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Bohemia: Prague to the Spa Triangle: 4-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 4-day version for June: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 3-day plan · 4-day plan · 5-day plan · best time to go.

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4
days
240 km
distance
7.1 h
driving
25
curated stops

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Day 1 Prague → Karlovy Vary

6 curated stops
Transit
3h40
Finish
~17:55
Temperature
11.3°C–22.1°C
Rainy days
~10
Daylight
16.2h
09:00
Žižkov Television Tower towerpark.cz read more map ↗
Gaze out over the city from the top of this towering structure.
50 min · Prague · Admission to the observation deck is 350 Kč for adults (there is no fee for restaurants or to access the park at ground level)
open: 09:00-24:00 every day
10:05
Vyšehrad read more map ↗
Discover historic grounds with a cathedral and famous cemetery.
50 min · Prague
11:10
Prague Castle hrad.cz read more map ↗
Explore grand historic halls and sweeping city views as crowds swirl.
50 min · Prague
15:05
Lázně I read more map ↗
Visit a restored spa building with exhibits and cultural events.
50 min · Karlovy Vary · €1 or 50 Kč
open: 09:00–18:00
16:05
Mill Colonade read more map ↗
Enjoy live summer music in this popular gathering spot.
50 min · Karlovy Vary
17:05
Church of St. Peter & St. Paul read more map ↗
Marvel at golden domes and Russian-inspired decor inside this church.
50 min · Karlovy Vary
Overnight: Karlovy Vary
e.g. Camping Březový Háj · Hotel Garni Palatin

Day 2 Around Karlovy Vary

6 curated stops
Transit
0h30
Finish
~16:30
Temperature
11.3°C–22.1°C
Rainy days
~10
Daylight
16.2h
09:00
Hot Springs Colonade read more map ↗
Watch a massive water jet and relax by small fountains in a modernist hall.
50 min · Karlovy Vary · Free
open: Daily 06:00–19:00
10:00
Church of St. Lucas read more map ↗
Visit this serene Anglican church in the town.
50 min · Karlovy Vary
11:00
Lázně III search map ↗
Admire this beautiful spa building's architecture and ambiance.
50 min · Karlovy Vary
12:00
Elizabeth Baths spa5.cz map ↗
Relax in retro Communist-era baths and therapeutic rooms.
90 min · Karlovy Vary · 85-900 Kč
open: Daily 09:00-21:00
13:40
Karlovy Vary Museum search map ↗
Learn about local history in this engaging museum.
50 min · Karlovy Vary · Adult 30 Kč; child 15 Kč
open: W–Su 09:00–12:00 & 13:00–17:00
14:40
Home of Becherovka Tour becherovka.com map ↗
Taste the famous local liqueur on a guided tour of its home.
50 min · Karlovy Vary
open: Tuesday-Sunday 9:00 – 17:00
15:30
Goethe's Beer House beer-house.cz map ↗
Sample a variety of draught beers and hearty Czech fare.
60 min · Karlovy Vary · From 165 Kč (mains)
open: daily 11:00–23:00
Overnight here
e.g. Camping Březový Háj · Hotel Garni Palatin

Day 3 Mariánské Lázně

4 curated stops
Transit
1h08
Finish
~15:20
Temperature
10.7°C–21.2°C
Rainy days
~11
Daylight
16.1h
09:50
The Singing Fountain search map ↗
Watch a dazzling fountain synchronized to enchanting music.
50 min · Mariánské Lázně
open: May-October: daily 07:00-22:00
10:50
The Colonnade search map ↗
Admire the iconic Baroque architecture of the new colonnade.
50 min · Mariánské Lázně
11:50
Tourist mini train search map ↗
Enjoy a scenic ride showcasing the town's beauty.
90 min · Mariánské Lázně
open: April to October
13:30
Boheminium Miniature Park search map ↗
Explore detailed miniatures of historic landmarks and sites.
50 min · Mariánské Lázně
14:20
60 min · Mariánské Lázně
open: 11:00 - 23:00
Overnight here
e.g. Villa Sunbeam · Hostel Foster

Day 4 Plzeň

6 curated stops
Transit
1h47
Finish
~17:10
Temperature
11.3°C–21.6°C
Rainy days
~12
Daylight
16.1h
10:15
Cathedral of St. Bartholomew read more map ↗
Admire the towering Gothic spire and intricate stonework.
50 min · Plzeň · Free
11:15
Historical Underground Network plzenskepodzemi.cz map ↗
Explore hidden tunnels and ancient cellars beneath the town.
50 min · Plzeň · Tour: 120 Kč
open: One English tour every weekday, three English tours on weekends (April-August); separate group tour arrangements possible
12:15
Pilsner Urquell Brewery prazdroj.cz read more map ↗
Witness the birth of the original Pilsener beer in its historic home.
50 min · Plzeň · Tour: 250 Kč
open: Daily from 12:30
13:15
Great Synagogue zoplzen.cz read more map ↗
Marvel at the grand architecture of Europe's second-largest synagogue.
50 min · Plzeň · Free
14:15
Techmania Science Center read more map ↗
Engage with hands-on exhibits in a modern, interactive science museum.
50 min · Plzeň
15:20
Patton Memorial Pilsen search
Step into American military history from the post-WWII occupation.
50 min · Plzeň
16:10
Na Spilce naspilce.com
Savor hearty meals in the Czech Republic's largest restaurant.
60 min · Plzeň
open: M-Th Sa 11:00-22:00, F 11:00-23:00, Su 11:00-21:00

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