E · 230V

The EU is bringing in new entry checks, so check the rules on GOV.UK before you book.

When to go

  1. JANCold, quieter
  2. FEBCold, quieter
  3. MARChilly, quieter
  4. APRSpring, a good time to go
  5. MAYWarm, best time to go
  6. JUNWarm, best time to go
  7. JULHot, busy, a good time to go
  8. AUGHot, busy, a good time to go
  9. SEPWarm, best time to go
  10. OCTAutumn, a good time to go
  11. NOVGrey, quieter
  12. DECChristmas markets, a good time to go

May, June and September are warm without the summer crowds. July and August are busy on the bridge and in the old town. December brings Christmas markets with roasting chestnuts and a big tree in the Old Town Square.

Things to do with the family

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Prague Castle

The world's biggest castle complex. The grounds are free, and you can watch the changing of the guard.

FREE

Charles Bridge

A stone bridge lined with statues. Go early before the crowds.

FREE

Astronomical Clock

Figures pop out to put on a show every hour.

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Petřín Hill

A funicular up to a mini Eiffel Tower and a mirror maze.

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Prague Zoo

One of the best zoos in Europe, with a chairlift and gorillas.

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Paddle boats

Hire a boat on the river from Slovanský island.

Prague: common questions

Is Prague good for a family holiday?

Yes. The old town is compact and storybook-pretty, the trams are easy, and food is good value. Cobbles make pushchairs hard work.

How many nights do you need?

Three or four nights covers the main sights at a family pace.

Do UK families need a visa?

No, British passport holders can visit for up to 90 days in any 180 without a visa. New EU entry checks are being brought in, so check GOV.UK before you travel.

Do you need Czech money?

Yes, the Czech Republic uses the koruna, not the euro. Cards work almost everywhere. Avoid the high-street exchange booths.

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