Charles Bridge

Another must-see in Prague! Beautiful views. The Charles Bridge is a Medieval stone bridge that is just gorgeous to see. Pedestrian bridge, so no cars. Lots of statues and cool vendors line the bridge. I brought back many beautiful handmade art pieces & paintings from these artisans on the bridge. One of my favorite memories on this visit happened on this bridge - the super talented accordion player playing classical music - it sounded like a symphony.

One of Prague's most famous landmarks, the Charles Bridge links Old Town and New Town over the Vltava River. The stone arch bridge structure standing today has its beginnings as the replacement for the Judith Bridge destroyed by flooding. Instigated during the rule of Charles IV, it was completed in 1407 after 50 years, constructed of sandstone blocks, with towers at each end--the Lesser Town Bridge Towers and Old Town Bridge Tower. It served an important purpose as a trade route between eastern and Western Europe since it was the only way to cross the Vltava River until the mid 1800s. Sculptures of the saints were added later between 1683 to 1928, though at this point most of the originals were either significantly damaged or transitioned to museums, and replicas made to stand in for them. These are part of a number of restoration and preservation efforts in the past hundred years after damage occurred due to floods and disrepair over time. Recommended for a sunrise or sunset walk or jog, it's almost certainly filled with people during most hours of the day. It's a short walk (516 meters) and only takes about 7-8 minutes to fully span the length of the bridge, though most people will probably stop along the way to check out the 30 statues lining the bridge, admire the view along the river, or take a moment for a photo op. It's hard not to linger for a while longer, watching the fiery colors of the evening sky reflected into the flittering indigo ripples of the water at dusk.

The Charles Bridge is a medieval stone arch bridge that crosses the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in the early 15th century. A beautiful old bridge that swarms with tourists after 8am. I suggest getting there early for a great sunrise and very few people. Also great for pictures at sunset or at night as it is lit up. Definitely a must see when in Prague, just try and avoid the hordes of tourists.

Charles Bridge is a medieval stone arch bridge that crosses the Vltava river. Construction began in 1357 and was finished in 1402. The bridge is 1,693 ft long and 33 ft wide. Along the bridge are thirty statues- replicas of originals. We walked on the bridge while making our way from Prague Castle to Old Town. There are usually crowds of people on the bridge.

Karlův Most (aka Charles Bridge) is a must-see when visiting Prague! The stunning medieval architecture, incredible views of the Vltava River, and the statues lining the bridge make for a breath taking expierence! It's a perfect spot for photography and taking in the city's history. Even with the crowds, the charm and atmosphere are unforgettable. Highly recommend walking across and soaking in the rich culture of Prague. Whew chile! They just don't have architecture like this in the States.

Beautiful bridge, BUT...way too many people ‍ we were only able to see about 10% of the bridge, the rest are all heads and moving bodies We recommend go early if you want see the bridge and get some good shots before the crowd blocks it all. Otherwise, this bridge is beautiful with gorgeous water views and landscape scenes on both side. Definitely recommend @winedinenvacay

A short walk on the Charles bridge. Nice walk. Touch the golden dog. Photo ops and see Jehovahs name on the top of Jesus.

This is a MUST see in Prague! Beautiful panoramic views of the city and wonderful statues on both sides of the bridge. St. Norbert is proudly adorning the center spot on the bridge! Enjoy!!

Very cool Medieval bridge that is pedestrian with some cool statues of some important dead people, fictional and real. Be sure to see this early in the morning, before 10:00am or earlier, so you can actually take pictures of the bridge and enjoy the full beauty of it without the 1000s of tourists and dozens of annoying street vendors and amateur entertainers.

Many Lovely Strolls I Had Mornings, Afternoons, and, Evenings on This Medieval Bridge! Catching the breeze; watching the boats gliding on the Vltava River; bumping and smiling alike to locals and tourists; listening to street musicians; and, admiring one-by-one of the 30 statues and statuaries on this bridge! Sublime! CHEERS!

