Top Czech Republic Day Trips

See Charles Bridge, the Lesser Town, Jewish Quarter, Old Town, and Prague Castle on a city walking tour of Prague. This full-day sightseeing excursion includes a traditional Czech lunch and a 1-hour boat cruise on the Vltava River. Hear insightful commentary from a professional guide along the way, and fit more in than you could if you were touring on your own.

Immerse yourself in nature on this full-day trip to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland national parks from Prague. Visit two countries in just one day without navigating public transportation and experience some of Europe's most beautiful landscapes at the Pravcicka Gate stone arch, the Bastei Bridge, and Tisa Rocks. Various tour options are available, including private and small-group tours, so choose one to suit your interests and needs.

Check out the best of Moldova on this private tour, where you can feel free to customize your day since it’s just your group. You don’t need to stick to a fixed itinerary, or stop where you don’t want to. Your guide takes you to Curchi Monastery, Cricova wine cellar, and Old Orhei, unless you make a different plan.

There’s lots to see in Bohemia beyond Prague but self-driving or catching long-distance public transportation can be a hassle. Explore UNESCO World Heritage–listed Český Krumlov from Prague with ease on this full-day tour. Depart from Prague in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide. Stroll through the old town and hear stories about the medieval town’s history. Visit the castle and admire the courtyards and gardens before returning to Prague.

Capture the serene spirit of Karlovy Vary, the Czech Republic's renowned spa town, during this 9.5-hour day tour from Prague. Learn about the curative effects of the local mineral springs from your local guide as you walk through the city, which dates back to the 14th century. Taste mineral water from twelve different springs and see a variety of modern and historic colonnades.

Visit the medieval town of Kutna Hora without having to drive or catch public transportation on this day trip from Prague. Led by a guide, travel by comfortable coach to explore the 13th-century town known for its silver mines. See the bones inside Sedlec Ossuary and the UNESCO-listed St. Barbara’s Cathedral, with admissions included. After soaking up the history, architecture, and culture of this unique town, head back to Prague.

If you’re hoping to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and explore the Czech countryside, it can be tricky to know where to start. On this full-day small-group guided tour, explore a curated selection of highlights and immerse yourself in the region’s local culture. Wander among sandstone rock formations, take in panoramic views from Hruba Skala Castle, sample authentic beverages at a local brewery, and much more.

Combine nature, culture, and history on an easy guided tour from Prague to Saxon Switzerland National Park and Dresden in Germany. There’s no need to plan cross-border public transportation connections as you travel in a private vehicle. Walk across the dramatic Bastei Bridge and explore medieval ruins before discovering Dresden's landmarks, including the reconstructed Frauenkirche. Enjoy a tasty lunch in a local German restaurant and free time to explore Dresden.

Experience food, music, and beautiful views on a leisurely dinner cruise down Prague’s Vltava River. After your complimentary welcome drink, enjoy an open buffet of both Czech and international cuisine. Relax as live music accompanies your dinner. The cruise offers unobstructed views of the city’s illuminated attractions, which you can appreciate from inside or on the outside deck. Ideal as a standalone activity or the start of a night out.

Take a day trip from Prague to visit a Czech landscape so picturesque it was named the Bohemian Switzerland National Park. This small group full-day tour offers a deep exploration of this incredible parcel of European wilderness, including sites over the German border in the Saxon Switzerland park. Depending on the day and season, you may see Pravčická gate, one of the largest sandstone arches in Europe, and hike down into Edmund Gorge for a boat ride.

Discover Český Krumlov’s historical center—designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its 13th-century castle surrounded by Gothic, Renaissance, and baroque architectural landmarks. On this day trip from Prague, set off with your guide on foot to wander the town’s medieval streets, and have the option to visit its castle (tickets not included).

Explore Prague Castle on an afternoon walking tour and learn about over ten centuries of history. Learn more from your guide than you would wandering around alone, or trying to follow a generic guide book. Visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica, and Golden Lane with included admission tickets and a local guide.

