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Old Town SquarevsPrague 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
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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Staroměstské náměstí, Old Town Square, Prague 1, Czech Republic
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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 PlanetTop 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 "Look close enough at the gothic Tyn Church on Prague's Old Town Square." Full review
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 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
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Bordered by the curving Vltava and the boulevards that have replaced its fortifications, the Old Town of Prague has a long history, discernible everywhere in its maze of streets and squares." Full review
Time Out "Old Town Square (“Staroměstské náměstí”) is the Prague you’ve seen in pictures." Full review
Prague Castle Concierge Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Time Out Michelin Guide Afar Magazine
Let's Go Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
119 08 Prague 1 Czech Republic
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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 PlanetTop choice
"Prague Castle – Pražský hrad, or just hrad to Czechs – is Prague’s most popular attraction." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The national symbol is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the largest castle complex in the world." Full review
Time Out "Prague Castle complex... is an enormous festival of architectural styles." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A narrow street parallel to Nerudova leads to the Castle, extended by a series of ramps and steps." Full review
Afar Magazine "Definitely plan to spend a full day here and explore the grounds, the basilica, and the cute little stores along golden lane." Full review
Let's Go "The “Prague Castle” refers to the entire, almost 70,000 sq. m complex of many different buildings, streets, and gardens surrounded by tall walls and steep stairs. " Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The Castle is more than just a castle: with its string of courtyards, a puzzle of palaces and churches, and maze of little streets, it is a real city within the city." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A monumental gate decorated with sculptures of the Fight of the Giants leads to the First Courtyard which is lined with late Baroque buildings." Full review
The Telegraph "Comprises the Gothic St. Vitus' Cathedral, the Baroque Old Royal Palace, the Romanesque St. George's Basilica, museums, galleries, and the kid-friendly Story of Prague Castle exhibit." Full review