Interesting to Dissect the Mathematical and Historical insights Into the Gothic Charles Bridge Emperor Charles IV was fascinated with numerology. Czech legend states that Charles commissioned the construction of the Charles Bridge to begin at 5:31am on 9 July 1357 and he laid the first stone himself. This very specific time and very specific date were unique in that it created a numerical a palindrome (1357 9, 7 5:31). He felt that this formed a numerical bridge and this, coupled with some eggs mixed into the mortar, and would instill the Charles Bridge with additional strength to survive the floods and battles that had devastated prior bridges. The bridge, connecting Eastern and Western Europe, helped cement Prague's role as a major trade route. The bridge is also decorated by a continuous alley of mainly Baroque statues. Although many are replicas, they are still interesting to see, and each have unique histories. The Crucifix and Calvary statue has an interesting story that represents an evolution of history of the bridge and Prague. The original wooden crosses were damaged by the Hussites in 1419, replaced and then damaged by the Swedes towards the end of the Thirty Years' War. The remnants of that crucifix, and other of the original statues, can be found in the lapidarium of the National Museum in Prague. Eventually the "newer" wooden crosses were replaced with a sturdier metal version in 1657. In 1696, the golden Hebrew text, "Holy, Holy, Holy, the Lord of Hosts," was added onto this metal crucifix. In that year, the Prague authorities accused a local Jewish leader, Elias Backoffen, of blasphemy. As his retribution, he was forced to raise funds to place a golden "Kedusha", which refers to God, and hang this Hebrew prayer on the crucifix as an anti-Semitic mechanism to humiliate and degrade his contemporary Jewish community in Prague. In 2000, after American Rabbi Ronald Brown expressed his concern over the statue, Prague's mayor placed bronze tablets with explanatory text in Czech, English and Hebrew. Interesting histories and a must see in Prague.

Charles Bridge is one of the more touristy things to do in Prague, it is a pretty medieval stone arch bridge that crosses the Vltava river, it opened in 1402 with construction starting in 1357. As it is one of the more touristy things to do while in Czechia's capital, it seems no matter what time you visit, it always seems to be packed, it seems to be a point visited by tourists to walk along the bridge, get photos, and enjoy views of the city and the river, and also local youths to hang out, so the vibes can be a little uncomfortable at times, due to how busy it can be. It seems impossible to walk across the bridge without someone asking you to take their photo or running into youths, loiterers, pickpockets and scam artists. The bridge does have nice views of the city though, especially at night with the lights and old architecture. Impressive for sure, but far too densely crowded to enjoy and take in everything due to everything going on. 3*

Very cool bridge, can be a little chaotic with all of the people. There a statues that are detailed and some filled with legends. My best advice is to check it out on the riverside.

Boy do I miss traveling. When we went to Prague, I knew we had to stop at the well known Charles Bridge. This is a must for any tourist if you ask me. Being that its touristy, there will be lots of crowds and it will be tough to get photos without someone in the background. Being that it's also crowded, make sure you also stay alert on your belongings. There's a handful of vendors throughout the bridge as well selling art and random knickknacks/souvenirs. I say this is a must for any tourist since you can get a very nice view of the city and the Prague castle from the bridge. We did a sunset stroll and the sky looked incredible but it was def tough to get a nice photo since there was just a lot of people in the background. There is a few things you should keep an eye out on the bridge. What I knew I needed to see was the good luck statue/Statue John of Nepomuk. You'll see everyone rubbing the bronze plaques (there's one of St John being thrown off the bridge! and one with a dog). Tradition says that if you rub the one with St John, you will come back to Prague some day. I rubbed that one and of course rubbed the one with the dog because well... a good dog. We will see if one day I do return to Prague. Being that we all have gone through the pandemic and we are now hyper aware of germs, please please please wash your hands after touching any of these highly touched things

It's on the top of everyone's must-see list. So, I guess, I must see it too. I'm glad my Airbnb is next to the end of the bridge because it is a great place to walk and ppl watch. Many people say that it's too crowded but I enjoy seeing and hearing the tourists and where they're from. The bridge has some amazing views of Prague Castle and the Vltava River during the day and night. If you don't like crowds then come early mornings. We arrived in Prague at 9 am and the bridge was nearly empty. However, if you come around 10am to late in evening then you must deal with lots of people. This is a must-see in Prague!

