# Prague Castle

> With around 70,000 square metres, Prague Castle is regarded as the largest coherent castle complex in the world.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/prague-castle/

A hilltop castle complex above the Vltava, with St Vitus Cathedral, courtyards and a lane of small houses inside the walls. Arrive when the gates open to avoid queues, and leave the car outside the centre, as access is limited.

With around 70,000 square metres, Prague Castle is regarded as the largest coherent castle complex in the world. Its beginnings go back to the late 9th century, when Prince Bořivoj had the Church of the Virgin Mary built. At its heart is St Vitus Cathedral, begun in 1344 and not completed until 1929; the Bohemian crown jewels are also kept there. In the Golden Lane, which dates from the 16th century, small houses line the castle wall.

Allow half a day for the courtyards, the cathedral and the lane. You can reach the castle by tram line 22 (stop Pražský hrad) or on foot from the Malostranská or Hradčanská metro station; you do not need a car. Visit as early in the day as you can, as it is usually very busy later on.

- **Nearest town:** Prague, Czechia
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 50.0909, 14.4005
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## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

**Getting there:**

- **Czechia: Vignette needed for motorways.** Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

## Sources

- [Prague Castle (prague.org)](https://prague.org/prague-castle)
- [Prague Castle (Wikipedia)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prague_Castle)

## Nearby

- [Karlštejn Castle](https://camping-spirit.com/places/karlstejn/) – 23 km
- [Terezín Memorial](https://camping-spirit.com/places/terezin-memorial/) – 50 km
- [St Barbara's Church](https://camping-spirit.com/places/st-barbara-church-kutna-hora/) – 64 km
- [Sedlec Ossuary](https://camping-spirit.com/places/sedlec/) – 65 km

## FAQs

### Where is Prague Castle?

Prague Castle is in Prague, Czechia, at GPS 50.0909, 14.4005. It is about 29 km from Mělník.

### Can you camp near Prague Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is HG Sport, s.r.o., about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 36 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

### What is there to see near Prague Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Karlštejn Castle (23 km), Terezín Memorial (50 km), St Barbara's Church (64 km) and Sedlec Ossuary (65 km).

### When is the best time to visit Prague Castle?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)