5 Day Prague Budget Itinerary
Stretch five days in Prague with free viewpoints, tram-friendly neighborhoods, low-cost beer halls, and one affordable day trip. This budget plan avoids overpaying around Old Town Square while still covering the castle, Charles Bridge, Mala Strana, Letna, Vysehrad, and local food stops. Built for backpackers and value-conscious couples, the itinerary uses public transport, free-entry timing, and smart neighborhood choices. Fork it to swap paid interiors, hostel locations, and Cesky Krumlov versus Kutna Hora costs.
Budget Breakdown
Per person, excluding flights
Per person ยท excludes flight ยท 5 days ยท varies by season
Where to Stay
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Daily Costs
Per person ยท per day
Budget
Comfort
Splurge
Accommodation
CZK 600โ1,100
Hostel dorm or budget pension
CZK 2,000โ3,200
Central 3-star hotel
CZK 6,000+
Boutique Old Town hotel
Food
CZK 500โ800
Bakeries, pub lunches, groceries
CZK 1,200โ1,800
Restaurants and cafes
CZK 3,500+
Tasting menus and cocktail bars
Activities/transport
CZK 250โ500
Transit pass and select entries
CZK 800โ1,300
Castle interiors and day trip
CZK 3,000+
Private guide
One-Time Costs
Not included in per-day figures above
72-hour transit pass
CZK 330
Add single tickets or another pass for days 4โ5.
Kutna Hora train and entries
CZK 700โ1,200
Cheaper than many guided tours.
Flight Estimates
Return flights ยท economy ยท varies by booking time
London
$80โ$240
GBP 65โ190
New York
$520โ$950
USD 520โ950