The Charles Bridge is one of those things you should do on your first trip to Prague. It provides absolutely beautiful views of Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral. We were staying in Old Town and it's a quick 9 min walk to the start of the bridge. We did end up visiting a few different times of the day to get different experiences of views and crowds. Morning, just a few minutes before sunrise, was by far the best choice as we had the bridge mostly to ourselves and we were able to take some nice pictures. However, I do recommend seeing it at night as well. The vibe completely changes! While it is more crowded, the lights of the city are amazing. There are also artists (caricaturists) and some musicians lined up along the side for those that are into that kind of thing. So yes, definitely "touristy" but for good reason.

If you want to do the most touristy thing in the entire city of Prague, you'll find yourself crossing Charles Bridge (Karlův most). It's the Times Square / Piccadilly Circus / Shibuya Crossing / Hollywood Boulevard. Crazy busy and unless you're here at 5:00am, it's densely packed. I avoid densely packed. The bridge was completed in 1402. It does have a wonderful view of the city and the Prague Castle and there are three dozen statues of various Catholic Saints, the and contains a lot of history (like everything in Prague!). There's a nice view of the river, and along the bridge, there are 30 statues of various saints. The most famous and Insta-worthy is the one of John of Nepomuk thanks to his golden halo. The statue was installed in 1683. You will have some serious trouble getting decent photos due to the massive crowds and of course, anywhere there are crowds there are pickpockets so be especially aware. Even at night, the bridge is crowded. To quote the great Yogi Berra, "Nobody goes there anymore. It's too crowded." [Review 12246 overall, 2030 of 2019.]

The Charles Bridge is a pedestrian only walking bridge over the Vltava River. One of the most popular things to do is walk the bridge with s million other people. Its 600 years old and the statuary is made of sandstone. Statues celebrate important and loved people in Czech history. The bridge separates the old city from the new. Theres no charge for entry to the bridge. You'll find street vendors selling earrings, assorted jewelry, small paintings, characturies and more. If you look down from the bridge siding you'll see the ice breakers. Wooden poles set to break up ice as it came down river. These were installed hundreds of years ago. No longer needed but left in place for history. Beautiful panoramic views of churches, the city and all its glory. You'll notice an island towards the old city side...take the time to walk down to it and venture in. Theres a nice art display of babies and a museum. Nice park to relax in its worth it. Many people walk thier dogs thier. Czech it out!

Fantastic history as we strolled across this incredible pedestrian bridge. Expect crowds and street vendors on the bridge. It may be hard to take photos but it's completely fantastic. This bridge is lined on both sides with sculptures. One is a statue of Jesus Christ on a cross, encircled by gleaming gold Hebrew characters, including the Tetragrammaton (God's personal name in four Hebrew characters). An inscription on its base tells of a Jew who passed by one day in 1696 and supposedly spoke irreverently about the cross. Because of this, he was brought before the Royal Court of Appeal and was sentenced to pay a penalty. In payment he provided a gilded halo for the cross, with a scriptural citation in Hebrew.

So nice to see that the armies of WWII left this city and bridge alone during all this craziness that happened in the 40's. Unlike most of the other cities in Europe, Prague escaped pretty much intact. Because of this we are able to walk across this beautiful structure that Is over 700 years old! (Most of the other bridges in Europe had to be built and rebuilt multiple times because of war). I crossed it during the day and at night while I was in Prague. I recommend to try to do the same. Although it is extremely busy at all times, you really have to see the views of the city and the castle on the hill during the sunlight and when lit up at night. Romantic, nostalgic and entertaining. Street vendors and entertainers change throughout the day. Buy a potrait, take a picture or enjoy the violin player. This is another "have to see" in the beautiful city of Prague.

