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One Week in Berlin & Prague: See the Highlights and Experience the Local Scene

7 day tour of berlin and prague.

• Walk the glass dome of the Reichstag in Berlin, a symbol of Germany's democratic rebirth
• Stroll through Berlin's Hackesche Höfe, a labyrinth of beautiful courtyards
• Spend evenings in neighborhoods loved by locals, such as Kreuzberg in Berlin and Žižkov in Prague
• Explore the majestic Prague Castle, a storied symbol of Czech heritage overlooking the city
• Take in stunning romantic views of Prague from the historic Charles Bridge

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Brandenburg Gate

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The Brandenburg Gate was built as a symbol of peace, perverted into a symbol of power by the Nazis, and became a symbol of division during the Cold War. Now, however, it is a symbol of reunification. Completed in 1791, it was topped by the quadriga, a chariot drawn by four horses driven by the goddess of peace. Napoleon seized the quadriga as a spoil of war, but after his defeat, it was returned to the city and met by cheering crowds along the way, transforming the goddess of peace into a goddess of victory, holding a  Germanic cross.

Make your way to the top of the dome enjoying amazing views and looking down at debating members of the German Parliament below.

Officially, the Reichstag is actually the Bundestag, which means the federal parliament. The Reichstag was reduced to a ruined shell by arson in 1933 and by World War II fighting, but it was rebuilt with a striking egg-shaped glass dome. Visitors are given a free audio guide that discusses the building’s history and architecture, while also orientating you to the sites of Berlin. It is an excellent introduction to the city. Note that it is usually necessary to book well in advance!

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Visit Germany's Oldest and Best Known Zoo.

Founded in 1844, the Zoologischer Garten Berlin was the first zoo in Germany and features some wonderful animal-inspired architecture as well. The original animals were donated by King Frederick William IV of Prussia, and it now has a collection of around 20,500 animals representing 1,500 different species. The zoo’s aquarium opened in 1913 and now contains one of the largest collections of aquatic life in Europe. 

Shop in the iconic department store of capitalist West Berlin

Opened in 1907, the Kaufhaus des Westens, or KaDeWe, quickly became a temple of luxury in a rapidly modernising city. It took off again following the German post-war economic miracle and gained new impetus again following German reunification. During Communism, due to it's proximity to East Germany, it became a symbol of the material wealth of the West in comparison to that of countries stuck behind the Iron Curtain.

Memorial Church

Remind yourself of war's destructiveness by visiting the ruins of this church destroyed during WWII.

After its destruction in WWII, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church was partially rebuilt in modernist style, and partially left in ruins as a powerful reminder of the war. Built-in the 1890s, Kaiser Wilhelm II hoped to inspire the secular proletariat to return to traditional religious values. The neo-Gothic design became ever more colorful as Wilhelm insisted on more bling. The small exhibition inside shows the wartime destruction and a “before and after” model of the city center.

Story of Berlin Museum

Take an interactive crash course in Berlin history. (Re-opening Autumn 2021)

This museum uses reconstructed street scapes, homes, and other interactive exibits to give you good feeling for the atmosphere of Berlin during it's long and often times turbulent history, including during the Nazi and Communist era. You can also tour an underground nuclear shelter.

Charles Bridge

Cross the river dividing Prague's most historic neighborhoods, and experience one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

Bridge construction began in 1357 under King Charles IV (hence the name), and it was the only bridge across the Vltava River until 1841. 30 baroque statues of saints line the bridge, and it is filled with street artists and entertainers. Not to be missed.

Maltese Square & Lennon Wall

See a historic wall that has been covered in John Lennon-inspired graffiti since Communist days.

The wall has been covered in graffiti since the 1960s, and during Communism anti-regime sentiment was common. John Lennon's assassination inspired grafitti reflecting his song, Imagine, which earned the wall its current moniker. It is now a favorite gathering place for tourists, and musicians sometimes congregate there as well. Just around the corner is the Maltese Square, which is one of Prague's more quaint and relaxed public spaces, despite being just off the main tourist route.

Prague Castle

Prague Castle is one of the main attractions in Prague and is also the largest castle complex in the world.

The Prague Castle is the largest castle complex in the world with structures dating back to the 9th century. The St Vitus Cathedral and Basilica of St George can be found within the castle walls. The Prague Castle also includes several gardens, palaces, and a monastery. This castle was the seat of power for the Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors, and presidents of former Czechoslovakia. Prague Castle is a UNESCO world heritage site and is one of the most visited places in the country. 

Church of Our Lady before Týn

Count the spires on the Church of Our Lady Týn before discovering the hidden courtyard behind it.

The 14th-century, Gothic church is a stunning structure with asymmetrical towers (note that the one on the right is slightly larger than the one on the left). It is the dominant feature of Old Town square and serves as an extensive gallery of Gothic, Renaissance and Early Baroque works. The church is the final resting place for the great astronomer Tycho Brahe.

Clementinum

Discover a large historical complex of buildings and courtyards "hidden in plain sight" within the Old Town.

Founded as an abbey in the 11th century and later transformed into a Jesuit university, it is the second largest complex of buildings in Prague after the castle and contains four separate churches. Guided tours begin at 10am, and include an awe-inspiring Baroque library hall and the Astronomical Tower, from which you have a beautiful view of the Old Town.

Old Town Square

Make sure to visit one of Europe's most important, historic, and stunning city squares.

The square is filled with rich history and surrounded by many beautiful old buildings, such as the gothic church of Our Lady before Týn and the baroque church of St. Nicholas. At the center of the square is a large statue of Jan Hus, a church reformer burnt at the stake in 1415, and a lovely and recently-restored column topped by the Virgin Mary. Today the square is filled with street performers, food stalls, and horse-drawn carriages. 

Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock

See Prague's most photographed moment when the late medieval timepiece constructed on the side of the Old Town Hall Tower comes to life at the top of the hour.

Apostles proceed from the tower’s 1410 astronomical clock hourly, flanked by figures representing vanity, greed, death, and pleasure. You can also take an elevator to the top of the Old Town Hall tower for a great view of the Old Town Square and rooftops. Tours of the town hall and its gothic cellars are also offered. 

Chapel of the Holy Rood

Tour a closely-guarded and jewel-encrusted chapel decorated with amazing medieval art.

The most important and impressive part of the castle, the Chapel of the Holy Rood, is open only to special guided tours due to the fact that its walls are literally covered in precious jewels.

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What's Included In Your Trip

Pre-Paid Tours and Activities:

• Highlights of Berlin Guided Walking Tour
• Prague Castle & Royal Route Guided Walk
• City Card for Berlin, including discounts to many popular attractions

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• 2nd Class Train Tickets from Berlin to Prague
• Public Transport Tickets for Berlin

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• 3 nights at a hotel of your choice in Berlin
• 5 nights at a hotel of your choice in Prague

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One of the most authentic, storied German destinations, Nuremberg's picturesque old town, glorious castle, and buzzing Christmas Market makes this city a time-true classic. The ideal gateway to old Bavaria, Nuremberg offers a primer in German history before you embark on the lovely journey through old Bavaria, known as the Romantic Road. Considered the capital of the Holy Roman Empire in the middle ages, Nuremberg would have felt like the center of the world as a procession of kings and emperors passed through its magnificent gates. When the German Renaissance came, Nuremberg was at its heart. Albrecht Dürer, the great German master artist, was born here, and Martin Luther called Nuremberg Germany's 'eyes and ears'. Skip forward a few centuries, and the city took a dark turn, as Nuremberg became a gathering point for the German National Socialists. Slightly outside of town, you can still find the Nazi Party Rallying Grounds, a sobering reminder of the not so distant past. If it all gets too heavy, you can end the day with a glass of rotbier (red beer) and mull it over. Nuremberg is a must-see for anyone who wants to delve into Germany's past. 

Dubbed ‘Mainhatten’ for its glass highrises, financial prowess, and proximity to the Main River, Frankfurt offers a fascinating glimpse into the ‘engine room’ of Europe’s economy with an unexpected twist. Among the glass and steel buildings, the old-worldly Römerberg square will give you a double-take. The square’s 15th-century half-timbered houses, old statues, and church spires contrast dramatically against the modern 21st-century skyscrapers beyond. If you visit at Christmas, the Römerberg is truly special, aglow with the light of the tallest Christmas tree in Germany. The square fills with stalls selling handicrafts, and the air is scented with hot apple wine, honey, and cinnamon.  Delve deeper into Frankfurt and you’ll find a substantial museum district, the Museumsufer (Museum Embankment). This area features a cluster of twelve museums on either side of Main River. This includes the Städel, home to Tischbein’s famous painting of renowned writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, one of Frankfurt’s most prestigious sons. The more time you spend in Frankfurt, the more you’ll discover a highly cultured city lurking beneath its glass facades. If you have the time, Frankfurt is certainly worth a second look.      

Compared to other German cities, Hamburg has a moody, nautical charisma all of its own. Despite being battered throughout history by floods, fires, and bombs, Hamburg has always held its head up high. Resilience is in the air in Hamburg, along with the briny smell of the North Sea. In recent years Hamburg has garnered a reputation for commerce and nightlife. Frequent travelers whisper that Hamburg is Germany’s ‘undiscovered’ city, the place to go for a little business and a lot of fun.  Known as Germany’s ‘gateway to the world’, ships dock in Hamburg as they haul cargo up and down the Elbe River. The city thrives as Germany’s primary seaport and has been a center of trade since the middle ages. Its affluence shows in the 19th-century brick warehouses, flourishing restaurant scene, and recently constructed Elbphilharmonie concert hall, which floats majestically in the harbor, part ship and part island. Hamburg is a city for those who like to live large - in a cultured, German kind of way. Attend a performance at the orchestra, cruise on a boat around the Außenalster Lake, or have a night on the Reeperbahn, the Vegas-like strip where the Beatles once performed. Whatever you do in the city, Hamburg will make you look twice and see Germany from a totally different point of view.       

Since the fall of its notorious wall, Berlin’s unification has seen it go from strength to strength. No wonder the city feels like it hasn’t stopped partying since the 1990s. There is so much to celebrate here. Fueled by the robust economy, a thriving tech scene, and straight-up German bonhomie, when you step into Berlin you’ll soon be caught up in its spirit.  For all this gusto, Berlin hasn’t forgotten its troubled past. A visit to Berlin is to bear witness to history. Portions of the wall remain intact, and the city’s Jewish Museum offers a detailed, emotional examination of the Holocaust. Inside the reconstructed Reichstag, every attempt has been made to preserve the parliament’s beleaguered history. The buildings' glass dome addition feels less like a triumphal crown and more like a freshly healed battle scar.  Days in Berlin are easily spent wandering from a cafe to the cultural institutions on Museum Island, or over to the Charlottenburg Palace. By night, crowds wander through the booming bars and nightclubs or gaze upon the floodlit Brandenburg Gate and Victory Column monuments. An international city that can offer something to everyone, Berlin is an unmissable stop on your German journey.  

The city of Prague is indisputably the gem of Central Europe. Full of history, culture, and classic Czech pubs around every corner, Prague is teeming with nooks and crannies just waiting to be discovered. The narrow cobblestone streets and warm red rooftops give the city a homey feel, while the well-preserved medieval architecture transports you back in time. Walking across the Charles Bridge with the view of the Prague Castle will make you feel like you’re living in a fairytale, and you might as well be.    As an up-and-coming destination, Prague is a perfect mix of classic and modern. New trendy cafes and bistros are always popping up, and you can always find a group of lively locals chowing down on goulash and quaffing pivo (the best beer in Europe!) at traditional Czech restaurants across the city. The clash of modernity and tradition, preservation and innovation, gives this city a mysterious air that you won’t soon forget.

Nearly every wall and rooftop in Dresden seems to be finished with a flourish. Defined by its ornamental baroque architecture, a power statement of Saxon royalty, Dresden is made all the more miraculous considering the city was leveled by firebombing in WWII. After the war, the city was reconstructed, brick by painstaking brick. Even under East German-Soviet rule, which usually eschewed frivolous design, buildings like the Semper Opera House were pieced back to their former glory. Restoration of the majestic Zwinger Palace and bell domed Church of Our Lady slowly followed, with the Frauenkirche only fully repaired in 2005. Arguably there is no other city in Europe that cherishes its hard-won architecture as much as Dresden. Although it is a compact city, so many of its buildings will stop you in your tracks that architecture fans will easily lose a whole day in the Old Town area. Especially during the winter months, Dresden sparkles with a joyous, uplifting ambiance. The city is recognized as having the best-ever Christmas market in all of Europe. Between the twinkling lights, the scent of hot wine and gingerbread, and the towering Christmas tree, it’s worth going out of your way to see Dresden at this time of year.   

Berlin to Prague - 13 Best Ways to Travel in 2024

13 June 2023 by Kamila

Are you planning a trip to Germany and the Czech Republic anytime soon and wondering how to smoothly get from Berlin to Prague? Don't worry; we've got you covered! These two famous capitals are only about 350 km apart. Fortunately, it's easy to travel from Berlin to Prague with numerous transportation options. We've reviewed them all in great detail so you can decide what works best for you. This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide about traveling from Berlin to Prague. You don't need to figure out the transportation details between the capitals; just focus on enjoying vibrant Berlin. Once you are ready to move to elegant Prague, use the information we've gathered for a hassle-free trip.

1. Berlin to Prague by Train

The most popular way to travel between the capitals is by taking the EuroCity Berlin to Prague train. There are daily direct connections, offering an easy and comfortable trip. Trains from Berlin to Prague depart every two hours, with the first connection leaving from the German capital after 7 in the morning and the last one after 5 in the afternoon.

Train stations in Berlin and Prague The Berlin to Prague train starts at Berlin Hauptbahnhof station (the underground platforms) and stops at Berlin Südkreuz before continuing the journey towards the Czech Republic, with a few stops along the way. In Prague, trains arrive at Praha-Holesovice before terminating at Praha hlavni nadrazi train stations. Both in Berlin and Prague, all train stations are easily reachable by public transport.

