🗺️ Parks and gardens of Prague: a route through 30 green places in the city

Prague is drowning in greenery. Almost every hill above the Vltava has a park, and in the center, behind palace walls, small gardens hide where tourists hardly ever wander.

We've gathered 30 parks and gardens in Prague: from the free lawns of Letná to the paid terraces of Průhonice Park. Each spot has a photo, a short write-up, and a practical block on entry and getting there. The most expensive ticket on the list awaits you at Průhonice Park: 160 Kč in high season (as of 09/2026, Průhonice Park pricing page).

We checked prices and schedules on 15.09.2026 so you don't show up at locked gates. We take data from the Botanical Garden website and the Průhonice Park page.

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What to know about Prague's parks and gardens

💡 In short:

Start with the free gardens in the center: Letenské sady, Kampa, and Vojanovy sady are open year-round and free.
Plan paid gardens ahead: you need a ticket for Průhonický park, Botanická zahrada, and the terrace gardens below Prague Castle.
Visit from April through October: Vrtbovská, Ledeburská, and Fürstenberská zahrada are closed in winter.
Save time for views: the best free panoramas open up from Vyšehradské sady, Riegrovy sady, and Letenské sady.
Prices and hours: 09/2026, verified on the Průhonice Park website and the Botanical Garden portal

1. Letenské sady

View of Prague and the Vltava from Letná Park

Letenské sady occupies a hill above the left bank of the Vltava. From the upper terrace, a free panorama of the Old Town, the river, and Prague's bridges opens up. It's one of the city's best viewpoints, and you don't have to pay for it.

A huge swinging metronome stands on the spacious platform. It appeared after the Velvet Revolution on the pedestal where a Stalin monument once towered. In the western part of the park, the cast-iron Hanavský pavilion in Baroque style survives, erected in the late 19th century.

On the eastern side, playgrounds and paths for rollerblading and cycling are set up. The Letná Beer Garden with the Staropramen restaurant operates in the park: in summer you sit above the city with a glass of beer and look out over the tiled roofs.

Getting there: Malostranská metro, then along the embankment to Čechův most; trams go to the park, to the Letenské náměstí stop.
Cost: free entry year-round.
Who it's for: for a city panorama without a ticket.
The catch: on weekends and at sunset the area around the metronome gets crowded, and in summer you have to hunt for a free spot in the beer garden.

2. Stromovka

Summer avenue and footbridges in Stromovka Park

Stromovka, also called Královská obora, is a large park in the center of Prague. It was founded back in the 13th century as a royal hunting reserve, and today it's an English landscape park.

Wide alleys and green lawns spread out in all directions, and Praguers come here for picnics. In summer, lilies bloom on the ponds among weeping willows, and waterfowl glide across the water. A rose garden with a strong fragrance stands apart, and year-round the park is decorated with conifers and blue spruces.

A planetarium operates next to the park, so a walk through Stromovka is easy to combine with a show.

Getting there: Nádraží Holešovice metro, then on foot; trams also go to the park.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for long walks and picnics with kids.
The catch: the park is very large, you can't cover it in one go; in summer the ponds get noisy with people feeding ducks.

3. Kinského zahrada

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Kinského zahrada, an English-style park on the slopes of Petřín. Rudolf Kinský bought the land here in the early 19th century, and the garden has carried his name ever since.

In front of the Kinský Palace lies a flat lawn with the oldest plane tree by the gatekeeper's house. Behind the palace, the climb up the hill begins. After the owner's death, his widow opened the entrance to townspeople, and later the city bought the estate from the heirs to preserve the garden for everyone.

Up the slope, the garden leads you to the lower pond with a sculpture of Hercules and to the wooden Carpathian church of St. Michael, built in the mid-18th century. From the upper terrace you get a view of the Old Town. The palace houses exhibitions of the National Museum and craft workshops.

How to get there: by tram to the Švandovo divadlo stop.
Cost: free entry.
Who it's for: families with children, there are playgrounds here.
The catch: to see the main sights, you'll have to climb uphill along long alleys.

