Take Prague’s most iconic mode of transportation up to the Petřín Lookout. Enjoy beautiful views of the Prague Castle on the ride up.
No one expects a cable car in the heart of an urban city. Why would a city have a cable car unless it’s right in the heart of the mountains? Well, Prague isn’t exactly in the mountains but since the Old Town is in a valley there are hills all around the city. Petřín Cable Car takes you up one of those hills to the famous Petřín Lookout.
Even though there are walking trails through the Petřín park, it’s well worth taking in the experience of riding the cable car up to the top of Petřín Hill. You’ll be blown away by the view of the city and the castle as you ascend up the hill. With rows and rows of trees in the park and the city skyline behind, you’re in for an amazing experience. It’s a short and sweet ride that isn’t mentioned enough when talking about Prague.
- Beam me up: the cable car ride up only takes about 5 minutes. Short and sweet with a stop along the way. If you’re hungry and want to enjoy some food with a great view then get off at the first stop where you can get some yummy food and great views at Nebozizek.
- The cable car is just a regular means of transport in Prague, so don’t go buying a second ticket if you already bought a valid ticket to ride the tram or metro earlier in the day. As long as it’s still valid of course! Prague’s not very friendly with riding public transport for free.
- It actually goes in both directions so you can take it up to the Petřín lookout tower or if you want some exercise you can walk up and then you can take the cable car on your way down instead!
- Majority of the upper half of the cable car is all glass so you can get some great views of the city on your ride up or down.
Tips and Tricks
- The John Lennon Wall isn’t too far away
- If you take public transport to get there you can likely go on the same ticket (confirm with a ticket officer)
- Even if the line-up looks long, it usually goes pretty fast
- Don’t miss the Petřín Lookout tower at the top
- During mid to late April, the Petřín Park is full of cherry blossoms
Getting There
- By Tram: 2 minute walk from Újezd. Tram 12, 15, 20, 22 and 97 (night tram) stop here.
Open everyday, 9:00 to 23:20
All seasons
24 CZK (regular public transport ticket)
Open; national COVID guidelines apply.
t’s unique and cool at the same time. It’s just a simple little cable car but we always have fun riding it up to Petrin.
— Dom & Jo, adventurous travel bloggers and Prague experts