One of the nicest buildings holding a thermal spring. It is hard to miss. Like all the other…read morethermal springs, this one tells you what the actual water temperature is, in degrees C. Some of the ones I touched felt warmer than the stated temperature. Nice tourist attraction.

This was a cool daytrip from Prague (even though I wasn't into drinking the various hot spring…read morewater spouts). You'll see springs labeled throughout the area and if you bring your own ceramic cup you can taste them. Some springs are warmer than others and some are definitely have more of an iron taste. The stone Mlýnská kolonáda (Mill Colonnade) is the biggest stone colannde and where five springs are located. There are statues and tall Renaissance-style columns throughout. This is also a good area to get spring water if its raining/snowing and you want to stay a dry for a bit. I saw people filling some large containers here. FUN FACT: Carlsbad, CA is a sister city! It is a spa town, lots of places (spas, hotels, fountains) were bring built or rennovated. Other than the springs there's not much to see and the souvenir shops are way overpriced. We also had to pay to use the restroom facilities. Some construction going on and trash could be seen in some of areas under construction which was an eyesore. I enjoyed the fresh air and just walking around this cute, picturesque town. The buildings on the main street are new and were definitely recently built. Karlovy Vary is closer to the mountains so be prepared for the colder weather. There is a lot of interesting history and strong Russian influence further into town as they own a lot of property here. FYI: the Moser factory is a few mins away and if you can get a tour, I would go and see their quality craftmanship and glass products.

Charles Bridge also previously known as a Stone Bridge is almost 700 years old bridge across the…read moreriver Vltava in old town Prague. Used for many centuries as the only bridge in Prague it was also the main road for coronation processions and it decorated with religious statues along the way. Today the bridge is used for pedestrians and is visited mostly by tourists. Even on rainy and snowy day when I visited - it is nothing short of impressive. In particular - the bridge is roughly 35 feet wide - and considering its age it is an amazing fear of engineering.

This is the gorgeous gothic bridge that most tours start from. It's absolutely breathtaking if you…read morewalking across the parallel bridge from it, and even more striking up close. Our guide told us several of the statues (particularly the ones people touch for good luck) were actually tested and carry staph and e-coli, so a definite heads up for those visiting to either not touch, or use hand sanitizer after they do. Every statue has a bit of a story to it and this was probably our favorite part of the tour we were on. I would be extra careful for pickpockets because it's beyond touristy, but all in all, a definite must-do via a tour guide if you have the chance.

Ah, the famous Astronomical Clock Tower in Old Town Hall square! For years, I've always wanted to…read morevisit Prague to see this. When I first arrived, I did not realize it was almost noon, so the crowd was HUGE and CRAZY, and I didn't understand why until I realized at at the top of every hour, the windows open and the puppets of the 12 Apostles pass through and people want to watch them. The crowd is definitely MUCH MORE manageable after that, and I came back several times for more attempts to take photos in front of the clock until I got some that I'm happy with! It's the symbol of Prague, smack dab in the touristy area, and easy to walk from to head off to many other tourist sites in the city!

We enjoyed this our hotel the Iron Gate was quite close. It's amazing all the moving parts and glad…read morewe went multiple times. Definitely something to see and enjoy.