4. Kampa

Kampa Museum on the Vltava riverbank with yellow penguins

Kampa, a small green island in the very center of Prague. On one side it is washed by the Vltava, on the other runs the man-made Čertovka canal, dug back in the 12th century.

The lower park with plane trees stretches along the riverbank, while the upper park climbs along Čertovka under centuries-old chestnuts, maples, and beeches. An old mill survives here, now home to a cafe with a view of the water, and the Kampa Museum of modern art operates nearby.

You can easily walk across the island from Charles Bridge toward Malostranské náměstí and not notice how the noisy tourist flow has been left behind.

How to get there: by tram to the Hellichova stop; on foot from Charles Bridge.
Cost: free entry.
Hours: in the warm season the park stays open longer, in winter it closes earlier.
The catch: in high season the paths along Čertovka are crowded with tour groups.

5. Obora Hvězda

Obora Hvězda, a forest reserve on the western edge of Prague. In the 16th century the Habsburgs built a hunting lodge here in the shape of a six-pointed star, hence the name. The interior paintings were done by Italian masters.

Today the star-shaped palace houses a museum dedicated to the Battle of White Mountain. The park has pavilions and benches, shady alleys run through beech and oak groves, and it's pleasant to walk here in any weather. It is open year-round.

How to get there: by tram to the Vypich terminus or to Petřiny and then on foot.
Cost: park entry is free.
Palace hours: the museum welcomes visitors from April to October, closed on Mondays.
The catch: you have to walk through the woods from the stop to the palace, and the museum is closed on Mondays.

6. Sacré-Cœur

Cobblestone path and blooming cherry blossoms in spring

Sacré-Cœur, a park on a high hill above Smíchov. Since the late 19th century this was the site of a convent of the Sacred Heart, and today it is a city park with well-kept lawns, flower beds, and hedges.

The slopes are laid out in tiers: the terraces feature playgrounds with a curved slide, rides, and outdoor exercise equipment. From the benches in the upper part of the hill you get a panorama of the New Town.

You can get here directly from the Nový Smíchov shopping center: a suspension bridge leads from the second floor to the park. There is also a regular climb up the stairs from Kartouzská street.

How to get there: Anděl metro station or by tram to the Anděl stop.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: families with children and anyone looking for city views.
The catch: the hill is steep, with a stroller it's easier to enter through the shopping center.

7. Chotkovy sady

Chotkovy sady was laid out in 1832 by order of Burgrave Karel Chotek. The site was previously vineyards, gardens, and vegetable plots, and knightly tournaments were held on the nobleman's grounds.

The park's main ornament is a romantic lake with flower-bed islands. A stream flows into it from a grotto: this is a monument to the playwright Julius Zeyer with marble statues of characters from his plays. On the lawn stands a sculpture of Pomona, the Roman goddess of fertility.

The southern part of the park has one of the best viewpoints in the city: from here you can see Prague Castle and the Vltava. A pedestrian bridge leads here from Letenské sady park.

How to get there: Malostranská metro station or by tram to the Chotkovy sady stop.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: a panorama of the Castle and the Vltava in one short stop.
The catch: the viewpoint is small, and on weekends people gather around it.

8. Žitkovy sady

Lawn of Žitkovy sady near the ministry building

Žitkovy sady lies between Palackého náměstí, the Vltava embankment, and the Emmaus Monastery. The garden has a simple layout: a rectangular lawn, trees, flower beds, and comfortable benches.

Its main feature is that the central part of the garden sits below street level, and you descend into it by stairs. On the eastern side stands a monument to the Czechoslovak legionnaires who died in World War I: a sculptural group of seven figures, one of whom holds a banner.

The park is usually quiet and only comes alive during holidays. It's a good spot to rest in the shade on the way from Charles Bridge to Vyšehrad.

How to get there: Karlovo náměstí metro station, south exit; or by tram to the Palackého náměstí stop.
Cost: free.
The catch: major roads run nearby, so if you want quiet, pick a weekday.