Picturesque bridge, good for photo shoots and leisurely walking. It does get super packed with a bunch of tourist, stop and slow traffic because everyone stops to take pictures and watch performers. Go and pay for the view at either powder tower at the end (or start) of bridge, you'll get a great picture of the bridge and a birds eye view of old town! Totally worth it. The only thing I hated was when there was a street performer, people would surround the performer but surround the performer in like a huge egg and leave extra space in between the performer and crowd. Bridge isn't that big so it takes space.

Charles Bridge (Karlův most), which crosses the Vltava River, is one of the most popular things to do in Prague. The bridge was built between 1357 and 1402 and contains a lot of history (like everything in Prague!). There's a nice view of the river, and along the bridge, there are 30 statues of various saints. The bridge can get quite crowded with tourists and vendors, and I was heavily warned about pick pockets, but I personally did not have a problem. It was just a little crowded, so getting a good photo can be difficult! I went around 10:30am in the morning, when I was on my way to Wallenstein Garden and Prague Castle, but I hear that the Charles Bridge is beautiful at night. [Yelp collections: Europe 2015; Prague, Czech Republic; Bridges and Castles; Cheap Thrills]

It's been since 2011 since I have been to Praha (Prague), so this review is long overdue. I was there for work. They had sent me and a friend of mine to Brno, Czech Republic for ten LONG weeks for training and I got to see tons of historic cool stuff. I had been to Praha (Prague) a few times while visiting their country and thought it was one of the coolest historic cities I had been too and I have been to quite a few. Well anyways, one stop was the Famous Charles Bridge. Tons of people will walk this bridge with you, so keep that in mind. Nice spot for picks.

Louis R is back in the building...or bridge. Louis R is a peerless writer but is feeling lazy today so he will just quote the following which is 100% on-point: "Europe is full of really, really old stuff and Prague makes no exception. Spared by WW2 bombings, Prague has mostly original buildings and architecture which is why we are able to still enjoy this bridge from the 1300s. It's pretty big, but I was glad to arrive at the crack of dawn; not only to beat the tour groups with their tevas, bucket hats, and selfie sticks but to see the sun rise. Charles Bridge is possibly the most touristy area next to the clock tower and city center but worth a peek for the history and it's stunning Gothic architecture." Louis R supports this message. Be like Louis R, travel internationally and quote stuff.

This is an iconic bridge which played a pivotal role throughout Prague's history, and you can really feel that when you walk on it. The details on the structure as well as the statues are really intricate, and show attention to detail. The views are really beautiful, regardless of which direction you look. Even more so at night: it is unforgettable to see the lighted statues with the backdrop provided by the illuminated Prague Castle. The towers on both ends of the bridge add to the dramatic and historical appearance. However, unless you go super early in the morning or really late at night, expect the bridge to be crowded, often times extremely so. There are also endless amounts of vendors and musicians during peak times.

If you are in Prague, you are *obviously* going to visit the Charles Bridge. I'll be honest, it was a little underwhelming. But it was still a lovely place to cross the river! Overrun by tourists and souvenir sellers, but no automobile traffic and a beautiful view of the Prague Castle and up and down the Moldau/Vltava River. It is crowded and will take you 3x as long to cross as you expect, with everyone stopping every few feet to take a picture of the statues or river or skyline...right in the middle of everything. Keep your stuff close to you, just in case. You're going to go here. Be patient, take your time and enjoy your surroundings!

It reminds me of Ponte Vecchio. It's not a nice bridge, but it's emblematic and you cross it several times while in Prague. Of course you'll find the typical artist selling their pictures, or playing music, or doing portraits. But the views from here are outstanding! Me hace acordar al Ponte Vecchio. No es un lindo puente, pero es emblemático y lo cruzas varias veces mientras estes en Praga. Por supuesto uno encuentra los típicos artistas vendiendo fotos, o tocando música o haciendo retratos. Pero las vistas desde aquí son impresionantes!