Train tickets from Berlin to Prague The Berlin to Prague train journey takes a little over four hours, providing enough time to read, admire the views, and not get too bored or tired. Currently, there is no high-speed train (like ICE or TGV) operating between Berlin and Prague, but the trains that run are still fast and modern, so you won't feel much of a difference. The price for a Berlin to Prague train ticket starts at €25 when purchased in advance and can increase to €75 just before departure. You can buy the train ticket online from either the German Railways or Czech Railways website; it's worth checking both as prices may vary. Alternatively, you can go directly to the train station in the German capital (any station with a Deutsche Bahn clients' center) and purchase a ticket there, although it won't lower the cost of the Berlin to Prague train. If you decide to buy the ticket at Berlin Hauptbahnhof (the central train station), you will find the ticket office on the upper floor. If you're traveling around Europe with a rail pass, you can also use your Interrail or Eurail pass for the Berlin to Prague trip. Currently, there are no RegioJet connections between Berlin and Prague, so your only option to travel by train between the capitals is trains operated by national carriers Deutsche Bahn / Ceske Drahy. When taking a train ride from Berlin to Prague, you can also enjoy beautiful views along the way. Part of the journey between Bad Schandau and Decin passes through the region of Bohemian Switzerland / Saxon Switzerland, one of the most scenic places in this area of Europe.

2. Berlin to Prague Transfer Tour

Since you need to get from Berlin to Prague, why not use the journey between the cities to see some unique places along the way? The best option to do so is the Berlin to Prague Transfer Tour . When using this option, you can visit beautiful destinations that would generally take much longer to reach, learn more about the region's culture, history, and traditions, and meet like-minded fellow travelers.

Stop 1: Moritzburg Castle The Berlin to Prague sightseeing transfer departs from a central location near Ostbahnhof in the capital of Germany at 9 in the morning. After approximately 2 hours, you will arrive at your first stop - the stunning Moritzburg Castle. This spectacular example of German Baroque architecture takes your breath away with its beauty and is one of the most picturesque castles in the country. You will have the opportunity to wander around the lovely park and may even try on Cinderella's shoe.

Stop 2: Dresden From Moritzburg Castle, it's a short ride to another stop - Dresden. Badly destroyed during World War II, Dresden rose like a phoenix from the ashes and is now one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. You will explore the charming historic center and learn more about the city, its history, and its monuments. This is also where you will have a lunch break before continuing your journey to the next destination.

Stop 3: Bastei Bridge The entire area of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains is stunning, but you will visit an absolute must-see location - the Bastei Bridge. Built in the 19th century, the bridge was incorporated into the rock formation and still impresses with its scenic construction today. After visiting the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, you will drive directly to your final destination for the day - Prague. You can expect to arrive at the center of the Czech capital around 7 in the evening. Prices for the highly-rated  Transfer Tour from Berlin to Prague start at €85 for a group tour. You will travel in a comfortable vehicle with a local tour guide who will answer all your questions about the region. If you would like to customize the trip, private tours are also available.

3. Berlin to Prague by Bus

Another popular option that can compete with the train is the Berlin to Prague bus. There are numerous connections throughout the day, operated by three major companies on this route: Flixbus , Student Agency , and Eurolines (you can check the timetable and purchase tickets on the companies' websites). They offer similar services: the journey by Berlin-Prague bus takes under five hours, and prices start at €18.

All buses start at Berlin ZOB station (near Messe Nord/ICC S-Bahn station) and arrive at the Florenc station in Prague (in the center). The exception is the Flixbus from Berlin to Prague, which continues the journey to the central train station in Prague. The buses from Berlin to Prague are usually modern and comfortable, with free onboard WiFi. Some connections also have an onboard entertainment system (similar to the one you find on planes) and offer complimentary hot and cold drinks, making the Berlin to Prague bus trip much more enjoyable.

4. Berlin to Prague by Private Transfer

If you want to enjoy the ease and comfort of a private transfer but don't want to drive yourself, you can choose a Berlin to Prague private transfer. It may not be the cheapest option, but it offers flexibility and a door-to-door ride. You can opt for a direct Berlin to Prague transfer or choose the option with some sightseeing stops along the way. Prices start at around €300 per car, but the final price depends on how you customize your trip.

5. Berlin to Prague by Plane

Usually, flying seems like the easiest choice when traveling, but not when it comes to getting from Berlin to Prague. Since the capitals are so close to each other and there are numerous alternatives for transportation between the cities, there is no direct flight from Berlin to Prague. If you still want to fly from Berlin to Prague, you would have to choose a connection with a transfer in one of the European airports, most likely Vienna, Frankfurt, or Munich. However, selecting this option would significantly increase your overall travel time, so it's better to consider other transportation options for getting between the cities.

6. Berlin to Prague by Car

You can also travel from Berlin to Prague by car, either directly or with interesting stops along the way. This part of Europe is filled with great places to visit, both natural and historical, that are often overlooked by tourists. You can turn your journey from Berlin to Prague into a fun road trip and choose how much time you want to spend traveling between the capitals. The fastest route takes around 4 hours, but you can extend it to a few days if you wish. Starting in Berlin, your first stop can be Spreewald, a nature getaway known as the German Venice, perfect for kayak tours. Continue your trip to Dresden, but before reaching this stunning city, you can make a stop at the Baroque Moritzburg Castle or the charming town of Meissen, famous for its porcelain. In Dresden, you can take a longer break to explore all the fantastic attractions the city has to offer, and there are plenty of them. Right at the border of Germany and the Czech Republic, you can't miss the Bohemian/Saxon Switzerland National Parks, known for their breathtaking nature and excellent hiking trails. Before reaching your final destination, Prague, you can also visit picturesque towns such as Melnik and Litomerice, which showcase the typical scenery and vibe of Central Europe. If you want to make a little detour, you can also visit Görlitz (where numerous Hollywood movies were filmed, such as "Grand Hotel Budapest," "Inglourious Basterds," or "Around the World in 80 Days"), Liberec, or even Poland. These are just a few suggestions of where to stop when driving from Berlin to Prague! When renting a car to travel from Berlin to Prague, keep in mind that the price will increase automatically since you will be returning the vehicle to a different location. Consider taking a sightseeing transfer instead, where you will pay less and still have the opportunity to visit fascinating destinations along the way.

7. Berlin to Prague by Bike

If you prefer traveling on two wheels, you can easily ride your bike from Berlin to Prague. Both Germany and the Czech Republic are bike-friendly countries, so you can expect decent infrastructure and designated bike trails along the way. The Berlin to Prague cycle route takes you through scenic areas, including the beautiful Bohemian/Saxon Switzerland with its incredible rock formations. Make sure to plan your trip to include stops at the best places along the route. You can also take a detour and explore the idyllic countryside by taking backroads from Berlin to Prague. If you want to travel between the capitals by bike but don't feel confident enough to do it on your own or don't want to deal with all the practical aspects, you can join a Berlin to Prague bike tour. This is a popular way to enjoy an active holiday and experience the highlights of Central Europe.

8. Berlin to Prague by Car Sharing

Car sharing is a popular way of traveling in Europe, especially for last-minute trips within the next few days. The most popular website that connects drivers with passengers is BlaBlaCar . To use this service, you need to sign up, browse the available rides, and connect with a driver to arrange the details. When taking BlaBlaCar from Berlin to Prague, you can expect to pay around 20-25€ for the trip. However, when searching for a ride, be mindful that the website also shows bus connections for this route. It's easy to filter and find the option you're interested in. While car sharing is generally a good option, it's important to consider all the details. Sometimes the departure or arrival point might be away from the city center, which means you'll need to navigate getting there and back, and it may require additional time and effort.

9. Berlin to Prague by Hitchhiking

If you're seeking adventure and the excitement of unplanned travel, why not consider hitchhiking from Berlin to Prague? This way, you can save money and enjoy the spontaneity of an unscripted journey, experiencing the kindness of strangers along the way. If you're fortunate, you might even catch a ride all the way to the Czech Republic. However, a more feasible option is to aim for Dresden first and then continue your journey towards Prague. One of the best spots to hitchhike south from Berlin is the A100 motorway, which passes through the German capital. You can easily reach this location by taking the U-Bahn U6 or S-Bahn S41, S42, S45, S46, or S47 to Tempelhof, followed by a short walk to the motorway junction. Another suitable spot is the B96a highway in Schöneweide, which is also accessible via public transport. Regardless of the spot you choose, you're in for an exciting and adventurous experience!

10. Walking from Berlin to Prague

Fans of walking can easily embark on a journey from Berlin to Prague on foot. Covering a distance of approximately 350km, it is recommended to allocate at least ten days for this trek. However, if you wish to explore the exciting places in Germany and the Czech Republic along the way, you will require additional time. The essentials for this adventure are comfortable shoes, being in decent physical shape, and wearing a big smile on your face. With these preparations, you'll be all set to walk from Berlin to Prague.

11. Berlin to Prague by River Cruise

If you're seeking an unconventional holiday experience, consider embarking on a Berlin to Prague river cruise. This unique journey involves spending at least a week floating along the Elbe River and exploring fascinating destinations along the route. While it's not possible to travel the entire distance from Berlin to Prague by boat, you will need to utilize buses for certain parts of the journey at the beginning and end. To provide an example itinerary, Viking Cruises offers a Berlin to Prague river cruise with stops in Potsdam, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, and Saxon Switzerland. Prices for a Berlin to Prague river cruise typically start around €2,700 for a 10-day trip.

12. Day Trip from Berlin to Prague

While technically it is possible to take a tour from Berlin to Prague and back in one day, we do not recommend it. The journey between the capitals would consume approximately 9-10 hours of your time, leaving little opportunity for sightseeing and fully enjoying Prague. However, if Prague is your next destination during your trip, you can opt for a fun day trip from Berlin to Prague while traveling between the two cities. The most efficient way to do this is by using a sightseeing transfer , which allows you to travel smoothly and hassle-free from Berlin to Prague while exploring some of the most interesting and beautiful places along the route. We have provided detailed information about the sightseeing transfer at the beginning of this guide.

13. Private Jet from Berlin to Prague

If you enjoy luxury travel and have the means, you can charter a private jet from Berlin to Prague. It is a premium option, and the cost can be substantial, starting at around €8,000 for chartering a plane. However, chartering a private jet allows you to personalize the trip according to your preferences and travel in utmost comfort from Berlin to Prague.

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The distance from Berlin to Prague is 350 km.

Besides driving, the best way to travel from Berlin to Prague is by train and bus. The price and travel time are similar, and the connections are frequent. If you have the whole day to spare - the sightseeing transfer from Berlin to Prague is the best way to travel between the cities.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Prague, besides hitchhiking or walking, is by bus. Prices start at €18.

There are no direct connections from Berlin to Prague airport. You must go to central Prague and continue your trip to Vaclav Havel International Airport by taxi or bus.

Both buses and trains offer similar services when traveling from Berlin to Prague. The bus is slightly cheaper, with prices starting at €18. Still, its departure station is slightly further away from the center in Berlin. The train departs from central Berlin (Hauptbahnhof train station), and the prices start at €25.

Currently, there are no RegioJet Berlin to Prague trains. You can still travel by train between the capitals, using the service of Czech/German railways.

When planning a Berlin-Prague itinerary, you can stop in numerous interesting places along the way. The most popular ones are Dresden, Bohemian / Saxon Switzerland National Parks, and Moritzburg Castle (all covered in Berlin to Prague sightseeing transfer).

This is the most popular travel route in Central Europe, connecting all the major capitals in the region. You can easily do it by public transport, but you can also use sightseeing transfer and see more than just the main cities. Sidetriptours offers sightseeing transfers from Berlin to Prague, Prague to Vienna, and Prague to Budapest.

The distance from Prague to Berlin by train is exactly 397 km. The journey takes over four hours.

Getting from Berlin to Prague and then to Vienna is accessible by public transport. However, if you would like to stop in some interesting places along the way, Sidetrip Tours offers sightseeing transfers covering the whole Berlin-Prague-Vienna route.

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Berlin and Prague are two of Europe's most fascinating cities. They may seem a million miles apart, but traveling between them is both quick and easy. A direct train will take you from Germany's hip capital to the quaint old city of Prague. Find out everything you need to know to make this journey yourself.

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The Berlin and Prague Trip in 5 days is the perfect choice for an unforgettable getaway! Explore the iconic places and marvel at the culture, people and gastronomy of these amazing cities.

• Day 1 (Tuesday) BERLIN

When you arrive in Berlin, we will be waiting to take you to the hotel where you will stay. The rest of the day you'll have him free.

• Day 2 (Wednesday) BERLIN

We will enjoy breakfast and take a guided tour of Berlin , accompanied by a local guide. We will pass by the most important monuments of this city, such as the Brandenburg Gate , the Reichstag Parliament , Postdamplatz, Alexanderplatz , Kurfurstendamn Avenue, and of course, the Berlin Wall . The afternoon is free and you can book an optional excursion to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp.

• Day 3 (Thursday) BERLIN-DREDEN-PRAGUE (345 kms)

We will have breakfast at the hotel and leave for Saxony until we reach its former capital, Dresden , on the banks of the River Elbe. This city was practically destroyed during World War II bombings. Here you will have free time and later we will continue to the Czech Republic , arriving in Prague , where we will stay.

• Day 4 (Friday) PRAGUE

After breakfast we will visit Prague accompanied by a local guide. The tour will take us through the places that are essential to visit in Prague. We will start the famous castle, the Cathedral of San Vito and the Malá Strana neighborhood , passing by the emblematic Charles Bridge . We will continue to the Old Town Square to admire the famous astronomical clock , the Church of the Victory of the Child Jesus in Prague, the National Theatre and the Wenceslas Square, among others.

The afternoon will be free to tour the city at your own leisure.

• Day 5 ( Saturday) PRAGUE

After breakfast at the hotel, we will finish the Berlin and Prague itinerary in 5 days .

Another of our popular 5-day tours, which you might be interested in, is the Prague Budapest Tour Package .

