Comparison · Munich vs Prague · Germany / Czechia
Munich vs Prague
Two great trips, different strengths. Here is how they compare on the things that decide it.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
Choose Munich for Oktoberfest and Beer gardens; choose Prague for Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and lower day-to-day costs. Prague is generally less expensive, and the two are about 300 km apart.
Key facts
- Distance apart
- 300 km
- Less expensive
- Prague
- Best time for Munich
- May–July, September and December
- Best time for Prague
- May–June and September
Side by side
| Munich | Prague | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Czechia |
| Known for | Oktoberfest, Beer gardens and Marienplatz | Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and Astronomical Clock |
| Best time to visit | May–July, September and December | May–June and September |
| Ideal stay | 4 days | 4 days |
| Mid-range budget per day | $180–$320 | $120–$220 |
| Cost level | Expensive | Affordable |
| Warmest month | July, 24°C (75°F) | July, 25°C (77°F) |
| Coldest month | January, 3°C (37°F) | January, 2°C (36°F) |
| Free sights in our guide | 6 | 7 |
| Day trips in our guide | 7 | 6 |
| Beaches | — | — |
| Airports | MUC, FMM | PRG |
Which one is right for you?
Choose Munich for…
Oktoberfest and Beer gardens. Bavaria's capital mixes royal grandeur with beer-hall tradition. The compact Altstadt around Marienplatz holds the Neues Rathaus, the twin-towered Frauenkirche and the Residenz palace, while the Englischer Garten, one of the largest city parks in Europe…
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Choose Prague for…
Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and lower day-to-day costs. Prague's historic centre survived the 20th century largely intact, so Gothic, baroque and Art Nouveau buildings line both banks of the Vltava. Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral crown the hill on the west bank above the baroque palaces of Malá Strana…
Top sights compared
| # | Munich | Prague |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marienplatz and the Neues Rathaus | Prague Castle |
| 2 | Frauenkirche | St Vitus Cathedral |
| 3 | Munich Residenz | Charles Bridge |
| 4 | Englischer Garten | Old Town Square |
| 5 | Viktualienmarkt | Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock |
Food compared
| Munich | Prague |
|---|---|
| White sausage | Svíčková |
| Pretzel | Roast pork, dumplings and sauerkraut |
| Roast pork knuckle | Czech goulash |
| Roast pork with dumplings | Fried cheese |
Which is cheaper?
Prague is usually the less expensive of the two: a mid-range day costs about $120–$220 per person there, against $180–$320 in Munich (AMZBooking estimates, excluding flights). Prague on a budget.
Can you visit both?
Yes. Munich and Prague are about 300 km apart, so they combine well in one trip: allow 4 days in Munich and 4 in Prague.
Questions travellers ask
+Is Munich or Prague cheaper?
Prague is usually less expensive: about $120–$220 a day mid-range against $180–$320 (estimates).
+Is Munich or Prague better for a first trip?
Pick Munich for Oktoberfest and Beer gardens, or Prague for Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and lower day-to-day costs.
+How far is Munich from Prague?
About 300 km in a straight line.