Prague with children – where to go and what to do to keep kids interested and not bored.
Charles Bridge and Kampa Island
You will still go to see the famous Charles Bridge. But don’t forget that children may not be very interested in it. But! On the side of Grad, there is Kampa Island, where the park has swings, a slide, and other children’s interests. Here you can also show your child a mill and the devil who runs it on the Chertivka River, which separates the island from the shore.
While the children are playing on the swings, parents can relax on the benches, and the park has free Wi-Fi.
Boat trip on the Vltava River
It is interesting for the whole family to take a boat ride on the Vltava River (250 CZK per adult, free for children). A river walk takes about an hour – during this time you can see the city and bridges from the water.
The kingdom of railways
The Kingdom of Railways is a children’s museum with many models of Czech railways. There is also a play area where you can play with construction sets and assemble a wooden railroad with your own hands. There are also many interactive devices. For example, a bus and a tram where you could press buttons, open/close doors, have a monitor on the windshield, and drive through the streets of Prague (video uploaded). For kids, there is also a children’s room with a babysitter – if you have children of different ages, you can leave the little ones to play in the room, and with older children you can safely walk around the museum, exploring its treasures. Tickets on the Kingdom website.
Historic tram #42
The tram is one of the symbols of Prague, and the historic tram is a great attraction for adults and children. Get on board one of the historic tourist trams and enjoy an unforgettable experience. The most beautiful sights of Prague and views of the Vltava River are just a small part of what you will see during a city tour.
The double-sided trailing stock used is known as “plecháč-kolíňák” with registration numbers 1200, 1201 and 1202 . All three types of trailing stock were manufactured in 1930 and come from a series of the Kolín Carriage Works. They were decommissioned in 1972, but have been seen again in Prague since the 1990s. Tickets cost 300 CZK, children’s tickets cost 200 CZK.
Prague Zoo
The Prague Zoo should be planned for the whole day – it is beautiful and will be interesting not only for children but also for adults. It’s a huge park with animals, with a very beautiful territory. You can rent trolleys for children and ride them, or take a ride on a train (goes up or down). There is also a cable car that leads to the top of the zoo, but it has single seats – keep this in mind if you plan to take it with small children. Tickets on the zoo’s website.
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Hamleys
This magical word means not only a store, but a whole world full of toys, teddy bears, dolls, games, and other devices and items for children of all ages. Both traditional and modern toys are presented here. A branch of the network founded in London in the 18th century.
You can come here with your children to ride the Venetian carousel, walk through the mirror maze, visit the virtual room and play Golem, a virtual game based on this mythical creature, drive cars and operate a toy large excavator. Terms and conditions on the Hamles website.
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A look into the book tunnel
There is an unusual tunnel in Prague that is made of books and leads to book infinity. If you’re walking in the city center, stop by the Municipal Library. In front of the entrance to the reading room, you can see this tunnel, an optical illusion that is really impressive.
Museum of fantastic illusions
The Museum of Illusions is available in various European cities, and in Prague you can also plunge into the magical world of optical illusions. Here, the famous alchemist Edward Kelly will magically lure you into his medieval laboratory. You will be entertained by Charlie Chaplin and Albert Einstein. You will see the real Mona Lisa’s smile, not the one you know from the picture! Climb up to the ceiling of the room, turn into a prima ballerina, look at your true mirror image, become the most beautiful person in the world, and experience much more.
Museum of Prague ghosts and legends
This original exhibition near Charles Bridge offers a large number of well-known and lesser-known Prague legends. And also the opportunity to walk through the nooks and crannies of old Prague and meet ghosts face to face. The underground alley of spirits hides the most famous Prague ghosts in its dark corners. They are headless, skeletal, in love, and exotic. The interactive exhibition will appeal to both children and adults. Tickets on the website of the museum of reasons.
Pedal Planet
Pedal Planet is one of the largest collections of pedal cars in the world. Visit the wonderful world of small cars, where even adults can make their childhood dreams come true. Tickets and details on the Pedal planet website.
