Prague, the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic, is unarguably a European centre of tourism. When exploring without a group, it can be quite difficult to see many of the most notable attractions. For your convenience , consider this your “tour guide.”
First off, the Charles Bridge is the feature most associated with Prague. A bridge swarming with tourists and citizens alike, it connects the “Old Town” with the “Castle Quarter.” If traveled during the day, there are vendors and local artists along the sides of the bridge. For any pictures, I would recommend waking up from 5:00-6:00 as there aren’t many others to compete with.
A close second, Prague Castle is spot-able from just about anywhere near the river. Inside it’s walls is the St. Vitus Cathedral, container of the tombs of many Bohemian kings and Holy Roman Emperors. Unfortunately, castle is mainly a tourist trap and, in my opinion, the Cathedral is the only thing worth seeing. Tour groups frequent the castle typically from opening to around 1:00 in the afternoon; it’s best to go after lunch to avoid enormous crowds.
More of a cluster of attractions, “Old Town Square” is a bustling place to eat, look at art, or do just about anything.
Tyn Church is located directly next to the “Old Town Square” and features Gothic architecture, massive spires, and the grave of the great Danish astronomer, Tycho Brahe. The Astronomical Clock is mounted on the Old Town City Hall, opposite Tyn Church. It tells time in 4 different manners and tends to crowd the area infront of it due it’s animation on the hour. During the animation, the Saints pass by windows and a skeleton, representing Death, tolls a bell.
Lastly, the Jewish quarter has the Old Jewish Cemetery and the two Synagogues directly connected to it. The cemetery is a cluster of graves, due the old Jewish law to never remove gravestones; layers and layers of soil were placed on top and the tombstones below are just raised an additional level. Surrounding it are the Pinkas Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue. Remember that Saturday is the Jewish Sabbath and that nothing will be open then.
Here is to hoping that some of the information above serves you well. Keep safe and enjoy your travels!