Prague best photography spots: 35+ most beautiful photo opportunities

Discover the best photography spots in Prague! Make your Instagram shine with tips and in-location recommendations.

Prague is a fantastic city to photograph. From its old and narrow streets to the large parks and gardens and historical sites, there are lots of interesting photography spots in Prague. No matter if you want to get inspiration to share some photos on Instagram or if you are looking for specific locations, this article is for you.

This guide contains some of the best photography spots in Prague. I also have specific photography guides on some locations, find more about them in the text. Nonetheless, there are countless other worthy photo spots in Prague. Without further ado, these are the best photography spots and opportunities in Prague:

Trams

I titled this article photo spots and opportunities because of things like this one. There are specific locations for capturing trams, but the concept itself has to make it here. There are many European cities famous for their picturesque trams, and Prague is one of them. Its old red trams are the perfect foreground or main element for any photo of the city.

St Nicholas Church

As one of the main and most notorious buildings in the city, St Nicholas is a very photogenic church from the outside. Its green cupula can be seen from many viewpoints and gardens. Find out the exact location where the photo below was taken in the recommended article about my night photography spots in Prague!

Strahov Library

There are two spots that I always go to in any city that I visit. Libraries and Markets. Strahov Library nonetheless is not a hidden spot. This library is famous for its beautiful painted rooms and the historical value of the collection. There is an entry fee to get to the library, and another one to get permission to take photos. Nonetheless, for those interested, you are allowed to use your tripod as of 2021 if you pay both fees.

Prague Castle

Prague Castle dominates any view of the city. Moreover, it is a great place to photograph. There are many great places where you can get great views of the castle. Find all about them in the detailed Prague Castle photography spots article. Most of them are free, and a great way to explore the city. Oh, and the interior of the castle is also worth it, but more on that below.

Charles Bridge

This is one of the two most visited sites in Prague (the astronomical clock is the other one). And there is a good reason why it is so famous. The view of the Charles Bridge from any of its viewpoints is so worth it, even more, when there are no people in it. To get a photo like the one below, you just need to set your alarm clock one hour before sunrise. I promise you will have the bridge for yourself! (although expect other photographers to wake up early as well).

Lennon Wall

One Prague photography spot that is all over Instagram is the Lennon Wall. This John Lennon-inspired painted wall is full of graffiti, song lyrics, and other social causes messages. It has been there since the 1980s (when Lennon was assassinated) and has been repainted multiple times. As cliche as it may be, it makes for a perfect Instagram photo.

Letna Park

Another place that I fell in love in Prague. Letna Park is a fantastic viewpoint, and an even better photography spot. People hang out, have a drink at the beer gardens during the warm and sunny months, and enjoy the panorama over the city. Moreover, within the park, there is the Hanavsky Pavillion, another great place to photograph. More about Letna park in the best free gardens in Prague guide!

Port Čertovka/Devil’s Canal

A way more specific photography spot is Port Čertovka. Sometimes referred to as the Little Venice, is a tiny picturesque channel located just at the end (or beginning) of the Charles Bridge. From this location, there are at least two photos to take, one at the left of the bridge and one at the right. If you are lucky enough you can get a photo of any of the boats sailing through the channel. This is the exact location of this photo spot.

Old Town Streets

Another of the items on this list is that is not an exact location but rather an area of the city. And this is a very generic one. The Prague Old Town streets are full of fantastic photography spots. Both the narrow and desert ones and the vibrant main alleys are fantastic photography opportunities. Make sure to look up. In any old town in Europe, there are patterns and beautiful views not only at ground level but above.

Astronomical Clock

One of the most relevant historical sites in Prague is the Astronomical Clock located in Old Town Square. This medieval piece is the third-oldest astronomical clock in the world (1410) and the oldest still in operation. Its functioning is quite complex, and difficult to explain. At every exact hour, from one window a set of statues of the apostles appear, while other elements of the clock move. It is a show worth seeing, and completely for free.

Old Town Square

At the same square where the Astronomical clock is located there are plenty of other photograph options (see below). One of them is the square itself. It is the heart of the city, and there are many angles where you can capture either the old town city council or the Church of Our Lady before Tyn (in the photo below), among others.

Naplavka

The Vltava River is a very distinctive trait of Prague and an important element both for the history and development of the city. Nowadays, though it is a wonderful place to walk by. There are many sections where you can quietly enjoy the views of the city by the river, and one of the most notorious ones is Naplavka. Just typing Naplavka in google maps will get you to the exact spot where the photo below was taken. After some restoration works, this area has now these big windows where cafes, shops, and bars are located. Moreover, they are a great and not so well known photography spot.