• Transfer from Berlin airport, train station or bus to your hotel.
• Luxury coach with free WI-FI.
• Escort guide.
• Visit with local guide in Berlin and Prague.
• Daily buffet breakfast.
• Travel insurance. ( See coverage )
• Transport of one suitcase (max. 20 kgs.) and one handbag per person.
• Half board (4 dinners or 4 lunches), optional.

Not included

• Flight ticket.
• Optional tours.

Price & Payment

Single room, double/triple room, single room + half board, double/triple room + half board.

• Pay comfortably in 2 installments! When booking you will pay 20% and the remaining amount up to 30 days before departure.
• This payment method is applied to reservations whose departure date is greater than 30 days from the reservation date. With less than 30 days the full amount will be charged.
• Please note that the price of the tour may vary according to the selected date.

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Accommodation.

Our hotels are carefully selected. Most of them are located in the urban area of the cities or communiqués. All rooms have a private bathroom/shower.

The planned hotels are as follows (4 ****):

• Centro Park Hotel or similar
• Exe Klee Berlin or similar
• Moxy Hotel Berlin or similar
• International or similar
• Duo or similar
• The final hotels will be confirmed in advance of the tour departure.

Additional details

• Please make sure that your passport or ID is valid and in order (recommended passport with minimum validity of 6 months) and that you have processed the visas required by each country, if necessary.
• We recommend wearing suitable clothes and comfortable shoes, because to get to know the cities well you have to walk. In summer preferably cotton and light clothes, and in winter keep in mind that continental temperatures can be quite extreme.
• All tours include in the price an official tour of the most important cities. However, our guide will offer you some excursions or complementary visits that may be of interest to you (not included in the price).
• Visits are always guaranteed in English, although they may exceptionally take place in English and a second language simultaneously.

Cancellation

Starting point.

We will pick you up at one of the following locations:

• Berlin Tegel Airport
• Berlin Schönefeld Airport
• Train station. Berlin Südkreuz
• Central station of Berlin. Hauptbahnhof
• Berlin Ostbahnhof station.

Please indicate your flight/bus/train number and arrival time at the time of booking.

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• Free! cancellation 15 days before

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Nattivus guarantees you the best price available at the time of making your reservation. However, if you find a lower price offer in the same currency as the original purchase, for the same dates, conditions and characteristics of the booked activity, we will match the price, refunding you the difference. This reservation must be a minimum of € 20.

For this, it will be necessary to present a complete and final budget as proof, which includes all the concepts of the reservation: date, duration, currency, price, participants, modality, management expenses, etc., issued by another agency legally authorized to operate in Spain, the same day that you have made your reservation with Nattivus, from which any additional discount will be excluded for belonging to a specific group.

To request a refund, send a message to info@nattivus.com with your name and booking number along with a proof of the lower price. Refunds of the price difference will be processed in the same payment method used for the original reservation.

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We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal and cash . Payment is 100% secure. We consider the following forms of payment, as indicated in the file for each activity:

Single payment: The payment of the total amount will be made at the time of booking . Cash payments are not accepted on the day of the visit.

Payment the day of the tour: A first payment of a percentage of the total will be required at the time of booking and the second payment of the remaining amount you will pay at the destination on the day of the activity, in cash or card, as indicated. Please note that only payments in local currency will be accepted (for example in Spain only EUROS will be accepted).

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Train times, fares & tickets

Berlin to prague by train.

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Comfortable air-conditioned EuroCity trains with restaurant car & free WiFi link Berlin and Prague every two hours, 388 km (241 miles) in 4 hours, centre to centre with great scenery along the Elbe & Vlatava rivers.  Train is the way to go, an experience in itself - Watch the video!

Train times southbound 2024

Train times northbound 2024, timetable notes.

* Runs from 21 March 2024 onwards.  ** Runs from 20 March 2024 onwards.

EC = EuroCity train Berliner , air-conditioned 1st & 2nd class with restaurant car, CD (Czech Railways) stock.

Railjet = Railjet train Vindobona , to/from Vienna .  air-conditioned Business class, 1st class, 2nd class, restaurant car.

Treat these times as a guide, always check times for your own date of travel at int.bahn.de .

Berlin to Prague is 388 km or 241 miles by train.

Monday morning engineering work, 8 January to 18 March 2024: Trains may not run on Monday mornings in this period so check online.

How much does it cost ?

Advance-purchase fares start from €18.90 in 2nd class or €27.90 in 1st class.

Sparpreis (savings) fares are advance-purchase fares with dynamic prices & limited availability at each price level.  They are only good for the specific departure you book, limited refunds, no changes to travel plans.  A round trip is two one-ways.  If you're happy to book ahead and commit to a specific train, this is what you want.  Book early & avoid popular days for the cheapest prices.

The fully-flexible fare is around €80-€95 in 2nd class or €140-€160 in 1st class.

The Flexpreis is what you pay if you want to stay flexible or buy a ticket at the station on the day.  Flexpreis tickets are good for any Berlin-Prague train that day, unlimited availability, can't sell out.  The price varies by date.

Children:  Children under 6 go free, no ticket required.  Children under 15 also go free when accompanied by a parent or grandparent on a Sparpreis fare and added to the booking at int.bahn.de .  This offer is not available if you book at www.cd.cz .

How to buy tickets

Buy tickets at the German Railways website int.bahn.de . 

Booking normally opens up to 6 months ahead, but dates after the mid-December timetable change usually open for booking in mid-October.  More about when booking opens .

I recommend registering when prompted, as you can then log in at any time to check or re-print your tickets.

Seat reservations

Seat reservations are optional, but recommended for a small extra charge, €4.90 in 2nd class, €5.90 in 1st class, see travel tips .

Stopover in Dresden?

You can include a stopover at Dresden at no extra cost.  Before running the enquiry at int.bahn.de , simply click Stopovers , enter Dresden and a length of stay of up to 48 hours.  There are left luggage lockers available at Dresden if you need them.

What are the trains like?

The EuroCity trains between Berlin & Prague are run jointly by the German, Czech & Austrian national railways.  Most Berlin-Prague trains use modern CD (Czech Railways) EuroCity cars branded Berliner, as shown below. 

There are two exceptions:  The 09:16 from Berlin & 14:28 from Prague is the EuroCity Hungaria to/from Budapest, this uses smart air-conditioned Hungarian coaches & Hungarian restaurant car see the photos here .  The 06:15 from Berlin & 17:31 from Prague is the railjet Vindobona to/from Vienna, see the photos here .

The usual formation for the Czech trains is:  2 x 2nd class open plan car, 3 x 2nd class cars with 6-seat compartments, restaurant car, 1st class open-plan car.  However, extra cars are added at peak times and formations vary.  The 1st class car is normally at the front in the Berlin>Prague direction, at the back Prague>Berlin.

Travel tips

1st or 2nd class?

2nd class is absolutely fine for most travellers, there's no need to go 1st class unless you don't mind the extra cost.  But see what prices you get at int.bahn.de because with dynamic pricing 1st class sometimes doesn't cost very much more.  1st class simply means more leg and elbow room and usually a quieter environment.  1st class also gets you solo seats and tables-for-two on one side of the aisle, as seats are arranged 2+1 across the car width rather than 2+2 as in 2nd class.

The once-per-day railjet train (marked Railjet in the timetables above) also has business class , a premium 1st class for which you pay €15 on top of any 1st class fare or railpass.  See the photos here .

Power sockets, WiFi & toilets

There are power sockets at all seats in both classes on all train types.  Each car has at least one toilet, usually two.  There's good mobile data reception along most of the route.

The cars owned by CD (Czech Railways) have free WiFi with unlimited data whilst in the Czech Republic, Slovakia or Hungary, but data may be limited whilst the train is in Germany.  The railjet also has free WiFi in all classes.

You can pretty much take any luggage you like, nobody cares how much it weighs or what size it is.  You take it with you onto the train and put it on the luggage rack, there's plenty of luggage space in both classes.  The racks above your seat take anything up to backpack-size, the racks at the end of each open-plan saloon car will take large suitcases.  In compartment cars, large items just go on the floor.  More about luggage on European trains .

A seat reservation is recommended

A seat reservation is optional on Berlin-Prague trains.  If you choose not to reserve a seat you sit in any empty unreserved seat - a small paper label or electronic display above each seat shows whether it is reserved or not.

However, I strongly recommend reserving a seat especially in summer or on any Friday or Sunday afternoon as these trains get very busy.  You can add a seat reservation when you book, int.bahn.de charges €4.90 per seat in 2nd class, €5.90 in 1st class.

It's not possible to specify a seat facing direction of travel on these trains as the reservation system knows the carriage layout but cannot predict which way round the carriage will be marshalled in the train.  But you can request a window or aisle seat, a seat in an open-plan saloon or a 6-seat compartment, or a seat with a table ( tisch in German), which means face-to-face seats at a fixed wooden table.  All seats in fact have small drop-down tables.

If you already have a ticket (or Eurail or Interrail pass) you can make a reservation-only booking for a €3 at www.cd.cz by changing Purchase a ticket to Purchase reservations only under the train you want in the search results.

Seat selection from a seat map

On Berlin-Prague trains you can select your seats from a seat map when using Czech Railways www.cd.cz , but you can't with German Railways at int.bahn.de .  And it's cheaper to make reservations at www.cd.cz , €3 rather than €4.90!

At www.cd.cz , you can either buy your ticket & reservation together, or you can make a seat reservation on its own to go with any existing ticket or pass, select a train and look for the Reservations only box at the top of the search results.  Then watch out for the Select seats from the seating map link.

Which side for the best scenery?

The best scenery is on the left hand side going south from Berlin to Prague, right hand side going north from Prague to Berlin, as that's the side the rivers Elbe & Vlatava are on.  You cannot specify which side you sit if you make a seat reservation for the reason explained above, but you can always switch sides to any free unreserved seat.

Saloon or compartment?

If you choose to reserve, the site asks if you prefer an open-plan saloon or a seat in a traditional 6-seater-compartment.  On the Berlin-Prague EuroCity trains there's usually only one 1st class car with open-plan seating - there are usually no 1st class compartments.  In 2nd class there may be both classic cars with a side-corridor and 6-seat compartments and perhaps one car with open-plan saloon seating.   Some people prefer classic 6-seat compartments, especially if they are a family or a group of friends, I personally prefer open-plan seating as it feels more spacious, less confined and you get a better view through multiple windows.  It's your call!  On your ticket it will say Abteil for compartment, or Grossraumwagen for open-plan car.

Seat numbering plans:   Click here for train seating layout .  Check the train formation first!

Prague Hlavni or Prague Holesovice?

Normally, all trains use Prague Hlavni , which is the centrally-located main station, walking distance from the old town and most hotels.  They also call at Prague's secondary station, Prague Holesovice , which is further from the centre.  It's easy enough to transfer by local train, metro or taxi between Prague Holesovice and the city centre, but Prague Hlavni is much better located, walking distance from most sights.

Boarding your train

As with virtually all European trains, there's no check-in.  Just stroll into the station, find your train and get on, any time before it leaves.  The doors may be closed a minute before departure.  At Berlin Hbf , trains to Prague use the north-south platforms 1-8 down the escalators below ground level, as opposed to the east-west lines above ground level.  See Berlin Hbf station guide .  See Prague Hlavni station guide .

Bicycles can be taken on Berlin-Prague trains, bike spaces must be booked in advance, you can add a bike to your booking at int.bahn.de .

Restaurant car

The restaurant car is open to everyone, and having a sit-down waiter-served meal on a crisp white tablecloth served on proper china as the scenery glides by is a real treat.  There are no table reservations, just go along and sit down.  You can use the counter at the other end of the car if you want to buy snacks or drinks to take back to your seat.  On most departures it's a Czech restaurant car run by catering subsidiary JLV, you can see current menus by route at www.jidelnivozy.cz if you use Google translate and hunt around a bit.  Euros and Koruna are accepted in the restaurant car, as are major credit cards - but take cash if you can, as the credit card machine relies on mobile phone reception.  You may find that at designated times happy hour applies and the prices are lower!

Useful links

Map of Berlin showing station   -  Map of Prague showing station .

Hotel suggestions in Prague old town or near the station .

Left luggage lockers in Berlin & Prague   -  General advice & tips for European train travel .

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Pre arranged tours for individual travellers

10-Day Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Munich Rail Tour (10R08)

Visit Berlin , capital of Germany, Prague , capital of Bohemia, Vienna , capital of Austria and Munich , capital of Bavaria along this rail tour.

Stay at least two nights in each of the beautiful cities along this rail tour and also visit famous Neuschwanstein Castle !

Neuschwanstein Castle © Romantische Strasse

This beautiful vacation package includes second class Rail all the way as well as excellent rated hotels (see the tableau this is already included in the price of your tour )   a nd there is an option to upgraded to 1st-class Rail for the long distance train rides . This is just an extra of US $ 169.00 per Person and includes seat reservations!    Here you also find everything else that is included: transfers, rail tickets, tours and admissions.

Price per Person

Would you like to submit your personal information so we can check availability for your specific travel dates for this beautiful tour? On our BOOKING INQUIRY page you find a form which you may use to forward your personal information:

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Day 1 – Arrival in Berlin

By train/coach you will get from Berlin Tegel Airport to your hotel located near Potsdamer Platz. Germany´s capital city is the first stop at your Imperial Europe Rail Tour and a great and dynamic metropolis. The unification of East and West Berlin 25 years ago changed the city in many ways. Berlin fascinates visitors it’s culture and history are unique. Your tour includes the 48 hour Berlin Welcome Card . With this card you will have discounts to 200 museums, city tours and attractions and it includes a pass for unlimited free use of the Berlin public transportation system . With your tour package you will receive Berlin Walking tour suggestions as well as information about the public buses “M100” and “M200”: the buses are public double decker buses which cover many sights of Berlin and are a perfect way to explore the city by hopping on and off those buses. They run very frequently all day from 5am until midnight and if you take both routes you will have a circle taking you from the former Center of East Berlin (“Berlin Alexanderplatz”) to the Center of West Berlin (“Bahnhof Zoo”, “Ku´damm” shopping area ). Bus M200 takes you south of the “ Tiergarten ” to West Berlin´s Bahnhof Zoo where you may want to visit the “ Gedachtniskirche ” (Memorial Church) as well as the KaDeWe , continental Europe´s largest compartment store, which is located close to the Ku´damm. Bus M100 takes you back through the Tiergarten and partly north of it, passing the “ Siegessaule ” (Victory Column), Bellevue Palace (built in 1786 for the younger brother of Friedrich II, Ferdinand of Prussia, today: seat of the Germany´s President), the Reichstag (German Parliament), the Brandenburg Gate and the Museum Island back to Berlin Alexanderplatz.