9. Královská zahrada

Glass orangery in the Royal Garden of Prague

Královská zahrada is the most stately garden below Prague Castle. It was laid out in the 16th century to the north of the Royal Palace, and by the 18th century it had acquired baroque features.

Here you'll see Queen Anne's Summer Palace with its arcades, the Míčovna ball game hall, the orangery, and the former villa of President Edvard Beneš. From the viewing path you can look down into the Stag Moat, where game was once kept.

The garden is open from April to October. The main entrance is near Prašný most, and the tram stop is called exactly that: Královský letohrádek.

How to get there: by tram to the Královský letohrádek stop; or on foot from the Castle.
Hours: April to October, daily; the garden is closed in winter.
Cost: free entry.
The catch: you can't get into the garden in winter, and in summer there are always tour groups at Queen Anne's Palace.

10. Vojanovy sady

Pond under a weeping willow in an autumn garden

Vojanovy sady hides behind a gray wall with an arch in Malá Strana, not far from Charles Bridge. Behind the gate begins a cozy English garden where peacocks roam freely.

Fruit trees and roses grow here, fish splash in the ponds, and medieval buildings stand among the greenery. Note the early baroque Chapel of St. Elias, shaped like a grotto, and the monastery wing with a 17th-century sundial. From the viewing terrace with the statue of St. John of Nepomuk you get a cityscape view.

Entry is free, and the garden is open from morning to evening. It's a rare case where you find silence and peacocks just steps from the tourist center.

How to get there: by tram to the Malostranské náměstí stop.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for a quiet stroll and photos with peacocks.
The catch: the garden is small; you can walk around it in half an hour.

11. Riegrovy sady

Vltava and the Legion Bridge in Prague in summer

Riegrovy sady occupies a green zone just behind Prague's main railway station. The park was laid out in the 19th century and named after the politician Rieger, whose monument stands here.

The landscape relies on a variety of trees and shrubs. In the central part there are playgrounds with rides for children, and nearby stands the Milk Tower (Mléčná bašta), a building in classical style. Inside the tower there's a cafe: with a cup of coffee, it's a great place to look out over the city center.

Many paths with benches run through the park, and the path to the embankment is full of flowers. It's open year-round; in winter they flood ice rinks and build sledding hills here.

How to get there: Jiřího z Poděbrad metro station; or by tram to the Italská stop.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for a walk with a view of the center and for families with children.
The catch: near the station it's noisy and crowded; it gets quieter deeper in the park.

12. Průhonický park

Průhonice Chateau above the pond in the park

Průhonický park is a large landscape park in the valley of the Botič River just outside Prague, and it's on the UNESCO list. Dark conifers contrast here with light deciduous trees, and the grounds are decorated with waterfalls and lakes with water lilies.

Collections of rhododendrons, irises, roses, and azaleas turn the park into a blooming garden. The paths are laid out so that every turn reveals new views. You can't always cover the whole park in one day, so come in the morning. In front of the neo-Gothic Průhonice chateau lies a pond where locals love to relax.

How to get there: Opatov metro station, then by bus to Průhonice; buses run regularly.
Cost: full ticket 160 Kč in high season, cheaper in the off-season (as of 09/2026, official park website).
Who it's for: for those ready to spend a whole day in the park.
The catch: entry is paid, and the park is outside the city, so without a car you need to add a bus ride.

13. Hostivařský lesopark

Botič Stream among trees in the forest park

Hostivařský lesopark spreads across the southeast of Prague around a forest lake and the Botič River. It's a popular recreation spot for both locals and tourists.

The main reason to come here with kids is the treetop rope park: suspended courses with obstacles several meters high and several zip-line descents. The yellow course is easier and suits children and beginners; the red one is designed for experienced climbers. The ticket price includes safety gear and initial instruction.

For a relaxed visit, there are benches, playgrounds, a small zoo, and swans on the lake.