Charles bridge is one of my fave Prague monuments (and not just because it bears my last name lol). The structure is rich in history. The bridge, in my opinion, is one of the most beautiful medieval bridges in Europe - lined along both sides by decorative lamps and a variety of Gothic/Baroque statues depicting saints - some with interesting stories (see below) - and flanked by two impressive Gothic Bridge towers, one on each end. It's quite magical visiting at nighttime with the gorgeous Prague Castle in the background, or super early in the AM (both my strategies for getting some "alone" time on the bridge before it becomes SUPER SATURATED by tourists). Ok, so some little tidbits about the bridge - be sure to walk down the stairs on the sides (towards the middle) to visit Kampa Park and see the giant crawling babies (Cerny's works). Also allows for some great views from the East Bank - you will see many swans swimming along the shore. A visit to the Marina restaurant (restaurant on a boat which deserves its own review!) gives an amazing view of the bridge while you dine. Statues to note: 1) The Statue of St. John of Nepomuk (8th statue on the right hand if you are heading from Old Town Square towards the Prague Castle. If you don't want to count, it may be easier for you to look for the shiny-like-gold spot on the bottom of one of these statues) - According to a legend, St. John of Nepomuk was tortured to death after he refused to give away the confessional secret of the queen. And allegedly his tongue stayed preserved hundreds of years after his death - thanks to his honesty. Touching the falling priest on the plaque is supposed to bring good luck and ensure your return to Prague. However, don't get confused by the plaques of the shiny dog and woman (the Queen)! 2) A few meters before the Statue of St John (going back towards Old Town Square) on the same side is a small golden cross marking the spot where the saint's body was thrown into the Vltava river. You have to look for it carefully because the cross is resting on the bridge. Touch the cross and make a wish - it is said that it will come true within a year and one day! I'm always up for a super early/late stroll down the bridge to soak in the beauty that is Prague.

Nothing I write can really describe what I feel when walking around this area. As an American living in a country where some of the oldest structures aren't much older than maybe 200 years, and those are far and few in between, so to see and touch structures that date back five centuries here is amazing! Absolutely everywhere you look, the buildings, the bridge, everything is centuries old. Then when you start to think about the reign of the Soviet Empire and living under the Iron Curtain for so long, it boggles one's mind. Not everyone can travel to Europe, but if you're thinking about it, be sure to add Prague to your reasons why.

Very nice spot to see the view of Prague. Either side is amazing with a different scenery so make sure you snap pics of both. There are many vendors selling art and souvenirs. If you get there around sunset, there will be a man lighting the lamps up, which was a neat sight to see.

Charles Bridge was a beautiful backdrop linking the royal estate to old Prague. There's a few good spots to stop and take some photos.

This is certainly on of those places that if worth coming to Prague to see, though there seems to be quite of a lot of places in Prague worth seeing. What is surprising is that this is a pedestrian bridge, but then again I suspect that this would have been the case right back to the times when it was first built, namely because there weren't any actual cars them. Mind you, the thing about this bridge are the numerous gorgeous statues that line the sides. These statues really do add to the character of the place, noting that these statues have probably also been here for a very, very long time.

Really cool bridge 30 different statues along the sides of the bridge. There were some of the statues that were being restored. Some needed cleaning but still an awesome walk and it's free. Be ready to deal with crowds. We crossed the bridge several times at different times if day. It's always crowded. You can go up in one of the towers on the end but we decided it wasn't worth the wait for us We had been touring all day and we were tired.

Opět jsme s přítelkyní navštívili Prahu a šli jsme se projít v centru Prahy. Karlův most byl úžasný a i když byla dost zima tak procházka po něm byla úžasná. Doporučuji všem určitě navštívit. Praha je úžasné město.