Dancing House

With the permission of the Lennon Wall, this is the top Instagram Photography Spot in Prague. Of course, lots of people share photos from other locations that have historical, architectural, or visual interests. Nonetheless, this building, although it is cool architecturally speaking, has not much to offer compared to other sites in the city. However, thanks to its weird shape lots of photos are shared from this spot daily. And I have to recognize that it is a nice place to visit and photograph, both day and night.

National Theatre

Prague’s National Theatre is a quite distinctive building. It can be seen from most of the cities’ viewpoints and is quite photogenic. There are three main places from where it can be captured:

• Charles Bridge: from the Charles Bridge the view of the National Theatre is fantastic. Thanks to taking the photo from the bridge, the view is undisturbed.
• Legion Bridge: it is the bridge that gives access to the National Theatre. There are lots of trams that can make for a good photo, but also a lot of traffic.
• Side view: this one is a bit less well-known, but still worth it. The side view of the Theatre (see below) was my favorite, especially with the trams passing by! It took me a few minutes to get the trams in the right position.

Orange tiles

All historical European cities share a very characteristic feature, orange-colored tiles. The Old Town from above is a mix of TV antennas, church towers, and orange tiles. To get this view, though, you will need to get to any of the viewpoints of the city. I have a comprehensive guide on the best viewpoints in Prague, but the ones that will get you the best views are the ones right in the Old Town. The photo below was taken from the Lesser Town Bridge Tower.

Prague’s Skyline

Unlike other major cities, Prague’s Skyline is not very famous. London, New York, and Paris have way more recognizable skylines. Yet, despite not having giant skyscrapers (although as you can see below there are some), Prague’s skyline is full of historical iconic buildings. From any of the city’s viewpoints, it is possible to admire it and capture it.

Prague’s Parks

Prague is a green city. The city has plenty of parks and gardens where one can relax, like a small oasis in the heart of the old town. Fortunately, almost all the parks in Prague are free to access, being a must-visit spot in the city. From beautiful views to cozy family scenes, there are many photographic opportunities in the city’s green areas.

Architecture

The Old Town architecture is fantastic. There are many interesting spots to visit in Prague, but one of the best ways to understand the city is by getting lost in its streets. Moreover, this will create many photography opportunities, as these streets are usually less frequented by tourists and more by locals. Even some building interiors are worth visiting! Some specific photography recommendations for interiors are also included in this list, keep reading to find out about them!

Vrtba garden

I know I have already mentioned Prague’s parks as a worthy photography spot. Nonetheless, the Vrtba Garden deserves a section on its own. This baroque garden is a must-visit photography spot in Prague.

Any good photographer that does their research end up seeing these images of a perfectly symmetric garden, with multiple terraces and a great view of the old town behind. Well, this is the one! It is also one of the few green locations with an entry fee in the city. To know how to get there (might be a bit tricky), visit my Prague Parks guide!

Charles Bridge lesser tower

The Charles Bridge already made it to this list. However, you will notice two towers when crossing it, one at each end of the bridge. The lesser tower is the one located west of the Vltava river, on the side of the city where the Prague Castle is located. The view from above is amazing, and of course, a fantastic photography spot. Unfortunately, you will need to pay a fee to access it, but it is quite worth it, even more, if you buy the ticket that also gives access to the main tower (see below).

This lesser tower is perfect to capture the orange-tiled buildings mentioned above, but also unique views of the Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge from above.

Charles Bridge tower

However, if there is iconic photography in Prague, it is the sunset view from Charles Bridge tower. I have a specific article on how to photograph Charles Bridge, but this spot had to make it to the best Prague photography spots. Get there for sunset, and you will be able to take photos like the one below, with the Prague Castle and Charles Bridge in a perfect photo. As mentioned above, you have to pay a small fee to get to the top of the tower.

Details

Architecture is only one of the generic categories of photo spots that I wanted to mention here. The city of Prague is full of small details. Depending on the hour of the day, the city offers some really cool details. One cool example is the fishermen that early in the morning can be found with their small boats near the Charles Bridge.

Keep your eyes open at all times, because although it is not New York, Prague is also a city that rarely sleeps!

Czech Museum of Cubism Staircase

This is one of the places that you can only hear about if you do good research or if you stumble upon it. This is a really nice and unique photography spot in Prague, located inside the Czech Museum of Cubism. The good news is that you do not need to pay the ticket to the museum to see the staircase. Just get in, look at it from below and take the photo. Nonetheless, if you want to climb the stairs then you will need to pay the museum entry fee.