How to get there: metro to Depo Hostivař or Strašnická stations, then on foot.
Hours: from mid-April to late October, during daytime hours.
Cost: the rope park requires a ticket; the forest park itself is free.
The catch: the courses operate only in season and during the day; there's no reason to come here in winter.

14. Kunraticko-michelský les

Lookout point at the forest edge with a city view

Kunraticko-michelský les is a large forest right within Prague's city limits. Oaks, spruces, larches, lindens, and birches grow here, and near the forester's house you'll see rare dawn redwoods.

The forest is rich in water: lakes, ponds, and streams appear at every turn. Near the Chapel of St. Wenceslas there's a spring where people come to collect water. The forest's inhabitants include hares, badgers, deer, squirrels, and pheasants; a small zoo houses domestic animals, and the forest's main rarity is a family of mouflons.

Deep in the woods lie the ruins of King Wenceslas IV's castle and a restored castle bridge. Trails and paths for rollerblading are laid out for walking.

How to get there: Roztyly metro station or by bus; entry is free year-round.
Who it's for: for running, cycling, and long walks in the forest.
The catch: it's a forest, not a landscaped park; after rain the trails get muddy.

15. Valdštejnská zahrada

Wallenstein Garden with palace and statues in Prague

Valdštejnská zahrada appeared in 1623 together with the Wallenstein palace complex. Today it's one of Prague's most elegant gardens.

Peacocks stroll across the lawns, goldfish swim in the pool, and a figure of Hercules stands on an island in the middle of the pond. The western side is decorated with an avenue of bronze sculptures of heroes from ancient Greek myths. Among the architectural details, the Venus fountain near Giovanni Pieroni's loggia with its colonnade and frescoes stands out, as does the large 17th-century grotto with stalactites.

The garden is open from April to October, daily from morning to evening. It's an easy walk from Malostranská metro station.

How to get there: Malostranská metro station or by tram to the Malostranská stop.
Cost: free.
Who it's for: for those who want to see a baroque garden in the very center.
The catch: it's a popular spot, so there are always tour groups during the day, and you can only enter the garden in season.

16. Divoká Šárka

Rocky slope and forest trail in Divoká Šárka

Divoká Šárka, a nature reserve on the outskirts of Prague and the city's largest green area. The name translates as "Wild Šárka," and it is tied to a legend about Czech Amazons and the maiden Šárka.

The landscape here is wild: deciduous forests alternate with conifers, meadows and clearings open up, and there are lakes, streams, and springs. Paved paths with benches and gazebos run through the reserve.

For active visitors, there are cliffs where climbers and slackline enthusiasts train, and paid swimming pools fed by the Šárecký stream. Underground tunnels and catacombs left over from the war years are carved into the hills.

How to get there: by tram or bus to the Divoká Šárka stop.
Cost: entry is free, the pools are paid.
Who it's for: those who want nature without going far outside the city.
The catch: the terrain is hilly and some paths go uphill, so it's better to visit in dry weather.

17. Vítkov

Vítkov, a park on one of Prague's highest hills. It's worth climbing up here for both the history and the view. In June 1420, the Hussites defeated the Crusaders on this hill, and a huge bronze horse with Jan Žižka stands here in memory of that victory.

At the base of the monument are the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the National Memorial complex. Peregrine falcons can be seen above the wooded park, and locals relax on the lawns.

Paths are laid out for walking, cycling, and rollerblading. A pedestrian tunnel runs beneath the hill, connecting the Žižkov and Karlín districts.

How to get there: Florenc metro station or by tram to the Ohrada stop.
Cost: free.
The catch: the climb up the hill is noticeable, so take your time and bring water.

18. Vyšehradské sady

Vyšehradské sady begins right behind the old gates of the Vyšehrad fortress walls. Praguers consider this place romantic and a little mystical.

Among the alleys and flower beds, there are many historical monuments. You'll pass the Devil's Columns, believed to be remnants of pagan sundials, and come to Vyšehrad Cemetery with the Slavín pantheon, where prominent Czech figures are buried. On the site of the former royal palace lies a lawn with sculptures of heroes from Czech myths.