Great view but overpriced food with mediocre taste and service I'd you speak czech they treat you like second class

If you come to Charles Bridge early in the morning, you can avoid the crowds by just a tiny bit. No matter what shop you stop in, the souvenirs always seem to revolve around the Charles Bridge. How iconic is the Charles Bridge? I was able to witness a wedding proposal and a wedding shoot (not at the same time thank goodness), but that is how magical this place is. One one side of the bridge is the chaos of the Old Town, which most of us tourists are coming from. On the other side, (if the tourists make it) the chaos dwindles down. Try to come during a less busy time to get in some great shots!

REAL TALK: FROM THE BAJILLION PLACES I'VE BEEN TO IN THE WORLD. PRAGUE LOOKS THE MOST LIKE IT POPPED OUT OF A FAIRYTALE. Charles Bridge is pretty much the bridge the Prince Phillip had to ride his horse on to save Sleeping Beauty! It's that UNREAL! They couldn't have designed this place to look anymore like it popped out of a story book. It's definitely packed with tourist and vendors but it provides the most breath-taking sights of the Prague Castle. RIDICULOUSLY ROMANTIC BRIDGE... I'll be waiting right here for my prince charming! ha ha

You're in Prague you say? You want to go somewhere famous, with fab views and is near the heart of the city? Then Charles Bridge is a good place to start.. This landmark is more than 750 years old and is one of the centerpieces of the city. It spans the Vltava river and helps link the area close to Prague castle with the old town area of the city. The views here are picturesque. If you do plan on visiting and crossing the bridge, it's worth coming here both during the day and night. The scenery will be rather different. I personally enjoyed the evening/night views, especially when the historic statues of notable figure on the bridge are light up at night. It's really quite a lovely walk from one end to the other. In terms of Prague's historic landmarks, this is definitely one of the places you should visit if/when you are in town.

Beautiful bridge but wayyyy too many people and touristy. So, when I went to the Charles Bridge back in 2016, it was nowhere near as packed and touristy as it is now. Now it's almost impossible to enjoy the scenery and the beauty as it's packed shoulder to shoulder with asian tourists on selfie sticks or people bumping into you. It's nice for like 5 minutes before it's time to leave. That said, everyone should try it out. It's free

The Charles Bridge is absolutely stunning from multiple angles and vantage points throughout Prague. This place is super historical and always has some very nice street vendors and performers. The views are absolutely stunning and the picturesque nature of the bridge makes it an absolute must see. Overall, no trip is complete without crossing the Charles a couple of times. Pros- Picturesque Historical significance Performers Street vendors Views River Castle backdrop Selfie spot Very well maintained Cons- Can get really crowded

What a bridge! This stone bridge is jam-packed with statues and history! Every few meters, they've got another brilliant, gorgeous religious statue. The statues are much larger than life and look down on the pedestrians who walk by. There's a tower on the Old Town Square side of the bridge that gives some of the best views on the cheap from the tower. The entrance is kinda hidden! When I went, the bridge would get packed with vendors, visitors, musicians, and people selling art. The views are so incredible with great views of the city and the castle on the other side. This is the most iconic bridge in Prague! It gets busy during the daytime, but at night there's still a scant crowd. The bridge has a light pole along the walkway of the center of the bridge, where if you touch it, you'll have good luck buying cheap beer! I spent a bunch of time along this bridge- it's the best way to walk from Old Town to the bridge, and offers spectacular views of the city! I felt safe the entire time along here, even at odd hours of the night. It seems that most of the people on the bridge are tourists.

You are literally walking through history here on Charles Bridge, the path which connects the old and new of Prague. With such a beautiful compact city at your toes, you will naturally make your way over to this famous bridge. It's both wonderful to be on as well as to see from the other bridges nearby. Because it is restricted to pedestrian access, you won't have any fears of bikers or automobiles driving through. During the day, it can be overrun with tourists like yourselves so make sure you watch your personal belongings. It's bustling with visitors, merchant sellers, and those searching for love through multiple statues that seem to bring luck to travelers. At night, the bridge is lit up with lights that shimmer on the river. You can easily get lost in the beauty of it all. Aside from taking in the moments and walking through, there isn't much else on the bridge. It's still worth a stop in your Prague itinerary just for the views.