Petrshyn Tower and gardens
The Petrishin Gardens are located on the Malostranská side of the Vltava River. There is a very nice park here on the hill with playgrounds and lots of trees with shade. To get up Petrshyn Hill, take the funicular – it costs the same as public transportation and is also included in the price of travel passes (children under 5 are free).
If you have teenage children, I advise you to climb the Petershinskaya Tower which is very similar to the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The top offers a great view of the city! For those with kids, there is an elevator (children under 5 are free). Near the tower there is a historical Carousel The 18th century carousel is fun for children of all ages. This unique attraction will make heads turn on Petrshin Hill from June 1 to September 30. It costs 100 kronor for one ride.
Mirror Labyrinth (Zrcadlové bludiště na Petříně)
It is a favorite place for both children and adults. From the outside, this building resembles a small castle, but inside, instead of a labyrinth with mysterious stone corridors made of mirrors. First, you will pass through the maze to the diorama of the battle of Prague against the Swedes near Charles Bridge in 1648, and then through the “hall of laughter” where distorted and skewed mirrors will change your appearance in a crazy way. Entrance to the maze costs 120 CZK for adults and 80 CZK for children.
Barrand Studio – behind the scenes of a movie
Barrandov Studio – is one of the largest and oldest film studios in Europe. Over the 90 years of its existence, more than 5,000 Czech and international films have been shot here. It is one of the few film studios in the world that offers guided tours for groups during normal business hours. In 2014, a new exhibition space was opened that takes the viewer behind the scenes of current film and television projects.
What and where to eat in Prague for children
Speaking of traditional Czech food, I would not recommend buying children boar’s knee, which is fried pork and is not very healthy for adults either. If you do go to a Czech restaurant, it’s best to order your child a candle soup, which is boiled and stewed beef with gravy, and it must be accompanied by knedlíky (boiled dough or dried bread slices for the gravy). You can also order fried germelin, a soft cheese grilled on the grill.
Trdelník is a traditional Czech pastry made from buttery dough over a fire. Try it with ice cream or custard, it’s very satisfying and sweet – kids will love it. They are sold in the Old Town in different corners – you will definitely see them!
Perníčkův sen is an original shop with a fragrant homey atmosphere, offering traditional Czech gingerbread in a variety of shapes, flavors and aromas – with almonds, nuts, chocolate, plum jam, lemon glaze and many other gingerbread delights. In addition, there are large and small buns with filling, cannoli, pie, and other sweet dishes. All this is of the highest quality from the best raw materials.
Getting to Prague
You can get to Ukraine from the Czech Republic by train and bus LeoExpress. The company combines trains with buses:
- Prague – Uzhhorod – departure daily at 12:28, arrival the next day at 3:00.
- Prague – Mukachevo – departure daily at 12:28, arrival the next day at 4:10.
There is also a train of the company RegioJet on the route:
Prague – Pardubice – Cesky Tesyn – Zabrzeh na Morave – Olomouc – Ostrava (Svinov) – Ostrava – Bohumín – Krakow – Przemysl – Lviv – Ternopil – Khmelnytsky – Vinnytsia – Kyiv
Public transportation is very convenient – subway, buses, trams. A ticket for 30 minutes with the ability to change from one type of transport to another within the specified time costs 30 CZK (1.2 EUR). A ticket for 1.5 hours costs 40 kroons (1.6 euros). You can buy tickets at the machines at metro stations (cash or card). Modern trams have vending machines – you can pay for your ticket online with a card or by phone.
Low-cost airlines Ryanair and Wizz Air fly to Prague from European airports.
Hotels and hostels as always I look for on Booking – Praga – it has the best prices and reviews from other guests. Very fast and convenient.
Useful articles and links:
- What to see in Prague if it’s not your first time here
- Where to stay in Prague – the best neighborhoods for tourists
Bus schedule and bus tickets are available at InfoBus.ua
Travel health insurance with discounts can be purchased on the company’s website VUSO
Green card for traveling by car abroad – online on the portal HotlineFinance
Booking of hotels and apartments – Booking.com
