Vltava River Cruise with kids

A short cruise is the low-effort way to see Charles Bridge and the castle from below, and it gives everyone a seat for an hour. The Prague Boats sightseeing cruise lasts 50 minutes and sails every day of the year. The cabin is heated in winter and air-conditioned in summer, with big windows, a bar for drinks and snacks, and toilets on board.

Indoor and outdoorCalm paceWaterViewsFood on siteBook ahead

Old Town (Čech Bridge)Pier 3, Čech Bridge

Tickets

Prague Boats lists prices in euros: €18 adult, child (3-11) from €12, free under 3. Booking online takes 10% off

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Prague River Cruise

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Best time

Mid-afternoon, when the Old Town is at its most crowded and everyone needs to sit down.

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Prague Zoo Prague Castle Old Town Hall Tower and Astronomical Clock Charles Bridge

The family card

Family card

Minimum ageNo minimumNo minimum. Under 3s sail free

Enjoys from2 years

Duration50 min – 1h

StrollerStroller in partThe main deck is wheelchair-accessible. The upper deck is by stairs only.

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Child pricePrague Boats lists prices in euros: €18 adult, child (3-11) from €12, free under 3. Booking online takes 10% off

Toilets and changingToilets on siteToilets on board.

QueueShort queuesArrive 20 to 30 minutes early. Check-in closes 10 minutes before departure.

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Best timeMid-afternoon, when the Old Town is at its most crowded and everyone needs to sit down.

Verdict by age

Not a general rating. How each age band actually experiences it.

0-2

Great

3-5

Fine

6-10

Fine

11+

Fine

Babies and toddlers do well here because nobody has to walk or queue. Older children enjoy the first half hour and get restless in the second. It is a rest stop with a view, and a good one.

Check-in is at the ticket window on Pier 3, on Dvořák Embankment under Čech Bridge, about ten minutes on foot from Old Town Square. The boats are wheelchair-accessible on the main deck. The open upper deck is reached by stairs, so a stroller stays downstairs. Children of 3 to 11 pay a child fare and under-threes sail free.

Tips for the visit

Book online for a guaranteed seat and 10% off.
Several companies run similar one-hour cruises from different piers on Dvořák Embankment. Check which pier is printed on your ticket.
The commentary is an online guide with text, audio and photos, so bring a charged phone and headphones.

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