Prague Castle

Prague Castle

Prague Castle is one of the largest castle complexes in the world, which dominates the town from its hill. The Prague audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this symbol of Czech history, a setting of palaces, churches and Saint Vitus Cathedral.

The largest castle in the world

Prague Castle is one of the largest castle ensembles in the world and the historic and political heart of the Czech nation. Founded in the ninth century, it was the residence of the kings of Bohemia, the emperors and, today, the president of the Republic. Dominating the town from its hill, it is not a single castle but a true fortified district, which gathers palaces, courtyards, gardens, lanes and several churches, including the majestic Saint Vitus Cathedral that stands in its centre. A witness of more than a thousand years of history, Prague Castle is the most emblematic monument of the town and a must-see site.

What to see

Here you discover the vast fortified district gathering palaces, courtyards, gardens, lanes and churches, including Saint Vitus Cathedral in its centre, which dominates the town from its hill. Prague Castle is the most emblematic monument of the town. It is a major stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

Prague Castle dominates the town from its hill, reachable on foot and by public transport. The enclosure is partly freely accessible; the monuments and museums it shelters follow their own hours and conditions, which vary with the season. It is best to check the arrangements before coming.

What is Prague Castle?

One of the largest castle ensembles in the world, founded in the ninth century, the historic and political heart of the Czech nation, which gathers palaces, churches and Saint Vitus Cathedral on its hill.

Where is Prague Castle?

On the hill that dominates Prague, in the Czech Republic.