Vyšehradské sady is the public park surrounding and including the Vyšehrad fortress, free to enter…read moreand walk around. The history of this location dates back to the mid-10th century when it existed as a hill fort, then transforming into several iterations--including a royal castle, a city, then a Baroque fortress--the form of which it maintains today. As for places to visit within the park, the top point of interest is the Bazilika sv. Petra a Pavla (Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul), filled with wall-to-wall Art Nouveau murals as well as Baroque and Gothic art and architectural elements. The cemetery behind the church is crowded with many memorials though beautiful, with a number of famous Czechs buried here. It's free to walk in the cemetery and the church entrance fee is 130 CZK for regular adult entrance, 70 CZK discounted, 250 CZK for families. There are regular masses held in this church. The fortress casemates* are open to visitors, such as Gorlice Hall which is repurposed as a display hall for four of the original statues from the Charles Bridge; Casemates of Podolí are underground corridors that served as air-raid shelters during WWII, and remnants of what used to be a Baroque masonry retrofitted for different purposes throughout the years; Casemates to Redan was completed in the 18th century by the French army and served as an artillery embankment and provides views overlooking the river. Ticket prices vary depending on the specified Casement, regular and discounted prices available. I will mention that not having prior knowledge of these areas prior to visiting the park, it wasn't immediately obvious that these sections were open to visitation. You may need to ask around to the location of these entrances. In the Gothic Cellar are the remains of what used to be part of the palace structures built during the reign of Charles IV, during the second part of the 14th century, then destroyed by Hussite troops in the early 15th century. Used as a small museum displaying Vyšehrad's history and artifacts, this space is currently undergoing renovation and preparations for a new permanent exhibit to open in May 2026. The grounds around the park include paved pathways and raised areas along the walls, there are both disability accessible and non-accessible areas. There are some administrative buildings on the property that have facilities for smaller performances and events. Check their website for more info: https://www.praha-vysehrad.cz/en * a small room in the thickness of the wall of a fortress, with embrasures from which guns or missiles can be fired.

This history of this old ancient castle and fortress goes back 1000 years. Most of it is gone,…read morewhat remains are some fortress walls, a few structures, a couple churches(one huge one) and a very grand cemetery with a lot of dead important people who got some very nice headstones to immortalize them. Vysehrad is now a very large green park which makes for excellent strolling along the fortress walls where you'll get some great views of Prague all around. Its free to wander the park and cemetery, but does cost a reasonable 130CZK/$5.90 to enter the St. Peter & Paul Basilica, where you'll see a more modern contemporary interior with artworks and stain glass windows by Alphonso Mucha.

The Kafka Rotating Head is such an impressive piece to see in person. Watching the layers slowly…read moremove and align is fascinating, and it definitely grabs your attention the moment you notice it. It's a great spot for photos and videos, and the constant motion makes it feel dynamic and almost hypnotic. I loved just standing there for a bit and taking it all in. It's one of those landmarks that really stands out and adds something special to exploring the city. Memorable, artistic, and absolutely worth stopping for -- an easy 5 stars from me

The Franz Kafka rotating head statue is one of the coolest statues to check out while in Prague!…read more When I arrived, there was already a crowd forming. As I waited, the crowd grew bigger and louder. It's supposed to move every 15 minutes. When it did, me and a group of tourists behind me were went, "That's it???" It's cool to see just so that you can say you've seen it.

We took a guided tour of the castle and it was a fantastic experience. The castle complex is…read moreenormous--about 753,473 square feet--making it the largest ancient castle in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. The complex stretches down to Lesser Quarter (Mala Strana), where you'll find several beautiful chateaux and palaces. One notable example is Wallenstein Palace, which is home to the Czech Senate and includes 26 houses and six gardens. Inside the castle walls, there's so much to explore: a stunning cathedral, multiple museums, the office of the Czech president, the Bohemian Crown Jewels, and much more. The entire complex is incredibly expansive--it can easily take several hours to see everything. If you're visiting Prague, this is definitely a must-see landmark, and taking a guided tour really helps you appreciate the history and scale of the place.

We saw Pražský hrad through a Get Your Guide tour while we were in Prague for the day and overall,…read moreI'm not sure I would recommend it. Compared to the Madrid Palance, Pražský hrad feels dusty. The Madrid Palace is opulent and had air purifiers in almost every room. Pražský hrad has rooms that are almost unbearable to stand in due to the allergens and construction. The carpet was dingy and it's mostly the gorgeous gothic outside that's the draw. All in all, I don't think you need to have a guide for Pražský hrad and I could see buying entrance tickets and being perfectly content with your choice.