Where to Ride: The 15 Best Prague Bus Tours

1.Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off, Castle Tour and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,733 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $36Our pick

Explore Prague by Big Bus on two routes, with audio commentary in 24 languages, an English-guided tour of Prague Castle exteriors, and an optional Vltava River cruise. Use the green route for Old Town sights and the red route for Prague Castle and outer districts. A 48-hour ticket gives you more breathing room.

“Great time, 2x bus routes & the river, easy to swap between them all, we did 2day pass”

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2.Vltava River Lunch Cruise in an Open-Top Glass Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,865 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Cruise Prague’s Vltava River aboard a modern open-top glass boat. Enjoy a Czech aperitif, buffet lunch, live accordion music, and views of Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Kampa Island, the Dancing House, and Vyšehrad. Online commentary and maps help you identify the sights, though onboard narration may not always be available.

“The whole trip was excellent. From the moment we boarded, to ordering drinks, the food, the staff and the views from the boat were a highlight of our trip to Prague”

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3.Historic City Center Bus Tour with Top Sights

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,360 reviews · 2 hours · from $20

You’ll spend two hours touring Prague by panoramic bus, passing Old Town, Josefov, New Town, Lesser Town, Charles Bridge, and Prague Castle. A 30-minute stop lets you walk near Loreta and the castle district. Recorded commentary comes in 26 languages, with headphones supplied.

“lots of historical places to visit, lots of information to absorb.”

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4.City Highlights By Bus, Boat, and on Foot

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,596 reviews · 105 minutes - 4 hours · from $27

This guided Prague tour combines a 30-minute minibus ride, a 75-minute walk around Prague Castle, a one-hour Vltava cruise, and walks through Old Town and the Jewish Quarter. Choose the full version for the bus and boat, or a shorter castle-focused option. Guides may speak English, German, Spanish, or Italian.

“The tour is great if you have a day and you want to explore the history of the city The tour guide Stephen was great and knowledgeable The variety of bus, boat and walking was great”

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5.City Sightseeing HOHO Bus Tour & Optional Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,424 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $35

See Prague at your own pace on a 24 or 48-hour City Sightseeing pass covering the Old Town, Dancing House, Prague Castle, Strahov Monastery, and more. Use the 25-language audio guide, switch between the Blue and Red routes, and add a 55-minute Vltava River cruise for a different view of the city.

“unfortunately we had a thunderstorm so visibility was bad”

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6.Guided Bus & Walking Tour with River Cruise & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 610 reviews · 6h 30m · from $135

See Prague’s main sights in one 390-minute outing by bus, on foot, and from the Vltava. Your guide leads you through Prague Castle and the Old Town, then serves a buffet lunch during a two-hour glass-roofed boat cruise. Hotel pickup is included when arranged in advance, but you return to central Prague on your own.

“The tour guide was excellent. She spoke brilliant English and was very knowledgeable about the city of Prague. She even helped us find the best way back to our hotel. Very kind and lovely to chat to. Didn’t get her name but if I did I couldn’t Recommend her enough. She was just brilliant. I would advise you that this is a walking tour so be prepared for at least 5 hours of walking. The boat trip was lovely. The best thing about the trip was getting picked up at our hotel in the morning so we didn’t have to waste time looking for the tour start point”

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7.Prague City: 1-Hour Orientation Tour by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 433 reviews · 1 hour · from $16Best value

This one-hour bus tour gives you a quick look at Prague’s Old Town, New Town, and Lesser Town without leaving the vehicle. You’ll see Gothic towers, Baroque streets, and major squares while listening to commentary in one of 26 languages. It starts beside Old Town Square and returns there, making it a useful first look or low-effort city overview.