Cozy cafes and playgrounds sit under centuries-old trees, and the observation deck offers a view of the city.

How to get there: by tram to the Výtoň stop.
Cost: free.
The catch: to see the main sights and reach the observation deck, you'll need to do a lot of walking, and some paths go uphill.

19. Parukářka

Parukářka Park at sunset with the Žižkov Tower

Parukářka occupies a high hill in the Žižkov district. The park got its amusing name from the profession of the last owner of the plot: he made wigs, and "parukář" is Czech for wig maker.

There's no major landscaping here. A wide green lawn surrounded by trees remains an island of natural greenery. People come here for picnics, and kids enjoy jumping on inflatable attractions. Bomb shelters from the last century remain inside the hill, some of which are now used as clubs.

From the viewing area of Parukářka, there's a panorama of the city, and entry is free.

How to get there: from Náměstí Míru metro station by tram, from Hlavní nádraží by tram or bus to the Olšanské náměstí stop.
Cost: free, at any time of day and year.
The catch: there's almost no landscaping, just benches and a lawn.

20. Botanická zahrada

Blooming azaleas in the Troja Japanese Garden

Botanická zahrada in Troja covers about fifty hectares and showcases flora from all continents. Here you'll walk through a Japanese garden with an artificial mountain stream, Japanese maples, rhododendrons, and bamboo. A separate section introduces Japanese symbolism and the art of bonsai, so the garden is interesting even for those who have already seen many botanical gardens.

Nearby lies the historic St. Clare's Vineyard with a wine bar: wine lovers will find local varieties here. Not far away, a sandstone slab is displayed with a dinosaur footprint about 210 million years old.

The main attraction is the Fata Morgana greenhouse. Under its glass, tropical and subtropical vegetation is gathered, and two large aquariums are connected by a glass tunnel. In the right tank, you'll see the underwater world of the tropics of Eurasia and Africa; in the left, plants and fish from the deep seas of South America. Plan the greenhouse separately: it's large, and exploring it takes at least an hour.

The garden is open year-round, but the greenhouse is closed on Mondays.

How to get there: Nádraží Holešovice metro station, then bus 112 to the Botanická zahrada stop.
Hours: longer from spring to fall, until early dusk in winter (as of 09/2026, official website).
Cost: ticketed entry, the garden and greenhouse are priced separately or as a combined ticket.
The catch: the greenhouse is closed on Mondays, and on weekends there's a line at the ticket office.

21. Zahrady na Valech

Viewing terrace of the Na Valech Garden overlooking Malá Strana

Zahrady na Valech was laid out in the 18th century on the site of the defensive ramparts that surrounded the slopes of Hradčany above Prague Castle.

Today, observation decks with belvederes on marble columns are placed along the length of the former defensive wall. On the base of the old fortress, you'll see a semicircular terrace with an obelisk, an old fountain, and interesting sculptures: angels with torches and a fountain with a statue of Samson.

The park landscape is built on flower beds and well-kept lawns, among which rare trees grow: catalpas, Japanese katsura, weeping beech, and Chinese dawn redwood.

How to get there: Malostranská metro station or by tram to the Malostranská stop.
Cost: free.
The catch: the garden entrances are not obvious, and it's easy to walk past the turn, so look for signs.

22. Havlíčkovy sady

Grébovka Villa in Havlíčkovy sady Park in autumn

Havlíčkovy sady, which Praguers more often call Grébovka, is the city's second-largest park. It lies in the Vinohrady district, and vineyards grow in terraces on its slope.

The park was laid out in the English style. About twenty-five bird species live here and more than two dozen tree species grow here, and at the top of the hill stands the neo-Renaissance Grébovka villa.

While walking, take a look at the rock cave grotto with multi-level labyrinths and viewing platforms. At the distillery, you can taste wine and then admire the city from the carved wooden terrace. The restored 19th-century villa with arches and frescoes is also interesting.

