Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest

Whether you're sipping Czech beer with locals or exploring hilltop castles, get to know these fairytale cities with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries for multiple days in Prague, Vienna, and Budapest that can be combined into a longer trip Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Admire Prague's intricate Gothic architecture, stroll the grand halls of Schönbrunn Palace, and climb the winding staircases to a magnificent view at Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest. Relax to classical music where Beethoven composed his masterpieces or soak in the healing waters of a natural thermal bath. Bike alongside ruined castles, vast vineyards, and the banks of the Danube in the Wachau Valley. Wander through the largest art history museum in Austria and admire ancient Egyptian frescoes, Renaissance and Baroque paintings, and various antiquities Savor local flavors: Sip a Mélange in a cozy Viennese coffeehouse or a foamy pivo in a sunny beer garden. Snack on hearty sausage, classic schnitzel, or peppery goulash. Satisfy your sweet tooth with flaky honey cake, rich Sachertorte, and cinnamon sugar trdelník Ideas for side trips from each city, including Liberec, Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, and the Kutná Hora Bone Church Expert insight from Budapest local Jennifer Walker and Prague local Auburn Scallon Full-color photos and detailed maps throughoutBackground information on the landscape, history, and cultural customs of each city Handy tools such as visa information, Hungarian, German, and Czech phrasebooks, and tips for traveling with children or as a senior, solo female travelers, and LGBTQ+ travelers Experience the best of these three cities at your own pace with Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest.   Exploring more of Europe's top spots? Check out Moon Rome, Florence & Venice or Moon Portugal.About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.