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Old Town Square vs Prague Castle

Old Town Square and Prague Castle are both rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Prague Castle scores slightly better than Old Town Square. Prague Castle has a TripExpert Score of 91 with praise from 10 sources such as Michelin Guide, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

Old Town Square
Old Town Square
8 / 10
Staroměstské náměstí, Old Town Square, Prague 1, Czech Republic
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Concierge Concierge
"Old Town Square (Staroměstské Náměstí) is the heart of historic Prague and has more gawk-worthy points per square foot than just about any other location in town."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of Europe’s biggest and most beautiful urban spaces... has been Prague’s principal public square since the 10th century." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Look close enough at the gothic Tyn Church on Prague's Old Town Square." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Prague's Astronomical Clock is the world's oldest working one of its kind. Installed in 1410, it is located on the Old Town City Hall in Prague's Old Town Square." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Lined with historical houses, dominated by two large churches and the tall tower of the town hall, this vast square is the real heart of the quarter." Full review
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Prague Castle
Prague Castle
8 / 10
119 08 Prague 1 Czech Republic
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Concierge Concierge
"One of the largest castle complexes in Europe, Prague Castle is the residence of the Czech president and home to many government offices."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Prague Castle – Pražský hrad, or just hrad to Czechs – is Prague’s most popular attraction." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The national symbol is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the largest castle complex in the world." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Prague Castle complex... is an enormous festival of architectural styles." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"A narrow street parallel to Nerudova leads to the Castle, extended by a series of ramps and steps." Full review
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