How to get there: from Náměstí Míru metro station by tram to the Ruská stop.
Cost: free entry year-round.
The catch: the vineyard slope is steep, so climb slowly.

23. Vrtbovská zahrada

Terraces of the Vrtba Garden overlooking Prague

Vrtbovská zahrada on the slope of Petřín is considered one of Prague's most beautiful Baroque gardens. It was created in the early 18th century, and as a monument of garden and landscape art, the garden is listed by UNESCO.

The garden is laid out on three terraces connected by staircases and ramps. At the foot of the first terrace, among French flower beds, stands the Salla Terrena pavilion with old wooden panels featuring birds, frescoes, and sculptures. Below, you'll see conical and spherical shrubs and a boxwood alley; above, a pool with a fountain.

The climb to the upper platform is rewarded with a view of Prague Castle.

How to get there: Malostranská metro station, then walk along Karmelitská street.
Hours: April to October, daily during the day; the garden is closed in winter.
Cost: ticketed entry.
The catch: the garden is small and paid, and exploring it takes less than an hour.

24. Františkánská zahrada

Franciscan Garden with the Church of Our Lady of the Snows

Františkánská zahrada, a small cozy garden in the very center of Prague. It was laid out back in the mid-14th century at a Carmelite monastery.

The layout is simple: a square lawn enclosed by a yew hedge, fruit trees, and rose bushes. On benches under arches covered with roses, it's pleasant to take a break away from Wenceslas Square.

In the center of the garden stands a Baroque-style pavilion, and nearby a sculptural group of three dancing fairies and a spring with statues of forest nymphs draw attention. In the heat, a fountain with a statue of a boy holding a shell provides coolness.

How to get there: Můstek metro station; you can also enter from Jungmann Square and from Vodičkova Street; by tram to the Václavské náměstí stop.
Cost: free.
Hours: the schedule changes by season; in summer the garden is open until late evening.
The catch: the garden is tiny, so it won't work for a long walk.

25. Ledeburská zahrada

Ledebour Garden terraces with staircase and statues

Ledeburská zahrada, one of the most beautiful southern terrace gardens of Prague Castle. It was created behind the Ledeburg Palace in the 17th century in the Baroque style, and the landscape shows Viennese, Italian, and French influences.

The garden is divided into a flat lower section and a sloping upper section, with five terraces connected by a steep staircase. At the end of the climb you'll come to a white-and-pink gloriette pavilion: from here you can see walls covered with grapevines and roses, trimmed evergreen hedges, and plants in large pots.

In the lower parterre section, the open garden hall is interesting, and the garden is decorated with a spring and a fountain featuring a figure of Hercules striking down the Hydra.

How to get there: Malostranská metro station or by tram to the Malostranská stop.
Hours: daily during the day, in the warm season.
Cost: ticketed entry.
The catch: the terraces are connected by steep staircases, so you won't be able to get up with a stroller.

26. Fürstenberská zahrada

Panorama of Prague from the Fürstenberg Garden terrace

Fürstenberská zahrada, a striking example of Baroque below Prague Castle. Natural corners here are combined with the vision of landscape masters, and the garden itself spreads across ten terraces linked by staircases.

Each terrace is decorated with trimmed bushes and trees shaped into various figures, rose gardens, and small pools with statues in the antique style. The terraces are surrounded by 18th-century balustrades and equipped with wrought-iron benches, where it's pleasant to rest before climbing higher.

It's best to start your visit from the lower section: as you climb, you'll discover ever wider views of the city.

How to get there: Malostranská metro station or by tram to the Malostranská stop.
Hours: daily from the morning; in April and October it closes earlier than in summer. From November to March the garden is closed.
Cost: ticketed entry.
The catch: there are many terraces and the climb is long, and in winter the garden doesn't operate at all.

27. Černínská zahrada

Černínská zahrada got its name from the owners of the palace it has surrounded since the late 17th century. Like many Prague gardens, it is visually divided into two parts.

