Best Parks nature in Prague
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From the classic Petřín Gardens and Waldstein Garden, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.6 · 24,698 reviews
Wander through Petřín Gardens, the sprawling green hillside rising above Malá Strana. Stroll past rose gardens and fruit trees, ride the funicular or climb the tower, and take in sweeping views of Prague.
★ 4.8 · 15,573 reviews
Wander into the Waldstein Garden, the formal baroque grounds of the Senate palace in Malá Strana. Follow green alleys past statues and fountains, circle the pond, and look out for the resident peacocks.
★ 4.7 · 1,135 reviews
Step off Charles Bridge onto a quiet island of lawns, riverside benches and mill streams. A peaceful break for couples in the heart of Prague.
★ 4.8 · 54,281 reviews
Climb to Vyšehrad, Prague's quieter hilltop fortress above the Vltava. Walk the ramparts, step inside the basilica and settle in the park for views back across the city.
★ 4.8 · 17,969 reviews
Picnic by a pond or let children loose on the playgrounds in Prague's biggest city park. A favourite local escape for families and joggers.
★ 4.7 · 4,388 reviews
Slip through a plain passage into the Vrtba Garden, a Baroque terraced gem tucked away in Malá Strana. Climb its tiers past sculptures and the pool to a quiet viewpoint over the rooftops.
★ 4.7 · 1,096 reviews
Climb through quiet terraces below the castle for sweeping views over the red rooftops of Prague. A peaceful alternative to the crowded castle grounds.
★ 4.7 · 5,754 reviews
Walk through an old royal hunting ground to a Renaissance palace built in the shape of a star. A calm green escape that mixes history and woodland.
★ 4.7 · 8,372 reviews
Wander through a quiet hillside garden with a wooden church and views over Prague. A free, peaceful stop on the way up Petřín Hill.
★ 4.6 · 6,206 reviews
Relax among giant bonsai, redwoods and tropical plants in a quiet university garden in the city centre. A peaceful break that suits couples and solo travellers.
★ 4.7 · 12,183 reviews
Join the locals at Riegrovy Sady, the Prague 2 park famed for its hilltop view of the castle. Grab a drink from the kiosks, spread out on the grass, and watch the sun set over the skyline.
★ 4.6 · 1,783 reviews
Stand before the Jan Hus Monument, the sculptural centrepiece of Old Town Square. Circle the bronze and stone memorial to take in its figures, then enjoy the historic facades around it.
★ 4.7 · 3,564 reviews
Step into Vojanovy sady, a calm walled garden in the heart of Malá Strana. Stroll past flower beds and fruit trees, then take a bench near the peacocks strutting freely across the lawn.
★ 4.7 · 9,071 reviews
Slip off busy Wenceslas Square into a peaceful medieval garden full of flowers and benches. A free, quiet retreat that suits older travellers and couples.
★ 4.8 · 14,498 reviews
Stroll through terraced gardens, a historic vineyard and an artificial cave in a Vinohrady park. A free, romantic stop with views over the city.
★ 4.6 · 2,109 reviews
Walk through three climate zones in one greenhouse, from Australian deserts to African plants. A colourful visit for families and couples on a rainy day.
★ 4.7 · 6,786 reviews
Hike up to Vítkov, the wooded hilltop topped by Prague's colossal equestrian statue. Explore the memorial inside, then climb to the top for a free panorama over the city.
★ 4.6 · 7,183 reviews
Escape to Trojský zámek, a Baroque chateau with richly frescoed rooms on Prague's northern edge. Tour the galleries of Czech painting, then wander the French garden and its labyrinth.
★ 4.7 · 5,830 reviews
Escape the city at Prokop Valley, a hidden nature reserve on Prague's southern edge. Follow trails beneath limestone cliffs and across open meadows, all within easy reach of public transport.
★ 4.7 · 106 reviews
Climb up to Parukářka, the laid-back hilltop park where Prague 3 locals come to unwind. Settle on the grass, gaze over the city rooftops, and see how residents spend an easy afternoon outdoors.
★ 4.7 · 74 reviews
Escape the city for the shaded paths of a large forest on the outskirts. A hidden-gem walk that few visitors to Prague ever find.
★ 4.7 · 1,627 reviews
Leave Prague behind for a full day among sandstone rocks in Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland. You will hike to viewpoints with a small group, then share a Czech lunch in a village.
Prague · 🌳 Nature
Petřín Gardens
1h30
Waldstein Garden
30 min
Kampa Island
45 min
Prague · 🏛️ Landmark
Vyšehrad
Královská obora Stromovka
1h15
The Vrtba Garden
Gardens below Prague Castle
Hvězda
Kinsky Garden
Botanic Garden of the Faculty of Science, Charles University
1h
Riegrovy Sady
Jan Hus monument
15 min
Vojanovy sady
Franciscan Gardens
Grébovka (Havlíčkovy sady)
Fata Morgana
Vítkov
Trojský zámek
Prokop Valley
Parukářka Park
Kunratický les
Prague · 🧭 Tours
All-inclusive trip to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland
10h
