Prague Czech Republic Two Day Itinerary for First-Timers
Prague Czech Republic has been called the city of a hundred spires and referred to as the Heart of Europe. It is difficult to determine how to best use your 48 hours in Prague Czech Republic, there are so many great things to see and do. This 2-day itinerary is jam-packed with must-see sites and top attractions, including, Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, Prague Castle, Golden Lane, Lennon Wall, Dancing Houses, and Malá Strana. Looking for more options? Check these additional things to do in Prague to supplement this itinerary. Have more time? Add a day trip from Prague to Cesky Krumlov or Karlovy Vary. It is possible to travel the world with limited PTO, here’s how to visit Prague in two days. Enjoy your time out of the office!
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How to Best Spend 48 Hours in Prague Czech Republic
Day One: Castles, Palaces, and John Lennon Wall
8 am Grab a coffee and wander through the neighborhood of Novy Svet. Walk to Prague Castle. Don’t be intimidated by the line, it is for security and moves fast. The entrance to the castle grounds is free but does not include entrance to the buildings of Prague Castle. Take a break in the castle café and enjoy the moment. Be sure to see the crown jewels at St Vitus Cathedral before leaving the area.
12 pm Wander around Malá Strana. Have lunch at a sidewalk cafe, visit St. Nicholas Church, and photograph the Lennon Wall.
3 pm Take a canal cruise through Kampa Island.
5 pm Go for a walk along the Vltava River and stop for a selfie with David Cerny’s Baby Sculpture. Cross the Charles Bridge and climb the tower for city views.
7 pm Enjoy dinner and a Czech Folklore Show before returning to the hotel.
Day Two: Dancing House, Czech Food, and Astronomical Clock
8 am Grab a coffee and take a walk along Masarykovo nábřeží toward the Dancing House. Stop by the Hanging Man sculpture of Sigmund Freud on the way to Old Town Square. Tour Old Town Hall and climb the tower. Photograph the Jan Hus Monument and watch the street performers. Hang around the Astronomical Clock to see the hourly procession of the Apostles.
10:30 am Take a cooking class and learn to make a traditional Czech meal.
3 pm Browse the National Museum and shop for souvenirs in Wenceslas Square
6 pm Have dinner and listen to music at the Pilsner Restaurant Municipal House
9 pm Take the Nightwatchmen tour and see the city at night.
Check the Prague Czech Republic Tourism Board website for upcoming festivals, special events, and what’s happening during your stay.
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