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Prague CastlevsSt. Vitus Cathedral
Both are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Prague Castle is preferred by most professionals compared to St. Vitus Cathedral. Prague Castle has a TripExpert Score of 91 with endorsements from 10 reviews like Let's Go, Afar Magazine and The Telegraph.
Prague Castle
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119 08 Prague 1 Czech Republic
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Concierge "One of the largest castle complexes in Europe, Prague Castle is the residence of the Czech president and home to many government offices."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Prague Castle – Pražský hrad, or just hrad to Czechs – is Prague’s most popular attraction." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The national symbol is a UNESCO World Heritage site, the largest castle complex in the world." Full review
Time Out "Prague Castle complex... is an enormous festival of architectural styles." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A narrow street parallel to Nerudova leads to the Castle, extended by a series of ramps and steps." Full review
Afar Magazine "Definitely plan to spend a full day here and explore the grounds, the basilica, and the cute little stores along golden lane." Full review
Let's Go "The “Prague Castle” refers to the entire, almost 70,000 sq. m complex of many different buildings, streets, and gardens surrounded by tall walls and steep stairs. " Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The Castle is more than just a castle: with its string of courtyards, a puzzle of palaces and churches, and maze of little streets, it is a real city within the city." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A monumental gate decorated with sculptures of the Fight of the Giants leads to the First Courtyard which is lined with late Baroque buildings." Full review
The Telegraph "Comprises the Gothic St. Vitus' Cathedral, the Baroque Old Royal Palace, the Romanesque St. George's Basilica, museums, galleries, and the kid-friendly Story of Prague Castle exhibit." Full review
St. Vitus Cathedral
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Prague Castle, Prague, Czech Republic
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Fodor's "With its graceful, soaring towers, this Gothic cathedral—among the most beautiful in Europe—is the spiritual heart of Prague Castle and of the Czech Republic itself." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"It might appear ancient, but much of Prague's principal cathedral was completed just in time for its belated consecration in 1929." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Dominating the city skyline, the twin towers of St. Vitus Cathedral mark the largest and most significant church in the country." Full review
Afar Magazine "The grand St. Vitus Cathedral is a wonder to see." Full review
Let's Go "The cathedral is an architectural masterpiece, complete with three magnificent towers and more flying buttresses than it knows what to do with." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Built on the vestiges of its Romanesque predecessors, the glorious cathedral is the largest church in the country, its towers and pinnacles rising well above the Castle's surrounding walls." Full review
National Geographic "One of the largest castle complexes in the world." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"The church that stands today is actually the third in honor of Saint Vitus...consecrated in 1929, the cathedral features neo-Gothic stylings alongside Renaissance and baroque details. " Full review