Old Town Square tower

Prague’s Old Town Square has plenty of interesting photo spots. In this list, though, only the best ones made it. One of them is the Old City Hall Tower. The view from above is unique. Unlike most of the other viewpoints of the city, there are no views over the river. However, there are really nice views (the best one I dare to say) over the square below. Access comes with an entry fee, but you can take the combined ticket with access to the next two spots.

Old Town Square tower staircase

If you are getting to the top of the Old Town Square tower, take a break before climbing up the stairs, and observe the staircase you are about to climb. The elevator supports, combined with some artwork, create a quite cool shape. I asked the person in charge there, and I was allowed to use my tripod to take the photo. I am not sure if it will be the case during the busy hours, as I got there quite early.

Old City Hall

The last Prague photography spot in the Old Town Square is the Old City Hall. A remarkable building, full of history (and views over the famous astronomical clock apostles), and photography spots. I especially enjoyed the small but colorful chapel, but make sure to visit all rooms.

PRO TIP: get to the City Hall within one hour of opening, and you will get a 50% deduction on the ticket price, plus almost no people! it is a win-win situation.

Prague Book Tunnel

Like any capital city around the world, Prague does have some Instagram-exclusive photography spots. This is one of them, and it is quite clear why. At the entrance of Prague’s library (here), there is a weird structure made out of books. Inside this structure, there are two mirrors that create a cool visual effect of an endless tunnel of books. Of course, this is a cool photo spot as well.

St Vitus Tower

No guide to the best photography spots in Prague would be complete without a mention of the view that can be seen from the top of the St Vitus Cathedral. Located inside the Prague Castle, Saint Vitus is visible from almost any point of the city. Thus, from its highest point, the views over Prague are insane. Besides the cool photos that can be taken of the Old Town, it is also interesting to see more residential buildings and non-touristic areas of the city. There is an entry fee to the tower, but I deem it worth it, especially on good visibility days.

St Jiri

On the Prague Castle grounds, there is the famous St Vitus, but also the less known St Jiri. Some people decide not to visit it, but given that with the ticket to the Cathedral you can also get to St Jiri, I highly recommend it. This old basilica has a simpler structure and style but can make for a great architecture photo spot.

Franz Kafka Rotating Head

The Czech Republic has many iconic personalities, from Sigmund Freud to Dvorak, the famous musician. However, one of them has an enormous metal sculpture of his head at the heart of the city, Franz Kafka. This is a really interesting photo spot. The head changes its position, just as if it was metamorphosing, like in his most famous book, and cool photos can be taken from there.

Powder Tower

The last tower to make it to this list is the Powder Tower. As with the previous one, it is the view from its top that made me include it as a Prague top photography spot. Unlike the Charles Bridge or Old Town Square towers, the Powder Tower is a bit more separated from the heart of the Old Town, and the view from its top is quite different.

Vyšehrad

This castle + gardens + church + cemetery is a must-visit spot for any photography lover. Don’t mistake it for the actual Prague Castle. Vyšehrad is an area a bit distant from the city center, but easily reachable by public transport or walking that is a perfect sunset photography spot, with views over the river, Prague Castle, and other famous tourist attractions. A real (not-so) hidden gem in the city.

Jewish Cemetery

Prague’s Old Town is also famous for its Jewish Quarter. One of the most interesting spots (sadly) is the Jewish Cemetery. I was doubting whether or not to include it in this list, as some people might take it as a place to go take photos disrespectfully. Nonetheless, I finally included it, as it is part of Prague’s history, and a way to capture what Prague once was. Note that there is an entry fee to the Cemetery.

Spanish Synagogue

On a different note, but also within the Jewish quarter, there is the Spanish Synagogue. This magnificent building (with an entry fee) is without any doubt one of the places that I liked the most in Prague (when it comes to architecture). The photography options are a bit limited, as it’s just a big room, but I dare say it is worth it.

Wenceslas square

The last Prague Photography spot is Wenceslas Square. This enormous Square, sadly famous for being the place where the revolution of 1969 against the Soviet Invasion of Czechoslovakia took place, is a great photography spot. In fact, there are two photos that can be taken there.

The first one is from the end of the square, with views over the Prague National Museum, and the second one is from the stairs of the museum, with views over the square itself.

These are the Best Prague photography spots. If you want to visit Prague, find more travel information on my dedicated page here, and if you have any specific questions, send me a DM on Instagram (@aniolvisuals) or through the contact form. For any professional inquiries, send me a message at hello@aniolvisuals.com.