Vysehrad National Cultural Monument
Vysehrad National Cultural Monument
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Neighborhood: Praha 2
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- Smíchov Railway Station • 9 min walk
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Heidi_loves_travel
Melissa, TX313 contributions
Jun 2022
This was a nice break from the bustle of the main tourist area. Take a short walk from the metro station. The signage makes it easy to find. There is nice shade in many areas and the views are great. You can explore at leisure for free, but there are modest fees to go in some of the buildings, such as the cathedral and art gallery. The cemetery is fascinating and not to be missed.
Written June 28, 2022
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Mark P
Stratford-upon-Avon, UK171 contributions
Mar 2020
Myself and my 19 year old son were in Prague for the last weekend before total isolation lock down. 12th to 15th March 2020. Museums, libraries, galleries, restaurants all closed, but this area was open and easy to reach. We jumped on the metro red line and went down to Vysehrad stop, then it was an easy ten minutes walk west following the signs. It is a large walled area with many buildings, but also grass areas and benches where locals stopped for a picnic. It had different views back along the river towards the new castle and the spires all over Prague. There was a small cafe open with outside tables, and the beer was larger and cheaper than coke!!!!
We walked around the whole site, taking photos in every direction, easy walk, few steps, but you are with locals, very few other tourists at all. After 90 minutes we walked back to the metro and came back to the centre of Prague. Ticket machines at all stations were in English and took credit cards.
We walked around the whole site, taking photos in every direction, easy walk, few steps, but you are with locals, very few other tourists at all. After 90 minutes we walked back to the metro and came back to the centre of Prague. Ticket machines at all stations were in English and took credit cards.
Written March 24, 2020
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ram88doc
Navarre, FL220 contributions
Oct 2022
This historic fort was built on a hill above the Vltava river in the 10th century as one of the first settlements in the area. A castle and church were built there and this was the seat for rulers until the seat of power was moved to Prague Castle in the 12th century. The area now has a park that goes throughout the facility. It is in a quiet residential area. There is no entry fee. The views around the outer walls provide great photos of the castle and city. There is a cemetery with large tombs containing some of the most famous Czech persons. On the East side of the cemetery you will find a large tomb with a large statue of Slavin on top built in the 19th century. This is the common tomb of selected personalities. Next to the cemetery is the neo-gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul. Entry into the Basilica is free. This is a great place to visit to get away from the hectic tourist area and see great views of the city. It is only a 10 minute walk from the Vysehrad metro station.
Written October 21, 2022
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TheCount69
Rochdale, UK852 contributions
Nov 2021
Off the beaten track and about a 5/10 minute walk from the metro station, it is well worth the visit and time spent to walk around the grounds. It is an old castle alternative to the main castle and it is set on top of a hill, more of a fortress than a castle though. I was here in November and the views form the top over the river are good and I can imagine the place to be very busy in summer months with the weather being better then.
There are plenty places to sit and relax and it was very peaceful and relaxing
There are plenty places to sit and relax and it was very peaceful and relaxing
Written November 23, 2021
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sl2015454
Dublin, Ireland15 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Beautiful attraction on the outskirts of Prague. Stunning views of the city from the external walkways and beautiful basilica which is highly decorated. This fort and it's buildings had all the charm of Prague city but with fewer crowds. It also had some beautiful little cafes to get a snack or a hot chocolate in and an art exhibition in the gallery. Worth a visit.
Written December 19, 2022
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Jupitersson
Denver, CO12 contributions
Nov 2019
If you like to walk, travel along the river from Charles Bridge a few bridges to this park of magnificently manicured pathways and look back on Prague. Basilica of Peter and Paul is ruggedly simple with hard wood kneelers for the penitent. After lighting a candle, listen in the pews to recorded monks chant (at first I thought they were real) under brilliantly lit (even in November) stained glass windows - nominal entrance fee. Adjacent graveyard with sculpted and ornate tombs is alone worth the visit: all very peaceful.
Written January 1, 2020
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arshadmiantravelling
Middle East711 contributions
Aug 2019
Close to city center, at an elevation, with offering of greenery, great views of the river, some fabulous sculptures. There is as well a museum, an art gallery. The views below are nice, and many photo sooting opportunities are available There is no fees for visiting this general area.
Written June 24, 2020
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Mere-Albe Mihail
Bucharest, Romania47 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
I have visited only the surroundings of the castle. The entry was 250 czk as far as i remember. There is a terrace near the castle but you only can pay with cash ( czk and euro). Also for the toilet is not provided a card payment :(
Written July 24, 2020
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John T
14 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
My go to park in Prague. Great views along the river. Downside is that there is a steep climb, from whichever side you approach. I haven't been in the chuch, but have walked arond the graveyard. There are some fabulous sculptures, a museum, art gallery and cafes in the park itself. I always find it peaceful, even when it's busy.
