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Visiting Prague in winter is like a fairytale. There are beautiful lights and Christmas Markets everywhere! These are the best things to do in Prague in Winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why would you visit Prague in Winter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is a city from a fairytale. It’s one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Although it’s a gorgeous city to visit all year round, visiting Prague in the winter months is a very good idea. During this time of year, the city is not as crowded as it is in the summer months and is magically lit. There are cozy Christmas markets and Christmas decorations everywhere. Winter is the best time for a romantic getaway to Prague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Prague in Winter: Climate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What is the weather like when you visit Prague in Winter? The average temperature ranges between -1 to 5 degrees Celcius, with January being the coldest month. On average, Prague only gets about 5 days of rain in winter, so it’s usually dry. There’s also a chance of snow, which makes the city look even more magical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best time to visit Prague<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Winter is a fantastic time to visit Prague. It can get quite crowded in the week between Christmas and New Year, but it’s definitely low season before Christmas and after New Year. The prices of hotels are lower and it’s not too crowded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best things to do in Prague in Winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What are the best things to do in Prague in cold weather? These are the best places to visit and the most fun things to do in Prague in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Prague’s Christmas markets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want to visit a Christmas market in Central Europe, Prague is the place to go. From the last week of November till January 6, you can find some amazing Christmas Markets all over Prague. Lots of beautiful and colorful lights, many stalls with mulled wine and warm fruit drinks (I love the warm pear juice!), and delicious snacks. You can find the best Prague Christmas markets at Prague Castle, Old Town Square, Republic Square, and Wenceslas Square.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Go for a stroll on the Charles Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Charles Bridge is the most famous bridge in the city and a great place to explore. Although most of the city has been connected to an electricity network, the historic lamps on the Charles Bridge are still fueled with gas. In the weeks before Christmas (in 2022 it was from November 27th until December 23rd) there’s a whole ceremony to light the lanterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A lamp lighter (a very tall man), walks a historic route from the Powder Tower all the way to Hrad\u010dansk\u00e9 Square. He wears a historic outfit and lights the lanterns with a long pole. He starts around 4 pm. Don’t miss it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Prague Castle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Towering over the city, Prague Castle is a sight to behold. It’s the largest castle complex in the world (according to the Guinness Book of Records<\/a>). You can easily spend the majority of the day here, there are so many buildings to explore, and the complex is also home to the famous Golden Lane. You’ll also find one of the best Christmas markets in Prague on the square right behind the Prague Cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: <\/strong>Buy your tickets to Prague Castle<\/a> in advance so you don’t have to stand in line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Go ice skating on one of the ice rinks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Czech love their ice sports and there are ice rinks everywhere in the city (indoor and outdoor). You don’t have to bring your ice skates, you can usually rent them at the ice rink. Some of the best open-air ice skating ranks are below Zizkov TV Tower and at Shopping Center Cerny most. Admission is 120 Czech korunas (about 5 euros).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check this website<\/a> for an overview of all the ice skating rinks in Prague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wenceslas Square<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wenceslas Square is a long square with a long history. It’s a traditional place for demonstrations and celebrations. It’s a very popular place for tourists because it’s surrounded by shops, which makes it a fantastic place for shopping. There’s also a large Christmas Market here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Old Town Square<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Old Town Square is the main square in Prague and you absolutely need to visit this place when you’re in Prague in the winter season. Check out the famous astronomical clock and the large Christmas market. A great place for shopping, you can buy some beautiful hand-crafted gifts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enjoy the traditional Czech food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Traditional Czech food is the perfect comfort food in winter. Large plates filled with stews and potatoes. When you want to warm up, get into one of the many restaurants and order a traditional 3-course meal with mulled wine and a Czech beer. A restaurant with great food is the perfect place to get warm and cozy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lok\u00e1l Dlouh\u00e1\u00e1\u00e1<\/a> is a great restaurant and you can also choose to go on a food tour<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visit the amazing museums<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you’re experiencing rain or really cold winter temperatures and want to stay warm and dry, it’s recommended to visit one of Prague’s amazing museums. Some great museums to visit are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n