A weekend in Prague: travel guide, attractions and things to do

The fairy-tale Czech capital has a lot more going for it than cheap beer

Prague‘s Charles Bridge in the evening
Getting lost in the streets of Prague‘s OId Town is an enchanting way to spend an afternoon
(Image credit: Harald Nachtmann/Getty Images)

1. Why you should visit Prague

Prague’s “stunning architectural masterpieces” and the fact that it contains the world’s largest castle complex, as well as its relative affordability, are all factors included in travel website Culture Trip’s top ten reasons to visit Prague.

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Julia O'Driscoll is the engagement editor. She covers UK and world news, as well as writing lifestyle and travel features. She regularly appears on “The Week Unwrapped” podcast, and hosted The Week's short-form documentary podcast, “The Overview”. Julia was previously the content and social media editor at sustainability consultancy Eco-Age, where she interviewed prominent voices in sustainable fashion and climate movements. She has a master's in liberal arts from Bristol University, and spent a year studying at Charles University in Prague.