Written April 23, 2020
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leedjjck
East Hampton, CT975 contributions
Nov 2019
The entire Vysehrad area is a beautiful site that i can not think why it is not more attracted to the tourists of Prague. Quiet, peaceful and fill of history. The castle, the Basilica of St.Peter and St.Paul, the National Cemetery, all had beauty beyond description. You can get to this area either by metro or just walking along the river south of central Prague. We started our day with touring Vysehrad then hike back into the center of Prague by the river stopping at the Dancing House and the church of the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror. Being it was a weekend, there were food, craft vendors along the river.
Written January 10, 2020
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TravelAddictToo
Potchefstroom, South Africa277 contributions
Is there parking at / nearby to the castle? How do I go about to arrange a tour of the castle?
Mirjana Vidojevic
12 contributions
Vyšehrad tours you can book online.
Parking is possible onsite and it costs aprox. 2€/hour. Public transport is very good it is only 2 metro stops from Museum/ Wenclav sq./center with frequent service.
Victoria K
Cranston, RI736 contributions
Does the first casemates tour begin right at the opening time (for example 9:30am) or at the top of each hour (10am for the first official tour start time)?
Rebecca B
158 contributions
There is a separate TripAdvisor page for “The Vysehrad Casemates” and you should look and ask your question there (sorry, TripAdvisor does not allow me to post links). Hope that helps, sorry I don’t know the answer either.
Chiara C
Torre di Mosto, Veneto, Italy11 contributions
Quanto costa il biglietto alla cattedrale per un gruppo di studenti?
alby1961
Terni, Italy491 contributions
Ciao per il castello non si paga, per le gallerie non sono a conoscenza se ci sono sconti particolari per gruppi, io viaggio sempre da solo.....Mi dispiace non poter esserti d'aiuto. Praga è straordinaria, buona vacanza.
Rogerio T
Belo Horizonte, MG71 contributions
Caro Mauro, qual a melhor maneira de se chegar ao parque Vysehrad, tram?
Petru V
Port St Francis, South Africa258 contributions
Hi,I am going to Prague for just 3 days and sort of planned to go to Vysehrad on the first morning, but I have some concerns about if it may take too much time and energy.I have other sightseeing planned for the rest of the day. Can anyone tell me how vast and with how much walking it is. Is the walk from Vysehrad Metro long and steep? If you limit the visit what is best to see and do here. In all is it a must visit. Thanks
Joni L
33 contributions
I didn’t spend that much time there, I walked the cemetery, I saw the gothic cave and quietly came in the last bit of service! It is totally worth it to go and see! The hill is steep, but if I can do it seriously anyone can!! If you’re worried about time use the trams from the city, I think it’s number 7tram
is it possible to walk through this park in the morning around 8 am? I found it opens at 9-30 am, but we don't plan to have any excursions, just walk
Danapra
Smolensk, Russia64 contributions
Да можно
PAB
Burnham, UK47 contributions
Is there an entrance fee for this castle? And how do I buy the tickets online? Also what are main attractions here? Thanks
Wolfik
Prague, Czech Republic30 contributions
Hi Palak A, whole area is free. Paid are guided tours and Basilic entrance.
For tour booking and more information I recommend to visit official Vyšehrad website. (just google "official vysehrad website" - sadly Tripadvisor forbid links so I cant paste it for you).
pearl723
Forres, UK43 contributions
How do you get here from the town thanks
Willy L
prague114 contributions
Forget all about tram unless you love climbing steep hills, it is a fortress after all. Take metro to the station VYSEHRAD (pronounced "veshehrad" walk straight through stroller path to greenery along villas on your right towards main street with both way car traffic, there towards right you will see the entrance in form of fortress gate. Don't be afraid to ask any one for directions, or to follow wheel chairs or some one disabled as there is an institution for them since 19th century.
demistephcrisa
London, UK1 contribution
Yo yo yo prague people !
Where abouts is the long underground tunnel in this area?
Thank youuuuu
sschaloc
Oregon40 contributions
There are the old ammunition bunkers, under the fortress, where the original statues from the Charles Bridge are stored. They are on the local map of the park. I recall they were on the North side, near the entrance. There is also the road tunnel through the hill, down by the river.
There is a really long road tunnel on the West side of the river. It goes under the whole castle complex / Petin hill. Check a road map for that one.
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- (0.01 mi) Pension Vysehrad
- (0.15 mi) U Semika
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- Restaurants near Vysehrad National Cultural Monument:
- (0.02 mi) Rio's Vysehrad
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- Attractions near Vysehrad National Cultural Monument:
- (0.01 mi) Vysehrad Park
- (0.02 mi) Basilica of St Peter and St Paul
- (0.03 mi) Vyšehrad Cemetery
- (0.03 mi) Vysehrad Medieval Well
- (0.04 mi) Sculptural Groups by J. V. Myslbek