8 places in Prague where kids will never get bored: from the zoo to a mirror maze

Prague is a city that knows how to impress not only adult architecture lovers but also its youngest visitors. Here you can spend a whole day surrounded by animals, get delightfully lost among mirrors, ride a cable car, or have a picnic on an island in the middle of the Vltava. We've rounded up tried-and-tested spots to visit with children of any age — from preschoolers to teenagers.

Zoo Praha, Prague 7 – Troja

One of the best zoos in Europe is located in the Troja district, at U Trojského zámku 3/120. The grounds are spread across several levels, easily connected by a cable car, and in June, July and August the zoo now stays open until 9 pm. Tickets are affordable: children aged 3 to 15, students and seniors pay 150 CZK, adults pay 200 CZK, and kids under three get in free. The easiest way to get there is from the Nádraží Holešovice metro station on bus 112.

Zrcadlové bludiště na Petříně (Mirror Maze), Petřín, Prague 1

At the top of Petřín Hill, right next to the famous lookout tower, stands a wooden "castle" pavilion. Inside, instead of stone corridors, kids and adults find a mirror maze — narrow passageways lined with dozens of mirrors where it's easy to lose your bearings and have a blast trying to find the exit. A separate attraction is the "hall of laughter" with distorting mirrors. Address: Petřínské sady, 110 00 Prague 1 – Malá Strana. Opening hours change seasonally — 10 am to 6 pm in winter and 10 am to 10 pm in summer. The easiest way up is by funicular from the Újezd stop.

Dětský ostrov (Children's Island), Prague 5 – Smíchov

This small island on the Vltava, between the Legií and Jiráskův bridges, was practically made for family outings: it offers modern playgrounds, sports areas and rides for children of all ages, with play areas divided by age group for kids from two to fifteen. Older, more active teens will find an artificial-turf football pitch, plus basketball and volleyball courts. The place is quiet, guarded and completely free — a great spot to unwind between museum visits.

Muzeum hraček (Toy Museum), Jiřská 6, Prague 1

The Toy Museum sits right within Prague Castle grounds, in the former residence of the Burgrave. It spans two floors: the first houses a collection of toys from different eras and countries, arranged into themed halls, including displays of toy cars, trains, model railways and tin soldiers. The second floor is a kingdom of Barbie dolls, a particular favorite among girls. Admission is inexpensive: 70 CZK for adults, 30 CZK for children, with a family ticket also available.

Království železnic (Kingdom of Railways), Stroupežnického 23, Prague 5 – Anděl

Tucked away near the Anděl metro station is a genuine "kingdom" of miniature trains: visitors of all ages can admire the largest interactive railway model in the Czech Republic, featuring trains, cars and the key landmarks of every region. You can press buttons, set the trains running, and watch the moving scenes for hours — guaranteed delight for both little ones and dads.

Národní technické muzeum (National Technical Museum), Kostelní 42, Prague 7

The National Technical Museum is a must for budding engineers and tech-loving kids: it's considered the best in Europe for the sheer variety of technical innovations and devices on display, covering everything from cars and planes to bicycles, motorcycles and space rockets. The exhibition is vast and interactive — children are allowed to touch many of the exhibits, while adults will enjoy revisiting the history of Czech industry.

Mirakulum, Topolová 629, Milovice

If you're up for a day trip out of the city, the Mirakulum park in Milovice (about 40 minutes from Prague) is well worth it: a unique entertainment and education park spanning 12 hectares, inspired by the world's best theme parks and children's wildest dreams. On site you'll find a wooden castle with underground passages, a huge sandpit, a petting mini-zoo and a narrow-gauge railway running to the neighboring Tankodrome. Adult admission costs 250 CZK, children up to 90 cm tall get in free, and the ticket is valid all day.

Stromovka, Prague 7

Prague's largest park pairs perfectly with a walk through the nearby attractions: right next to the aquarium and the singing fountains lies the sprawling Stromovka park and a planetarium. Here you'll find ponds with boats, jogging paths and shady avenues — a perfect spot for a picnic after a busy day at the zoo or museum, especially since Troja is just around the corner.

Prague proves that a family holiday here isn't just about admiring cathedrals from a stroller: the city offers a world-class zoo, interactive museums, mirror mazes and entire theme parks just outside town. Pick a couple of spots for the day and mix active fun with relaxing time in parks by the water, so the trip is memorable not just for the parents, but for the kids themselves.

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Source: aroundprague.cz

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