Czechia · VLTAVA RIVER CRUISES

The 15 Best Vltava River Cruises in Prague

34 tours  ·  from $16 a head

Fifty minutes or a whole evening, open deck or glass roof, buffet or nothing at all. These 15 sort the Vltava boats by what the fare actually buys, with departure points, running times and which ones turn below Charles Bridge.

Prague: 50-Minute Sightseeing Evening Cruise - Boarding at Pier 4 on Dvořákovo nábř.
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Prague: 50-Minute Sightseeing Evening Cruise

1.50-Minute Sightseeing Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 33,780 reviews · 50 min · from $21Our pick

Cruise the Vltava from Pier 4 for 50 minutes, passing Rudolfinum, Charles Bridge, Kampa Island, Prague Castle, and Štvanice Island. Choose indoor seating or the open deck, then follow the sights with audio in Czech, English, or German, a printed guide in 16 languages, or a mobile app. Drinks and snacks are available onboard.

“A great experience. The buildings and bridges all lit up were beautiful to see and it was delightfully warm inside!”

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Prague: Vltava River Night Cruise with Buffet - Charles Bridge and the first city views
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Prague: Vltava River Night Cruise with Buffet

2.Vltava River Night Cruise with Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 7,338 reviews · 3 hours · from $81

Spend three hours aboard a comfortable Vltava River boat, starting near Čechův Bridge and passing Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Dancing House, Rudolfinum, and Vyšehrad. A welcome drink, buffet dinner, live music, Wi-Fi, and a paper map are included. Tables seat six and may be shared.

“The evening we had a cruise was wonderful. Warm, no clouds and the overall family’s mood was great. The food is average on the boat however the scenery, live music and the boat itself was great. At some point we felt punished for not being smokers as they had a top tier with nice view and tables. Food and one welcoming drink was included in the price but other soft and alcoholic drinks you have to pay separately. Overall experience was nice! Thanks!”

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Prague: Panoramic Vltava River Cruise - Čech’s Bridge and the Giant Metronome
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Prague: Panoramic Vltava River Cruise

3.Panoramic Vltava River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 7,311 reviews · 55 min · from $16Best value

Cruise Prague’s Vltava River aboard Classic River for 55 minutes, passing Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Kampa Island, Rudolfinum, and the Giant Metronome. You’ll have Wi-Fi, an online audio guide in 24 languages, and optional drinks and snacks served on board. The heated lower deck suits winter outings, while the upper deck offers the best views.

“A lovely river cruise, lots of information over the speakers in English, very comfortable on board.”

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Prague: Sightseeing Dinner Cruise on Open-Top Glass Boat - Boarding near Dvořákovo nábřeží
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Prague: Sightseeing Dinner Cruise on Open-Top Glass Boat

4.Sightseeing Dinner Cruise on Open-Top Glass Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6,314 reviews · 3 hours · from $93

Spend three hours on a stylish open-top glass boat, with a welcome drink, Czech and international buffet, live music, and views of Prague’s illuminated landmarks. You’ll pass Charles Bridge, Dancing House, Vyšehrad, Petrin Hill, and Prague Castle. A window-seat upgrade guarantees placement in the retractable-glass section.

“Wonderful experience, very modern boat excellent service from staff couldn’t have been better”

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Prague: Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner - Boarding the Classic River at pier 17
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Prague: Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner

5.Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,235 reviews · 3 hours · from $61

Board the Classic River near Štefánikův most for a three-hour evening cruise through central Prague. Enjoy a buffet dinner, welcome drink, Wi-Fi audio guide in 24 languages, and views of Charles Bridge, Kampa Island, Dancing House, and Prague Castle. Drinks cost extra, and the route can change around the river locks.

“Brilliant evening with a lovely chilled atmosphere, Buffet food was great and catered for all. Food was replenished throughout the cruise with some nice cakes served later in the evening.”

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Prague: Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off, Castle Tour and River Cruise - Riding the green line through central Prague
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Prague: Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off, Castle Tour and River Cruise

6.Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off, Castle Tour and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,733 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $36

See Prague’s main sights by hop-on hop-off bus, then view Charles Bridge and Prague Castle from the Vltava. Your ticket covers the red and green routes, multilingual audio, and an English guided walk around the castle exteriors. Add the river cruise for an easy change of pace and fine city views.

“It was so interesting, Prague is very beautiful city”

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Prague Guided Walking Tour and Cruise with Authentic Czech Lunch - Charles Bridge at 10 a.m.
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Prague Guided Walking Tour and Cruise with Authentic Czech Lunch

7.Prague Guided Walking Tour and Cruise with Authentic Czech Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,627 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Spend six hours seeing Prague’s main sights with an English-speaking guide such as Ross, Tomas, or Jana. Walk across Charles Bridge, ride a tram to Prague Castle, visit the Jewish Quarter and Old Town, eat a Czech lunch, cruise the Vltava, and finish at the Charles Bridge Museum. Expect plenty of walking and a short boat ride.

“Great way to see a lot of Prague in a relatively short time. Our guide, Ross, was incredibly knowledgeable about Czech history, and he did a great job keeping us on track and on schedule. We traveled with our 2 year old in a stroller. The tour was mostly stroller friendly, but there are some sets of stairs to navigate. Totally manageable with 2 adults, though.”

