Vltava River: Our most recommended tours and activities

Prague: 50-Minute Sightseeing Evening Cruise

1. Prague: 50-Minute Sightseeing Evening Cruise

Enjoy breathtaking views from the Vltava River and discover the beauty of one of the most famous cities in the world during this evening cruise with an audio guide. See majestic sights such as Charles Bridge, and the Dancing House. Hop aboard a comfortable and spacious boat and begin your river cruise. Capture pictures as you sail past sights like the Petřín Tower, and the historic fort of Vyšehrad. Admire the neo-Renaissance concert hall of the Rudolfinum and the biggest castle complex in the world, Prague Castle.  Relax on an air-conditioned boat with a roof over the sundeck. Learn about the main sights with audio commentary that is available in 8 different languages or use the printed guide onboard available in 16 languages.

Prague: 45-Minute Historical River Cruise and Refreshments

2. Prague: 45-Minute Historical River Cruise and Refreshments

See Prague from a different perspective and go on a 45-minute historical boat tour along the Vltava river. Embark a traditional canal boat and explore the waterways of old Prague while listening to an audio commentary. Admire the charming views and listen to the history of Prague. To deepen your knowledge even further you can go to the Charles Bridge museum after the river cruise tour.  Your tour will depart from the Charles Bridge. Enjoy stunning views of Prague Castle and take some great photos. Cruise through The Devil’s Channel (Čertovka) and find out why this area is called the Venice of Prague.

Prague: Vltava River Night Cruise with Buffet

3. Prague: Vltava River Night Cruise with Buffet

See the beauty of Prague at night on this dinner cruise along the Vltava River. Marvel at historic monuments such as the Prague Castle and Dancing House, and enjoy a wide variety of Czech cuisine. Start your evening cruise along the Vltava River in Prague from the Čechův Bridge in the Old Town. Get a welcome drink on boarding and then glide gently down the river towards the Charles Bridge (Karlův most). Pass the hill at Petřín, see the historic fort of Vyšehrad and admire the neo-Renaissance concert hall of the Rudolfinum. Continue past the famous Dancing House on the Rašínovo nábřeží (Rašínovo embankment), and get panoramic views of Prague Castle while being serenaded by live music on board the boat. Enjoy a deluxe buffet dinner (cold buffet, warm buffet and desserts) as you cruise, and purchase drinks from a tempting selection of alcoholic or non-alcoholic options.  Buffet Menu: • Cold Buffet: Rich selection of breads and butter, Grana Padano, Duck pâté with cranberry sauce, Caprese, Selection of domestic cheeses, ham and salami, Chopped salad, Greek salad, Fresh coleslaw •  Soup: Chicken soup with noodles •  Warm Buffet: Whole ham with bone, Beef goulash, Chicken schnitzels, Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and basil (vegan), Paella, Baked potatoes with zucchini • Side Dishes: Bacon Dumplings, Jasmin Rice, Mashed Potatoes •  Desert: Homemade Gingerbread, Apple Strudel, Fresh Fruit Salad

Prague: Sightseeing Dinner Cruise on Open-Top Glass Boat

4. Prague: Sightseeing Dinner Cruise on Open-Top Glass Boat

Discover Prague by night on a luxurious open-top boat as you feast on a delicious selection of traditional Czech and international dishes from the onboard buffet. See Prague’s iconic structures along the Vltava River and get amazing views of the illuminated Prague Castle on this round-trip cruise. Travel on a unique glass boat with a specially insulated deck that prevents noise and vibrations and a section that has retractable glass walls and ceilings. Enhance your experience by upgrading to the window seat option to be guaranteed being seated in this section. Sip a welcome drink as you board and then glide down the river to the Charles Bridge and admire the neo-Renaissance Rudolfinum. Benefit from free Wi-Fi, listen to informative multi-lingual audio commentary, and follow your route by paper or online map as you go. Continue past the famous Dancing House and admire the panoramic views of Petrin Hill and Old Town Prague while being serenaded by live music on board. Enjoy a buffet dinner, which includes a wide selection of Czech and international dishes. After dinner, explore the open decks that allow you to feel the cooling river breeze and see the city from many vantage points that provide perfect photo opportunities.  Dinner buffet selections: • Mozzarella with tomatoes and fresh basil pesto • Selection of domestic cheeses, ham, and salami • Duck pâté with cranberry sauce • Gran Moravia cheese • Greek salad • Fresh coleslaw • Chopped salad • Selection of bread and butter • Gluten-free pastries • Chicken noodle soup • Whole ham with bone • Beef goulash • Chicken schnitzels • Baked potatoes with zucchini • Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and basil (vegan) • Paella with roasted vegetables and seafood • Steamed vegetables • Dumplings • Jasmine rice • Mashed potatoes • Homemade gingerbread • Apple strudel • Fresh fruit salad

