Prague: Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour and Vltava River Cruise

Kampa Island, Prague



Explore Prague at your own pace aboard a comfortable, single-decker and double-decker hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus, and get access to all the city’s main points of interest.

Prague Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and River Cruise Combination

This combined 24-hour or 48-hour ticket lets you explore Prague at your own pace by hop-on hop-off bus and optional Vltava River cruise, suitable for independent travelers.

Highlights

  • Explore Prague on a comfortable hop-on hop-off bus
  • Cruise the River Vltava with views of Prague Castle from the water
  • Guided exploration of Prague Castle exteriors in English
  • Discover narrow streets of Old Town and see the Astronomical Clock
  • View Charles Bridge from Kampa Park and see the Dancing House

Description

Skip organized group tour schedules and discover Prague independently using the hop-on hop-off bus with audio guide in 24 languages. Headphones are provided on board, and staff are available to assist you throughout the journey.

Choose from two routes: the Red and Green lines. Listen to engaging commentary about Prague’s landmarks as you travel at your own pace.

Route Stops

Green Line Stops include:

  • Na Frantisku (near Ministry of Industry and Trade)
  • Old Town Square
  • Malostranske namesti (next to Holy Trinity Column)
  • Jiraskovo namesti (beside the Dancing House)
  • Vaclavske namesti (temporarily closed - corner of Jindrisska street at Duplex club)
  • Hlavni nadrazi (in front of Main Train Station)

Red Line Stops include:

  • Prague Castle
  • Dlabacov
  • Namesti Kinskych
  • Jiraskovo namesti (beside the Dancing House)
  • I.P. Pavlova (corner of Sokolska street)
  • Karlov (B. Nemcove street)
  • Hlavni nadrazi (in front of Main Train Station)

Included

  • Access to 24-hour or 48-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus (depending on option)
  • Audio guide in 24 languages with earbuds provided
  • Optional Vltava River cruise
  • Guided exterior tour of Prague Castle in English

Excluded

  • Pick-up and drop-off service

Important Information

  • Green line buses depart every 15-30 minutes daily from 9:10 AM to 4:40 PM
  • Red line buses depart every 35 minutes daily from 9:35 AM to 5:10 PM
  • Guided Prague Castle exterior tours are daily at 2:15 PM at red line station 3 (ask the bus assistant)
  • River cruise departure from Dvorakovo embankment, pier no. 17 (if selected)
  • Only small buses may enter the historical centre; large groups should use the red line with large double-decker buses to avoid splitting the group
  • On December 24, services end early: last bus leaves stop 1 at 1:40 PM; river cruises only at 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and check weather conditions. Book tickets in advance online to secure your preferred date and ticket option.

Frequently Asked Questions

It includes a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket, a Vltava River cruise, and a guided tour of Prague Castle exteriors in English.
You can board the bus at multiple stops around Prague, including popular sites like Old Town, Prague Castle, and Wenceslas Square.
The Vltava River cruise typically lasts around 45 minutes, offering views of Prague Castle and the city skyline from the water.
Yes, the bus ticket allows unlimited boarding and alighting within the chosen 24- or 48-hour period in Prague.
The guided tour covers the exteriors of Prague Castle and is a walking tour conducted in English.
Yes, entrance tickets to the interior of Prague Castle are not included and must be purchased separately.
No, the river cruise is part of the combined package and is accessed through the hop-on hop-off bus tour service.
Bus operating hours vary by season; check the official tour website for current schedules in Prague.
Most buses are equipped to accommodate passengers with mobility challenges, but it's best to confirm details on the tour provider’s site.
Yes, the hop-on hop-off ticket lets you disembark in Old Town to explore landmarks like the Astronomical Clock at your own pace.

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