Prague Must-See Sights

Best Things to See in Prague

Charles Bridge, also known as "Karlov Most," is a fixture of Prague life and the connection between Prague's Old Town and Prague's New Town. Decorated with statues, a popular place for food and souvenir vendors, and crowded with locals and travelers alike from sun-up to sun-down, Charles Bridge crosses Prague's Vlatva River.

Photo Galleries of Charles Bridge Statues:

• Photos of Charles Bridge Statues North Side
• Photo of Charles Bridge Statues South Side

Prague Castle and Castle Hill offer gardens that overlook the city, art galleries, and churches. Take a tour of Prague Castle and Castle Hill so that you don't miss out on any of its most insteresting aspects, like the changing of the guard or the Strahov Monastery.

Prague's St. Vitus Cathedral is an impressive structure that stands on Castle Hill. This Gothic Cathedral boasts a beautiful rose window and stained glass designed by the famous Czech Art Nouveau artist, Alfons Mucha.

The Astronomical Clock in Old Town Square is one of Prague's most popular sights. The original parts of the clock date back to the 1400s, but the clock has been updated throughout the centuries. Figures emerge from the clock upon the hour. Be prepared for crowds eager to watch the clock's mechanisms if you're trying to snap photos.

• Old Town Square Photo Tour

The Municipal House, with its Art Nouveau charm, is beautiful both inside and out. The Municipal House's terrific interior and exterior details were created by some of Prague's leading artists at the turn of the 20th century.

Hauntingly beautiful, the Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague's Old Town Jewish Quarter is a memorable Prague sight that contains the remains of over 3 centuries of Jewish ghetto inhabitants.

• Jewish Quarter Photo Tour

Whether or not you visit Old Town's Jewish Quarter, you'll want to swing by New Town Prague's Jerusalem Synagogue. The facade of this structure is colorful and delights with detail - stripes, scrollwork, and pillars make the Jerusalem Synagogue a remarkable example of early 20th century architecture.

Also known as "Fred and Ginger," the Dancing Building simulates movement while maintaining its functionality. Its innovative design and surprising use of curvature have given it notoriety.

The Petrin Hill Observatory is nothing much to look at from the ground but will give visitors panoramic views of Prague.