Private Prague Day Trip from Vienna: Castle, Charles Bridge & More

Summary

Vienna to Prague Private Tour: Hidden Streets & Iconic Sights

You’ll get to see Prague’s famous landmarks and secret corners all in one day—without worrying about trains or maps. With your own driver and plenty of free time to wander or grab a local brew, this trip makes exploring easy and personal.

What’s the experience like?

The morning felt crisp as we left Vienna—our driver was right on time, waiting outside the hotel lobby. The city was just waking up, a few bakery smells drifting out as we rolled past. Once we hit the highway, Moravia’s rolling fields took over—patches of yellow rapeseed and sleepy villages zipped by. It’s a long drive (about four hours), but honestly, it goes fast when you’re swapping stories with someone local behind the wheel. Our driver pointed out tiny border towns I’d never heard of and even suggested a quick coffee stop at a roadside café that had surprisingly good apple strudel.

Prague hits you all at once—the Vltava River glinting under old bridges, trams rattling by, and those grand buildings lining the water. We started near the National Theater; our guide explained how locals still gather there for big events. Walking across Charles Bridge is something else—buskers playing jazz, couples taking selfies, and the faint smell of roasted chestnuts in the air. The Jewish Quarter felt quieter; cobbled lanes and old synagogues tucked between modern shops. Wenceslas Square buzzed with life—students chatting on benches, street vendors selling trdelník (that sweet pastry rolled in sugar). We had free time in Old Town Square; I grabbed a Czech lager at U Prince’s rooftop bar while watching the Astronomical Clock chime. Don’t skip the beer—it really does taste different here.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Vienna to Prague Day Tour

• The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Vienna
• Travel through Moravia to the Czech Republic (4 hours)
• Visit Prague's National Theater, Charles Bridge, Jewish cemetery, Wenceslas Square, Old Town Square
• Free time to explore Old Town and shop
• Return to hotel in Vienna

Top questions

How long is the drive from Vienna to Prague?

It takes about four hours each way by car, depending on traffic and stops along the route.

Is there free time to explore Prague alone?

Yes! You’ll have plenty of time in Old Town to shop, eat, or just wander at your own pace.

Can infants join this tour?

Absolutely—infant seats are available if you need them, and strollers are fine too.

What if I want to change part of the itinerary?

No problem—the tour is flexible and your driver can adjust stops based on what you’d like to see most.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Vienna, private transportation with an English-speaking driver who knows both cities well, plus a tailor-made itinerary so you can focus on what interests you most. Air conditioning keeps things comfy no matter the weather outside.