The entrance fee for Prague Castle has increased as of March 1, 2024, with the main circuit ticket (covering key sites like the Royal Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral, St. George’s Basilica, and Golden Lane) now priced at CZK 450 for adults. A family ticket (up to 2 adults and 5 children) costs CZK 950[1]. Discounted and free options exist for certain groups.
Current ticket prices (valid from March 2024):
- Main Circuit (includes Old Royal Palace, St. George’s Basilica, Golden Lane, St. Vitus Cathedral):
- Adult: 450 CZK
- Family (max 2 adults + up to 5 children under 16): 950 CZK
- Discounted (students under 26, youth 6–16, seniors 65+): 300 CZK
- Permanent Exhibitions (e.g. Story of Prague Castle, Castle Guard, Picture Gallery, Rosenberg Palace): 200–300 CZK
- Great South Tower of St. Vitus Cathedral: 150 CZK (adults), 80 CZK (discounted)
- Audio Guide: 200 CZK
- Photographing Interiors: 50 CZK
Entry to the castle grounds, courtyards, and gardens is free of charge, but you need a ticket to enter most interior sites[3]. Tickets are valid for two days, but each building can only be entered once per ticket[5].
Free admission is available for children under 6, disability ID card holders (with an accompanying person, if listed), teachers accompanying school groups (1 per 15 pupils), and licensed EU guides with clients holding paid tickets[5].
Periodic open-door events offer free access to all castle sites for everyone. Watch for announcements about these events[1].
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