Charles Bridge
The 15th-century bridge makes a romantic backdrop for an evening stroll. The bridge leads straight into the Old Town and offers breathtaking views of the Vltava River, Prague Castle, and many other architectural wonders. Take pictures, but don't forget to take in your surroundings firsthand.
Prague Castle
Built in 870, Prague Castle is one of the world's largest and houses palaces, a monastery, a church, viewing towers, and the sublime St. Vitus Cathedral. Today it serves as the office and residence of the President of the Czech Republic, but many areas remain open to visitors.
Old Town Square
Prague's Old Town Square showcases the city’s cultural sophistication. Here you can marvel at the 600-year-old Prague astronomical clock – the oldest working clock in the world – and the churches of Tyn and St. Nicholas.
Condor offers cheap flights to Prague from a range of American airports. Discover the magic of one of Central Europe's most beautiful cities with flights right into the heart of Prague from Los Angeles or Seattle to find out just why they call it "The Golden City". Prague has established itself as one of the premier European destinations in recent years, and with good reason.
Not only can Czech Republic's capital city boast a fascinating history that spans well over 1,000 years, but its vast array of centuries old churches, picturesque bridges, and Gothic architecture give the medieval city a fairytale atmosphere unlike anywhere else. First-time visitors often fall in love with its charm, and once you've walked the historic districts and stumbled upon the 1,250 year-old Prague Castle on a warm summer's evening, you might just fall in love too.
Travelers can book their cheap flights to Prague from a number of American airports, including Seattle, Minneapolis and Baltimore-Washington. The flight time between the United States and Prague is approximately 9 to 13 hours, depending on which airport you choose to fly from.
Once your flight lands in Prague you can travel to the city center via bus, coach, taxi, or rental car. Be aware that if you travel by bus you will need to change to the metro to reach the center, so consider taking the Airport Express coaches, which are available outside the terminal and will take you directly into the city. Once you're in the Old Town, most sights can be easily reached on foot. A rental car may be useful if you want to reach places of interest outside the city.
Fly with Condor to Prague
5 Reasons Why You Should Travel to Prague
Instagrammable Spots in Prague
Fly with Condor to Prague
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5 Reasons Why You Should Travel to Prague
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Instagrammable Spots in Prague
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Fly with Condor to Prague (PRG)
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, set on the Vltava River in Central Europe. The city developed around medieval and early modern quarters and remains known for its long-standing role as a cultural and administrative center in the Bohemia region. Prague has a temperate climate with cold winters and warm summers, with late spring and early fall often offering milder conditions for city travel. Historic neighborhoods on both sides of the river shape the city’s layout, with dense central districts and surrounding residential areas.
☀️ Best time to go: April–June and September–October, mild temperatures and generally comfortable conditions for walking-heavy city travel
🏛️ Best known for: Historic architecture, Cultural institutions, River cityscape, Cafés & cuisine, Walkable neighborhoods
🗣️ Language: Czech; English and German commonly used in tourism and services
✈️ Airport: Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
5 Reasons Why You Should Travel to Prague (PRG)
1. Stone bridges and river views at dusk
At dusk, the Vltava reflects Prague’s spires and baroque domes. Crossing Charles Bridge and strolling the riverbanks links the Old Town to Malá Strana. For boat trips, check conditions and follow crew guidance.
2. Medieval streets layered with gothic craft
Cobblestone lanes lead to courtyards, arcades and church towers that still shape daily life. In the Old Town and Josefov, façades and details reward slow looking between cafés and galleries. Respect active places of worship.
3. Hearty Czech cooking with beerhouse rituals
In a classic hospoda, pilsner arrives fast and plates are built for sauces. Order svíčková, goulash or vepřo-knedlo-zelo with bread dumplings and sauerkraut. For sweets, note trdelník is a popular street treat.
