In a nutshell
- Prague is a great destination for families with kids – and really affordable!
- Prague locals are incredibly family-friendly and super relaxed when it comes to children.
- Our top family activities in Prague: Prague Zoo, the historic trams, and the TV Tower.
- Our top picks for staying with kids in Prague are the Grandium Hotel and the Old Town Apartments.
The Best Sights and Activities with Kids in Prague
Let’s dive into our tips for everything you can do with kids in Prague.
Boating on the Vltava River
Taking a boat ride on the Vltava River is one of the top activities in Prague that works great for families. Many different tourist boats and excursion vessels operate on the Vltava, so there’s plenty to choose from.
We took a shorter tour on a historic boat and a longer Vltava cruise on an excursion ship. Both have their own charm.
The historic river cruise departs right at Charles Bridge. The tour lasts only 45 minutes and a new departure leaves every 15 minutes. Tickets start at 23 euros. If your kids are still quite young or generally impatient, we’d go with this one.
The classic sightseeing tours on the larger excursion ships depart from various docks. The longer routes pass by Charles Bridge and many other must-sees in Prague.
There are also some genuinely worthwhile boat tours in Prague in the evening, where you can admire the illuminated city from the water.
Note: On the historic boat tours, you can’t bring a stroller. On the larger excursion ships it’s possible by arrangement, but it’s awkward either way.
Book the historic boat tour on the Vltava River (45 minutes)
Book the evening boat tour (50 minutes)
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Riding the Historic Tram
As a family, you’ll actually get around Prague best on foot. That said, a ride on the historic tram is a real highlight when doing things to do in Prague with kids.
The old trams rattle, squeal, and creak their way through the center of Prague, passing loads of the city’s landmarks. The ride feels like a trip back in time to turn-of-the-century Prague — some of the restored cars are actually over 100 years old.
During peak season the trams fill up quickly, so bringing a stroller is not advisable.
On GetYourGuide you can grab a 24-hour hop-on/hop-off ticket for historic tram line 42. The big advantage: you can split the tour across two days.
For adults the ticket costs 19 euros, and for children up to 14 years it’s 13 euros. Children under four ride for free.
Book the hop-on/hop-off ticket for the historic tram
Prague Zoo
We have mixed feelings about zoos in general, but for a vacation with kids they’re often a fantastic option.
The zoo in Prague actually surprised us in the best way. The unique location on a hillside is really lovely, and the animal enclosures are larger than anything we’ve seen at other zoos.
The panoramic walkway is just a lot of fun. There are plenty of playgrounds and loads to discover for kids and adults alike. And right in the middle of the zoo there’s even a chairlift — how cool is that?
The Prague Zoo is seriously one of the best family activities in Prague.
Tickets cost around 13 euros for adults and 8 euros for children (ages 3–15).
Note: The zoo is located outside the city center. From the main train station, it’s only about 20–30 minutes by bus and train.
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View from the Prague TV Tower
The Prague TV Tower is more of a lesser-known spot in Prague — the 216-meter-tall tower stands a bit outside the center in the Žižkov neighborhood.
But the trip out here is totally worth it. The view from the observation deck at 100 meters up is fantastic, and the tower is nowhere near as crowded as other Prague attractions.
Tickets start at 15 euros for adults and 8 euros for children ages 3–14.
Book tickets for the Prague TV Tower
Observation Tower on Petřín Hill
At 318 meters, Petřín Hill is the highest point in Prague, and the panorama over the city is spectacular.
You can reach the top either by funicular or — for the truly adventurous — on foot. When exploring Prague with your kids, take the funicular.
The observation tower on Petřín Hill looks a bit like a miniature Eiffel Tower in Paris. A full 299 steps lead to the top of the 63-meter-tall tower — but don’t worry, there’s also an elevator.
Beyond the observation tower, the Mirror Maze is a really cool attraction for kids in Prague.
Admission to the tower costs 10 euros. With the Prague City Card, entry to the observation tower is included.
If you want to visit the Mirror Maze as well, a combo ticket is the way to go:
Book the combo ticket for the Mirror Maze and Observation Tower
Museums for Kids in Prague
A museum visit is a great activity with kids, especially on rainy or cold days.
Prague Castle with Toy Museum
Prague Castle is one of the city’s standout highlights and a must on any trip to Prague.
The castle grounds sit on the hill of the Hradčany district, above Prague’s Lesser Town.
Many of Prague Castle’s sights — such as the Golden Lane or St. Vitus Cathedral — may not be the most exciting for kids. To make sure the little ones have fun too, plan a stop at the Toy Museum.
