Prague Castle Official Website — What You'll Find There

The official Prague Castle website is hrad.cz. It is run by the Správa Pražského hradu (Prague Castle Administration) — the body that manages the complex on behalf of the Czech state and the President’s Office. For visitors, it is the single most authoritative source of information: ticket prices, opening hours, closure notices, guided tour bookings, and event listings all originate here.

This guide explains what you will find on hrad.cz, how to navigate it as a visitor, and what to use it for before and during your Prague trip.

What Is the Official Prague Castle Website?

The main address is www.hrad.cz, with the English-language visitor section at hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors. The site covers both the tourist-facing visitor information and the broader institutional role of Prague Castle as the seat of the Czech President.

Do not confuse hrad.cz with third-party websites that include “Prague Castle” in their domain name. Several commercial sites use names like praguecastle.com, castleofprague.com, or variations of these. They are not affiliated with the Prague Castle Administration and may have inaccurate or outdated information.

What You’ll Find on hrad.cz

Opening Hours

The opening hours page is updated whenever hours change and is the most reliable reference for planning your visit. It covers the castle grounds, all historical buildings, St. Vitus Cathedral (including its Sunday noon opening), the Great South Tower, exhibition halls, and each garden with seasonal schedules.

For a full breakdown of the 2026 schedule, see our Prague Castle opening hours guide.

Tickets and Prices

The tickets page at hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/tickets lists the official admission prices for all circuits and add-on attractions. It also links to the authorised online booking platform for Main Circuit tickets.

As of 2026, the Main Circuit ticket (covering St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, St. George’s Basilica, and Golden Lane) is 450 CZK for adults. All prices on hrad.cz are the official rates — any significantly higher price elsewhere is a third-party markup.

Archive of Closures

Prague Castle is an active presidential residence and place of state. Portions of the complex can close without much advance notice for state visits, award ceremonies, or official events. The closures page lists: – Specific buildings closed on specific dates – Reduced opening hours for St. Vitus Cathedral on liturgical days – Garden closures for operational or ceremonial reasons – Full complex closures (rare — typically around Czech Independence Day, 28 October)

Checking this page within a few days of your planned visit is strongly recommended, particularly if visiting on or near a Czech national holiday.

Castle Map

The official visitor map at hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/castle-map shows the numbered locations of all buildings, gardens, ticket offices, toilets, and information centres. It can be downloaded as a PDF and saved to your phone for offline use. The same map is available in print form for free at every information centre inside the complex.

Guided Tours

Official guided tours can be booked: – In person at the information centre in the Third Courtyard (opposite the St. Vitus Cathedral entrance) – By email at [email protected] – By phone at +420 224 372 187 or +420 224 373 568

The official guided tour page also links to the reservation calendar for St. Vitus Cathedral specialist tours — 75-minute guided experiences of normally off-limits areas including the Royal Crypt and the St. Wenceslas Chapel. These are available in limited slots and tend to book up, particularly in peak season.

Audio Guide Information

The official audio guide (available at the Third Courtyard information centre) costs 350 CZK plus a refundable device deposit. It covers 96 stops across the complex in approximately 3 hours and is available in Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, and Korean.

hrad.cz also references the free mobile app “Archaeology of Prague Castle” — an app covering the archaeological remains beneath the complex, available at no cost.

Events and Exhibitions

Prague Castle regularly hosts concerts, art exhibitions, temporary exhibitions, and cultural events throughout the year. The events calendar on hrad.cz lists current and upcoming events, which can include: – Concerts in the castle courtyards and the Spanish Hall – Temporary exhibitions in the Riding School, Imperial Stables, and Theresian Wing – Special Open Doors events when normally restricted areas become accessible – The Summer Shakespeare Festival in the Burgrave Palace courtyard

Checking the events calendar before your visit can add a significant experience to your trip that you would not otherwise know about.

How to Get There

hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/how-to-get-to-castle provides official directions including all five numbered approach routes, with accurate current information on transport options. The page also carries the 2026 tram track closure notice (Pražský hrad and Královský letohrádek stops suspended 21 March–17 July 2026).

Is hrad.cz Available in English?

Yes. The visitor section is fully available in English via the language toggle or directly at hrad.cz/en. The site is also available in Czech, German, French, and other languages.

Can I Buy Tickets on hrad.cz?

The official website links to an authorised online booking service for Main Circuit tickets. For visitors who prefer an established international platform with their own currency, flexible cancellation, and mobile vouchers, authorised booking platforms offer the same tickets with additional convenience.

How to Use hrad.cz Before Your Visit — Checklist

1. Check opening hours — hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/opening-hours — confirm current seasonal schedule
2. Check the closure calendar — hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/archive-of-closures — especially if visiting around a national holiday
3. Download the map — hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/castle-map — save the PDF offline
4. Check the events calendar — look for concerts or temporary exhibitions during your visit dates
5. Verify transport — hrad.cz/en/prague-castle-for-visitors/how-to-get-to-castle — check for any current closures affecting your route
6. Book a guided tour if required — contact the castle by email or phone if you want an official castle guide