Top spots in Prague to catch a stunning sunset
In today’s blog, we’re taking a look at my favorite spots in Prague where I love enjoying the view of the city at sunset. These are the best places for photography, but also for a cool date with your partner if you want to enjoy a nice view of the Prague city.
Staroměstská mostecká věž
Staroměstská mostecká věž (The Old Town Bridge Tower) is located at the end of the Charles Bridge in Prague, connecting the Old Town with the Lesser Town. It is one of the city's most iconic Gothic structures, offering stunning views of the Vltava River and the surrounding architecture. This place is one of the most photographed spots in Prague. I love the view from here, but it is often very crowded, so you need to be prepared for some patience. The view is definitely worth it. I recommend going during the golden and blue hours when the lamps on Charles Bridge slowly light up. If you check the sunset time in an app, you'll find that the Prague lights usually turn on about 10-15 minutes after that time. This way, you can plan for a nice photo with the city already lit up.
Prašná brána
Prašná brána (The Powder gate Tower) is located at the eastern end of the Old Town in Prague, serving as a gateway to the city. This Gothic structure, dating back to the 15th century, is one of the original gate towers and is notable for its impressive architecture and historical significance. Prašná brána is definitely my favorite place to watch the sunset. For me, this is the most beautiful view of Prague, where you can observe all the significant landmarks and architectural gems that the city has to offer. I often spent hours here watching the sun change, creating shadows in the streets, and I have also captured my favorite sunset photos here. The Powder gate Tower is not as touristy, so it's much more enjoyable to spend time waiting for the right opportunity. Unlike many other towers, you can use almost any focal length for photography here and never go wrong. A wide-angle lens beautifully captures all of Prague, while a telephoto lens nicely highlights individual landmarks
Malostranská mostecká věž
Malostranská mostecká věž (The Lesser Town Bridge Tower) is situated at the western end of the Charles Bridge in Prague, near the entrance to the Lesser Town. This stunning Gothic tower, built in the 15th century, offers picturesque views of the Prague castle and the surrounding area. Another one of my favorite sunset views. This time, we move closer to Prague Castle, which is right in front of us from this tower. It also offers an amazing view of St. Nicholas Church and the winding streets of the Lesser Town. It’s not as touristically popular as the tower on the opposite side of the bridge, making it quieter for photography. I recommend bringing a wide-angle lens to capture the entire scene; a 24-70 zoom lens worked quite well for me here, but I believe the 16-35mm is far better.
Short walk around Vltava river
This is my favorite route when I want to photograph during the golden hour and don’t have a specific destination in mind. I usually start at the Railway Bridge under Vyšehrad and continue along Rašínovo nábřeží, passing by the Dancing House and the National Theatre, all the way to Charles Bridge. The route is super simple; you just follow the Vltava River along its right bank and enjoy the views of the city.
And this is everything from today's blog. If I inspired you even a little to go out and shoot the golden hour at my favorite spots, tag me on my Instagram so I can check out the photos you took!