Prague Tourist Cards

Prague is a tourist destination with excellent prices and entertainment options, however, for medium to long stays it is convenient to look for ways to save. City Sightseeing Cards allow you to enjoy the best things to see and do in Prague and save time on reservations.

Specifically, there are three passes that fit all budgets and types of plans. Surely, you are wondering how they work and what are their benefits, don't worry, in this article I tell you everything you need to know.

• Prague CoolPass: the most complete option that allows you to discover the city in depth, with access to 60 attractions for 1 to 6 days.
• Prague Visitor Pass: ideal for those who want to take advantage of access to the main attractions, as well as secure transportation in the city and airport transfers for 48, 72 and 120 hours.

Explore Prague with complete freedom and peace of mind, thanks to a sightseeing pass that gives you free access to around 60 attractions, such as the impressive Žižkov TV Tower observation deck. At a cost starting at €64 per person, this card also includes discounts on 40 other activities and the best local restaurants, cafes, bars and entertainment venues.

In addition to visiting monuments and historical sites, you can enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River at no extra cost. While public transportation is not included, you have the option to hop on the Prague sightseeing bus to explore the local stories with the ability to hop on and off at different stops. Please note that you will have between 1 and 6 consecutive days, depending on the duration selected at the time of purchase.

Benefits

• Free access to 60 attractions, you will be able to choose the ones you prefer from an extensive list. I recommend you start with the ones you are most excited about, to make sure you have time to visit them all.
• Special discounts on more than 40 attractions and tourist sites, such as guided tours, gastronomic cruises and concerts at the Lobkowicz Palace.
• Mobile app to manage your pass and the details of your visit.

Featured attractions

• Prague Castle: if you are thinking of buying tickets for the castle, this option is ideal, as it is one of the tourist attractions included in the Prague CoolPass. You can tour its facilities as well as visit the St. Vitus Cathedral and the Golden Alley, a picturesque street where goldsmiths lived in the seventeenth century.
• Jewish Quarter: you can enjoy free access to the synagogues and know the things to see and do in the Jewish cemetery in detail. Also, if you are looking for a guided visit, you can hire tours of the neighborhood, which allow you to explore its historical trajectory.
• National Museum: immerse yourself in the history of the Duchy of Bohemia, while you discover the Czech history and natural exhibits housed in this space.
• Štefánik Observatory: if you want to enjoy the best views of Prague you have to take advantage of this panoramic viewpoint, whose architectural beauty does not go unnoticed.
• Mirror Maze in Petrin Park: get lost in a fun labyrinth that leads to Petrin Hill.
• Staropramen Visitor Center: discover the history of the famous Czech beer and learn about Prague's best breweries while indulging in a local tasting.
• Chocolate Museum: discover the history of chocolate and enjoy a local product tasting.
• City sightseeing bus.
• Panoramic cruise on the Vltava River.

You will also have the opportunity to access the St. George's Basilica, the Dolls Museum and other cultural spaces where you can travel through alchemy, art, science and astronomy.

Cost comparison

Each of the attractions included in the CoolPass are priced separately, it is likely that you can save money by using it. It all depends on your itinerary and the type of experience you choose.

• Prague Castle: between 10 and 32 €.
• National Museum: around 10 €.
• Štefánik Observatory: at least 4 €.
• Mirror Maze in Petrin Park: about 5 €.
• Staropramen Visitor Center: about 10 €.
• Chocolate Museum: cost about 8 €.
• Ticket for the Žižkov TV Tower observatory: about 14 €.
• Tourist bus: at least 26 €.
• River cruise: about 21 €, or 59 € if dinner is included.

How to use

It is a pass that you can buy before your trip through authorized platforms. Or in the tourist offices of the city. Afterwards, you will have to download the mobile app to use it comfortably and get schedules, tips and information about each attraction or activity.