4. Neighborhood cafés from Vinohrady to Žižkov
Morning starts with espresso, koláče and a newspaper at a corner café. Beyond the center, Vinohrady and Vršovice add parks and 20th-century architecture while Žižkov’s pubs keep evenings local. Use trams for easy hops.
5. Castle-side hilltops with sweeping city panoramas
From the castle side of the river, terraced streets climb to viewpoints above red roofs. Petřín Hill and nearby gardens frame wide skyline scenes over the Vltava and Old Town. Stay on marked paths and behind safety barriers.
Instagrammable Spots in Prague (PRG)
Gothic framing from Old Town Bridge Tower
Dark stone tracery, pointed arches and sculpted details turn this tower into a ready-made frame before you even look outward. From the top, the statue-lined sweep of Charles Bridge runs straight toward Prague Castle, giving you a layered skyline without visual clutter. In late afternoon and early evening, the river softens into silvery tones and the rooftops pick up warmer highlights. The climb is part of the atmosphere, with narrow stairs and small windows that create cinematic shadow bands. #HeritageAngles #SymmetryHunters #PostcardEurope
Blue-hour glow on Charles Bridge
As daylight fades, the bridge lamps switch the mood from postcard-bright to amber and dramatic. The sandstone statues read as silhouettes first, then sharpen into texture as the sky turns deep blue behind them. You’ll get the most timeless look when the river is calm and the lights ripple into elongated streaks. Early morning can also feel surprisingly quiet, with soft misty light that makes the arches and towers look older than they are. #BlueHourMagic #TimelessPlaces #EuropeanStreets
Panorama lines from Letná Park’s metronome terrace
A wide open terrace above the Vltava gives you Prague’s most readable skyline in one glance: bridges stepping across the river and the Castle ridge anchoring the horizon. The metronome platform adds clean concrete geometry that contrasts with the red roofs below. Sunset often turns the river into a pale ribbon and the city into stacked layers of color and shadow. Stay for the afterglow when streetlights start to sparkle but the sky still holds detail. #CityFromAbove #ChasingLight #EuroWanderlust
Terraced symmetry in Vrtba Garden
Baroque hedges, staircases and balustrades create crisp patterns that look designed for square crops and slow pans. From the upper terraces, you’ll see Lesser Town rooftops rising toward Prague Castle, with church domes punctuating the frame. The garden feels especially graphic on bright days when the greenery reads as bold blocks against pale stone. Because paths are narrow, it’s a strong spot for detail shots of sculptures, gates and clipped foliage. #HiddenCourtyards #PatternPerspective #EuroArchitecture
Peacocks and fountains in Wallenstein Garden
Formal pools, sculptural hedges and the ornate Sala Terrena give you a palace-garden look just steps from the city’s busiest streets. The scene changes minute by minute as peacocks and ducks wander through the paths, adding movement and color. Sunlit mornings bring out the green tones and make the reflections in the water feel cleaner. Keep an eye on the arches and columns for balanced compositions that still feel candid and alive. #NatureInFrames #ReflectionsEverywhere #HiddenGemsEurope
Color-splashed layers at the John Lennon Wall
Paint, paste-ups and handwritten messages overlap so densely that every step creates a new background. Bright blocks of color and fast-changing murals make it ideal for portraits, close-ups and short video clips with lots of visual rhythm. The narrow lane gives you a natural vignette effect, especially when side light emphasizes texture in the paint. Photography rules can vary by area, so follow current signage and be mindful of anyone pausing to read or leave a message. #ColorPlayVibes #UrbanExplorers #EuropeUnfiltered
Riverfront curves around the Dancing House
Glass and concrete twist into a moving silhouette, and the building’s edges shift as you walk along the embankment. From across the Vltava, the modern lines stand out sharply against Prague’s older roofscape, creating a clean contrast shot. Overcast weather works surprisingly well here, turning the glass into soft gradients instead of glare. After dark, the riverside lights add depth and give the curves a more sculptural feel. #ModernArchitecture #LinesAndShadows #CityVibes