Charles Bridge
A 14th-century Gothic stone bridge over the Vltava, lined with Baroque statues and always busy with people.
Tickets →Prague, Czechia
Prague: airports, things to do and where to stay
Prague is the capital of Czechia, on the Vltava, with a World Heritage historic centre, a castle on the hill and a long brewing tradition.
Prague airports
From the airport to central Prague
Praga Václav Havel airport is about 13 km from central Prague.
Bus 119
City bus to the Nádraží Veleslavín metro station (line A), with a link to the centre.
Bus 100
City bus to Zličín metro station (line B), handy for the south and east of the city.
Airport Express (AE)
A direct bus between the airport and Prague main railway station (Praha hlavní nádraží).
Taxi
Official ranks outside arrivals. The ride to the centre takes about 30 min depending on traffic.
Prague
Things to do in Prague
Prague Castle
A vast complex of palaces, churches and gardens on Hradčany hill, with St Vitus Cathedral at its centre.
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Astronomical Clock
A medieval astronomical clock on the Old Town Hall, famous for its hourly procession of figures.
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Old Town Square
The main square of the Old Town, with the Gothic towers of the Týn Church and colourful façades.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Prague?
Prague is served by Praga Václav Havel (PRG).
How far is the airport from central Prague?
Praga Václav Havel airport is about 13 km from central Prague.
How do I get from the airport to central Prague?
From Praga Václav Havel airport you can take Bus 119 (bus), Bus 100 (bus), Airport Express (AE) (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Prague?
Highlights of Prague include Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Astronomical Clock, and Old Town Square.
Photo credits
- Charles Bridge: Scotch Mist, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Prague Castle: Unknown authorUnknown author, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Astronomical Clock: Godot13, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Old Town Square: Scotch Mist, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons