What is it?
A stunning fort on the east bank of the Vltava River, Vyšehrad is considered by many to be the true birthplace of Prague.
Is it worth visiting?
This former royal seat of the King of Bohemia is much less crowded and offers far more green space than its famous counterpart across the Vltava River. Get an inside look at the intricate paintings lining the walls of the neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul. Stroll around the ornate gravestones of the Slavin Cemetery, including the final resting places of Art Nouveau painter Alfons Mucha, poet Karel Hynek Mácha, and composers Bedřich Smetana and Antonín Dvořák. Snap a panoramic picture of the city and the river from one of the many lookout points. Vyšehrad is as much a local space for relaxation as it is a typical tourist destination.
Ticketing info
The castle and its grounds are free to enter, although you’ll need to pay a fee to see the exhibitions or join a tour to explore some of the structures. Admission to the exhibition in the Gothic Cellar is 120 Kč (80 Kč reduced fare), and a Sunday afternoon theatre ticket for the Burgrave’s House costs 130 Kč. A guided tour of the Casemates costs 170 Kč and tour commentary is available in Czech and English). A full guided tour of everything on offer costs 240 Kč (170 Kč reduced) and must be booked one week in advance.
Time Out tip
If you want a more leisurely route to this hilltop destination, take the red Metro line to the Vyšehrad stop. Nearby trams may appear close on a map, but they only take you to the base of the hill.
This review was fact-checked and updated in 2024.
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