Immerse yourself in the romance of medieval times with a dining experience in Prague. Leave the modern world behind and step into a candle-lit tavern. Kick off the evening with beer or wine. Sit down to three or five generous courses of medieval-style food (various menus suit different dietary requirements) in a communal, historically inspired tavern-like setting. Be entertained by talented jugglers, belly dancers, and swordsmen.

There are so many things to see in Prague, but only so much time to see them. Go on a comprehensive walking tour and discover all of the city’s major attractions in just a few hours. Follow your guide as they lead you to Charles Bridge, the Church of Saint Nicolas, and more. You even get to skip the line at Prague Castle, as your entry is included.

This tour makes it easy for families staying in Prague to get out into nature. You’ll travel from Prague to Saxon Switzerland and Bohemian Switzerland National Parks, where your guide will lead you on gentle hikes to see the region’s stunning rock formations. You’ll also have the chance to experience local cuisine with the included lunch.

Take in a poignant piece of World War II history on this half-day tour of Terezin Concentration Camp from Prague. Learn the history behind one of the largest camps in the Czech Republic from your guide, and preserve the stories of the lives lost. See the complex and the Terezin Memorial, the only institution of its kind in the country. Your tour concludes with transportation back to Prague.

Discover the complex history and wild beauty of Bohemia on a full-day tour from Prague. Leave the city behind and pay tribute to victims of WWII with a reflective stop at Terezín Concentration Camp. Continue on to the forests and ancient rock formations of Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Taste Czech cuisine—and beer—along the way, and see where scenes from “Narnia” were filmed. Winter-season tours include time in festive Dresden.

The Czech Republic is a great beer-producing nation, so learn all about its roots on a private day trip from Prague to Pilsen. You'll visit Pilsner Urquell Brewery, the most famous brewery in the Czech Republic, and have the opportunity to taste the beer during different phases of its production. Afterwards you'll take a tour through the beautiful city centre of Pilsen to see such attractions as St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, the Great Synagogue, and Revolution Square.

Prague’s past is as dark as they come, but standard sightseeing tours don’t usually explore its spooky secrets. This evening walking tour delves into the Czech capital’s sinister side. Visit mysterious locations in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town, and hear spooky tales of ghosts, legends, murders, curses, executions, and plague through the centuries. Discover a secret underground alchemy laboratory and absorb the city’s eerie after-dark atmosphere without getting lost.

Visit Terezin Memorial, a former military fortress and WWII concentration camp, during this 5-hour historical tour from Prague. With your local guide, you'll walk through the impressive edifice, originally built in the 18th century by Emperor Josef II. Learn about its later role as a holding camp for Europe's Jewish population through your guide's informative commentary. Visit, too, the Small Fortress, a prison that held captives in extreme conditions throughout several centuries. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Prague are included.

Be seduced by the historical monuments and medieval charm of Prague on a half-day tour of the Czech capital. Listen to illuminating commentary from a guide as you gaze at UNESCO-listed monuments from an air-conditioned coach. Discover the ancient majesty of Prague Castle on a guided tour; cruise the Vltava River and enjoy panoramic city views from the boat's top deck; and conclude by exploring the ambient tangle of Prague’s Old Town, home to the famous Astronomical Clock.

Enjoy a day of biking, countryside and beer away from bustling Prague on this 8-hour cycle trip. The perfect antidote to city sightseeing, the leisurely ride follows riverside paths through the Czech countryside. Pass meadows and forests along paved trails, see medieval Karlstejn Castle, and refuel with lunch and a craft beer on a microbrewery visit. Your trip includes cycling equipment, lunch, beer, a return train ticket, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Go off the beaten tourist path and discover a lesser-known side of Prague: It's very own mini Venice. Aboard a small board, listen as your captain shares insight into the Devil's Channel as you cruise past the medieval buildings lining the Vltava River. Choose from multiple departure times throughout the day.