Reichstag Building and Brandenburg Gate Berlin © Thomas H. Giesick

Day 2 – Berlin

On your second day in Berlin along your Europe Rail tour your Berlin Welcome Card will still be valid. However, your tour package also includes walking suggestions which cover many of the sights around Brandenburg Gate which can best be visited by foot. From the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag (German Parliament) the walking tour passes by the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe , to Berlin´s new city center, the “ Potsdamer Platz ”, to “ Checkpoint Charlie ”, to East Berlin´s Culture- and Shopping St reet “Friedrichstrasse” (site of the “golden twenties”), to the “Gendarmenmarkt”, where the German and French cathedrals are located, via the promenade street “Unter den Linden ” to the Museum Island.

The remains of the wall can be visited at Berlin´s East Side Gallery where parts of the wall have been turned into a piece of art. If you are interested in Third Reich history a “must visit” is the documentation center “ Topography of Terror “. It is located at the site from where the Nazis planned and managed most of their crimes. For those of you interested to visit a Concentration Camp Memorial site: a half day trip to the Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen in Oranienburg can be arranged (see Day 7 of our History Rail Tour “ Fascination and Terror –Rise and Fall of the Third Reich ” ).

Day 3 – Prague

After breakfast you will take the speed train from Berlin directly to Prague. Travel time is about four hours. Your hotel is located in walking distance from Prague Central Station.

Prague Castle and Church of Ludmilla Czech © TO EUROPE s.r.o.

The Old Town of Prague can easily be explored by foot from your centrally located hotel. You have all afternoon and evening to see many of the highlights. Maybe you want to take a short walk into the Old Town (“Staré město”) since in Prague’s historic Center numerous historic buildings and monuments can be seen. At “Staroměstské náměstí, the Old Town Square , you will find the famed Astronomical Clock (Orloj), built into one side of the Old Town Hall Tower, the gothic Church of Our Lady before Týn as well as the mural-covered Storch building. If you walk a little further towards Prague´s Vltava River you will find another highlight – the Karlův most ( Charles Bridge ). Construction of Prague’s most famous medieval bridge started in 1357 under King Charles IV. The bridge connects the Lesser Town with the Old Town. From the Charles Bridge you have a great view of the Hradčany (Castle District) with Prague Castle towering above the city of Prague. Back in 870 constructions of the first buildings began, many buildings were added during the centuries.

Day 4 – Prague

You may want to start this day by joining a free English-speaking 3 hours walking tour of the “Golden City” (information on how to reserve this tour will be provided). In afternoon to take a closer look into those sights which are most interesting to you. Maybe you would like to cross the Charles Bridge again and take a closer look into Prague Castle? You will pass the Lesser Quarter (Malá Strana, “little quarter”) which is one of the most historic parts of town. Of course you have to try some culinary delights of Prague as well as a Pilsner Beer !

  Day 5 – Vienna

After breakfast you will take the high-speed “Rail-Jet” train to continue your Europe Rail Circle tour by traveling from Prague to Vienna, Austria´s Capital city. Travel time is about four hours. The price of your Europe tour package already includes the 48 hour Vienna Card . With this card you enjoy more than 200 discounts in Vienna , at museums and sights, theaters and concerts, in shops, cafes, restaurants and also the “Heurige” wine taverns. But most importantly with this card you also enjoy unlimited free public transportation within Vienna. Even though your hotel is located in the City Center it is great to have the option to take the subway, a street-car or a public bus. On your first day in Vienna you may want to visit the Imperial Palace , for example, the “Hofburg Vienna”, the center of the former Habsburg Empire .  The Palace was Sisi´s Imperial home and household, and the Imperial Apartments, the Sisi Museum and the Silver Collection can be visited here. At the Vienna Hofburg you also find the Spanish Riding School where you may want to watch a performance or join a practice session and also the Old Town Hall which is close by. In immediate walking distance of the Hofburg you will find the State Opera House , definitely one of the world’s most famous Opera Houses where the Vienna Opera Ball takes place every year. St. Stephen’s Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Vienna and it is a “must see” as well as smaller churches like the “Universitatskirche” ( Jesuits Church ) and the “Peterskirche” ( St. Peter’s Church ).

Schoenbrunn Palace ©Österreich Werbung, Horvath and Church of Mariahilf Vienna © Österreich Werbung

Day 6 – Vienna

Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Vienna with your 48 hour Vienna Card . Maybe you want to visit the “ Ringstrasse ”, a circular road around the inner city districts of Vienna. In the 19th century the road was replacing the Old City Wall which had been built in the 13th century.  Many of the buildings you find along this road, the Austrian Parliament Building or the University of Vienna the for example, were built around the 1850´s. You may want to visit Schonbrunn Palace and its beautiful Garden. Your Vienna Card covers the fare to get there; the subway station “Schonbrunn” (subway line U4) is very close to the entrance of Schonbrunn Palace, once the summer residence of the Habsburg family and home of Maria Theresa. The Rococo palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural and historical monuments in Austria and nowadays is one of the most visited sights in Vienna. It all started with the building of a mansion on hunting grounds in 1548 just outside of Vienna. The impressive Palace in its present form (it has 1,441 rooms !) was built and remodeled around the 1750s by Maria Theresa. Make sure to plan in some time for a visit of Schonbrunn Garden . There you also find the Neptune Fountain and Gloriette , which was designed to symbolize the glory of the Habsburg power.

Day 7 – Munich

Along your Central Europe Rail tour on board of the high-speed “Rail Jet” (RJ) you will travel back into Germany today; it takes about 1:40 hours from Salzburg to Munich Central Station. Your hotel is located in short walking distance from the station. The price of your tour already includes admission to many sights in Munich ( Munich Residence and Residence Museum, Treasury, Cuvilliés-Theatr e, Hall of Fame and Statue of Bavaria, Nymphenburg Palace and Park, Marstallmuseum, Museum of Nymphenburg Porcelain) and with your tour package you will also receive walking suggestions for a self-guided  walking tour through Munich City Center. Along this walking tour you will visit the Marienplatz with the New Town Hall (with the “ Glockenspiel ”), the Konigsplatz (King´s Square), cultural center in the 19th century and later, during the “Third Reich”, site of Nazi Party mass rallies and location of the Nazi Party headquarters in Germany, the English Garden as well as the the State Opera House . You will be able to visit famous churches like Munich Frauenkirche , “Dom zu Unserer Lieben Frau (Cathedral of Our Dear Lady), with a height of 325 ft. a Munich landmark, St. Peters Church , built in the 14th century and the Asam Church , which was built as a private chapel and integrated into an apartment building. The tour will pass by the most famous Munich shopping streets (Kaufinger street and Neuhauser street) as well as by the “ Viktualienmarkt ”, a traditional farmers market (open every day except on Sundays). The tour will take you by the famous “Alois Dallmayr ” luxury delicatessen and coffee store as well as to the Hofbrauhaus of course, probably the world’s most popular beer hall. This may be a great place to enjoy a hearty dinner and a fresh Mass of beer (one mug holds 33.8 US fl oz)!

Munich around Marienplatz and Hofbrauhaus © Thomas H. Giesick

DAY 8 MUNICH

After breakfast you may want to join a free 3 hour English-speaking walking tour of Munich. The tour starts at the Marienplatz (Mary’s square) and will take you through the medieval heart of Munich.

After the tour you have additional time to take a close look at the sights in Munich you are most interested in. If you are interested in the infamous part of German history you may want to visit  KZ Dachau which was the first Concentration Camp of Nazi Germany , soon erected after Hitler came into power in 1933. Dachau is located just outside of Munich and if you are interested to visit the memorial site please let us know so we can add a day pass to get there. The admission to the Memorial Site itself is free. Including the travel time from/to Munich Central Station you need about  4-5 hours for a visit. For more detailed information you may also want to look at our Blog “ Dachau memorial site – daytrip by rail from Munich ”.

Linderhof Palace Ettal © Softeis and Neuschwanstein Castle Oberammergau ©Cezary Piwowarsk

Day 9 – Escorted Coach Tour to the Royal Castles

Another highlight of your Europe Rail tour will be a visit of the world famous Neuschwanstein Castle . You will be on an all-day escorted coach tour which will first take you to Oberammergau for a photo stop (you may want take a look at the Festival Hall where the Passion Play takes place every ten years.) The coach will then take you to Linderhof Palace , the Royal Villa of King Ludwig II. The Palace and Park were inspired by Versailles and the rooms are beautifully decorated and furnished. After a short drive through Austria and back into Germany you will get to Neuschwanstein Castle. The picture of Neuschwanstein is probably present in everybody’s mind and Neuschwanstein really seems to be taken out of a fairy tale. You will join an English-speaking guided tour through the Castle. The tour of the interior, the Throne Hall , the Hall of the Singers , the Grotto and all of the private rooms which were built for King Ludwig II, will make the picture perfect! After the tour of the inside make sure to take some time to explore the castle grounds. The view of Neuschwanstein from the bridge behind the castle is like no other! Your luxury coach will take you back to Munich where you will arrive in time for dinner.

Day 10 – Munich Int. Airport

Today your tour ends after breakfast. Depending on the departure time of your flight from Munich International Airport take the train to Munich International Airport at your convenience. As an option you may also consider to  extend your stay in Munich and/or  return to Berlin by high-speed train (in case it is less expensive to fly in and out one city for example). We will be happy to arrange those options for you. Please note that this tour can also be booked vice versa, from Munich Int. Airport to Berlin Tegel Int. Airport!

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CUSTOMIZED TOUR  Dear Michaela, Just a short note to thank you for all the organizing you did for our trip through Eastern Europe. Here is a little feedback. All the trains we caught were comfortable, clean and a pleasant way to travel. We arrived in Dresden and the hotel Pullman Newa was comfortable and close to the station. Walking to the old town was easy and straightforward. The hotel room was comfortable and breakfast was good. The only strange thing was that there was no free wifi available for guests. We arrived in Prague and walked to the Liberty Hotel. So you can advise your clients that walking in itself wasn’t a problem but the cobbled streets made pulling suitcases rather difficult. We caught a taxi back to the station after our stay there. The hotel was a lovely choice and it was close to the old town and many of the attractions. The Royal Park Hotel in Budapest is close to the station. We enjoyed the attractions in Budapest and used the “Hop on Hop off” buses. We arrived in Vienna and found the hotel easily. This was a lovely hotel too. The fact that they “produce “all their own power is amazing. The staff was friendly and helpful. The underground railway system was easy to use and it made getting around very easy. Innsbruck was magnificent and the hotel was lovely and once we had a local map we found it easy to get our bearings. It snowed while we were leaving Innsbruck in the train. Exciting for us coastal dwellers! The trip was lovely. The organization was superb – everything we asked for. We will recommend you and your company to anyone here who needs information and assistance with organizing a holiday in Europe. Thank you once again and please thank Thomas too for all the help you both gave us. Kind regards, – Mario and Ilona B., South Africa  View more

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We worked collaboratively with Thomas and his teach to design a tour for our areas of interest.Considering the duration and extent, everything went like clockwork and we were at our destinations on time. Thomas also provided valuable insights on places to see and routes to follow. The service of the team is meticulous with all the needed information for those not familiar with traveling in Europe.With the climate changes and the schedules to juggle everything went smoothly as planned. Very knowledgeable and reliable. Looking forward to another trip.

Hi Thomas and the entire team, I big heartfelt thanks for meticulously planning and orchestrating a smooth and fabulous trip for me and my wife to Austria, Czech and Germany. Everything was planned to the tee. Right from pick up/ drop at the airport to hotel bookings, hand picked day trips, local sightseeing guidance, city transport and inter city rail reservations. We did not have to worry about anything, all were taken care of. We just enjoyed the fascinating and scenic beauty of vienna, prague, dresden, frankfurt, berlin, munich and Salzburg. All the hotels were of high standards and very centrally located, so that made our sight seeing even more comfortable. We had upgraded our train tickets to first class and that was worth it to the last dime. The highlight of the trip was day trip to Neuschwanstein castle in Munich and Salzburg sound of music tour. We managed to see snow as well on these trips. The weather was also fantastic overall. We would give a full 5 star rating for the services offered by To europe team and would strongly recommend anyone who would like to avail their services. We can help in guidance for a simila itinerary and vouch for the star rating as well. So to summarise To Europe services - 5 star our trip - fantabulous So whoever is planning such trips and wondering how to go about it, fret not and approach ToEurope!!

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These Trains Take You From Berlin to Prague Through Peaceful Countryside

I t’s easy to zoom around western Europe by train. The rail network covers just about every nook and cranny of this part of the world, making flying almost entirely irrelevant. You can get from London to Amsterdam , Paris to Zurich , Rome to Venice , Lisbon to Porto , and across the entire country of Ireland in a flash and for little money. And you can venture into Central and Eastern Europe just as easily, starting by getting from one must-see capital city, Berlin, Germany, into another, Prague, Czech Republic.

How long is the high-speed train from Berlin to Prague?

Are there direct trains from berlin to prague, is the train from berlin to prague scenic, how much does it cost to take the train from berlin to prague, are three days enough to see prague, is prague more expensive than berlin, can you do a day trip from berlin to prague, are trains in the czech republic good, where to stay in berlin and prague to be near the train stations.

Railjet trains, operated by ÖBB, the national Austrian rail operator, in collaboration with České dráhy, the national Czech railway company, are high-speed trains that run between Berlin and Prague. The journey takes around four hours and 15 minutes.

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The most frequent direct trains from Berlin to Prague are EuroCity (EC) trains operated by Deutsche Bahn, the national German railway company, and České dráhy, the Czech national railway. These trains run multiple times daily from around 6 AM to 5 PM and take between four hours and 35 minutes and four hours and 45 minutes to complete the journey.