The old section near the palace resembles a triangle in shape, enclosed by a high fence, and consists of four terraces. On the lower terrace, a sculpture of Hercules fighting a serpent and an arched garden pavilion built in the Italian style draw attention. After climbing the old staircase to the upper level, you'll enjoy the freshness of two fountains amid lush greenery.

The new garden behind the palace delights with natural compositions of various trees.

How to get there: by tram to the Pohořelec stop.
Hours: May to October, during daytime hours.
Cost: free entry.
The catch: the garden is open only in the warm season and not for long; in winter you can't get in.

28. Zahrada Na Baště

Na Baště Garden with shrubs and staircase

Zahrada Na Baště stands on the site of a medieval citadel that protected the city from the west. Today it is a refined Italian garden with touches of Japanese motifs.

The garden begins with a flat area with cypresses and yews, with gravel paths laid between them. Fragments of the ancient fortress survive here, decorated with a pergola with columns wrapped in vines. The northern part looks like a natural green massif.

The garden's main mystery is Plečnik's circular staircase, which connects it to the Fourth Courtyard of Prague Castle. Stand on the steps in the center and say a few words: you'll hear how the staircase changes your voice.

How to get there: on foot from the Powder Bridge; Malostranská metro station or by tram to the Pražský hrad stop.
Cost: free.
The catch: the entrance isn't easy to find right away, so approach from Prašný most following the signs.

29. Strahovská zahrada

View of Hradčany from the slope of the Strahov Garden

Strahovská zahrada stretches along the slope near Strahov Monastery. The large garden was laid out by monks back in the Middle Ages.

Alongside hornbeams and oaks, fruit trees grow here. At the garden's edge with the forest you'll see a confessional, and deeper in the forest you'll find a monastic hermitage, a natural sandstone cave. On the dam below the monastery grows a two-hundred-year-old ash tree with a broad crown.

The observation deck is located at the highest point, below the vineyard terraces. It's easy to reach by following the signs or climbing a wooden staircase. On the deck stands a white stone statue of the Mother of God above a defeated dragon.

How to get there: by tram to the Pohořelec stop.
Cost: free at any time.
The catch: to get up to the observation deck you need to walk uphill, and there are few benches along the way.

30. Seminářská zahrada

Slope of the Seminary Garden with a panorama of Prague

Seminářská zahrada spreads across the old Malá Strana district to the left of the Petřín funicular. On thirteen hectares, more than two thousand fruit trees grow here: plums, apple trees, pears, cherry plums, and almonds.

The lower part of the garden near the funicular is notable for a bronze monument to the poet Jan Neruda and a small fountain with figures of two boys. At the top there are many green lawns where people like to have picnics.

Along well-maintained paths you'll leisurely climb to a picturesque pond and fill up with clean water from the Petřínka spring. Near the summit stands a colorful Czech cuisine restaurant with a terrace and a view of Prague.

How to get there: by tram to the Hellichova stop.
Cost: free, at any time.
The catch: the climb up Petřín is long, so plan your time and bring water.

Prague parks and gardens on the map

All 30 places are marked on the map below: open it before your walk and build a route by district. The gardens in the center, including Letenské sady, Chotkovy sady, Vojanovy sady, and Valdštejnská zahrada, are close to each other and can be covered on foot in one day.

