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Prague Castle

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Prague Castle, the largest ancient castle in the world, is the official residence and workplace of the Czech president in Hradčany, Prague.

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Prague Castle — The castle's broad courtyard framed by historic palace buildings

Prague Castle — The castle's broad courtyard framed by historic palace buildingsPrague Castle — Castle courtyard with a fountain and visitors among the palace wingsPrague Castle — Crowds crossing the courtyard toward the castle's ornate gatesPrague Castle — A quiet castle courtyard with palace facades and a green towerPrague Castle — Old Royal Palace exterior and surrounding castle courtyardPrague Castle — Historic palace facade in the castle's second courtyardPrague Castle — Arched entrance and ticket signs at the picture galleryPrague Castle — Snow covered statues and stone walls along Golden LanePrague Castle — Snowy castle path beside a building under restorationPrague Castle — Decorative arched passage and iron gate inside the castlePrague Castle — Glass doorway and iron gate beneath a castle arch

Why go

  • Vladislav Hall under its rib vault: 62 m by 16 m and 13 m high, probably one of the most important Renaissance halls north of the Alps.
  • Walking the castle grounds: the largest castle still inhabited, bigger than Windsor.
  • St. Vitus Cathedral, the Gothic church in the middle of the castle, the traditional site for coronations.
  • The Basilica of St. George, the oldest surviving church building within the castle.

Opening hours

Today06:00 – 22:00Show all
Monday06:00 – 22:00
Tuesday06:00 – 22:00
Wednesday06:00 – 22:00
Thursday06:00 – 22:00
Friday06:00 – 22:00
Saturday06:00 – 22:00
Sunday06:00 – 22:00

Don't miss

  • Golden LaneThe Golden Lane (Zlatá ulička), one of the castle's other buildings, developed in the gap between the old and new walls.Inside the castle. On the map
  • Porte d'Or mosaicThe mosaic shows the Last Judgement and dates from the reign of Charles IV.Over the Porte d'Or, at St. Vitus Cathedral. On the map
  • Funerary chapel of Saint WenceslasThe chapel holds the tomb of Saint Wenceslas, with murals of his life.Inside St. Vitus Cathedral. On the map
  • Riders' StaircaseThe famous Jezdecké schody (Riders' Staircase) was built for horses and riders to enter the hall.Leads into Vladislav Hall. On the map

Know before you go

  • The castle is open every day from 06:00 to 22:00.
  • Most of the castle areas are open to visitors.
  • Long lines can form, especially in high tourist season.

Legends and hidden details

  • Legend has it that the Bohemian crown was placed on the head of Reinhard Heydrich.

What's inside

  • Tombs of Charles IV and his three wives, in the crypt of the kings of Bohemia.
  • Silver tomb of St. John of Nepomuk, designed by Fischer von Erlach.

Tips for your visit

  • Set aside time for the picture gallery, based on the collection of Rudolph II.
  • The Summer Shakespeare Festival takes place regularly in the courtyard of Burgrave Palace.
  • The changing of the guard takes place every hour, and at noon a fanfare and flag ceremony is added in the first courtyard.

Best time to visit

  • Come as soon as the castle opens: that is the best time to visit.
  • With 2.59 million visitors in 2024, it is the most visited tourist attraction in the Czech Republic, so expect crowds.

With kids

  • The Toy Museum is one of several museums housed in the castle complex.

Interesting facts3

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  1. The Tour Sud, 96 m high, gives a view over the castle and the city.

    Château de Prague - Wikipedia

  2. The Bohemian Crown Jewels are kept in a hidden room inside the castle.

    Prague Castle - Wikipedia
  3. 1135

    A 3 m wide stone wall from the 1135 stone rebuilding under Soběslav I is called the Soběslaver Mauer.

    Prager Burg - Wikipedia

Shorts

History

  1. 9th centuryThe Church of the Virgin Mary is built on the hill, the first walled building of the castle.
  2. 1344Charles IV lays the foundation stone of the cathedral.
  3. 1490–1502Benedikt Ried builds Vladislav Hall.
  4. 1541A large fire damages much of the castle.
  5. 1618The Third Defenestration of Prague starts the Bohemian Revolt at the castle.
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  1. 1918The castle becomes the seat of the president of the new Czechoslovak Republic.
  2. 1929St. Vitus Cathedral is finished.
  3. World War IIReinhard Heydrich makes the castle his headquarters during the Nazi occupation.

Sources: Prague Castle - Wikipedia · Prague/Castle and Lesser Town - Wikivoyage (see) · Pražský hrad - Wikipedia · Prager Burg - Wikipedia · Château de Prague - Wikipedia · checked 17 Oct 2026

Where
Hradcany, Prague Bohemia
Website
hrad.cz/

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Questions and answers

Where is Prague Castle?

Prague Castle stands in Hradčany, Prague, on the Opyš hill above Malá Strana. Its address is Hradcany, Prague Bohemia.

What are the opening hours of Prague Castle?

Prague Castle is open every day from 06:00 to 22:00. Most of its areas are open to visitors.

When is the best time to visit Prague Castle?

Arrive as soon as the castle opens at 06:00, the best time to visit. It draws huge crowds, and lines can form in high tourist season.

How many people visit Prague Castle each year?

Prague Castle had 2.59 million visitors in 2024, the most visited tourist attraction in the Czech Republic.

Are there museums for children at Prague Castle?

Yes, the Toy Museum is housed inside the castle complex.

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