To activate the pass you only have to scan the QR code at the entrance of an attraction, from that moment it will start to count its validity. You will have up to one year to activate the pass after purchase and you should know that it is personal and non-transferable. If you plan to visit Prague in summer it can be an excellent option to save money and time, as it is a time that is characterized by higher prices and more tourists.

Interesting details

• Price: from 64 € per person, depending on the selected duration. There are also more affordable prices for children and students.
• Duration: between 1 and 6 days, depending on the chosen validity.
• Advantages of this option: it is a very practical card that allows you to save money and is ideal for avoiding queues at the ticket office. In addition, it includes information about all the attractions in a mobile application.
• Disadvantages of this option: it does not include access to public transportation.

When traveling, it is normal to feel overwhelmed by the variety of places to visit and plans available. The Prague All Inclusive Pass makes it easy to organize your itinerary and includes the main tourist attractions and activities of the city at a reasonable price. With this card, you will be able to organize the time you need to explore the city and make the most of every moment.

You will have between 1 and 5 consecutive days to explore at your own pace, with a variety of history, art and gastronomy proposals. You won't have to worry about out-of-budget expenses, as everything is included in the same pass. Its price starts at 3 €, being a more economical alternative that allows you to take advantage of different activities.

Benefits

• Access to a wide range of entertainment options, at least 30 choices of attractions, tours and experiences throughout the city.
• Discounts in restaurants and local stores, so you can buy souvenirs at the best price!
• Access to cultural experiences.
• Flexibility to use the pass, as you can activate it at any time up to two years after your purchase.

Featured Attractions

• Prague Castle: which includes access to St. Vitus Cathedral, one of the most emblematic in Europe and the most important in the Czech Republic.
• Old Town Hall: if you like history and architecture, you must visit this imposing building.
• Astronomical Clock: take the opportunity to learn all the details about this famous medieval clock.
• Boat trip on the Vltava River: enjoy a trip on the city's river passage, with the possibility of joining a panoramic cruise in Prague.
• Tourist bus tour: you can hop on and off wherever you want, or enjoy the whole tour, which lasts about two hours. In this way, you will enjoy a route with a variety of stops that will take you to Old Town Square, the Jewish cemetery and the Prague Cathedral. The bus may have an audio guide and WiFi on board, but you should check before purchasing your tourist pass.

The card is also likely to give you access to some of Prague's best tours and excursions, such as the Jewish Quarter tour, and even walking around the city in the friendly company of a professional guide.

Cost comparison

The best way to know if a sightseeing card is convenient and beneficial to your budget is to know the usual price of each attraction. Keep in mind that you can enjoy between three and five activities daily, depending on your organization and the time required for each activity.

The normal prices for some of the included attractions are:

• Prague Castle: between 10 and 32 €, depending on the areas to be visited. A guided tour of the castle is around 49 €.
• Old Town Hall: climbing the tower has an estimated cost of 16 €, but if you want to take advantage of a guided tour you should pay around 24 €.
• Tickets to the astronomical clock: approximately 25 €.
• Cruise on the Vltava River: a panoramic tour is around 21 €, but if it includes dinner the price can increase up to 56 €.

How to use

The All Inclusive Pass is very easy to use, as you can buy it online through authorized platforms. Keep in mind that after the first use the pass will be activated automatically and the time will start running, so you should plan your itinerary in advance.

You will be able to visit at your own pace and you will have between 1 and 5 days to take advantage of the available activities. It is ideal if you plan to visit Prague in at least 1 day.

Details of interest

• Price: from 3 € per person.
• Duration: between 1 and 5 days, depending on the option chosen at the time of purchase. The pass is activated after the first day and expires according to the number of days selected.
• Advantages of this option: it is an economical, flexible option with a variety of plans in the city. In addition, you can activate your pass at any time.
• Disadvantages of this option: you must calculate if you will really visit enough attractions for the savings to compensate the cost of the pass.