Our tip: If you’re in Prague with a baby, bring a baby carrier instead of a stroller. You’ll need to navigate quite a few elevation changes and steps, which can get really complicated with a pram.
Lego Museum
Lego is always a hit with kids. So if you’re planning a family vacation in Prague, the Lego Museum is sure to be a winner — and it’s an especially great pick on days when the weather isn’t cooperating.
At the museum you can check out loads of Lego models and of course pick up Lego merchandise. There’s also a play area where your kids can build their own creations.
Tickets cost 14 euros for adults and from 10 euros for children. Grab your ticket online in advance to skip the line:
Book tickets for the Lego Museum
Papilonia Butterfly House
At the Papilonia Butterfly House, butterflies from around the world flutter all around you. They’re used to people and will fly very close — kids absolutely love it.
You’ll find the butterfly house on the upper floor of a shopping center right in Prague’s Old Town. It’s essentially just one room, but it’s designed with a lot of care and charm. This is also a great spot to duck into on a rainy day in Prague.
Parks and Playgrounds in Prague
A break from sightseeing at a playground is a must when visiting Prague with kids. Here are our favorite spots.
Letná Park
Letná Park is one of our favorite spots in Prague in the summer.
The view over Prague from the beer garden in Letná Park is seriously fantastic. It’s a great place to take a little breather from the sightseeing and enjoy a cold Czech beer — and of course there are soft drinks for the kids too.
Right next to the beer garden there’s also a small playground for your kids. Older kids might find the skaters at the Metronome more interesting.
Franciscan Garden
The Franciscan Garden is a little oasis right in the heart of Prague, tucked away from the hustle and bustle. It’s a perfect spot for a quick break from sightseeing.
Your kids can enjoy themselves on the playground while you relax on a park bench surrounded by greenery. At Café Truhlárna you can treat yourself to a coffee or a snack before heading back into the thick of Prague.
General Tips for Prague with Kids
Here are a few general travel tips and pointers for a vacation in Prague with kids.
Also read our packing list for a vacation with kids
#1 Hotel Tips for Prague with Kids
We stayed at the Grandium Hotel in Prague’s Old Town, just a few minutes’ walk from Prague’s main train station.
Since we traveled to Prague by train, the Grandium Hotel’s location was super convenient for us.
Beyond that, the hotel is a particularly good choice if you’re traveling with young children. Baby cribs are available free of charge upon request for children under three years old. From age three, a rollaway bed gets expensive, so you’re better off booking a triple room directly.
For a family vacation in Prague with more than one child, we recommend the stylish Old Town Apartments in Prague’s Old Town.
Check out our articles with more hotel recommendations for Prague:
#2 Eating Out with Kids in Prague
Our experience in Prague was that some restaurants aren’t necessarily set up for kids. Sometimes there are high chairs, sometimes not.
But one thing was always consistent: the people of Prague are incredibly family-friendly and approach kids openly and warmly. That really stuck with us in the best way.
Also worth knowing: most restaurants in Prague’s Old Town don’t have much space inside for strollers or buggies, or simply aren’t accessible. Keep that in mind when getting around Prague with kids. A little maneuvering here and there, but it still works out just fine.
A few of our restaurant recommendations for Prague can be found in our insider tips article:
#3 Getting Around Prague with a Stroller
The city center is very family-friendly — you’ll get around just fine with a stroller or travel buggy. The sidewalks can be quite narrow at times, but still manageable.
Prague Castle is a different story. Here you’ll have to tackle many steps and elevation changes, and accessible routes aren’t always well marked. We recommend bringing a baby carrier for Prague Castle (and generally for city trips with kids) and leaving the stroller at the hotel sometimes.
#4 Is the Prague City Card Worth It with Kids?
Honestly, the Prague Card is only really worth it in a few specific cases. You’d need to pack in a very tight sightseeing schedule to get your money’s worth — and in our experience, that’s not so easy when you’re doing things to do in Prague with kids.
There’s also a discounted Prague Card for children ages 6–16. But it only makes sense for families if you genuinely want to visit a lot of Prague’s attractions in a short amount of time. There’s no separate family card, by the way.
Here you’ll find more information and our honest take on the Prague Card:
#5 Playgrounds in Prague
We were completely surprised by how many playgrounds there are in the center of Prague. Most of the ones we came across were also very clean and modern — something we’re not used to from other big cities like Berlin.
Just keep your eyes open when you’re out and about in Prague with kids. There are great playgrounds around many corners where your kids can really let loose.
