According to one of the world’s biggest and most popular travel guides, Lonely Planet, Prague is the eighth-best tourist destination for 2024.
For its Best In Travel 2024 ranking released Wednesday, Lonely Planet analyzed over 200 destinations before compiling its annual list of the globe’s most attractive cities, regions, and countries to visit. Prague was singled out as a top city break for travelers in 2024.
In selecting its best destinations, the travel company assesses a combination of variables, including: the number of tourist attractions a place has, its affordability, cultural experiences on offer, and safety. It also looks for places promoting sustainability and community values in addition to traditional travel merits.
Draped in beauty, despite tourist overcrowding
In the guide, Prague is described as a "vibrant capital in Gothic guise," with famous landmarks like Prague Castle and Charles Bridge that "seem almost too good to be true." However, the influx of visitors over the past decade has somewhat dampened the city's charm, Lonely Planet notes.