Parks and gardens of Prague

Places on the map

1Letenské sady Free panorama of the Old Town and a metronome
2Stromovka Former royal hunting reserve from the 13th century
3Kinského zahrada English park on the slopes of Petřín with a wooden church
4Kampa Green island between the Vltava and the Čertovka canal
5Obora Hvězda Forest reserve with a star-shaped hunting lodge
6Sacré-Cœur Hillside park above Smíchov, terraces with playgrounds
7Chotkovy sady Romantic garden with a lake and a view of Prague Castle
8Žitkovy sady Garden below street level, monument to Czech legionnaires
9Královská zahrada Representative 16th-century garden below Prague Castle
10Vojanovy sady English garden with peacocks in Malá Strana
11Riegrovy sady Park behind the main station with the Milk Tower
12Průhonický park UNESCO landscape park with rhododendrons and a castle
13Hostivařský lesopark Forest park by a lake with a treetop rope park
14Valdštejnská zahrada Baroque garden with peacocks and a stalactite grotto
15Divoká Šárka The city's largest nature reserve with cliffs
16Vítkov Hill with the monument to Jan Žižka and the National Memorial
17Vyšehradské sady Romantic park with the Slavín cemetery and Devil's Pillars
18Parukářka Hill in Žižkov with bomb shelters and a panorama
19Botanická zahrada Japanese garden and the Fata Morgana greenhouse in Troja
20Zahrady na Valech Gardens on the former defensive ramparts of Hradčany
21Havlíčkovy sady Grébovka, a park with terraced vineyards
22Vrtbovská zahrada UNESCO Baroque garden on three terraces of Petřín
23Františkánská zahrada Cosy 14th-century garden near Wenceslas Square
24Ledeburská zahrada Terraced Baroque garden of Prague Castle with a gloriette
25Fürstenberská zahrada Ten terraces with 18th-century balustrades
26Černínská zahrada Garden by the palace with fountains and a Hercules sculpture
27Zahrada Na Baště Italian garden on the site of a medieval citadel
28Strahovská zahrada Garden by Strahov Monastery with a viewpoint
29Seminářská zahrada Orchard by the funicular on Petřín

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

Which parks in Prague have free entry?

Most parks and gardens in Prague are open free of charge. Letenské sady, Stromovka, Kampa, Vojanovy sady, Riegrovy sady and Vyšehradské sady do not charge admission. You only need a ticket for Průhonický park, Botanická zahrada and the terraced gardens below Prague Castle such as Vrtbovská, Ledeburská or Fürstenberská zahrada.

Do I need a ticket for the gardens below Prague Castle?

Some of the gardens around the Castle are free, for example Královská zahrada, Zahrady na Valech and Zahrada Na Baště. The southern terraces, however, where Vrtbovská, Ledeburská and Fürstenberská zahrada are located, require a ticket. These gardens are closed in winter, so plan your visit between April and October.

How do I get to Průhonice Park without a car?

First take the metro to Opatov station, then transfer to a bus to Průhonice. Buses run regularly and the trip does not take long. Park entry is paid: a full ticket costs 160 Kč in the main season (as of 09/2026, official website).

Where is the best free viewpoint in Prague?

Several parks offer a panorama of the city for free. These include Riegrovy sady above Vinohrady, Letenské sady with views of the Old Town and the bridges, as well as Vyšehradské sady and Strahovská zahrada. Also go up to Vítkov: the Jan Žižka monument offers a wide view as well.

Are Prague's parks and gardens open in winter?

Public parks such as Stromovka, Letenské sady, Kampa and Obora Hvězda are open year-round and free. The paid terraced gardens Ledeburská and Fürstenberská zahrada below the Castle and Vrtbovská zahrada on Petřín close for the winter. The free Královská, Valdštejnská and Černínská zahrada are also closed in winter. In summer they are open daily, so it is best to plan your visit from spring onward.

In short: what to book

If you are in Prague for a few days and want to explore the gardens without rushing, decide three things in advance. It is easier to sort out the airport transfer before your trip: book a Prague airport transfer on Kiwitaxi.

If you want more than just a walk and would like to hear the history of the gardens and the Castle, take Prague tours on GetYourGuide. And tickets for viewpoints and museums near the parks are easier to compare in advance: Prague tickets on Tiqets.

The interest matrix is simple. If you have one evening, go for Letenské sady and Kampa. If you have a full day, head to Průhonický park or Divoká Šárka. If you are traveling with children, choose Stromovka, Kinského zahrada and Hostivařský lesopark.

Start with the free gardens in the center and leave the paid terraces for the second day: that way you will see both the center and the outlying parks without rushing.

Parks and gardens of Prague: 30 places for a walk, from free to paid