You can also opt to take the less-frequent, high-speed Railjet train mentioned above.

Whatever you choose, the length of the journey remain the same (around 4.5 hours) and there’s no significant price difference. You can consult the schedule and prices for both options on Deutsche Bahn’s booking system .

The journey by train between Berlin and Prague is quite beautiful. To see the spectacular scenery, make sure you sit on the left-hand side of the train on the way from Germany to the Czech Republic, and on the right-hand side on the reserve route. The train runs along the Elbe and Vlatava rivers for long stretches of the journey, and go through green and peaceful countryside. Keep your eyes peeled for the pretty cities where the train stops along the way, including in Bad Schandau (in Germany), and Decin (in the Czech Republic).

The price of the journey by EuroCity or Railjet train from Berlin to Prague starts at $33.60 (29.90 €) for a Second-Class seat, the lowest level of flexibility, and no extras. The price increases by a minimum of $10.10 (9 €) if you opt for a First-Class ticket. If you want more flexibility, and if you wish to take advantage of some the perks offered, it’ll cost you between $3.40 (3 €) and upwards of $78.65 (70 €) more.

Some of perks offered with your booking include a City-Ticket, i.e. a free ride on public transport to and from the departing and arriving train stations; the possibility to pick whatever train on the schedule suits you best; and an assigned seat.

First Class on EuroCity and Railjet trains is usually more quiet than Second Class, and the seats are bigger, and provide more space for passengers with individual seats available.

No matter what class of service you opt for, both EuroCity and Railjet trains have air conditioning, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and restaurant cars. There’s also no luggage fee or restriction.

In three days, you’d get a good feel for the capital city of the Czech Republic, see the highlights, and even make a few unexpected discoveries. Start with the very scenic Charles Bridge over the Vlatava river and make your way east to Old Town where you’ll get to see the famous astronomical clock , the Church of Our Lady before Týn, and the Powder Gate Tower. For something a little different, pay the municipal library of Prague (also in Old Town) a quick visit and check out the dizzying art installation made of 8,000 books that’s been standing in the lobby since 1988. Of course, visitors cannot pass on a tour of Prague Castle located on the other side of the Vlatava river from Old Town. If you have time during your three-day stint, take a 20-minute walk south from Old Town to the New Town Hall where you can try out one of the most unique elevators in the world .

Based on the information from multiple sources (Cost of life, Expatistan, and Numbeo), the cost of living in Berlin is generally higher than that of Prague. That said, figures vary a lot from one source to another, making it quite difficult to pinpoint exactly how much more expensive Berlin is compared to Prague.

Prague is not day-trip material, especially if you’re coming from as far as Berlin. No matter how you choose to get to Prague from Berlin, it’ll take around half a day — Berlin a four-plus-hour train ride, or a five-plus-hour drive, from Prague. Instead of rushing, plan to spend three days in Prague to get a good feel for the city.

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There are several train operators in the Czech Republic, reliably covering most of the country and even going further to neighboring nations:

• České dráhy , the Czech railway company
• Leo Express

If you prefer staying in a short-term rental while in Berlin or Prague, consult Matador’s selection of the excellent Berlin Airbnbs and great Prague Airbnbs . If it’s a fancy hotel you’re after, check out Matador’s picks for the most luxurious historical hotels in Prague .

We hope you love the spaces and stays we recommend! Just so you know, Matador may collect a small commission from the links on this page if you decide to book a stay.

The best hotel near Berlin Hauptbahnhof: Hotel AMANO Grand Central

Just one minute on foot across the road from Berlin Hauptbahnhof, the city’s main train station from where the trains to Prague depart, is the Hotel AMANO Grand Central , a modern property of 250 rooms. The interior decor is extremely modern and minimalist, with vast expanses of glass, sharp angles, few colors, and no unnecessary knick-knacks. There is a restaurant on site, as well as a large and surprisingly colorful rooftop terrace with comfortable seating where you can sip a drink from the bar or just take in the views.

The best hotel near Praha hlavní nádraží: Falkensteiner Hotel Prague

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FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Explore Central Europe on this 11-day, tailor-made trip through Germany, Czechia, and Poland. Stay in first-class accommodations as you explore Berlin and the beautiful Sanssouci Palace, cruise the Vltava River in Prague, visit Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp near Krakow, and relax in the Polish capital Warsaw.

This 11-day Central European vacation takes you to Berlin, Prague, Krakow, and Warsaw to explore some of Central Europe’s most beloved cities. It features first-class accommodations, a mix of private, small group, and shared tours, and is great for first-time visitors.  

Your journey begins in Berlin, the German capital and one of Europe’s great  centres  of history and culture. A city circle tour and boat trip will get you up to speed on some of the city’s highlights, including Checkpoint Charlie, where diplomats would pass between East and West Berlin, the KaDeWe shopping  centre , and the  Judisches  Museum. You’ll also cruise along the River Spree to see the city from the water. While based in Berlin, you’ll also take a day to explore  nearbly  Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace. Meet your group at  Kurfurstendamm  and ride the bus to Potsdam, where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the city that’ll take you along the Dutch Quarter and the Russian colony of  Alexandrowka . You’ll also visit beautiful Sanssouci Palace to cap off the tour.  

Leave Berlin behind and connect to Prague, Czechia’s beautiful capital, which showcases  marvellous  medieval architecture. A three-hour night cruise along the Vltava River will show off many of the city’s historical monuments brilliantly lit up at night. The next day, enjoy a city tour that’ll take you through the Old Town to Prague Castle, the largest medieval castle in Europe, and across the Charles Bridge, the city’s most cherished landmark.

Cross the border into Poland and reach Krakow, the country’s medieval  centre  and most popular tourist site. H ead to nearby Oswiecim for a somber tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp, learning about the Holocaust and how this beautiful Polish town was transformed into one of the darkest places in human history. The next day, head on a city tour that will showcase Krakow, starting in the Market Square, which is one of Europe’s largest and home to the massive Cloth Hall and St. Mary’s Cathedral, which is decorated with startling  colours  on the inside. Continue up  Wawel  Hill to explore  Wawel  Castle, which overlooks the river and is the unofficial  centre  of the city.  

Finally, connect north to Warsaw, the Polish capital and a city rebuilt from the ashes of World War II. Get a taste for the city’s fascinating history on a private  city tour starting at the Palace of Culture and Science, a brutalist building leftover from the days of Soviet control. Continue to the Old Town, which was painstakingly rebuilt to capture its medieval past, and finally to the Royal Castle, where the former kings of Poland used to govern the nation.  

At the end of your stay, connect to the airport to return home.  

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Private transfer - berlin airport to berlin hotels, arcotel john f.

Right in the heart of the capital city, located at its trendy cultural district of "Berlin-Mitte", welcomes you the design hotel ARCOTEL John F Berlin - an ideal starting point for city and business trips. This 4 star hotel is centrally located between the famous Museumsinsel and Gendarmenmarkt, directly at the "Quartier am Auswartigen Amt", with walking distance to the famous Friedrichstrasse and the "Unter den Linden" boulevard.

Right in the heart of the capital city, located at its trendy cultural district of "Berlin-Mitte", welcomes you the design hotel ARCOTEL John F Berlin - an ideal starting point for city and business trips. This 4 star hotel is centrally located between the famous …

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Berlin City Circle Tour and Boat Trip Hop-On Hop-Off

The ever-popular Berlin Hop-on, Hop-off tour allows you to see the sites of this wonderful city at your own pace and create your perfect Berlin sightseeing itinerary with the choice of 2 different routes. Hop off at one of the stops and explore the area at your leisure then hop back on and be taken to the next famous landmark. Learn about the cities turbulent history at the Judisches Museum and Checkpoint Charlie or perhaps discover the buzzing art scene that rivals London and Paris at Kulturforum where galleries and museums are in abundance. For shopping explore one of Europe's largest shopping centers KaDeWe or the numerous markets such as Flohmarket. The Hop-on Hop-off bus assures you don't miss a thing. If you want to take in as much of the Berlin city as possible in just a day, then this Hop On Hop Off ticket is the perfect option. You can also see Berlin from a different perspective with a cruise on the River Spree.

Sanssouci Palace and Park Tour in Potsdam (ex. Berlin)

On your beautiful tour of Sanssouci, stroll past the grand buildings that were once the center point of Prussia's imperial grandeur. Take in the stunning gardens of Friedrich II's legendary Sanssouci Palace, and experience a true piece of history. After meeting at Kurfurstendamm, take a short bus ride and arrive in Potsdam for a guided tour of the city. Your guide will show you all of the city's best sights, and they're sure to tell you a fascinating story or two. Stroll through the Dutch Quarter to admire its magnificent buildings and admire the Russian colony of Alexandrovka along the way. The highlight of this tour is, of course, the visit to Sanssouci Palace. A walk through its beautiful park grounds, passing by magnificent Chinese teahouse or the New Palace, are sure to inspire.

Berlin Hotel to Train Station - Night surcharge (10:00PM - 6:00AM)

Prague hlavni nadrazi train station to prague hotels.

Hotel Rott is situated in the very heart of Prague, just a few steps from the Old Town Square, the main historical point of the city. All essential sights and monuments are within a walking distance of the hotel: Wenceslas Square, Charles Bridge, Jewish town, Prague Castle with adjoining gardens and palaces of the Little Quarter. Hotel's location is convenient also for shopping: there are numerous large shops and shopping malls within an easy and short reach of the hotel.

Hotel Rott is situated in the very heart of Prague, just a few steps from the Old Town Square, the main historical point of the city. All essential sights and monuments are within a walking distance of the hotel: Wenceslas Square, Charles Bridge, Jewish town, …

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Prague by Night Cruise

A bus will take you from the Powder Tower to the Vltava River where a boat awaits you. You will receive a welcome aperitif, and then enjoy a buffet dinner on board. The cruise is three hours along the Vltava, offering fantastic views of the river, lined by well-lit historic monuments. Vltava River is the longest in the Czech Republic, flowing 270 miles (435km). Both sides of the Prague, which is Vltava cutting through, are connected with 20 bridges. From the cruise a bus ride will take you past a final few romantic sites in Prague before your tour ends in Republic Square.

Prague Unlimited

This is a combined, comprehensive city tour of Prague. You will see our capital city from many perspectives. We will start our walk tour at the Old Town, which includes a unique Jewish part. Then we expect a 20 minutes minibus tour through the downtown to the Prague Castle, followed by a walking tour and a short break for lunch. The walk tour continues along Nerudova Street, through the Lesser Town to the Charles Bridge, where we can enjoy a short Vltava river cruise on a boat. After the boat cruise we will cross the Charles Bridge and will go back to the Old Town where the tour will finish.

Prague Hotels to Prague Hlavni Nadrazi Train Station

Krakow train station to krakow hotel, queen boutique hotel.

The Queen Boutique Hotel is a unique place where tradition meets modern, in the heart of Krakow. The hotel has stylish, yet comfortable interiors for guests. The hotel offers 30 elegant and spacious rooms that have been designed for comfort, rest and relaxation.

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Tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp

Krakow is a beautiful city with a population that is characterized by its youth and dynamism, looking back on an illustrious past as a cultural center, bringing back its rich and artful facades that have recovered their pastel shades. Nevertheless, for those that choose to make the journey, the proximity of Auschwitz-Birkenau, 75 km away, is not only a stark reminder of horrific events in the recent past but also adds a profound sense of a raw and terrifying history that is difficult to confront emotionally or intellectually. On this privately guided tour, the struggle many travelers have with the question as to whether it is right to visit may not be fully answered to everyone's satisfaction. The, perhaps, most important point to remember is that those who survived the camps or saw family, friends or neighbors perish, were unwavering in their determination to ensure that Auschwitz should be preserved as a memorial for future generations. Many of the images will be haunting and, yes, nobody returns from this tour unaffected. It is, however, also true that the majority do not regret having done it. The area is well preserved and houses the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, originally constructed in the suburbs of the Polish city of Oswiecim, later renamed to Auschwitz. The first and oldest part of the camp became known as Auschwitz I, established on the grounds of prewar Polish barracks, where the number of prisoners fluctuated between 15,000 and 20,000. The second installation was the Birkenau camp, also known as Auschwitz II, the largest part of the Auschwitz complex, where over 90,000 prisoners were held in 1944. Your tour includes a visit to the brick-mortar barracks in Auschwitz I, and the extensive area of the large wooden buildings of the extermination camp at Auschwitz II - Birkenau. Please note that your driver-guide will only provide the private return transfers, and explanations about the history prior to entering the site. Due to local regulations, once inside Auschwitz -Birkenau, you will be joining a shared group tour led by an officially licensed local guide. This tour is not suitable for children under 14.

City Tour with Wawel Castle

Poland's former capital is, beyond question, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. On this privately guided tour, you'll experience many of its highlights after meeting your guide in the lobby of your hotel. A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1978, it is often compared to other medieval Central European cities but has always had a flair uniquely its own, combining a little bit of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles. While avoiding the almost total destruction of Warsaw, it still suffered greatly during WWII and the post-war communist regime tried its best to eradicate the soul of the city which they considered middle-class and a hotbed for intellectuals. In the end, communist neglect protected it from modernity, allowing a revitalization effort which created a young city that regained its vibrant colors. Today's Krakowians are proud of their city, its heritage as well as its intellectual and artistic life, cultivating a wonderful nonchalance that some compare to an almost Viennese spirit. On this half-day excursion, you'll start at the Market Square, one of the biggest in Europe, and a reminder of the power and wealth of medieval Krakow. With houses displaying Renaissance and Baroque facades, the famous Cloth Hall and oodles of pavement cafes, the Rynek, as it is known, is one of the most beautiful squares in Europe. Close by, it's the towering edifice of St. Mary's Cathedral - originally built in the early 13th Century - that awaits your visit. The exterior is impressive for sure, but the interior is, possibly, the most amazing you have ever seen. Virtually every square inch is ornately decorated, painted, carved, frescoed, or otherwise covered in the most fabulous colors imaginable, the piece de resistance being the 15th-century altar. Krakow's multicultural heritage and huge student population make it a vibrant city all year round, its Jagiellonian University, a research institution founded in 1364 by Casimir III the Great, is the second oldest university in Central Europe, and one of the oldest surviving universities in the world.

