K
Must give this a go
Jetty easy to find, friendly staff, not overloaded with commentary and information and another right length. Was glad we’d brought jackets for 9pm cruise as cool on top deck sitting on metal benches.
Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 50 min
- Price from
- $21 / person
- Location
- Prague, Czechia
- Rating
- 3.3 / 5 · 734 reviews
- Languages
- CS, CS, DE, DE
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Prague Boats
- Meeting point
- The cruise departs from the dock at Čech Bridge, pier No. 4
Description
Enjoy Prague's highlights from a unique perspective, while relaxing on a 50-min. cruise down the Vltava River. Get on board, choose your seat and order a drink or a small snack to get comfortable. During the sightseeing cruise, you will see Charles Bridge, Prague Castle with its unforgettable panorama, the Straka Academy, the Civic Swimming Pool and a view of the Letná Park with the Prague Metronome. You can learn more about each of these sights and about Prague in general from an audio commentary in 3 languages. Prague Boats 50 mins Sightseeing Cruise departs from Čech Bridge Dock, Pier No. 4 every hour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $21
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $14
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Prague
What you will see • Čech Bridge • Rudolfinum • Mánes Bridge • Charles Bridge • Kampa Island • Prague Castle • Straka Academy • Civic Swimming Pool • Prague Metronome • EXPO 58 Building • Štefánik Bridge • Na Františku Hospital You can choose from the inside or outside deck and order refreshments after boarding. During the cruise, you can listen to the audio guide in three languages
Charles Bridge
First, the cruise will head upstream the Vltava River around the Rudolfinum and the Old Town. Then the boat will float under Charles Bridge, where you can have a close look at its 600-year-old stone pillars. After Charles Bridge the boat will turn back and you will have a spectacular view of Prague Castle. There is time for photo shoots of this iconic panorama. Your cruise will continue around Kampa Island with its picturesque architecture. The Straka Academy will be on the left, where the Czech Government Office is located. The view will continue with the classicist Civic Swimming Pool. Above your heads you can see Letná Park with the Prague Metronome and EXPO 58 Building. At the last turn you will pass by Štvanice Island. At the end of the cruise you will see the complex of historic buildings of the Na Františku Hospital and then return back to the dock.
What's included
Included
50 min. Sightseeing Cruise on the Vltava River
Free Wi-fi
Printed multi-language guide with landmark photos
Mobile audio guide app with written guide commentary
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.3
734 reviews
How it compares in Prague
- No. 44 by number of reviews among 1,943 tours in Prague
- Starting price $21 is 63% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Prague
Excurgo comparison of 1,943 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not ELECTRIC wheelchair accessible
- Frequent departures throughout the day
- Wide selection of on-board refreshments
- Activity is suitable for seniors (no fitness level needed)
- Between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, cruises may get crowded and we may board you on the next available cruise. Your ticket remains valid, with no rebooking or additional payment required; cruise duration is unchanged.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience take?
Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience lasts about 50 min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience cost?
Prices start at $21 per person for this Prague experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 13 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
How much does Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $14, adults from $21.
Can I cancel Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The cruise departs from the dock at Čech Bridge, pier No. 4. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Prague Sightseeing Cruise: 50-Minute River Experience offered in?
The experience is available in CS, CS, DE, DE, SV, SV, PT, PT, KO, JA, EN, EN, ZH-CN, ZH-CN, IT, IT, PL, PL, FR, FR, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Not ELECTRIC wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(734)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
B
Not recommended.
We took a short tour during the day, buying our tickets by the docks. Not worth the time. The boat was new and comfortable enough for the short trip. Boat lower deck is designed to have meals served for dinner. It was not something we fancied doing. Overall it was ok and disappointing as we sailed for about half a mile before the boat made a U turn and went back another half a mile beyond the original departure point, to return to the docks again.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback, and we're sorry the cruise didn't live up to your expectations. The 50-minute cruise is meant as a short introduction to Prague from the river. If you return, we'd recommend our Devil's Channel cruise, which uses smaller boats and comes with live commentary. We're glad you found the boat new and comfortable, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
T
Boat Tour
It was okay for a short boost ride.
Operator response
Thank you for sailing with us and for your review. We're glad you enjoyed the short ride, and we hope to welcome you back, perhaps on one of our longer cruises next time.
B
Wonderful Prague sights from the river
Fare was 21 usd. I used Visa. Boat was quite large and could easily hold >100 people. On my tour there was only about 25. Boat was very clean and new looking. There are two decks, upper has no cover with bench seats. Lower deck (covered) inludes the bar/snack area. From observing empty chafing dishes it was obvious that the boat can also be for lunch/dinner cruises. I thought it was well worth the $21.
Operator response
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed the sights of Prague from the river and found the boat clean and comfortable. We hope to welcome you on board again!
R
Great quick and scenic Vlatva river tour
Lovely boat ride providing excellent views of a number of key landmarks within Prague. Our boat was 100% electric, which made the operation silent and created such a tranquil environment. Staff was great and attentive, super friendly, and the beers were cold. Loved it - well with the $20
K
Lovely view, informative...
Lovely view, informative but definitely could have given more history and information about Prague. At times we were just floating and listening to music.
J
It was an amazing...
It was an amazing experience. Great site seeing and view. Would definitely do it again. Try to get the outside seats for a better view and get there about 20 minutes before the cruise sail off
M
Top class service on...
Top class service on board. The evening trip was beautiful with the landmarks being lit up. Well worth it
H
Magical Prague in the night from the boat in the river!!!
Great tour to discover Prague from River - Prague in night was spectacular, lights simmering in the water and the brightly lit buildings added extra beauty. Great view of Charles bridge was the other highlight.
X
Nothing special....
I will never learn Czech, but the people at the ticket office who are in contact with the public should take an English course and, above all, a course on GOOD MANNERS!!!!! Shameful
Operator response
Ci dispiace per l'accoglienza alla biglietteria — il modo in cui è stata trattata non rispecchia come vogliamo lavorare. Il commento sulla lingua e sui modi del personale l'abbiamo girato ai responsabili del punto vendita. Se vuole raccontarci i dettagli, ci scriva a info@pragueboats.cz.
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