DAY TRIPS FROM VIENNA
Private day trip from Vienna to Prague
The golden city: Charles Bridge, Prague Castle and the Old Town Square. Prague in one day, with no changes and no stress.
- Distance from Vienna
- Distance from Vienna: approx. 333 km
- Drive time (one way)
- Drive time (one way): approx. 3 h 30 min
- Recommended length
- Recommended length: 12–14 h
Highlights
Charles Bridge
The Gothic stone bridge over the Vltava with its 30 statues of saints.
Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral
One of the largest castle complexes in the world, with Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral at its centre.
Old Town Square
The historic main square with the Týn Church and the astronomical clock on the Old Town Hall.
Lesser Town (Malá Strana)
Baroque lanes and palaces between the castle and the river.
On the way: Telč or Brno
On request, a stop along the route through Moravia.
What your day could look like
Sample schedule: you decide the times and stops.
07:00
Pick-up at your hotel in Vienna
10:30
Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral
12:30
Lesser Town and Charles Bridge
14:00
Lunch, Old Town Square and the astronomical clock
16:30
Drive back to Vienna
Good to know
- The Czech Republic uses the koruna; cards are accepted almost everywhere.
- The astronomical clock shows its procession of figures every hour on the hour.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive to Prague?
About three and a half hours for roughly 330 kilometres.
Is Prague too far for a day trip?
It makes for a long but rewarding day. Alternatively we arrange a transfer with an overnight stay and a return the next day.
Do I need a passport?
The Czech Republic is part of the Schengen Area; still, take a valid ID card or passport.