On your way to reach Wawel Hill, you'll pass the Planty, a vast leafy promenade that surrounds the historic center on the site of the city's old ramparts. Crowned by its royal castle and cathedral, Wawel is the crucible of Polish identity and a place that is highly symbolic since it was used for the coronation of kings. Built on the remains of a 10th-century settlement it features magnificent Renaissance interior spaces together with the famous Wawel Tapestries, considered by art historians to be a priceless and unparalleled collection of woven artworks. An important part of the historic structure is the Cathedral and you'll have a chance to see the Royal Chambers, the underground necropolis with tombs and sarcophagi, as well as the famous bell tower. The Royal Sigismund Bell is the largest of the five bells hanging in the Wawel Cathedral, named after its patron, Sigismund I, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania, who commissioned it. It weighs 13 tons!

Finally, at the end of your tour, you'll come down to the Vistula River where you can admire the statue of a fearsome dragon from Polish folklore, not exactly well known around the world. Let your guide tell the story about Smok, the Wawel dragon.

Krakow Hotel to Krakow Train Station

Warsaw train station to warsaw hotel, mamaison hotel le regina warsaw.

Mamaison Hotel Le Regina Warsaw is a 5-star establishment, located in the heart of Warsaw's New City, a neighbourhood dating from the 15th century in Warsaw, just north of the beautiful Old Town. The newly-build boulevards along the Vistula River are just 800 ft from the hotel, while other landmarks such as the Presidential Palace, the University of Warsaw, as well as the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews are all within walking distance. It's a stylish boutique hotel housed inside Mokrowsky Palace, a building that itself is a popular city attraction. The property is a wonderful mix of historic building with airy and contemporary public spaces. All rooms are elegantly furnished, offering all modern amenities. A perfect place for travellers looking for luxury in the heart of the city.

Mamaison Hotel Le Regina Warsaw is a 5-star establishment, located in the heart of Warsaw's New City, a neighbourhood dating from the 15th century in Warsaw, just north of the beautiful Old Town. The newly-build boulevards along the Vistula River are just 800 ft from …

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City Tour with Royal Castle

Enjoy an enlightening, privately guided tour of Warsaw, Poland's capital and the country's commercial center. A city with a stormy history, it felt the touch of Napoleon who officially created the Duchy of Warsaw on his way to Moscow, lived through national uprisings and tsarist repressions, and barely survived the Second World War. All these events left their individual imprints on the city. This includes the towering Palace of Culture and Science, a Stalinist behemoth built by Soviet architect Lev Rudnev, and a stark reminder of Warsaw's days under communist rule. Today, it is occupied by rather more sociable institutions such as two museums, a university, four theatres, a multiplex cinema, and a swimming pool. The city's Old Town, dating back to the 13th century, was almost entirely destroyed during WWII but has been meticulously reconstructed and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Here, everywhere you go, are evocations of Warsaw's tempestuous past, as much as its reconstruction. Without abandoning its past, today's Old Town has also ushered in an exciting new era. It's a bustling hub with cobblestone alleys and medieval buildings, at the heart of which is the Old Town Market Place, a busy square lined with burgher houses, boutiques, bars, and upscale Polish eateries. Nearby, St. John's Arch cathedral dates to the 14th century and hosts all kinds of concerts during the summer while next to the manicured gardens of the Royal Castle, there are now many restored contemporary apartment buildings. The city's contemporary, creative and even quirky side has, quite naturally, led to the development of trendy neighborhoods, of which Praga, across from the historic center on the other side of the Vistula is, probably, the most popular. On a more curious note, outside some of downtown's subway stations and next to pedestrian crossings, street-sellers have established a thriving business selling, guess what, doughnuts. Your private guide can elaborate on many of the historical and current topics. One of the most fascinating stories is how Varsovians, the name for residents of Warsaw, reconstructed their city. Partially this was done based on cityscapes by the Venetian painter Bernardo Belloto, the nephew of the more famous Canaletto. Belloto had been appointed a court painter to the King of Poland and created very accurate scenes of Warsaw's buildings and squares in 1768. Since 1984 they have been exhibited in the Royal Castle's Canaletto room, which you will visit during your tour. During today's sightseeing, you'll also see the famous site of a row of buildings, cut in half by the war, near the former ghetto and the Presidential Palace where the Warsaw Pact was signed in 1955. The drive along the Royal Route culminates with a visit of the Royal Castle, once the residence of the Polish kings, seat of the Senate and the place where the Polish Constitution was signed.

Warsaw Hotel to Warsaw Airport

Other information, departures:, price includes:.

• Private arrival and departure airport transfers
• Private train station transfers
• 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Berlin
• 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Prague
• 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Krakow
• 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Warsaw
• Hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour pass and boat trip in Berlin
• Shared coach and walking tour of Sanssouci Palace and Park Tour in Potsdam  (max 50 guests)
• Admission ticket to an evening cruise in Prague (max 60 guests)
• Shared coach tour of Prague (max 50 guests)
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Are you wondering how to get from Berlin to Prague ? It’s pretty easy to add Prague to your trip before or after Berlin. In this post, I’ll show you options for taking the bus or train from Berlin to Prague and why flying to Prague from Berlin doesn’t really work.

Prague is a great city to add to your trip before or after visiting Berlin. The distance from Berlin to Prague is too far for a day trip from Berlin , but Prague is a wonderful city to visit for a few days for its own unique history and culture.

I’ve visited Prague several times during my years of living in Berlin, and getting there is simple. Keep reading for details on different options for getting to Prague from Berlin .

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After several trips to Prague from Berlin, here are a handful of resources and recommendations for your Prague trip.

• Where to stay: We recently stayed at Botanique Hotel Prague and had a great experience a little out from the historic center but with easy access to transport for sightseeing.
• Eating Prague Food Beer Tours : Food tours are one of the best ways to learn about a cuisine and culture, and we love Eating Europe’s food and beer tours in Prague.
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How to get to Prague from Berlin

Traveling from Berlin to Prague is easy when you know how to do it. I personally prefer the train option, but the bus could be a good option if you’re traveling on a budget . And while you can technically fly from Prague to Berlin or vice versa, I don’t think it’s a good choice for several reasons.

Let’s take a look at the different ways of traveling from Berlin to Prague.

What is the distance from Berlin to Prague?

The driving distance from Berlin to Prague is roughly 350km (217 miles) depending on exactly which route you take. This means it can take anywhere from four to five hours to drive depending on which route you choose, traffic conditions, and any road work that might be happening.

Driving could be an interesting option if you enjoy road trips, if you understand the road rules in Germany and Czech Republic, and if you want to make stops along the way.

If you’d like to rent a car, grab a quote from Discover Cars . Be sure to indicate that you’ll be driving in other countries besides Germany.

But keep in mind, parking isn’t easy in central Berlin or central Prague, and you have to understand driving laws in both countries. If you’d rather avoid the stress, traveling by train or bus can be faster and easier.

That’s why I have all the details you need for taking the bus or train from Berlin to Prague, and why it probably doesn’t make sense to fly to Prague from Berlin.

How to Get from Berlin to Prague by Train

Getting around in Germany using Deutsche Bahn is pretty simple, and getting from Berlin to Prague is no exception.

It’s also worth looking at the Czech Rail site, České dráhy , because sometimes tickets for the same train are cheaper there. I picked a random day about a week out from when I’m writing this, and there were a few trains that were cheaper on the Czech site, a few that were more expensive, and a few that were the same. So it’s worth looking at both to compare.

The high speed trains between Prague and Berlin take roughly 4 and a half hours with no changes. There’s usually a train roughly once every two hours.

You’ll see a few options on the Czech site that do have changes, and they usually have at least one leg with a regional (slower) train, so I don’t really think those options are worthwhile.

Most direct trains from Berlin to Prague have stops at a few different Berlin train stations , including Südkreuz, Berlin Hbf (central station), and Spandau. Look at where you’re staying to decide which station is best for you, but for most people Berlin Hbf is the most convenient, followed by Südkreuz.

Using high speed trains from Berlin to Prague

When using high speed trains, you are usually bound to the exact train you choose, so you can’t hop on any train on that route. So if you booked a train from Berlin to Prague for 11am, you must take the 11am train. (These are just example times, not indicative of any actual schedule.)

The exception is if you buy the more expensive Flexpreis (Flexible Fare) ticket that allows this. I generally don’t think it’s worth the extra expense, unless you absolutely need that flexibility.

High speed train numbers will start with ICE, IC, or EC. On the Berlin-Prague route, they are almost always run by the Czech rail company, so you’ll see EC with the train number.

>>Check prices and schedules on the Deutsche Bahn website in English .

Using regional trains from Berlin to Prague

Using regional trains to get to Prague from Berlin isn’t really a good idea. I’ve seen anywhere from 4 changes to 8 changes, and the journey time is anywhere from 7 to 10 hours.

And it doesn’t even save you any money. Even if you have a Deutschland ticket (Germany’s 49 euro ticket) that will only get you as far as the border, so you’d still have to buy train tickets from the border to Prague.

But in general, I think the distance from Berlin to Prague is too far for using the regional trains, especially since there’s often no cost savings. If you plan ahead, you can usually get a pretty good price on the EC train, and you’ll lose a lot less of your vacation time.

>>Read: Is Berlin Worth Visiting? 23 Reasons to Visit Berlin

Are there seat reservations on high speed trains to Prague from Berlin?

On high speed trains in Germany, your second class ticket does not come with a seat reservation. This means you can sit anywhere within second class that isn’t already reserved.

Seat reservations cost 4.90 euros, and it’s highly recommended that you reserve. At busy times, and on popular routes such as Berlin to Prague, the train could be rather full. I traveled this route recently, and there were quite a few people standing because they couldn’t find seats and hadn’t booked seat reservations.

Whether you book your tickets through Deutsche Bahn or through Czech Rail, you can reserve seats on the train from Berlin to Prague.

When I was on the train from Prague to Berlin recently, the digital signs above the seats that normally indicate whether or not a seat is reserved wasn’t showing anything when we boarded in Prague. This caused even more chaos for people who didn’t have seat reservations.

(The picture above is from a Deutsche Bahn train, but this is very similar to how you can see if seats are reserved on a Czech train…as long as the Czech rail people actually turn on their reservation indicators.)

Finally once we crossed the border into Germany, the reservation info appeared. So if you have seats and someone is sitting in your seat, simply tell them you’ve reserved those seats and they should move.

When buying a first class ticket, seat reservations are included as long as you select it at the time of booking.

Regional trains do not have seat reservations. But be aware that most regional trains in Germany do have a small 1st class section, and you can’t sit there on a 2nd class ticket.

How to buy a train ticket from Berlin to Prague

There are several ways to buy a train ticket to Prague from Berlin, and all are fairly simple. High speed trains are often cheaper if you book several weeks in advance, so planning ahead helps.

They have recently made it harder to buy tickets on the train, and in many cases it’s not even possible. You will get checked almost every time, so don’t get on a train without a ticket.

In person Deutsche Bahn has ticket offices in the train stations in Berlin, so you can buy a ticket in person. They won’t always speak English though, so this can be tricky.

If you decide to buy your ticket this way, I highly recommend going to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (central station) to buy your ticket. Here you’ll have a better chance of finding an employee who speaks at least some English.

If you’re coming from Prague to Berlin, you can also buy tickets at the Prague Main Station at a ticket office. Again, there might be a bit of a language barrier if you can’t find someone who speaks English.

At a machine There are ticket machines at both train stations, and they have a language option so you can switch it to English. The Deutsche Bahn ones are the same machines used at Sbahn stations in Berlin.

Simply follow the prompts to buy your ticket. Remember that times are often displayed in a 24 hour format, so 5pm would be 17:00, as an example.

Online Tickets can also be purchased on the Deutsche Bahn website or on the České dráhy website , which are both available in English. Once you’re done with your purchase, you’ll get an email with a PDF of your ticket which you can show on the train.

Deutsche Bahn app The Deutsche Bahn app is also available in English, and it’s easy to use. Once you’ve purchased your ticket, you’ll have it right there in your app. You can also purchase a ticket online and later easily add it to your app.

The Czech rail company also has an app, which is also available in English, but I haven’t used it. Reviews indicate it’s pretty good though.

Types of tickets

When buying tickets online, once you put in your start and end cities, date and time info, and number of people, you’ll get a list of routes for that day. Choose a time, and you’ll have different ticket options to choose from, as seen in the photo below.

In general, cheaper tickets have more restrictions. The Sparpreis tickets bind you to the exact train, while the Flexpreis tickets let you take any train on that route that day.

For more detailed info, jump over to my step-by-step instructions on how to book train tickets on Deutsche Bahn .

Can I go to Prague with 49 euro ticket?

The 49 euro ticket is officially called the Deutschland ticket. It is a subscription ticket that currently costs 49 euros per month. It’s valid on local German transport and regional trains.

However, it is NOT valid on high speed trains or trains from other countries. High speed trains have numbers that start with ICE, IC, or EC, to name a few. So the normal trains that go from Berlin to Prague will require a standard ticket.

The only way you could do it is to use regional trains in Germany to get to the Czech border, and then book a Czech train from there. But this would take 3-4 hours just to reach the border, plus the time to get from the border to Prague. I don’t recommend doing this.

Are there other companies that run trains to Prague from Berlin?

The Czech rail company also sells tickets from Berlin to Prague. They are usually the ones operating the trains on that route, so you can buy from either company.

Sometimes the Czech site is cheaper, but sometimes Deutsche Bahn is cheaper. It’s always worth looking at both to compare, even if you have to convert Czech currency to euros to see the price difference.

How to Get from Berlin to Prague by Bus

If you’re traveling on a budget, FlixBus is another great option.

They have several buses that leave Berlin early morning, mid afternoon, and in the evening. Some of the evening buses go overnight to Prague from Berlin, arriving at painfully early times in the morning.