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Prague: Canal Cruise Around Charles Bridge - Starting near Charles Bridge
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Prague: Canal Cruise Around Charles Bridge

8.Canal Cruise Around Charles Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,495 reviews · from $25

Take a 50-minute ride from Charles Bridge through the Vltava and the narrow Devil’s Channel, with views of Prague Castle, the National Theatre, and the Giant Metronome. You get headphones with commentary in 19 languages, a drink, a seasonal snack, and entry to the Charles Bridge Museum. Captain Radek has also been praised for his clear explanations.

“Very friendly staff. Nice warm drink and ginger bread before setting off. The headphones worked perfectly and the commentary was great.”

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Prague: Vltava River Lunch Cruise in an Open-Top Glass Boat - Boarding at Pier 3A
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Prague: Vltava River Lunch Cruise in an Open-Top Glass Boat

9.Vltava River Lunch Cruise in an Open-Top Glass Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,865 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Spend two hours on a modern glass-roofed boat cruising Prague’s Vltava River. You’ll enjoy a Czech aperitif, buffet lunch, live accordion music, and views of Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Kampa Island, the Dancing House, and Vyšehrad. Online commentary and maps help identify the sights, though there is no guaranteed live narration.

“Very nice and modern boat, friendly staff and good food! Would certainly recommend!”

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Prague: 45-Minute Sightseeing Cruise to Devil's Channel - From Čech Bridge to the heart of Prague
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Prague: 45-Minute Sightseeing Cruise to Devil’s Channel

10.45-Minute Sightseeing Cruise to Devil’s Channel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,467 reviews · 45 min · from $25

This small-boat cruise takes you from central Prague along the Vltava and into Devil's Channel, with views of Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Kampa Island, and Grand Priory Mill. A live guide speaks Czech and English, and past departures have featured guides such as Thomas. Winter boats are heated and enclosed. Expect a relaxed, intimate ride rather than a full meal cruise.

“Lovely boat trip very informative guide would recommend the perfect way to relax after a day of walking around!”

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Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise - The opening stretch and the best first views
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Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

11.Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,349 reviews · 50 min · from $21

Cruise Prague’s Vltava River for 50 minutes aboard a clean, modern boat with indoor tables, a temperature-controlled cabin, and an outdoor sundeck. See Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, and central Prague from the water. Use the app or printed guide for commentary, or simply enjoy the quiet ride with a drink from the onboard service.

“It was really easy to find the location and loved the boat giving a luxury cruise vibes. We took the morning session so less crowded! Am”

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Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise - The opening stretch and the best first views
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Prague: Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

12.Vltava River Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,988 reviews · 2 hours · from $32

Spend two hours cruising Prague’s Vltava River aboard a rotating selection of boats, with views of Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Vyšehrad, and the Smíchov water lock. Use the online audio commentary, map, and booklet as you go. There is no live guide, but you can buy Czech beer, wine, snacks, and other drinks on board.

“Staff on board were very attentive and drinks were lovey”

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Prague: Jazz Boat Cruise with Live Concert and Optional Meal - Three jazz sets over 2.5 hours
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Prague: Jazz Boat Cruise with Live Concert and Optional Meal

13.Jazz Boat Cruise with Live Concert and Optional Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,682 reviews · from $51

Spend 2.5 hours on Prague’s Vltava River with three live jazz sets, two breaks, and views of Charles Bridge and the city center. Choose a cosy indoor table or the covered upper deck, then add a three-course chicken, pork, salmon, or vegetarian meal. Drinks cost extra, and some tables may be shared.

“Small intimate setting, a great band and excellent food made this a wonderful evening. Highly recommended.”

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Jazz Boat: Popular LIVE JAZZ dinner cruise - What the 2.5-hour cruise actually feels like
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Jazz Boat: Popular LIVE JAZZ dinner cruise

14.Jazz Boat: Popular LIVE JAZZ dinner cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,009 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Board at Terminal 18 in Prague’s Old Town for a 2.5-hour evening cruise on the Vltava. You’ll hear three live jazz sets, enjoy dinner from four menu choices, and see illuminated landmarks from the water. Seating may be shared, and the welcome drink costs extra.

““It was pleasant and friendly, with good jazz music playing throughout our 2.5-hour cruise. We loved it.””

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Full-Day Prague Tour with Prague Castle, Lunch and Vltava Cruise - Prague Castle and Hradčany on foot
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Full-Day Prague Tour with Prague Castle, Lunch and Vltava Cruise

15.Full-Day Prague Tour with Prague Castle, Lunch and Vltava Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 921 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $75

Spend about seven hours seeing Prague by air-conditioned coach, on foot, and from the Vltava. Visit Castle courtyards, Lesser Town, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, and the Jewish Quarter, then enjoy a three-course lunch and a 50-minute cruise. Guides such as Helena, Maria, and Sofia have earned praise for clear local history, though the day requires steady walking.

“This is a must experience when in Prague. 1 hour bus tour to get familiarised then a walking tour, lunch and ending with an hours cruise on the Vltava. Helenka was a first class guide friendly and very knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this days tour.”

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★ 4.7Castle and Jewish Quarter Tour with Cruise and LunchFrom $100308 reviews
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