Why is Prague in January a must-visit?
The idea of visiting Prague in winters, when the chill is stiffening seems to be mad at first, but winters add some snowy magic to its scenic grandeur & a blissful peace. Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is considered to be the winter wonderland of Europe, as a city right out of the fairy tale.
Summers in the city are extremely overwhelming with flocking tourists, selfie sticks, bustling streets & souvenir sellers. While visiting Prague in January, after the new year celebrations, means fewer tourists, profitable deals at hotels, cheap airfares, alluring warm food, low priced items & the freedom to explore the city at its best.
Moreover, the cold weather is a great excuse for drinking mulled wine and eating all the hearty traditional Czech food in Prague!
Prague Weather in January
The month of January is the coldest of the year, with daytime temperatures rarely exceeding 2°C. There are 6-7 hours of daylight on average per day, with a lot of cloud cover by the end of the month. Because of the chilly and rainy weather, humidity levels are expected to be high for the majority of the month strengthening the freeze.
Prague in January : Things to do
Despite the cold, snow, and wind, the mother of cities is worth exploring in winters. Here's a list of 10 things that you shall not miss during your trip to Prague:
1
Prague Castle
January Timings
Prague Castle Complex: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Historical Buildings: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
119 08 Prague 1,
Czechia
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2
St. Vitus Cathedral
St. Vitus Cathedral, the largest and the most prominent temple in Prague. Coronations of Czech kings and queens, saints, sovereigns, noblemen, and archbishops have been buried in this cathedral. Satiate your historic architecture and spiritual callings here within the quiet winter bliss.
January Timings
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Great Tower of St. Vitus Cathedral : 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
III. nádvoří 48/2, 119 01 Praha 1,
Czechia
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3
The Prague National Museum
The Prague National Museum houses around 14 million pieces from many fields like art, science, history, natural history, music, and librarianship stored in dozens of buildings. It is one of the most popular destinations in Prague to learn about the historical and scientific significance of the city throughout the Middle Ages. It's heaven for all the art and history buffs.
January Timings
9 AM - 6 PM
Václavské nám. 68, 110 00 Nové Město,
Czechia
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4
Vltava River Cruise
On a famous Vltava Riverboat trip, discover the beauty of Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Kampa Island, and other landmarks of Prague from the waters of the longest river of the Czech Republic, the Vltava. This 1-hour cruise trip offers panoramic views of the City of a Thousand Spires and is suitable for all families and individuals.
January Timings
Timings vary according to the chosen cruise
Prague,
Czechia
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