Prague Hop on Hop off Sightseeing Tram
Description
Hop on board one of the historical 'Line 42' trams and enjoy unlimited rides with your 24-hour ticket. Travel back in time as you ride past Prague's most iconic sites aboard the historic trams which date back to the era of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and up to the 1970s. See some of the city's most beautiful attractions, including the Prague Castle, National Theatre, Charles Bridge and Lesser Town along your route. Enjoy the freedom to hop off whenever a site catches your eye and explore the city to its fullest. You can board the tram at any of its stops. You will find the map and the timetable in the photos. From 21 March 2026, the trams depart every 30 minutes, after each circuit, there is a 30-minute break at Dlabačov stop. The route of the line may change due to exclusions.
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Itinerary
The extensive campus Clementinum (Klementinum) is one of the largest building complexes in Europe and was originally built as a Jesuit college. As part of the sightseeing route, it is possible to look into the hall of the Baroque Library, which is often described as the most beautiful in the world. It was completed in 1727, and its still open collection includes over 27,000 volumes of mostly foreign-language theological literature. The next stop on the route is the Meridian Hall, where there are original astronomical instruments used to determine noon. The tour ends with the Astronomical Tower, which with its height of 68 meters guarantees an unforgettable view of the center of Prague and Prague Castle. On the day of your Historical Tram Line 42 ride, you can take advantage of a 20% discount on one of the Prague towers after presenting the ticket. Nearest tram stop is Právnická fakultra stop.
New Mill Water Tower (Novomlýnská vodárenská věž) was built in the Baroque style in 1658 on what remained of the original Renaissance tower, destroyed by a flood in 1655. It supplied water to the lower New Town of Prague and served its original purpose until 1877. The Tower has undergone a complete renovation, and now houses an exhibition about Prague's fires in the past and a history of Prague's fire-fighters. On the day of your Historical Tram Line 42 ride, you can take advantage of a 20% discount on one of the Prague towers after presenting the ticket. Nearest tram stop is Dlouhá třída stop.
Powder Gate Tower (Prašná brána) is the monumental entrance by which the coronation processions of Czech kings entered the Old Town is one of the most significant monuments of Late Gothic Prague. Completed in 1475, the Powder Gate Tower, which formerly served as a gunpowder store, is still the starting point for the Coronation or Royal Route to Prague Castle. The viewing gallery is located at a height of 44 m. On the day of your Historical Tram Line 42 ride, you can take advantage of a 20% discount on one of the Prague towers after presenting the ticket. Nearest tram stop is Náměstí Republiky stop.
The National Theatre (Národní divadlo) is the Czech Republic's representative stage, built with funds from a nationwide collection and first opened in 1881, and for the second time in 1883 after a devastating fire. The spectacular exterior and interior decoration, richly embellished with gold, consists of masterpieces of 19th century Czech painters - Aleš, Ženišek, Hynais, Myslbek, and others. Visit drama, opera and ballet performances together with beautiful spaces unforgettable theater experience. Nearest tram stop is Národní divadlo / National Theatre stop.
The Old Town Bridge Tower (Staroměstská mostecká věž) is one of the most beautiful Gothic gateways in the world. The tower, along with the Charles Bridge, was built by Emperor Charles IV according to designs by Petr Parléř in the mid-14 th century. The gate to the Old Town was also conceived as a symbolic victory arch through which Czech kings passed on their coronation processions. For an unforgettable view, visitors must climb 138 steps to the viewing gallery. On the day of your Historical Tram Line 42 ride, you can take advantage of a 20% discount on one of the Prague towers after presenting the ticket. Nearest tram stop is Národní divadlo / National Theatre stop.
Strahov Monastery (Strahovský klášter) - this Premonstratensian monastery was founded in 1140. In the complex there is the church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the rare Strahov Library with a number of medieval manuscripts, maps and globes, the Baroque Theological Hall, the Classical Philosophy Hall decorated with frescoes, and the Strahov Gallery, one of the most significant Central European collections of Gothic painting, Rudolfian art, and Baroque and Rococo paintings. Nearest tram stop is Pohořelec.
Lesser Town Bridge Towers (Malostranské mostecké věže) are characterised by rare Gothic architecture and dates from the 15th Century. The tower originally served a defensive function, but today it is open to the public, including the gallery at a height of 26 metres. It offers beautiful views of the Vltava River and the historic centre of Prague. On the day of your Historical Tram Line 42 ride, you can take advantage of a 20% discount on one of the Prague towers after presenting the ticket. Nearest tram stop is Malostranské náměstí stop.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(60)
A nostalgic ride that took us back in time!
Very nice experience, a beautiful route to admire the city
This is a really cool way to see the city. It's nostalgic and fun, plus very inexpensive.
Nice experience in this vintage tram, perfect condition and friendly staff Discover the city differently
We enjoyed our ride on the old tram. We were, however disappointed with the fact that there was no commentary which meant you had no idea where you were and what was at each stop. There was an app however it was a paid app and we didn't want to sign up for it.
The older trams can give you a jolt as they set off and stop, but it’s all good fun! Staff on board are very helpful with their knowledge of Prague.
From stop 4 (castle) Strahov monastery. Visit much less frequented than the Clementinum and just as extraordinary. Thank you!
Dear Jacqueline, thank you for your recommendation. We’re glad that you visited places off the beaten path based on the recommendation from our staff. We hope you’ll visit Prague again. Kind regards, Prague City Tourism
We wanted to see Prague Castle again and did not want to climb the stairs so we took this tram. Happy because the ride is fast. Convenient because it is possible to get on and off this tram with the same ticket knowing that there are 20 stops to visit. If you have time to visit Prague, I recommend taking this Tram as it allows you to visit the main points of the city. We loved this tram on line 42.
Dear Jean Claude, thank you for your kind review. We’re glad to hear that taking Tram Line 42 made your visit to Prague Castle easier and more comfortable, and that the hop-on hop-off option allowed you to explore the city’s main sights conveniently. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the journey and found it a practical way to see many attractions. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you had an enjoyable stay in Prague. Best regards, Prague City Tourism
You need to get a map of the tram route in advance and decide what you want to see to make the best of the hop-on hop-off options. For anyone who loves vintage transport this is a great experience. However, it is NOT a guided tour with a commentary. Staff are very pleasant and helpful but the app that they advise you to download is entirely unsuited to providing a commentary; for large parts of the journey it says nothing, then it identifies three sights at once, trying to make it play appropriate information was extremely hard work and impossible to do and look at the sights. You also have to remember to cancel the app (not just delete it) to avoid an expensive, unrefundable subscription payment.
Dear visitor, thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We appreciate your helpful tips about planning ahead and are glad to hear you enjoyed the vintage tram experience and found our staff pleasant and helpful. We’re sorry to hear that the app did not meet your expectations as a commentary tool and that it caused frustration during your journey. Your comments about its usability and the subscription process are important to us, and we will be sure to pass them on for further review and improvement. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused and thank you for bringing it to our attention. Your feedback helps us improve the experience for future visitors, and we hope you still have fond memories of exploring Prague. Kind regards, Prague City Tourism
It was fun riding around in the old tram cars. They have several different cars ranging from the early 1900’s to the 2000’s. I loved the one with the wooden benches!
