Vyšehrad, Historic fort above Vltava River in Prague, Czech Republic
Vyšehrad is a fortress complex above the Vltava River in Prague, Czech Republic, featuring defensive walls, a basilica and a cemetery. The grounds spread across a hill and offer viewpoints, park areas and paths connecting the different sections.
The fortress dates back to the 10th century when it served as a royal residence before rulers moved their main seat elsewhere. Over the centuries it underwent several reconstructions that added Baroque and Gothic elements to its structure.
The cemetery holds graves of well-known Czech composers, writers and painters whose work shaped national identity over generations. The basilica draws visitors interested in sacred architecture and its richly decorated interior spaces.
A nearby metro station makes access straightforward, and the paths inside the grounds are mostly walkable though uneven in places. A visit typically takes two to three hours depending on how much time you spend at the basilica and cemetery.
Some legends connect the site to the founding of Prague and mythical figures from Czech lore. Visitors often find quiet corners along the walls with views of the city and river that are less crowded than the main sights.
Location: Vyšehrad
Elevation above the sea: 232 m
Part of: sistema de castelos
Address: V Pevnosti 159/5b, 128 00 Praha 2-Vyšehrad, Czechia
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +420241410348
Website: https://praha-vysehrad.cz
GPS coordinates: 50.06443,14.41764
Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:45
Prague brings together structures and public spaces from the Middle Ages to modern times. The historic center holds the Old Town Square with its astronomical clock, the castle on the hill, and Charles Bridge spanning the Vltava River. Churches, monasteries, and palaces show Gothic arches, Baroque facades, and Art Nouveau decoration. Streets open onto quiet courtyards and busy passages, while riverside promenades invite walks along the water. Museums hold art from different centuries, technical collections, and memories of the 20th century. The Spanish Synagogue and other religious sites speak to the city's religious heritage. Theaters and concert halls continue a long cultural tradition. From the Petřín Lookout Tower, you see the rooftops and parks spread below, while gardens such as Wallenstein Garden offer green retreats. Each neighborhood has its own rhythm, and walking remains the best way to discover the layers of history and daily life.
Vyšehrad cemetery
65 m
Basilica of St Peter and St Paul
15 m
Slavín
85 m
Rotunda of Saint Martin
292 m
Gorlice
271 m
Ctirad and Šárka
72 m
Záboj and Slavoj
63 m
The Devil's Pillar
108 m
Cihelná brána
140 m
Libuše and Přemysl
46 m
Lumír and Píseň
59 m
Kostel Stětí svatého Jana Křtitele
296 m
Karlachovy sady
137 m
Statue of John of Nepomuk, Vyšehrad
149 m
Monument to Provost M. Karlach
214 m
Saint Procopius
238 m
Hrušeň tisíciletí na Vyšehradě
189 m
Remains of the romanesque bridge at Vyšehrad
54 m
Saint Adalbert of Prague
108 m
Plastika s plánem Vyšehradu na rohu ulic Štulcova a Soběslavova
86 m
Socha Madony ve výklenku domu K Rotundě 12a14
198 m
Kaple Panny Marie Šancovské
287 m
Fountain in Karlachovy sady
197 m
Water well in Karlachovy sady
174 m
Column shrine at Vyšehrad
285 m
Vyšehrad walls
177 m
Kříž nad schodištěm u Vyšehradu v Praze
107 m
Kameny se stopami na Vyšehradě v Praze
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