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Castle District (Hradcany)

Prague, Czech Republic
Ranked #7 of 181 attractions in Prague
4.5 of 5 stars 334 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods, Observation Decks/ Towers
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Calgary, Canada
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61 reviews 61 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The castle is as big as the travel books make it out to be. Buy the full deal tickets and take everything in. And walk up to it so you appreciate the size and scope of the entire castle area. No visit to Prague would be worth talking about if you had not been to the castle.

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

You need your walking shoes for this and the climb up may tax some people, but it is worth it. Gets very busy after 10.00 am when all the tour groups descend.

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berkhamsted
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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Get there early to see much of the castle area before the tours arrive. The Changing of the Guard at noon is worth seeing but get there at least 20 minutes before it starts so you can get a good view

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Scotland
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28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We wandered down from Petrin Hill, having taken the funicular to the top. On a hot day this is definitely the way to approach Hradcany as everything is now downhill, and the hills are steep. We came across an attractive church initially but sadly it was closed, but there was an excellent information board outside. Moving on downhill we came... More

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Halifax
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

not much else to say which hasn't been said already. The views from the hill is spectacular and breathtaking. We walked through the paths down the hills and loved every minute.

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Belgrade, Serbia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

great building..soldiers are super.. bring camera with you..

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Had to queue so long just to get into the church. Try to go early to avoid long queues. View of Prague city was fantastic though.

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Daytona Beach Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Because the ticket is good for two days, take your time and come back instead of getting warn out. Try to get there early or late in the afternoon to avoid to large crowds. Have a pilsner at the castle.

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Mexico City, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Great views. Lots of musems. the visit to the castle and all the area will take you the full day.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Lots of hidden jewels and lovely walk around the area.

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