This is a very beautiful place to walk while you're in Prague. There are so many interesting statues and people on the bridge. It can get a bit crowded, but so worth your time.

Every city has at least one of this kind of attractions. Place to go multiple times visit or use to cross on your way to castle as we did. It is always something happening and is the place to stop and enjoy beautiful city views on both sides. We enjoyed Prague Castle or Pražsky Hrad view and Katedrála sv Vita. It's always very crowded and be ready to share the space.

Prague's most stunning bridge spans 15"6 arches and is lined with 30 Baroque statues of religious figures. Make sure to rub the statue of St. John Nepomuk to ensure your return to Prague one day. Each afternoon and well into the night, there are a multitude of painters, vendors and entertainers that share the bridge with hordes of tourists who are fighting for best views of Prague and the Vtlava river. Needless to say, it's quite a circus here and it'll take you a good hour dodging everyone just to get to the other side. If you're fortunate enough, you'll witness the very talented Czech glass harp player Alexander Zoltan perform and entertain the crowd. The best time to have the bridge all to yourself? wake up at the crack of dawn and watch the sun rise. It's quite romantic and peaceful at the same time. I hope I'll get to re-create this moment in the future.

I could not imagine coming to Prague and not visiting the Charles Bridge. It is an important part of Prague's history. However if you want to truly see it I recommend you go early. We were there about 7:30 and we while we weren't alone, it wasn't crazy congested either. It gave us an opportunity to take a closer look at the beautiful statues and soak up the view. Every other time we crossed the bridge, meant walking shoulder to shoulder with lots of strangers. Both the statues and view were obstructed! Pro Tip: Go for an early morning walk and enjoy the bridge!

Charles Bridge is beautiful - by day and by night. My mother and I were staying at the Four Seasons nearby and easily found the bridge on the Old Town side with a beautiful ornate tower just in front of the entrance to the bridge. Gorgeous. The bridge has 30 statues across it and leads between new town and old town Prague. It's magical to walk across something so beautiful, so old, something that looks like the fairytale castles I've seen since I was little. Prague is stunning and Charles Bridge links old and new. Once you get to the other side there is a long alley with a ton of restaurants and shops to browse while you walk up the hill to the "castle".

Unharmed, unbombed in the war....but a tragic tale of occupation--from Nazi to Soviet--and quelled spirit...but the phoenix has risen! The indescribably haunting testament of time: translated to Charles Bridge that leads from Stare Mesto up to Mostecka street in Mala Strana.... I've walked this bridge in the sun, in the cold, in the rain.......One iconic piece of architecture... loads of people, locals and otherwise. There was a book by Myla Goldberg with interesting tidbits, as well as another which details the interesting facts about each saint whose blackened (from the days of coal) forms and staid presence one cannot miss. Saint Jan Nepomuk's: everybody rubs it for good luck One of the richest landmarks in the City of Thousand Spires, Praha: meaning "threshold", named by Princess Libuse.

Amazing. Beautiful. A must see! We walked across the Charles Bridge twice during our stay in Prague. The bridge is so cool. The statues on the bridge and the cobblestone path is great. The view from the bridge is amazing in both directions. Two points of interest: On the west side of the bridge, there are some stairs that you can take down to a little park area on Kampa Island. I recommend that you spend some time down there. There are food stalls and a 5 minute walk to the John Lennon Wall. Also, you keep walking and you get to Kampa park and the museum which has the huge baby sculptures. On the east end of the bridge is the old town bridge tower. For a modest fee (about 90 czk) you can climb to the top and get the most amazing view of the castle, Petrin, the old town, etc... It's a 360 degree view. The stairs are very regular in shape (unlike the Powder tower) and if I can do it, so can you! The bridge is amazing, the views are great, the people selling stuff on the bridge can be avoided late at night or early in the morning if you want a more serene experience. Don't just look at the bridge, you have to walk across it.