5 Best Day Trip Ideas From Prague, Czech Republic

Karlovy Vary
Karlovy Vary, Česko. Photo by Pavol Svantner on Unsplash

Prague is one of the magical European capitals that everyone should visit once in a lifetime, but the magic doesn’t stop once you’re done exploring this city. The Czech capital is surrounded by many amazing day-trip destinations worth exploring, and here are five that deserve a moment of your time.

Karlovy Vary

One of the most popular spa towns in Europe, Karlovy Vary will win you over with its thermal springs, but you’ll also be impressed by its charming old town.

Kutna Hora

Kutna Hora is a must-see destination for travelers exploring the Czech Republic’s gothic past. Sedlec Ossuary, a Gothic chapel adorned with skeletons, is its most popular attraction, along with the historic St. Barbara’s Church.

Český Krumlov

Český Krumlov is another charming small town worth exploring if you’re a huge architecture lover, thanks to its impressive mix of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.

Bohemian Switzerland

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Prague and enjoy some nature, consider taking a scenic ride to the Saxon Mountains and Bohemian Switzerland National Park with one of the local tour companies.

Dresden

Another day trip destination that takes you to a brand-new country, Dresden is the capital of Saxony, best known for its rich culture, baroque architecture, and vibrant history.