8-Day Czechia Road Trip from Prague traveling south to Olomouc, České Budějovice, and Plzeň

Your road trip adventure in Czechia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Prague. You’ll stay in Prague for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Prague has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Charles Bridge. This attraction is a stone bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 142,536 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Prague, Kantýna. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,694 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Prague is U Kroka. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,515 customers.

Locals recommend Sia Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Prague. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,997 customers.

Prague also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Prague is Hemingway Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,897 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Prague is U Tellerů. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Locals also enjoy U Parlamentu. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,974 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Czechia!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Prague, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Prague.

Today you'll explore the city of Prague. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Old Town Square. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 89,722 visitors.

Prague Astronomical Clock is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Prague. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 52,905 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Prague is St. Vitus Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 71,138 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Prague Castle. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 151,010 visitors. Each year, approximately 512,800 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Prague.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Petřín Lookout Tower. This observation tower is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 25,096 visitors. Petřín Lookout Tower hosts around 234,200 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Czechia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Prague.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Prague, like V Zátiší. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,190 customers.

Lokál is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Prague. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,249 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Prague, Anonymous Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,644 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Červený Jelen / Red Stag. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,102 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Czechia!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Prague, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Prague.

Today you'll explore the city of Prague. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Vyšehrad. As one of the top sights in the area, around 45,878 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 41,933 visitors.

Dancing House is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Prague. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,527 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Prague is Lennon Wall. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 37,612 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Powder Tower. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,349 visitors. Each year, approximately 27,072 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Prague.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Czechia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Prague.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Prague, like Kozlovna Apropos. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,062 customers.

U Parlamentu is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Prague. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,974 customers.

Locals enjoy U Pivrnce, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Prague. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,844 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Prague, Black Angel's Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,859 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like NIGHTMARE Prague Horror Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,178 customers.

OSSEGG Praha - Pivovar & Restaurace is another of the best bars in the city of Prague. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,264 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Czechia!

Day 4 of your road trip through Czechia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Trutnov and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Olomouc. You will stay in Olomouc for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Trutnov is the amazing Royal Forest Dam. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,395 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Trutnov by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Czechia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Olomouc, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Entrée Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Olomouc. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,737 customers.

Locals also recommend The Kathmandu Nepali Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Olomouc. The Kathmandu Nepali Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 975 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Olomouc is The BLACK STUFF Irish Pub & Whisky Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

After dinner, visit Drapal Restaurant, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Olomouc. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,489 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Svatováclavský pivovar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Czechia!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Czechia. Today, you'll wake up in Olomouc and embark on a scenic drive to Ceske Budejovice, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Olomouc and Lednice before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Olomouc. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Horní náměstí. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,036 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Saint Wenceslas Cathedral Olomouc. This attraction, a beloved church, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,759 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Olomouc is the stunning Smetana's Gardens. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,352 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Lednice and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Lednice has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Lednice–Valtice Cultural Landscape. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 22,764 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Lednice Castle. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 19,619 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 256,000 yearly visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Lednice, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Ceske Budejovice. When you arrive in Ceske Budejovice you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like BRIO Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,318 customers.

Locals also recommend Poetic Cocktail Bar Žlutá Ponorka, another of the best restaurants in Ceske Budejovice. Poetic Cocktail Bar Žlutá Ponorka is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurace Masné krámy. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,907 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Minipivovar Krajinská 27 to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Ceske Budejovice, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Czechia, and look forward to more great days to come!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Český Krumlov is the amazing Český Krumlov Castle. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,157 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 196,400 people visit Český Krumlov Castle every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible The Castle Garden. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,021 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Český Krumlov is another excellent way to spend your new day in Czechia. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Czechia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Czechia’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Czechia’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Český Krumlov Castle for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,157 visitors. Each year, Český Krumlov Castle is visited by more than 196,400 travelers, so don't miss out!

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding The Castle Garden. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,021 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Šumava National Park. This attraction, a stunning park, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,734 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Castle Blatná. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,936 travelers, this is one attraction many highly recommend.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Plzeň.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Delish, one of the best restaurants in the city of Plzeň. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,269 customers.

Locals also recommend Pivstro - Brewhemian Beer Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Plzeň. Pivstro - Brewhemian Beer Bistro is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,085 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Plzeň is Parkan. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,383 customers.

After dinner, visit Pivotečka, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Plzeň. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Na Spilce. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,014 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Czechia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Czechia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Plzeň. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Prague. You’ll stay in Prague for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Plzeň’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Plzeň, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cathedral of St. Bartholomew. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,433 visitors. Each year, around 50,412 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Náměstí Republiky, Plzeň. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,295 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pilsner Urquell Brewery to make the most of your road trip across Czechia. The spectacular Pilsner Urquell Brewery is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,089 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Plzeň has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Prague. Prague offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Maitrea restaurace. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,593 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurace Mincovna is another top restaurant in Prague we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,900 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Prague, the fantastic Gastro Bar 1401 Praha. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,066 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Czechia!

Day 8 of your road trip in Czechia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Prague before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Letná Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Prague. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,889 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Prague and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Czechia.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Prague at Restaurant Mlýnec before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,287 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurace Tiskárna for your last chance at a meal in the city of Prague. The Restaurace Tiskárna restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,221 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Červený Jelen / Red Stag. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,102 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Prague. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Czechia!