The bus journey from Berlin to Prague takes anywhere from 4 to 5 hours, without traffic problems. Most options don’t involve switching buses on the Berlin Prague route, although there are a few that have switches in Dresden. This makes your travel time longer and in most cases doesn’t even save money, so I don’t see any advantage in taking one of these over the direct routes.

Berlin has bus services from several stations, though not all stations are on every route. The buses to Prague from Berlin mostly leave from the central bus station, though sometimes there are options from other Berlin bus stations, such as Südkreuz, or the airport.

The central bus station, called Berlin ZOB, is located in the western side of Berlin, quite far from the center. Give yourself plenty of time to get there. If possible, I’d choose one of the other stations to start from, such as Südkreuz.

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FlixBus is a comfortable option that will most likely save you money, and it’s roughly the same amount of time, sometimes an extra half hour, for getting from Berlin to Prague.

Always compare Flixbus with Deutsche Bahn and the Czech rail company to determine which price and time combo works best for you.

I’ve taken FlixBus more times than I can count, both in Germany and in other parts of Europe. Their buses are comfortable and safe, and I would highly recommend them if you’re trying to save a few bucks.

The buses do have a bathroom, though I can’t vouch for their cleanliness because I do whatever I can to avoid going to the bathroom on moving vehicles.

Are there seat reservations on FlixBus?

FlixBus does have an option to reserve a seat. This is good for people who want to make sure they’re seated with their family or friends, or if you are particular about where you sit.

But buying a ticket guarantees you a seat, so you don’t have to reserve a specific seat if it’s not important to you. Standing is not allowed on long distance buses.

Prices for seat reservations vary depending on the type of seat the route. They range from 1.50 to 5 euros.

How to buy a bus ticket to Prague from Berlin

There are a few different ways to book a bus ticket to Prague from Berlin.

In person Technically you can buy a FlixBus ticket from the ticket office at the ZOB (central bus station) but I wouldn’t recommend it.

I’ve been over there to catch a bus several times and almost every time I’ve noticed that the office was closed. Even if they were just closed for a short break, this feels too stressful when there are easier ways to book a ticket.

There are multiple travel agents around the city that can book you a FlixBus ticket, but finding them is even more of a hassle.

Online The FlixBus website is an easy way to book tickets. It’s available in multiple languages.

You can search your route, and it’ll show you all starting and ending points. So if you want to travel from Berlin to Prague, you can see which stations the bus leaves from and buy based on that.

Once you’ve purchased your ticket, you’ll get an email with a PDF that you can show the bus driver when boarding the bus.

FlixBus app The FlixBus app is also easy to use to search for routes and buy tickets. It’s available in multiple languages.

Are there other companies that run buses from Berlin to Prague?

Other bus companies operate routes in Germany, but they are not as widespread as FlixBus. I have not seen any others running on the Berlin to Prague route.

Flights from Berlin to Prague, Czech Republic

In general, I don’t recommend flying to Prague from Berlin, unless you’re connecting to another flight from the Prague Airport. Sure, the flight time makes it look faster than traveling by train, but there are so many other factors.

Remember the time it takes to fly from Berlin to Prague doesn’t include getting to the Berlin Airport , being at the airport 1-2 hours ahead of time, waiting for checked luggage once you arrive, and then getting from Prague Airport into the city.

Plus – and this is a big one – I can’t even find any direct flights between Prague and Berlin. They all have a layover somewhere, making the journey take even longer. The shortest I can find is a little over three hours, which ends up as roughly two 1 hour flights with a 1 hour layover.

Once you factor in all of that time, you’re looking at more time than it would take to travel by train or bus to Prague from Berlin. And while prices for flights can vary greatly, they it will usually be more expensive to fly.

Flight time Berlin to Prague

Since I can’t find any direct flights, the best option I can find from Berlin to Prague is a little over 3 hours with one layover. Most flight options are even longer. Layover cities include Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, London, and more.

It’s because of this that I think flying from Prague to Berlin or vice versa isn’t a good option.

What’s the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Prague?

Ticket prices fluctuate for both the train and the bus to Prague from Berlin, but both are affordable.

Taking FlixBus will usually be cheaper than Deutsche Bahn or Czech rail. While writing this post, I searched for trains and buses roughly a month out, and the FlixBus options were 20-40 euros, while Deutsche Bahn was 40-90 euros, and Czech rail was 25-54.

It’s worth noting that when I compared prices using a date a week out, the two rail companies were much closer in price, with some routes showing the same price. FlixBus was only a little higher at one week vs one month out. Planning ahead will almost always save you money, no matter which company you use or whether you choose to travel by bus or by train.

Both the train and the bus are comfortable, but I’d have to give a little more credit to the train for comfort.

The travel time is roughly the same whether you choose the bus or the train. You’ll see a difference of up to 30 minutes one way or the other, so it’s not huge.

Either mode of transportation could have delays, but the train won’t have traffic problems like the bus could encounter. Both are good options for getting from Berlin to Prague.

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Take an adventure of a life time journeying through four of Europe`s beloved cities. Start in Berlin (a cultural powerhouse in east Germany (despite its gloomy communist era past it is leading the world in theater, art and music) then hop a train to Prague (a city in Czech Republic with a Thousand Spires reflecting centuries of religious control dominating the skyline) then take another train to Vienna (city of music and waltzes, churches and Baroque palaces in Austria ) and then take one last train to Budapest (Two cities in one located in Hungary , Buda and Pest, connected by the Szechenyi Chain Bridge). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

Germany 's landscape is straight from the Fairy tales: castles, deep dark forests and mythical rivers. The German landscapes are extraordinarily diverse, with graceful big-city appeal, small picture-postcard towns, pagan-inspired harvest festivals, a wealth of art and culture, and the perennial pleasures of huge tracts of forest, delightful castles and fine wine and beer. From Charlemagne and the Holy Roman Empire to the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall, no other nation has molded Europe the way Germany has - for better or worse.

Austria is epitomized by green glacial valleys and snow-capped peaks - and the wooden picture postcard chalets. Nonetheless, visitors have much to explore from the stylish capital, Vienna, to the baroque splendor of Salzburg. Austria's mountain landscape is undoubtedly its biggest draw for tourists. Although a year-round destination, there is a definite seasonal split in visitors. Summer is best for exploring the countryside on the many mountain trails that snake through the Austrian Alps and the lowlands, while the ski season kicks off in December, attracting winter sports fans from all over the world.

Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is perhaps best-known for its beautiful capital, Prague, although it is known for much more, such as its numerous castles and châteaux (over 1,200 of them!). It is also well-known for having some of the most delicious food and drink in Europe, in particular its wines and famed Pilsner-style beer. The Czech Republic has and had a very long Jewish tradition, which is triumphantly on display after the horrors and loss of World War II in such places as the Great Synagogue in Plzen, the third-largest in the world. Finally, the Czech Republic is well-known for its museums, educating visitors on everything from history and art to folk arts and crafts and even life in the former Communist Czechoslovakia.

Perhaps the first thing you think of when you think of Hungary is its delicious cuisine; after all, it is the country that gave us goulash and fisherman`s soup. It is also known the world over for its 1,000-year historical tradition which bred strong folk traditions. Hungary is also known for its spring and summer festivals, its thermal spas, stunning and varied architectural styles befitting `the crossroads of Europe`, and some of the most gorgeous scenery you will find on the continent. Be sure to visit the charming capital of Budapest, split by the Danube, and then travel further afield to Transdanubia and the Great Hungarian Plain.

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The German capital holds a world cultural record with three opera houses, two concert halls and eight symphony orchestras. This is the heart of Germany, with a stoic beat that echoes through grand public buildings, glorious museums and theatres, urbane restaurants, bustling pubs and raucous nightclubs. Today, structures of steel and glass tower over streets, and parks and gardens are again lush. With its field of new skyscrapers and hip clubs and fashion boutiques, post millennium Berlin has recast itself as the Continent's capital of cool. Visit Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island, Berlin TV Tower, Holocaust Memorial, Berlin Wall Memorial, Check Point Charlie and so much more!

Rows of steeples stacked on onion domes pierce the sky, earning Prague the name 'The City of a Thousand Spires'. Prague has stood the test of time: 1,000 years of art and architecture have collided with power politics and religious conflicts. New shops and restaurants have opened, expanding the city's culinary reach far beyond tradition. The arts and theater are thriving in the 'new' Prague. The arts of the new era possess a distinctive Czech flavor. All of this frenetic activity plays well against a stunning backdrop of towering churches and centuries-old bridges and alleyways. Explore Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock, Wenceslas Square, the Jewish Quarter and so much more!

City of music, cafes, waltzes, parks, pastries, and wine - that`s Vienna in a nutshell. Vienna doesn`t hurry, and, as you saunter through its stately streets, marveling at its Baroque palaces, neither should you. Explore churches filled with statues of golden saints and pink-cheeked cherubs, wander through treasure-packed museums, or while away an afternoon in one of those countless meccas of mocha (the inevitable cafés), you will feel lapped in lashings of rich, delicious, whipped cream - the beloved Schlagobers that garnishes most Viennese pastries. Explore The Hofburg Palace, Schonbrunn Palace, Staatsoper, Kunsthistorisches Museum, the MuseumsQuartier Complex, St. Stephan's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, The Ringstrasse, Parlament, The Prater and so much more!

Two cities in one! Buda on a hill, historical part of the city and Pest on a plain its shops and boulevards both separated by the Danube flowing between them and connected by magnificent bridges. Budapest looks its most beautiful at dawn, yet it is also spectacularly appealing at night. With a unique, youthful atmosphere, a world-class classical music scene as well as a pulsating night life and an exceptionally rich offering of natural thermal baths, Budapest is one of Europe`s most delightful and enjoyable cities. This is a vibrant city: it throbs with life morning, noon and night; a remarkable and wholly unpretentious place. Visit and explore the Buda Hill and the Castle District, Parliament, the Chain Bridge, Heroes' Square, St. Stephen's Basilica, the Opera House, Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion, Gellert Hill, the thermal baths and so much more.

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A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Berlin vs. Prague for Attractions, Nightlife, Music, and Couples

• Pros & Cons
• Attractions
• Backpackers
• Public Transit
• Walkability
• More time in Berlin or Prague?
• Which is Cheaper, Berlin or Prague? (Travel Cost Comparison)

Which is Bigger, Berlin or Prague?

• When to Visit Berlin or Prague?

Should you visit Berlin or Prague?

Which is cheaper to visit which is more expensive for vacation.

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Prague, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Berlin is a diverse, historic, and cultural city. With plenty of activities and things to do, it's a huge city that draws plenty of visitors. And you can't forget about the live music, food, and shopping.

Prague is a fun-filled, cultural, and historical city. Travelers will also find plenty of sights and attractions here, as it's a big city that attracts lots of visitors. Many visitors also come because of it's amazing beauty. Visitors also love the museums, nightlife, and live music.

Berlin and Prague: Pros and Cons

• Popular museums and historical sights
• Popular for food and cuisine
• Active nightlife
• Good music scene
• Family-friendly
• Good for backpackers and budget travelers
• Big city activities
• Less popular with couples
• Less walkable
• Scenic old town
• Good for couples and romance
• Very walkable
• Impressive beauty
• Less popular for food

Is there more to do in Berlin or Prague?

Both Prague and Berlin have plenty of things to do for travelers. Both provide a wide variety of sights and activities for tourists. Berlin is better known for its food, shopping, and big city activities, while Prague is more popular for its historical sights and impressive beauty. Prague is more touristy than Berlin and is popular for its world-famous old town, local beer, wild nightlife, historic landmarks, and the Charles Bridge. Berlin is well known for its art scene, cultural activities, and war torn history.

How is Berlin different from Prague?

Which is better for a holiday.

Let's take a look at the differences and similarities between Prague and Berlin. Then, you can decide for yourself which place is better for your next trip.

Are the Museums and Historical Sights Better in Berlin or Prague?

Visiting museums and landmarks is a fun activity in both Berlin and Prague.

The museums and tourist attractions in Berlin are world-renowned. Famous landmarks include the rebuilt Reichstag, the Berlin Wall Memorial, and Berliner Fernsehturm. Many of the city's oldest and most famous museums are found on Museum Island, where you'll find the Pergamon Museum, the James Simon Gallery, the Altes Museum, and the Neues Museum, among others.

You'll find many recognizable landmarks that put Prague on the map. Most of the city's historic sights are found in the Old Town. Famous landmarks include the Charles Bridge, the Prague Castle, and the National Museum.

Is the Food Better in Berlin or Prague? Which Destination has the Best Restaurants?

Berlin is a well-known place for its local cuisine and restaurants. However, Prague is not a good city for its restaurants.

Eating is part of the travel experience when you visit Berlin . There's a great international food scene, but also all of the traditional favorites like currywurst, spätzle, and schnitzel. You'll find many diverse food halls, street markets, and local restaurants, as well as a large selection of traditional German restaurants that cater to the tourists.

Prague may not make the list for most foodies, but you'll find what you need while you're in town. The meals are hearty and filling. There's lots of stew and dumplings that make for a soothing meal on a cold winter day. Goulash is a favorite dish at most of the traditional restaurants around town.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Nightlife?

If the nightlife is your priority, you'll find world-class options in both Berlin and Prague.

The nightlife in Berlin is well established with world renowned clubs and venues. The nightlife scene here is legendary. There are club nights that last for days, bars and parties that appeal to every personality, and a diversity of venues that you can choose from. You'll find the classic techno warehouses, but there are also modern dance clubs, bunker parties, and raves.

Prague is a world class party destination. The city has long been famous as a beer drinking capital, and although prices are higher than they once were, the fun is the same. The nightlife vibe is great any night of the week, but weekends tend to be the most active.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Music?

Berlin and Prague are both destinations where visitors can find world-class live music.

With so many music venues, you're guaranteed a show any night of the week in Berlin. From the raves to the techno parties, there is a hugely diverse music scene in the city. It is so much more than the stereotypical punk and techno music that Berlin is known for. Rock, pop, and other genres are popular as well.

