Looking for inspiration planning a city break to Prague with kids? In this post, I will share our experience exploring beautiful Prague with a toddler. Read on for information on fun things to do in Prague with kids, where to stay and more.
Things to Do in Prague with Kids
Prague is a stunning city to explore by foot and admire the architecture spanning over eight centuries of history. Since the city didn’t suffer large-scale destruction during World War II, its medieval Old Town remains largely intact.
Cross the famous Charles Bridge
It is a pleasure to go sightseeing in Prague and wander around the beautiful and well-preserved historic buildings. One of the top things to do with kids in Prague is passing through the Old Town Bridge Tower and taking a walk across the famous Charles Bridge.
It was about noontime when we arrived and very crowded along the bridge, where visitors enjoyed the stunning views along the river. One of the best views from Charles Bridge is of Prague Castle overlooking the city with the spires of St Vitus Cathedral jutting out above the castle buildings.
One of the most famous statues along Charles Bridge is of Saint John of Nepumok, the court priest of King Wenceslas IV who was thrown off the bridge to his death on orders by the king for not divulging the secrets of the queen’s confession.
Legend has it that a cluster of stars appeared above the spot where he drowned, which is why stars are depicted on all of his statues and a few steps away from the statue (left side of bridge, towards Old Town) you’ll find a cross with five stars at the spot where he was thrown into the river in 1383.
There is a bronze plaque on the statue that depicts the priest being thrown off the bridge and it is said that touching the falling priest is meant to bring good luck and ensure your return to Prague.
Wander Around Prague’s Old Town
One of the best things to do in Prague in Kids is to explore the Old Town. We strolled around the heart of Old Town several times during our city break, admiring the splendid Romanesque, Baroque and Gothic buildings and churches that line the square.
Old Town Square is free of traffic, aside from the occasional horse-drawn carriage, with plenty of cafés and restaurants that look perfect for enjoying casual al fresco dining in warmer weather.
Already stunning by day, Prague’s Old Town appears even more magical by night with its beautiful historic buildings lit up by the glow of the street lamps. After passing through the square, we would go down the narrow winding streets looking at the shops before ending up back in front of the Old Town Bridge Tower of Charles Bridge.
See the Old Town City Hall’s Astronomical Clock
Prague’s famous Old Town City Hall, which was completed in 1364, is one of the most striking buildings in Old Town Square, famous for its intricate Astronomical Clock that dates back to the beginning of the 15th century.
Every hour on the hour, the skeleton (representing Death) on the upper right pulls a string and wooden figures of the 12 apostles appear in the windows above the clock.
Explore Prague Castle
Prague Castle is the world’s largest ancient castle, that was built and renovated over 13 centuries. Within its walls are a palace, three churches and a monastery, and its buildings are a splendid mix of architecture from the Gothic St Vitus Cathedral to the Late Baroque and Neo-Classical of the courtyards.
We spent a good amount of time gaping at the magnificent details of St Vitus Cathedral, which was truly amazing and one of the highlights of our trip.
We visited the Old Royal Palace before making our way towards Villa Richter for lunch, taking the steps along the castle walls that offer amazing sweeping views of the city. You can see Old Town Bridge Tower and Charles Bridge in the upper right part of the photo below.
Browse the Local Shops for Souvenirs
Prague’s Old Town offers a wide array of shops selling traditional handicrafts and local specialties. Here are a few shops where we purchased souvenirs to bring back to London;
Manufaktura, Melantrichova 970/17, Old Town – This shop has a wide selection of locally made products from dishware to skincare products to toys. Little T chose a traditional wooden cat figure with a spring that originated in the Czech Republic.
Halfway between the Four Seasons and Charles Bridge, we found a shop selling hot chocolate and a variety of handmade gingerbread that make delicious treats or lovely souvenir gifts. While that shop has since closed, the following comes highly recommended for gingerbread treats;
Perníčkův sen, 21, Haštalská 757, Staré Město
I buy at least one children’s book from each place we visit and discovered Knihkupectví Fiser along the way to Old Town Square that were selling English translations of books by local authors.
The Three Golden Keys is a beautifully illustrated story that takes you on a mystical adventure through the city, while Mysterious Prague is a fantastic pop-up book full of facts on Prague’s history.
Knihkupectví Fiser is now closed, however, the following bookshops come highly recommended and offer a wide selection of books including in English;
Shakespeare & Sons, U Lužického semináře 10, 118 00 Malá Strana
The Globe Bookstore and Café, Pštrossova 1925/6
Where to Eat in Prague with Kids
We enjoyed trying some of the local cuisine, especially the meat dishes with dumplings and cranberries and the Prague ham. In this part of the post, I will share our recommendations for where to eat in Prague with kids.
Kampa Park
Na Kampě 8b, Mala Strana, Prague 1 | kampapark.com
Our first meal was lunch at Kampa Park restaurant near Charles Bridge that offers views along the Vltava River from its downstairs dining room, where we were seated, or the riverside terrace. Kampa Park was the perfect spot to take in the scenery after we had arrived in Prague.
U Modré Kachnicky
Neboviská 6, 118 00 Prague 1, Lesser Town | umodrekachnicky.cz
We asked the hotel concierge for restaurant recommendations to try the local Czech cuisine and we were directed to U Modré Kachnicky, a wonderful gem in Mala Strana. First of all, the interior is simply stunning.
And second, the food was absolutely delicious and our best meal during the trip. The restaurant’s name translates to “The Blue Duckling” and while they specialize in traditional dishes with duck and wild game, Mr. G and I both went with the filet mignon with dumplings and cranberries. For Little T, they put together a simple dish of Prague ham and dumplings that he enjoyed.
Restaurace Mincovna
Staroměstské námestí 930/7, Old Town, Prague 1 | restauracemincovna.cz
This restaurant in Old Town Square was another great recommendation by the hotel concierge at the Four Seasons Prague. The goulash I ordered was fantastic, with tender meat and a bit of bite with the green onions.
Kolkovna Olympia
Vítězná 619/7, Mala Strana | olympia.kolkovna.cz
We had lunch at this traditional Czech pub which is on the western end of the Legii Bridge and offers an extensive menu. Upon entering you come across the bar where smoking is permitted, but there is a non-smoking section at the back of the restaurant.
We found it to be a good value at Kolkovna Olympia and the servings were huge. I had the beef flank steak with potatoes which was good, but the food I remember the most from this place was the soft, freshly baked pretzel we had with our appetizers.
Good Food Coffee and Bakery
Temporarily closed
Here we picked up some tunnel-shaped trdelnik, or chimney cake, that are filled with ice cream, whipped cream, fruit, chocolate or other ingredients. There are even some savoury options with cheese, ham and olives.
We always saw a queue but I thought it was worth the wait to try this delicious pastry! Shown below is the strudel trdelnik filled with apple, walnuts, raisins and whipped cream.
Where to Stay in Prague with Kids
The Four Seasons Prague came highly recommended to us by just about everyone and for good reason. The hotel has an excellent location within walking distance of Old Town Square and Charles Bridge, along with fantastic riverside views of Prague Castle from its CottoCrudo restaurant and many of its rooms.
Staying at the Four Seasons was one of the highlights of our trip. Not only is it a beautiful hotel with a convenient location, but it’s also very welcoming to families. In the bathroom was an amenity basket for Little T with children’s body wash, lotion, colorful towels, a bath toy and sponge, plus a kid-sized bathrobe and slippers and a step for the sink.
And when we came back from dinner on our first night, we found this lovely surprise on our desk: a gingerbread horse with icing, some biscuits, a coloring book and a bedtime story.
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