7-Day Czech Republic Road Trip from Carlsbad traveling east to Jičín and Prague

Your road trip adventure in the Czech Republic begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Carlsbad. You’ll stay in Carlsbad for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Carlsbad has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Park Colonnade. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,704 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 Carlsbad, BAGEL Lounge. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,994 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carlsbad is Staroslovanská kuchyně Karlovy Vary. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,982 customers.

Locals recommend Špunt & Knoflík Company as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carlsbad. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,266 customers.

Carlsbad also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Carlsbad is The Thomas Restaurant - Carlsbad / Karlovy Vary. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,484 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Carlsbad is Slash Bar Karlovy Vary. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 231 customers.

Locals also enjoy Escobar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 156 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in the Czech Republic!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Czech Republic, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Carlsbad. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Jičín. You’ll stay in Jičín for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Carlsbad’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Carlsbad, start your day with a visit to the amazing Saint Peter and Paul Cathedral, Karlovy Vary. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,975 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Mill Colonnade. This colonnade and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,623 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Vřídelní kolonáda to make the most of your road trip across Czech Republic. The spectacular Vřídelní kolonáda is a colonnade that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,457 visitors.

The lovely Market Colonnade is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,408 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Rozhledna Diana. This attraction is an observation tower rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 10,307 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Carlsbad has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Jičín. Jičín 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 Castle and Chateau Old Castles. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,327 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in the Czech Republic!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Czech Republic. Today, you'll wake up in Jičín and embark on a scenic drive to Prague, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Jičín and Janské Lázně 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 Jičín. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Krkonoše National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,887 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Timber Trail, Krkonoše. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,066 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Jičín is the stunning Royal Forest Dam. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,193 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated zoo in Jičín. The popular Dvůr Králové Zoo is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,849 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city. It’s estimated around 450,900 people visit this attraction each year.

Wave goodbye to Trutnov 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 Janské Lázně has to offer.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Janské Lázně, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Prague. When you arrive in Prague 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 Kantýna. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,694 customers.

Locals also recommend Brasileiro Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Prague. Brasileiro Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,183 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Sia Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,997 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Hemingway Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Prague, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,897 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurace Malostranská beseda. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurace Malostranská beseda has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,195 customers.

U Parlamentu is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,974 customers.

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

On day 4 of your road trip across Czech Republic, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Prague. You’ll stay in Prague for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Michael, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Prague. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,780 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Prague is the 5-star Iron Gate Hotel & Suites. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,093 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Prague is the 3-star a&o Prague Rhea. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 20,775 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Prague, like the outstanding Prague Astronomical Clock. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,492 visitors.

Old Town Square is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Prague. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 103,139 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Prague is the extraordinary Letná Park. This park is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 25,680 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible St. Vitus Cathedral. Around 80,048 visitors have given this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Prague Castle. Prague Castle is a popular castle, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 167,293 travelers. Around 512,800 people visit this castle each year.

Come to Prague prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Prague.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Prague.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Bílá Kráva - steaky a francouzská venkovská kuchyně, after your day of exploring the city of Prague. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,843 customers.

V Zátiší is another of the best restaurants in the city of Prague. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,190 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Prague is Café Louvre. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,246 customers.

Locals recommend Lehká hlava - vegetarian restaurant, one of the best bars in the city of Prague, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,152 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Prague, Anonymous Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,644 customers.

Červený Jelen / Red Stag is also one of the best bars in the city of Prague. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,102 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in the Czech Republic.

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Prague has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Prague by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Prague. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Prague, like the extraordinary Nature Park Draháň-Troja. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,832 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Prague, which gets around 1,445,126 annual visits, is the spectacular Prague Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 56,551 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Charles Bridge. This stone bridge has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 160,223 visitors.

Lennon Wall is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular destination among visitors in Prague. Rated at an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 38,695 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Petřín Lookout Tower. Petřín Lookout Tower is an observation tower and popular attraction in Prague. More than 28,408 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 234,200 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Prague does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Prague on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in the Czech Republic, be sure to eat at Lokál, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Prague. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,249 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Prague is the popular Kozlovna Apropos. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,062 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Prague is Restaurace Hybernská. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,779 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Black Angel's Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Prague for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,859 customers.

The Grand Mark Prague is another of the most popular bars in the city of Prague. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,426 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Prague is NIGHTMARE Prague Horror Bar. NIGHTMARE Prague Horror Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,178 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Prague!

Day 6 of your road trip through Czech Republic gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Prague and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Carlsbad. You will stay in Carlsbad for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Prague is the amazing Powder Tower. As such, over 27,072 people visit Powder Tower yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,106 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible national museum, Národní Muzeum (National Museum, Prague). With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,095 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Prague is the outstanding Franz Kafka - Rotating Head by David Cerny. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,527 visitors. Approximately 27,072 travelers come to Prague every year to see the stunning Powder Tower with their own eyes.

The spectacular Dancing House is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating office building and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 53,539 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Vyšehrad. This attraction is a popular fortress that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 45,689 visitors. Vyšehrad hosts around 45,878 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

You can make the most of your new day in Prague 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 the Czech Republic. 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 Carlsbad, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Velkopopovická Karlovy Vary, one of the best restaurants in the city of Carlsbad. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Locals also recommend Ventura pub - Evropák as one of the best restaurants in the city of Carlsbad. Ventura pub - Evropák is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,827 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Carlsbad is Smíchovský pavilon. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,885 customers.

After dinner, visit Foggy Karlovy Vary shisha lounge bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Carlsbad. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like California Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 322 customers.

Alternatively, Ratini is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Carlsbad. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 214 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip in the Czech Republic is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Carlsbad 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.

Smetana orchards is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Carlsbad. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,961 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Carlsbad at U Křížovníků before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,090 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Charleston restaurant Karlovy Vary for your last chance at a meal in the city of Carlsbad. The Charleston restaurant Karlovy Vary restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 869 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurace La Hospoda Karlovy Vary. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 807 customers.

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