Which buildings and areas are included within Prague Castle?

Prague Castle is a vast complex covering approximately 110 acres, comprising an aggregation of palaces, churches, offices, fortifications, courtyards, and gardens.1

Key Structures and Areas

• Religious Buildings: The complex includes St. Vitus Cathedral, a landmark of Gothic architecture, and St. George’s Basilica, which dates back to the 10th century.1
• Royal Palaces: The Old Royal Palace features the historic Vladislav Hall, while the New Royal Palace currently houses government offices and grand chambers used for official ceremonies.1
• Residential and Service Areas: Golden Lane is a historic street of small houses flanked by the Daliborka Tower and the New White Tower, both former prisons.1
• Gardens and Recreational Spaces: The site includes the Royal Garden, the Summer Palace (Belvedere), the Ball Game Hall, and various landscaped areas like the Paradise Garden and the Ramparts Garden, which feature unique architectural elements designed by Jože Plečnik.12