Royal Way of Prague
Photo: Pedro Szekely from Los Angeles, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
If you have just a few hours to spend in Prague, you should travel the Royal Way. The Royal Way (Královská cesta in Czech) is the traditional coronation route of Czech kings. The way starts at the Republic Square, where a city seat of Czech kings used to be, passes many of Prague's most impressive sights and ends at Prague Castle. All of the three world wonders listed on the Hillman's list that happen to be in Prague (Old Town, Charles Bridge, and Prague Castle) are included in this itinerary. And, of course, the whole Royal Way is part of the Historic Centre of Prague which is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. You will also visit several places with a great opportunity to look over a great part of the city. Prague has much more to offer, but the Royal Way includes the most important and most beautiful treasures.
UnderstandThe first monarch to use the Royal Way for his coronation was Albert II of Habsburg in 1438. In the next 400 years almost all rulers followed in his tracks.
PrepareTake a pair of comfortable shoes. A map of Prague or a GPS unit and a printout of this page would be useful - it is not impossible to get lost in Prague even for someone who has lived there for 20 years.
Get inFor instructions on how to get into the city, see Prague.
The Royal Way of PragueThe starting point is on Republic Square.
Stay safeThe area is very safe. The only problem may be pickpockets in crowds, especially in trams.
Go nextSo you have seen the Prague castle and want to get out? There are several options. If you want to quickly go back to your hotel, train station or some other place,
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- Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Royal Way of Prague" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo: Pedro Szekely from Los Angeles, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons