For those whose trip to the incredible capital of the Czech Republic is limited by time, we will tell you about what to see in Prague for 1 day. We recommend to go through the so-called Royal Route, a route through which Czech princes moved to the place of coronation. This tourist route begins with the Prague Castle and ends at St. Vitus Cathedral.
Powder Tower
In the very center of the city on the Republic Square stands the Powder Tower erected in the 15th century with the aim of serving one of the 13 entrances to the historic Old Town district. A landmark in the Neo-Gothic style is built.
Celetna Street
From the Powder Tower you should walk along the 400-meter pedestrian street of Celetna, where you will meet more than 30 beautiful buildings, for example, a house in the style of Cubism Josef Gochar.
Old Town Square
Celetna Street takes you to the Old Town Square , one of the oldest in the city (XII century).
On the perimeter of the square are houses and mansions with elegant facades in various styles: the town hall with the astronomical clock (Prague chimes), the Tyn church, the church of St. Mikulash.
In the center of the square stands the monument to Jan Hus, the Czech national hero.
Small area
A small square of triangular shape adjoins the Old Town Square. In its center is a fountain, surrounded by a forged lattice in the Renaissance style.
Of particular interest among the sights of the center of Prague on this square is the House of Rott and the house "At the Angel", in which, as is known, the famous Petrarch was visiting.
Karlova street
In the list of what to see in Prague in one day, there must be a Karlova street, rich in architectural treasures. This is, first of all, a smart complex Clementinum, once a Jesuit collegium, and now - the National Library.
The building "At the Golden Well" with sculptures can be of special interest.
Krzyznowicki Square
Some of the best sights of Prague are located on Krzyznowicka Square: it is, for example, the church of St. Francis in the Baroque style and the Column of the vine near it.
On the east side stands the Temple of the Savior. In one corner of the square on the pedestal there is a monument to Charles IV. If you have free time, visit the Museum of Torture and the Charles Bridge Museum.
The Charles Bridge
From Krizhovnitskaya Square you can go to the most famous landmark of Prague, its symbol - the ancient Charles Bridge, which connects both banks of the Vltava River. It is decorated with 30 sculptures.
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Mostetska Street
The royal path from Charles Bridge continues on Mostecka Street, where tourists are invited to visit the unusual Museum of ghosts and legends.
Lesser Town Square
If you are interested in what other sights are in Prague, do not pass by Malostranska Square. Here the elegant Lichtenstein Palace and the Smirzhitsky Palace rise, the elegant Kaiserstein Palace, the majestic church of St. Nicholas.
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Hradčany Square
From the street Negrudova and Ke Gradu you get to the magnificent Hradcany square, famous for the luxury of the many palaces on it. From the north you can see the elegant white Archbishop's palace in the Rococo style.
Nearby stands the Martinique Palace with an unusual decoration of the facade.
On the south side is the exquisite Schwarzenberg Palace, decorated with Italian sgraffitto.
Prague Castle
At the end of the Royal Route, tourists get to the heart of Prague - Prague Castle, a fortress with fortifications and buildings. Obligatory to viewing are the Old Royal Palace, the famous Vladislav Hall and the ancient Basilica of St. George.
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The route ends at the imposing St. Vitus Cathedral of the XIV century, rightfully considering the pearl of the Gothic architecture of Europe. In it, coronations and burials of Czech rulers passed.
And if after the active route you still have the strength, visit the little-known sights of Prague, for example, the ancient rotunda of the Holy Cross (XII century) or the sculpture "Lavochka of vice".