In Prague you'll find nightly musicians performing at a variety of venues. The city has a long history of classical music, but rock, pop, and almost any other genre is popular here as well.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for its Old Town?

Prague is an unbeatable place for its old town. However, Berlin does not have a historic old town.

With a famous historical old-town, Prague offers plenty to see. Based around Old Town Square, this city has one of the most impressive old towns in the world.

Berlin does not have a historic old town.

Is the Shopping Better in Berlin or Prague?

Berlin is an unbeatable place for its shopping opportunities. Also, Prague is not as famous, but is still a good city to visit for its shopping areas.

The abundance of shops in Berlin make it a world-class shopping destination. Bookshops, flea markets, luxury boutiques and artisan shops all make up the shopping scene in the city. Kurfürstendamm is one of the most famous shopping districts in the city.

Many visitors explore the shopping areas in Prague. There are many brand name stores in New Town, particularly around Wenceslas Square. In Old Town, Czech porcelain and Bohemia Crystal are popular things to buy.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Families?

Berlin and Prague are both great destinations for the whole family.

Because of its large number of kid-friendly activities, Berlin is very family-friendly. The city has a number of great kid-friendly museums such as the Museum of Natural History and the Computer Games Museum. There's also Legoland, an impressive aquarium, and lots of parks and playgrounds to explore.

Prague is known to be a very family-friendly place to visit. The city has a fun energy that appeals to adults and kids alike. Make sure you check out the Astronomical Clock and tour the famous Prague Castle. You'll also find the best playgrounds in town around Slavonic Island.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Couples?

Prague is an unbeatable place for its romantic activities. Also, Berlin is not as popular, but is still a nice city for couples.

Prague has so much to offer for a romantic couple's vacation. Whether you're enjoy beautiful architecture, historical buildings, or a night out drinking, this city makes a great stop for a couple's vacation.

Berlin is a good city for couples to visit. Romantic activities in the city include wandering through Schloss Charlottenburg gardens and learning to dance at Clärchen’s Ballhaus. For couples who enjoy a night out on the town, there are many great restaurants and nightclubs that you can check out.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Backpackers and Budget Travelers?

For backpackers, both Berlin and Prague are world-class places to visit.

With so many budget-friendly offerings, Berlin is extremely popular for backpackers. The city has no shortage of hostels to choose from, many of which organize activities and tours that guests can enjoy.

Prague is a very popular city to visit for backpackers. It has its share of fun hostels that often have a social vibe that can't beat. The city is also a fun and affordable place to explore.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Students?

For students, both Berlin and Prague are world-class places to visit.

Berlin is a great destination for students. With it's rich culture and eclectic creative side, this city appeals to many international students. There's also a great social scene that is perfect for university students.

Prague is a very popular city for students. If you're studying abroad and want a cultural city with a young and fun vibe, the this is among the best.

Is Berlin or Prague Better for Public Transit? Which Is Easier to Get Around Without a Car?

Berlin and Prague both offer world-class public transit to get you around.

Visitors in Berlin can get around quickly with the extensive public transit system. The transportation system is diverse and includes the S-Bahn, U-Bahn, buses, and trams.

Prague has a world-class public transit network to take passengers everywhere in the city. Metro lines, trams, and buses will take you smoothly through old and new town.

Is Berlin or Prague a more walkable city?

Prague is an unbeatable place for its high level of walkability. Also, Berlin is not as popular, but is still a nice city for its ease of walking around.

Prague is a very easy city to get around on foot. The tourist area through old town is easily explored on foot. Walking around town is the best way to soak up the atmosphere.

Berlin is a somewhat walkable city. While parts of the city are very walkable, the neighborhoods are spread out and the city covers a large amount of space, so walking isn't always practical.

For even more information, also check out Is Berlin Worth Visiting? and Is Prague Worth Visiting? .

Should I spend more time in Prague or Berlin?

How long in berlin or prague.

Both Berlin and Prague have a number of activities to choose from. In our opinion, Prague has more to see and do, so we recommend spending more time in Prague than Berlin . However, 2-7 days is a good amount of time to spend in either destination.

Families should spend more time in Prague than Berlin. Because of the many family-friendly attractions and fun things to do for kids in Prague, it's a great place to visit with the whole family.

Couples should spend more time in Prague than Berlin. You'll find plenty of romantic sights and fun activities in Prague that are perfect for a weekend getaway or a longer couple's trip.

• How many days in Berlin or Prague? Ideal Length of Stay Berlin 2-7   Prague   2-7

One day in Berlin or Prague?

Berlin is a bustling city that offers something for everyone. But since there are so many activities, you'll likely want to spend more than one day exploring.

Many travelers enjoy the museums and nightlife when visiting the big city destination of Prague. The old town is one of the main draws for visitors. But since there are so many activities, you'll likely want to spend more than one day exploring.

A weekend in Berlin or Prague?

Berlin is a great place to explore. It is common to spend a weekend here. With all of its activities, you can easily fill a weekend here. Your budget might influence how long you stay.

Prague is a great place to explore. It is common to spend a weekend here. With all of its activities, you can easily fill a weekend here. Your budget might influence how long you stay.

Five days in Berlin or Prague?

It's hard to know how much time to spend in Berlin. For many, it makes a great getaway for five days. With all of its activities, you can easily fill five days here. It has many unique tourist attractions and fascinating things to do.

It's hard to know how much time to spend in Prague. For many, it makes a great getaway for five days. Make sure you visit the old town while you're here. With all of its activities, you can easily fill five days here. It has many unique tourist attractions and fascinating things to do.

A week in Berlin or Prague?

Berlin is a bustling city that offers something for everyone. This city offers a variety of activities to choose from. If you have one week, this is a great place to go. This would be the perfect place to spend one week, as it has just the right amount of activities.

Many travelers enjoy the shopping and museums when visiting the fun-filled big city of Prague. This city offers a variety of activities to choose from. Most visitors spend time around the old town while in the area. If you have one week, this is a great place to go. This would be the perfect place to spend one week, as it has just the right amount of activities.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Germany , The Best Cultural Tours in Germany , The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic , and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic .

Which place is cheaper, Prague or Berlin?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

• Berlin Prices Germany Prices Prague Prices Czech Republic Prices
• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day Berlin € 137 Prague € 102

The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is €137, while the average daily cost in Prague is €102. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Berlin and Prague in more detail.

Accommodation

• Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person Berlin € 64 Prague € 63
• Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room Berlin € 128 Prague € 126

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Local Transportation

• Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc. Berlin € 18 Prague € 7.57

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:

• Short Trip Metro Ticket € 1.40
• Bahn Ticket € 3.00
• Short Taxi Ride € 20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin

Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

• Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL) to Berlin - Arrival Private Transfer : $25
• Berlin Airport (BER) to Berlin - Arrival Private Transfer: $31
• Berlin Airport (SXF) to Berlin - Arrival Private Transfer : $31
• Private Transfer from Berlin Airport to Hotels in Berlin: $46
• Listening Station Teufelsberg Tour with Transfer: $52
• Berlin Airport (SXF) to Berlin - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $63
• Milan: Transfer from/to Hotel - Airport: $64
• Private Transfer from Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City Center: $70
• Arrival Transfer from Berlin Train Station to Berlin by Sedan: $72
• Berlin City Departure Private Transfer to Berlin Train Station in Luxury Car: $78
• Berlin City Departure Private Transfer to Berlin Train Station in Luxury Van: $78
• Private Transfer to / from Brandenburg Airport (BER): $86

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:

• Sightseeing Transfer to Salzburg via Cesky Krumlov: $1,437
• Private transfer from Prague to Krakow: $1,059
• Private transfer from Prague to Frankfurt am Main: $1,059
• Private transfer from Prague to Budapest: $1,059
• Private transfer from Prague to Munich: $695
• Airport Transfer Beer Party Bus with Unlimited Beer: $587
• Private sightseeing transfer Prague - Vienna: $425
• Luxury transfer from Prague to Česky Krumlov: $293
• Transfer from Prague to Salzburg with Tour Stop in Cesky Krumlov: $291
• Private Scenic Transfer from Prague to Munich with 4h of Sightseeing: $289
• Private Transfer From Prague To Berlin With 2h For Sightseeing: $289
• Private Transfer from Prague to Salzburg with local English-speaking driver: $289

Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Prague?

Prices for flights to both Prague and Berlin change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.

• Food Meals for one day Berlin € 52 Prague € 24

Typical Food Prices in Berlin

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:

• Sandwich and Coffee To Go € 5.00
• Turkish Sandwich € 2.00
• Currywurst € 2.00
• 2 Pho Noodles € 9.00
• Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2) € 60
• Mauer Park (2) € 11
• Coffees at Impala € 7.80

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin

For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

• English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $19
• Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
• English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $28
• Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
• Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
• Berlin Mitte kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
• No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
• Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $63
• Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $70
• Evening Food Tour by Bike: $70
• Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
• Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $79

Typical Food Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:

• Fruit € 3.94
• Lunch for One € 12
• Bananas € 0.56
• Cookies € 0.31

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.

• Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour: $21
• Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
• Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $40
• Prague by Night: 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $47
• Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $52
• Vltava River Evening Dinner Cruise: $53
• Folkloric Dinner Show with Unlimited Drinks: $57
• 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $57
• River Cruise with Dinner and Live Music: $58
• Folklore dinner: $58
• Medieval Dinner with Unlimited Drinks: $59
• Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $60

Entertainment

• Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc. Berlin € 22 Prague € 15

Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin

For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:

• Berlin Zoo (2) € 20

Tours and Activities in Berlin

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.

• Self-Guided Photo Tour with Digital hybrid Photobook: $0.53
• Berlin Walking Tour: $2.62
• Berlin Alternative Street Art Tour: $2.62
• Selfguided Audiotour "Old Berlin": $3.20
• Selfguided Audiotour "Center of Power": $3.20
• Third Reich and Holocaust Self Guided Audio Tour: $3.21
• Rude Bastards Tour of Berlin: $3.21
• Rude Bastards tour of Medieval Berlin: $3.21
• First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
• Escape Game and Tour: $3.74
• Museum Island Self Guided Audio Tour: $3.74
• Berlin tour - Free offer - in Italian: $3.74

Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:

• Opera Tickets € 3.94
• Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower € 5.51
• Image Theatre for Two € 38

Tours and Activities in Prague

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:

• City Tour with Prague Castle with Live guide: $44
• Live Virtual Tour of Prague: $58
• Private live-guided E-Scooter TOURS around Prague : $44
• 1 hour Prague Panoramic Vltava River sightseeing Cruise: $17
• 1–Hour Vintage Car Tour: $128
• 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $164
• 1,5-Hour Prague Magical Segway Tour: $68
• 1-Hour Introductory Tour of Prague Castle With Fast-GET Admission Ticket: $43
• 1.5 Hour SEGWAY Tour of Prague: $63
• 1000 years of history! Evening walking foodie tour: $145
• 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $169
• 2 Hours Guided Prague Behind The Iron Curtain Communism Tour: $24
• Alcohol Drinks for one day Berlin € 16 Prague € 10

Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:

• Drinks at a Show € 14

Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin

Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

• Original One80 Berlin Pub Crawl: $16
• VIP Pub Crawl with Drinks and Challenges: $16
• brewery tour with beer tasting: $19
• Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $24
• Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
• Berlin Pub Crawl and Nightlife Clubbing tour: $26
• The Showgirls of Burlesque: $46
• Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $69
• Berlin:sunset boat trip with Argentine wine tasting and food: $214
• German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $250
• German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $255
• Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401

Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:

• A Bottle of Wine € 6.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Prague

Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

• Staropramem Brewery Self-Guided Tour with Tasting: $13
• Clock Tower Bar Crawl with Drinks and Shots: $23
• Clock Tower Bar Crawl in Prague: $26
• 1 Hour Exclusive Moravian Wine Tasting in an Art Gallery : $28
• Pub Crawl in Prague: $32
• Pub Crawl and International Party: $34
• Pub Crawl with Open Bar and VIP Entry: $34
• Pub Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar at Drunken Monkey: $35
• Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl: $36
• Golden Burlesque Show & Live Music w/ Lady & The Devil: $36
• Golden BURLESQUE: $42
• Prague beer tour with brewery visit and tasting: $46

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Prague, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Prague much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Prague would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Prague and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin than you might in Prague.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berlin Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive? .

Berlin has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Prague. When comparing the sizes of Berlin and Prague, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Berlin or Prague?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Berlin or Prague in the Summer?

Both Prague and Berlin during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Also, many visitors come to Prague in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

Berlin is around the same temperature as Prague in the summer. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Prague fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In Prague, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Berlin. In the summer, Berlin often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Prague. Berlin gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 216 hours of full sun.

Berlin usually gets less rain in July than Prague. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Prague receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

• Summer Average Temperatures July Berlin 19°C (66°F)   Prague   19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Berlin or Prague in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Prague. Many visitors come to Berlin in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene. Also, most visitors come to Prague for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

In the autumn, Berlin is around the same temperature as Prague. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Berlin in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Prague averages at about 11°C (52°F).

Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Prague during autumn. Berlin gets 106 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 124 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Berlin usually receives less rain than Prague. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

• Autumn Average Temperatures October Berlin 10°C (50°F)   Prague   11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Berlin or Prague in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Prague. Most visitors come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Prague because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Prague can be very cold. Berlin can be very cold during winter. In January, Berlin is generally much colder than Prague. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around -0°C (31°F), and Prague fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).

In the winter, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Prague. Berlin gets 42 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 49 hours of full sun.

Berlin usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Prague. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

• Winter Average Temperatures January Berlin -0°C (31°F)   Prague   1°C (33°F)

Should I visit Berlin or Prague in the Spring?

Both Prague and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Berlin because of the activities around the city. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Prague this time of year.

Berlin is cooler than Prague in the spring. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 9°C (47°F) in April, and Prague fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

Berlin usually receives more sunshine than Prague during spring. Berlin gets 160 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 145 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Berlin usually receives less rain than Prague. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Prague receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

• Spring Average Temperatures April Berlin 9°C (47°F)   Prague   10°C (49°F)

Typical Weather for Prague and Berlin

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