Prague: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Big Bus

5. Prague: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Big Bus

Avoid the hassle of organized group tours and explore Prague at your own pace with a combined 24 or 48-hour ticket to the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus.  Once onboard the bus, you will be provided with headphones and an audio guide (available in 24 languages), with onboard staff available at all times to lend assistance. Listen to the fascinating history of Prague and see its famous landmarks. Explore the Red and Green line routes of the city. Green line stops include: • Na Františku (near Ministry of Industry and Trade), • Old Town Square, • Malostranské náměstí (next to Holy Trinity Column)• Jiráskovo náměstí (beside the Dancing House), • Václavské náměstí (at corner of Jindřišská street at Duplex club)• Hlavní nádraží (in front of Main Train Station) Red line stops include: • Prague Castle • Dlabačov• Náměstí Kinských• Jiráskovo náměstí (beside the Dancing House), • I.P. Pavlova (at corner of Sokolská street)• Karlov (B. Němcové street)• Hlavní nádraží (in front of Main Train Station)

Prague: CoolPass with Access to 70+ Attractions

6. Prague: CoolPass with Access to 70+ Attractions

See all that Prague has to offer with the Prague CoolPass, a complete sightseer package allowing you access to more than 70 top attractions, museums, tours, and cruises. Access a huge range of the top attractions including Prague Castle, Prague ZOO, Jewish Museum and synagogues, and many more. Enjoy a 2-hour bus tour, cruise Prague Venice and choose one of 4 sightseeing cruises from Prague Boats included in the CoolPass. Or a 1-Day Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus tour with special pricing. You'll also get access to special Prague CoolPass Special offers, including significant discounts on tours, gastronomic cruises, activities, entertainment, shows, Prague Hard Rock café, and Bohemian Garnet shops for example.  Prague Card Benefits: • Free entry to Prague Castle (St. Vitus Cathedral, Royal Palace, Golden Lane, St. George's Basilica, Daliborka Tower)• Free entry to the Jewish Museum - synagogues and Old Jewish Cemetery (7 sites)• Free entry to the National Gallery (7 sites)• Free entry to the National Museum (9 sites)• Free entry to Prague Zoo (the 4th best zoo in the world)• Free entry to Prague City Gallery and Prague City Museum sites• Free entry to St. Peter and Paul Basilica, and Convent of St. Agnes• Free entry to the Illusion Art Museum and Museum of Decorative Arts• Free entry to Náprstek Museum of Asian, African, and Native American Cultures and Ethnographical Museum• Free entry to Bohemian Garnet Museum• Free entry to Karel Zeman Museum• Free entry to the Czech Museum of Music, Museum of Bedřich Smetana, and Antonín Dvořák Museum• Free entry to Kunsthalle Praha, Werich Villa Art Centre, Kampa Museum, and Dancing House Gallery• Free entry to the House of Photography, Sudek Gallery, and Bílek Villa• Free entry to the Museum of Meissen porcelain, Retro Museum, and Lego Museum• Free entry to Vyšehrad Fortress (4 sites)• Free entry to the Štefánik Observatory, Planetárium Prague, Pedagogical Museum, and Police Museum• Free entry to Henry's Tower, Old Custom House• Free entry to the National Memorial Vítkov• Free entry to the palaces and chateaux of Troja, Roztoky, Schwarzenberg, Sternberg, Clam-Gallas, Colloredo-Mansefeld, and Nelahozeves• Staropramen brewery• Marold Panorama• Observatory at TV Tower Žižkov• Loreto Prague• Lobkowicz Palace• 2-hour "Historical Prague" bus tour• River Cruise "Prague Venice"• Choice of one Prague Boats cruise• One-hour River Cruise• Prosecco Cruise• Cruise to Devil’s Canal• Prague Grand Cruise• Up to 50% discounts on tours, cruises, entertainment shows, shopping concerts, and restaurants• Special price on City Sightseeing Hop-On-Hop-Off 24 Hours• Detailed printed map and mobile app - Prague Cool Pass - your free interactive guide around the city

Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

7. Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

Take in fantastic views from the river and discover the beauty of Prague on a boat cruise. Sit back and relax as you cruise down the Vltava River and see the Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, and other iconic sights from a unique perspective. Learn about the history of one of Europe's most iconic cities through an audioguide onboard. Marvel at the Charles Bridge's iconic statues from your unique vantage point, all while taking in the towering Prague Castle atop the hill. Listen to the available audioguide as you gently meander down the river, learning about interesting facts and stories of this historical city. Sit indoors for a cozy atmosphere, keeping warm in winter and cool in summer with its temperature control, or sit outdoors on the sundeck for a more natural ambiance.

Prague: 45-Minute Sightseeing Cruise to Devil's Channel

8. Prague: 45-Minute Sightseeing Cruise to Devil's Channel

Cruise along the Vltava River to the Devil's Channel, enjoying views of Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge along the way. Admire the Grand Priory Mill, one of the most famous of Prague's preserved mills. Make your way to the dock at Čech Bridge (Čechův most) in Prague and go to pier 3 to board your boat to the Devil's Channel (Čertovka). The Devil's Channel is said to have been named in the 19th century after a woman of devilish character. Originally built as a millrace, today it divides Malá Strana from Kampa Island. Explore the mysterious Devil's Channel up close, see medieval houses that seem to grow out of the water, and listen to the clatter of the mill wheel as in days gone by.

Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

9. Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

Sit back, relax and take in views of Prague’s top attractions on a Vltava River sightseeing cruise. Discover the many gems of this stunning European capital. You’ll see the Charles Bridge and have panoramic views of the Prague Castle area, Vyšehrad Rock Castle and many more landmarks and monuments. The boat will take you through the Smichov water lock, one of 4 lock chambers in the city. This is the perfect activity for families with children. There is also a bar on board where you can purchase snacks and the world-famous Czech beer.

Prague: Vltava River Lunch Cruise in an Open-Top Glass Boat

10. Prague: Vltava River Lunch Cruise in an Open-Top Glass Boat

Cruise through the heart of Prague and take in the city views from the Vltava while enjoying a delicious buffet lunch. Listen to live music as you pass the historic center and sail beneath Charles Bridge. Be welcomed on board with a traditional Czech aperitif before embarking on your sightseeing cruise along the Vltava. Sail under Charles Bridge which connects the city’s Lesser Quarter to the Old Town. Along the edge of the bridge, admire carved statues of Czech saints on both sides. Next, pass Prague Castle, the Rudolfinum, and the National Theater. Throughout the tour, enjoy a lunch buffet with live music. Listen to commentary to learn more about the attractions and monuments that you see. Cruise past more landmarks such as the Dancing House, the Emmaus Monastery, Vyšehrad, the Podolí Waterworks, and the historic Štvanice Power Station before being returned to the departure point.

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The cruise and staff were amazing throughout. The views were so beautiful especially with the sunsetting in front of us. There wasn't many people which for us made the whole thing more enjoyable

Our guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable. She made an effort to make sure we were comfortable. Took stops in any shops we wanted. She was very nice and totally caters to what you want to do.

Fantastic tour great value for money. There is a deck upstairs for the best view worth the cold weather

Everything was great, cruise was on time and people on board were very friendly.

Fabulous trip. Fantastic food. Friendly staff. Would recommend