“W maksymalnie krótkim czasie 1 godziny można zobaczyć wiele zabytków. Przewodnik w słuchawkach jest dobrą opcją dla wszystkich. Z takiej formy zwiedzania mogę korzystać osoby z utrudnionym poruszaniem się. Dużo ciekawych wiadomości można się dowiedzieć. Polecam”

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8.Half-Day Coach Tour to Kutná Hora

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 372 reviews · from $52

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Prague to Kutná Hora with an English-speaking guide. Visit the eerie Sedlec Ossuary, Gothic St. Barbara’s Church, and the medieval town center, with time for a drink or quick meal. Guides such as Peter, Helen, Sophia, and Tereza have led recent departures, though names vary.

“Sophia was a kind, fun, and intelligent guide. I would recommend this tour to my closest friends if they were staying in Prague for more than a couple days.”

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9.City Sightseeing Prague Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & optional Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 354 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

See Prague from two bus routes with 17 stops, 25-language audio, open-air seating, and a flexible 24 or 48-hour ticket. The Blue Route covers central sights every 30 minutes, while the Red Route reaches Prague Castle, Strahov, and Petrin every 60 minutes. Add a 55-minute Vltava River cruise for bridge and riverside views.

“This tour was very helpful for us to learn where different sites were located. It was very easy to get off and then return at a later time to continue seeing the remaining sites.”

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10.Prague Castle Interiors, Bus Tour and Vltava River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 308 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $56

Ride an air-conditioned bus from Na Příkopě to Prague Castle, then tour St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, St. George’s Basilica, and Golden Lane with an English- or German-speaking guide. Add the one-hour Vltava cruise for bridge and skyline views. The tour ends at the castle, so plan your return and boat transfer.

“Our guide, Jaroslav was knowledgeable and detailed in sharing the history and little nuggets of info during the Prague castle tour. Everything was well paced and we didn’t feel rush at all. Jaroslav is an excellent guide!”

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11.From Old Town: 2-Hour Prague Bus Tour with Top Sights

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 219 reviews · 2 hours · from $21

Start near Municipal House and ride through Prague with a live driver-guide and multilingual audio guide. You’ll see the 15th-century Powder Gate, Old Town Square, Týn Church, the Astronomical Clock, and Jan Hus Memorial. It is a useful first look, but busy buses and limited stop time can affect the experience.

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12.All-inclusive Bus Tour to Terezin Memorial

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 165 reviews · from $55

Travel from central Prague to Terezín with an English-speaking guide such as Peter, Petr, or Sofia. Expect a six-hour visit to the Ghetto Museum, Small Fortress, crematorium, and former prison areas, with guided touring, a short film, walking, and free time. Bring water and snacks.

“The tour guide was great, very knowledgeable and friendly. The guide at Terezin didn't dwell on the tragedy or make it a sad experience. He was informative, factual but brief, and was able to keep it interesting. Highly recommend for those who cry easily like me but still want to know the history.”

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13.Bus and Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 83 reviews · from $31

See Prague’s Old Town, New Town, Lesser Town, and Prague Castle area by bus and on foot, then cruise for one hour along the Vltava. The castle walk is included only with selected options. Headphones are provided on the bus, and the tour ends in central Prague.

“Amazing tour,you see everything and the Prague castle is amazing!”

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14.Go City Prague Pass – Top Attractions and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 77 reviews · 1 - 5 days · from $75

Use one digital pass for 1 to 5 consecutive calendar days and choose from more than 30 Prague attractions. Highlights include Prague Castle, the Jewish Quarter, a one-hour Vltava cruise, a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus, and the Pilsner Urquell Experience with beer tasting. Check the app before you go for current hours and access rules.

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15.City Sightseeing Prague HOHO Bus, Castle Tour + River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 45 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $61

Use two Prague bus routes to reach the Old Town, Dancing House, Strahov Monastery, Prague Castle, and more. Your ticket also includes a 55-minute Vltava cruise and a live English-language castle-grounds walk. Guide Michelle earned special praise for her patient, helpful tour, while the infrequent Red Line calls for careful planning.

“Assolutamente da fare per poter godere al meglio della città,comodo puntuale La visita al castelli molto esplicativa La crociera sul moldava fantastico Consiglio!!!”

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