Bike tour. Photo by Jaanus Silla. Wikimedia Commons

10 Best Bike Tours to Take in Prague


 

Are you worried about the best leisure activity you can engage in during your visit to Prague during your holiday or vacation? Bike tours are a major fun activity to undertake in Prague as you enjoy the beautiful site. Upon visiting the beautiful city of Prague, the last thing you could probably think about is being bored especially if you are a nature and a bike lover. Most of the visitors want to enjoy the bike tours, however, are worried about getting hot and sweaty, but that should not let you miss the great experience. You only have to ensure that you carry along with you some cold water to cool off your body and dress in some light clothes for maximum leisure.

While you enjoy the beautiful experience, you will have the opportunity to take photos as you ride in the magnificent Old Town and learn about Prague’s history from the guide. The best way for you to enjoy and have maximum leisure is through a small group bike tour where you can chat as you ride. There are several things to observe in the beautiful city including Prague castle, unique landmarks, Town Square, and more.

Below are the ten best bike tours in Prague

1. Prague Castle

Prague Castle. Photo by Interfase. Wikimedia Commons

Prague Castle is one of the fascinating places that should never miss out on your bucket list, especially for those who love nature and history. A bike tour to Prague Castle provides a phenomenon viewpoint of the entire Prague providing an excellent place to take photos. In the castle, you will have the opportunity the broad history of this magical city. Not only will you enjoy the castle but also the spectacular views as you ride along the hillside of Letna and Petrin Park. Also, find your way through the birthplace of the modern Czech revolutions towards Wenceslas Square.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE ENTIRE CITY BIKE TOUR
IDEAL FOR: GROUPS, FAMILIES, SOLO TRAVELLERS
HIGHLIGHTS: Lobkowicz Palace, Dalibor Tower, Golden Lane, Gardens, the Changing Of the Castle Guard, the South Tower of St Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, the Saint George Basilica.

2. Prague Classic City

The bike tour through the highlight of Prague’s classic city is the best experience since you will not have to go uphill. The best way to enjoy the ride is to have the company of a guide so that you can receive several facts and legends about Prague’s magnificent history. One thing that is for sure is you will learn a lot especially why Prague is one of the most fascinating cities in the world while on an easy-paced bike ride.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE GUIDED ELECTRIC BIKE TOUR
IDEAL FOR: GROUPS, FAMILIES, BEGINNERS
HIGHLIGHTS: Tynem Church, Prague Astronomical Bell, Vysehrad, Obecni Dum, St. Vitus Cathedral

3. Big City and Park Bike Tour

Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash

Here you will have the best opportunity to enjoy both the big city and the parks around the beautiful city. It is an “All in One” bike tour where all the stories, legends, and sights of Prague are exposed in the outdoor adventure. This bike tour incorporates both the classic city tours and the panoramic where you will see the eye-catching panoramic vistas and the full history of the city. The entire tour takes about seven hours which are divided into two to allow for lunch breaks.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE GRAND ELECTRIC RIDE
IDEAL FOR: TEENAGERS, COUPLES, FAMILIES
HIGHLIGHTS: Prague Castle, Kampa Park, New Town, Wenceslas Square, Ride along Vltava River, Letna Park & Panoramic Views of Prague, Prague Metronome

4. Beer Garden

This is one of the bike rides where you are sure to enjoy various features along the way before arriving at your destination. You will also enjoy the cool breeze as you ride along the fascinating river and the parks. There is a beautiful well-defined bike path from the center of the city to the first Baroque Summer Palace. You can also enjoy a cold drink on a hot day at Letna and Stromovka.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE BIKE TOUR NEW AND OLD TOWN
IDEAL FOR: SOLO TRAVELLERS, FAMILIES, GROUPS
HIGHLIGHTS: Panoramic view of Prague, the old town, three delicious special beers, a taste of Bohemian culture

5. Vysehrad Castle

Vyšehrad Castle in Prague, Czech Republic. Author is unknown. Wikimedia Commons

This is one of the ancient castles in Prague that you can’t miss seeing upon visiting Prague. The castle is very beautiful with its ancient architecture which was constructed during the 10th century. At the castle, you will see the Vltava River and the beautiful city of Prague. It is also located near some old buildings constructed in the 11th century such as St. Martin’s Rotunda and Vysehrad cemetery.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE ALL AGES BIKE TOUR
IDEAL FOR: COUPLES, FRIENDS
HIGHLIGHTS: Narodni museum, Vysehrad National Cultural Monument

6. City and River Bike Tour

One of the most exciting experiences that you can have on a bike tour is having a ride in the evening in the city and along the river. You have the opportunity to enjoy a cool ride while the temperatures are cooling and the sun is setting. The beautiful dazzling light from the city makes the ride so magical since the area is also less busy. The bike tour along the river is one fascinating experience that no visitor should ever miss.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE ELECTRIC BIKE GUIDED TOUR
IDEAL FOR: COUPLES, SOLO TRAVELLERS, GROUPS
HIGHLIGHTS: Staromestske namesti, Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

7. Charles Bridge

Charles Bridge during the COVID-19 pandemic. Photo by Tadeáš Gregor. Wikimedia Commons

During the bike tour, you can also see the oldest bridge in Prague which was constructed between the years 1357 and 1402. The bridge is not only the oldest but also built using sandstone blocks with each side flanked by fortified towers. You can also take a photo of the bridge which has ancient architecture.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE VIEWPOINTS ON SCROOSER
IDEAL FOR: FIRST-TIME CYCLISTS, GROUPS, COUPLES
HIGHLIGHTS: Old and New City

8. Astronomical Clock

An astronomical clock is one of the major places that you should never miss on your bike tour to view the clock which was installed in 1410. You will also have the opportunity to see the third oldest astronomical clock in the entire world which is still in operation to date. You can also see other historical features along the way as you ride to the astronomical clock.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
IDEAL FOR: SMALL GROUPS
HIGHLIGHTS: Old Town

9. Jan Hus Memorial

Prague Jan Hus statue. Photo by Petr Vilgus. Wikimedia Commons

A ride to the magnificent Jan Hus Memorial is one that you will always enjoy no matter how many times you visit the place. The memorial was unveiled in 1915 as a way of commemorating the 500th anniversary of Jan Hus’s martyrdom. The monument is especially very significant for the residence as a symbol of strength against oppressive regimes.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE TOUR ON SCROOSER
IDEAL FOR: SMALL GROUPS
HIGHLIGHTS: Vltava River, Prague Castle, Dancing House, the Old Town

10. Franz Kafka Museum

Upon visiting Prague, ensure that you don’t miss the bike tour to Franz Kafka Museum where you will see some very unique features. Most of the features in the museum were influenced by Franz Kafka’s ideas which have given the museum unique characteristics. There is a unique statue of two men who are urinating in a lake that has the shape of the Czech Republic. The museum also hosts several copies of Kafka’s original letters, drawings, diaries, and books that were created by Kafka.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION
BOOK THIS TOUR WITH US: PRAGUE ELECTRIC BIKE TOUR
IDEAL FOR: FAMILIES, SMALL GROUPS
HIGHLIGHTS: Charles Bridge, the paintings, the banned works, the Kafka map,

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