The Prague Visitor Pass is a tourist pass that stands out for offering a series of benefits and access to different local attractions. It differs from other cards because it provides facilities when using public transport. From 96 € you can travel unlimitedly around the city, and even use the lines that connect to the airport.

Benefits

• Unlimited public transportation: metro, trolleybuses, among others. Buses and intercity trains are not included.
• Free transfers between the airport and Prague, ideal for organizing your arrival and return.
• In addition to the card, you will receive a map with a list of attractions.
• Admission or discounts at approximately 70 of the main local attractions.

Featured attractions

• Unlimited public transportation: you will be able to use the A, B and C subway lines. Also day and night streetcars, trolleybuses, the historical tramway and transport connecting to the airport.
• Main attractions of the city: Prague Castle, Charles Bridge Tower, Petřín Lookout Tower, among other local gems.
• Guided tours of: the Jewish Quarter, medieval subway areas, Prague Castle, the Old Town and the Jewish Town.
• Boat tours: enjoy a panoramic tour on the Vltava River.

Cost comparison

• Jewish Quarter: about 20 €.
• Charles Bridge Tower: about 6 €.
• Guided tours: from 20 €, depending on the type of experience selected.
• Public transport: a single ticket is around 2 € and a 24-hour pass at least 5 €. A cab within the city ranges from 7 to 10 €, while cabs to the airport can be as much as 25 €. Depending on your choices, you may need a daily budget of between €2 and up to €40.

How to use

In case you bought it online, this pass is activated in the same way as the Prague All Inclusive Pass and the Cool Pass. You just have to choose the first attraction and scan the QR code at the entrance. However, it can also be purchased as a physical card from the points of sale in Prague, in this case, you should know that it will be activated automatically.

Interesting details

• Price: from 96 €, depending on the selected duration.
• Duration: there are passes of 48, 72 and 120 hours, ideal for you to enjoy the city at your own pace.
• Advantages of this option: it offers unlimited transportation and you have the option to purchase it in e-Pass format to manage it through an application, avoiding the loss of the physical card. In addition, it is a way to save on transfers between Prague and the airport.
• Disadvantages of this option: this pass will only allow you one visit per attraction, which may be limiting for some visitors who wish to repeat experiences.

Before buying any of the cards, make sure you check the attractions included. Also their schedules and compare the different options to choose the most suitable one. This way of saving money is perfect if you want to explore a wide range of attractions. However, it is suggested to visit at least 3 attractions, museums or tours each day. This way you will know that you are saving money, if for example, the entrance fees to a few attractions exceed the cost of the card.

If you are interested in other types of activities such as participating in a cruise or a bus tour, a tourist pass will be an excellent alternative. Even if you are looking for a pass that gives you the flexibility to use public transportation, you can find options such as the Visitor Pass.

Before booking you should calculate the times of each activity, to justify the savings. Some may take up most of your day, reducing your chances of exploring other attractions. For example, the tour of Prague Castle and surroundings requires at least two hours. It is best to combine different types of plans with balanced time estimates.

It is more cost-effective to purchase tickets separately when:

• You only plan to visit one or two attractions.
• You have a limited visit.
• You are overwhelmed by jumping from one activity to another.
• You prefer to explore the city on foot without a defined itinerary.
• You plan to travel to Prague with children, as it is difficult to organize a demanding itinerary. Instead, it is advisable to prioritize family-friendly spaces and attractions.

• Evaluate your itinerary: before booking, study the list of attractions and choose the ones you are interested in. Then, make a travel plan with estimated activities per day.
• Use the app: most passes have a website or app with information about schedules, tourist recommendations and locations.
• Organize the schedules I recommend visiting the attractions early in the morning, to save time and escape the waves of tourists. Try to combine nearby attractions to save time and money on transfers.
• Take advantage of discounts: in addition to free attractions, the cards usually grant discounts for stores, restaurants or transportation.
• Follow the rules: each pass has specific conditions regarding its activation and uses. In some cases, attractions are free, but require prior reservation.