One of Europe’s most gorgeous cities, Prague enchants with red-tiled roofs and medieval architecture. Follow a statue-lined bridge to a square surrounded by baroque buildings, or catch a symphony at a church or theatre. This city balances classic beauty with oddball originality. While its gothic castle wows, so do strange sculptures and underground art spaces. Pop into a puppet show, try the world’s best beer, and let Prague surprise you.
Visit Prague: get started
Pack comfy shoes, because this European gem is best discovered on foot! Walk to Prague’s top attractions, like the Old Town Square, the Prague Astronomical Clock, and St. Vitus Cathedral. Cross the iconic Charles Bridge over the Vltava River and explore the Prague Castle. Pick from travel packages that include flights from Canada and Prague hotels, guided sightseeing tours and so much more.
Prague travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Czech
What to bring back
Czech beer or Czech beer cosmetics from Manufaktura, hand-carved traditional puppets and Kafkaesque souvenirs from the Kafka Museum gift shop.
What to eat
Vepřo-knedlo-zelo (roast pork with dumplings and cabbage), a lot of soups like the kulajda (creamy potato and mushroom soup), Czech sausages, svíčková (braised beef in a creamy vegetable sauce) and kremrole (cream-filled pastry).
Fun fact
The Guinness Book of World Records lists the 9th-century Prague Castle as the largest ancient castle complex in the world, housing churches, palaces, imposing halls, towers, gardens and more. It comprises a multitude of architectural styles for all tastes (Gothic, Baroque, Romanesque, etc.) and is now used as the Czech president’s official office.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
