Gabriel Travel
Gabriel Travel
Whether you’re catching a morning train or squeezing in a few more hours before your flight, your final day in Prague is the perfect time to slow things down. Here’s how to make the most of it—no rushing, just soaking in the last bits of magic.
Depending on how much time you have, you could:
As your trip winds down, it’s a great moment to pick up a little piece of Prague to take home.
Prague souvenirs divide sharply between tourist trap and genuinely beautiful. Here is our local guide to what is actually worth buying:
Manufaktura — if we had to send every visitor to just one souvenir shop, it would be Manufaktura. This Czech chain has quietly become one of the city’s most trusted names in natural cosmetics and spa products — beeswax creams, beer-based shampoos, herbal soaps — all made locally, all genuinely good. You will find branches everywhere, including the airport, so there is no excuse to leave Prague empty-handed.
Moser — if budget allows, a piece of Moser crystal is the most enduring Prague souvenir available. One of the country’s most prestigious glassmakers, founded in Karlovy Vary in 1857, Moser glass is entirely lead-free and hand-blown by master craftsmen. Their Old Town flagship store on Na Příkopě is worth visiting even if only to admire the pieces.
Other local favourites worth knowing:
Botanicus — natural cosmetics and herbal products made on a historic farm outside Prague. Their Týn Courtyard shop in the Old Town is beautiful and the products are genuinely high quality.
Artel Glass — for contemporary Czech crystal with modern design at a premium price point. Located in Malá Strana near Charles Bridge — worth the detour for design-conscious shoppers.
Klára Nademlýnská — Czech fashion designer with a boutique on Dlouhá Street. Unique, wearable, genuinely Czech contemporary design that travels well.
A quick note on what not to buy — as local guides we see visitors make the same souvenir mistakes repeatedly.
Avoid anything sold from market stalls directly on Old Town Square — these are almost exclusively mass-produced imports with no connection to Czech craftsmanship. The Old Town Square area is saturated with cheap souvenir shops selling identical matryoshka dolls, Kafka magnets and crystal that is not actually Czech-made. Look for the “Czech product” marking and buy from established shops rather than market stalls.
The rule of thumb — if a shop is directly on the main tourist route between Old Town Square and Charles Bridge, its prices are inflated and its quality is variable. One street back in any direction and both improve significantly.
Prague’s islands and parks are among its most underappreciated attractions — and perfect for a final morning when you want peace rather than sightseeing.
Střelecký ostrov — Shooters Island
The closest island to the National Theatre — accessible via a footbridge from the Vltava embankment. Shaded by large trees, with benches facing the river in both directions. Almost no tourists — almost entirely local. The breakfast café on the island opens early and serves excellent coffee with a riverfront terrace.
Císařský ostrov — Emperor’s Island
Further north near Holešovice — a nature reserve island with forest paths, birdwatching and complete tranquility. The largest island on the Prague stretch of the Vltava. Reached by a small ferry from Císařský ostrov landing near Holešovice tram stop. Perfect for families who want to see a completely different side of Prague.
Cihelna Park
The riverside park below Prague Castle on the Malá Strana bank — the images you already have show exactly why this is worth a final morning visit. The Charles Bridge view from the park is one of the most photographed in Prague and it is free, open 24 hours and never particularly crowded before 9am.
Prefer something central? Stroll through one of the city’s beautiful downtown parks, many of which offer great views and quiet corners to reflect on your trip.
Prague’s historic café culture is one of the city’s most underappreciated pleasures — a tradition dating from the Habsburg era when cafés served as meeting places for writers,
intellectuals and revolutionaries. Your final morning deserves at least one hour in a genuinely historic space.
Café Slavia — the most famous
Directly on the Vltava embankment opposite the National Theatre, Café Slavia has been operating since 1884. Václav Havel, Rainer Maria Rilke and Jaroslav Seifert all sat here.
The Art Deco interior — largely unchanged since the 1930s — the river views and the faded elegance make it genuinely atmospheric. Order the apple strudel. Go before 10am to find a window table.
Café Louvre — the intellectual’s choice
Franz Kafka and Albert Einstein both frequented this first floor café on Národní třída. The billiard room at the back is still operational. High ceilings, marble tables, attentive service and a menu that stretches from breakfast through lunch make it perfect for a final unhurried morning.
Grand Café Orient — the world’s only Cubist café
Located on the first floor of the House of the Black Madonna — the building you visited on Day 3. The only Cubist-style café in the world, designed by Josef Gočár in 1912. The interior — Cubist furniture, geometric lamps, angular details — is extraordinary and unlike any other café space in Europe. The coffee is good, the cakes are excellent, and the design is genuinely unmissable for architecture enthusiasts.
Kavárna Obecní dům — the most spectacular
Inside the Municipal House — the Art Nouveau landmark from Day 3. The café space beneath the main building is one of Prague’s most visually stunning interiors — marble columns,
mosaic floors, Art Nouveau painted ceilings. Prices are higher than average but the setting justifies it for a special farewell breakfast or coffee.
Whether it’s Café Slavia, Café Louvre, or a lesser-known gem, it’s the perfect place to pause, sip, and let the memories sink in.
And there you have it—your final day in Prague, quiet but meaningful. A souvenir in your bag, a view in your heart, and the soft hum of the city lingering just a little longer.
Most visitors leave Prague on Day 4 — here is the practical information you need:
By bus — cheapest option:
Bus 119 from Nádraží Veleslavín metro station (line A) runs every 5-10 minutes to Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Journey time approximately 20 minutes. Buy a 32 CZK ticket from the
metro ticket machine — standard Prague public transport.
By taxi or rideshare:
Fixed price taxis from the Old Town to the airport run approximately 600-700 CZK. Bolt and Uber both operate in Prague and are significantly cheaper than street taxis. Allow 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.
By airport express bus:
AE (Airport Express) runs from Prague Main Station (Hlavní nádraží) every 30 minutes. Ticket 60 CZK. Journey approximately 35 minutes. Good option if you are staying near the
main train station.
Allow extra time during morning rush hours (7-9am) when traffic on the airport road can add 20-30 minutes to journey times.
