Prague in 48 hours: the Old Town, Charles Bridge and castle
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The first day crosses the Old Town to Kampa; the second starts at Prague Castle and descends to Malá Strana. This editorial plan assumes two full days. Set any castle admission time before booking other visits. Google Maps shows the suggested order; check current access and conditions on site.
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North view of Charles Bridge from Mánesův most, Prague 20160808 1.jpg
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Day 1: Old Town and Charles Bridge
Order: Old Town Market → Karlova → Charles Bridge → Kampa. In the morning take time to the square and view the town hall from the outside, then go towards Vltava. Entrance to the Town Hall Tower is a separate option that you do not have to buy to take a walk.
Charles Bridge connects both sides of the historic center and the stairs also lead to Kampa. Do not stop the whole group in the narrow passage; for a break and dinner, choose a place after leaving the bridge.
Day 2: Prague Castle and Malá Strana
Start at Prague Castle, then descend via Hradčanské náměstí and Nerudova to Malostranské náměstí. Choose transport from your accommodation to the start; walking up the whole hill first is optional.
On the official website of the castle check the availability times of the buildings and current tickets. In our section of attractions there is a ticket with a short introduction: check the place of receipt and scope, because the introduction does not mean full tour. Leave the afternoon for rest or return for luggage.
Free of charge: choose a walk without interior
The Old Town Market, crossing Charles Bridge and walking on Kampa form a variant without admission tickets. Watch the building from the street; towers, museums and paid castle facilities require separate decisions.
Save the money for meals and transport. A free walk does not mean to leave without expenses, and additional journeys can change the budget even if you resign from museums.
For Rain: Museum Kampa
Instead of a long walk on the river, choose Museum Kampa with a collection of modern art. It matches the first day because it's in the same neighborhood. Check the current exhibitions, the hours and the price before the visit; we do not assume that admission is free.
The tour of the castle also includes outdoor sections. In bad weather, shorten the passage and select one interior instead of treating the whole complex as a plan under the roof.
Airport, baggage and budget
The plan assumes two full days in the city. For a late arrival, choose an evening walk; for an early return, omit the second day. Establish airport departure and luggage collection times before booking attractions.
Arriving before check-in or leaving after check-out? Ask your accommodation whether you can leave your suitcase and when it can be collected. Do not assume that every museum accepts travel luggage.
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Check for updates before travelling
Information checked on 2026-10-07. Timetables, prices, opening hours and admission rules may change. Official sources are linked beside the relevant guide sections. Check them for your travel dates.
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Prague Castle — ticket with introduction
Visit the castle complex after a brief introduction.
Check the ticket collection point. The introduction is not a full guided tour.
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