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Sightseeing Cruise on the Devil's Channel

Name: Sightseeing Cruise on the Devil's Channel
Start: 2026-07-23T17:15:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-07-23T17:15:00.000+03:00
Location: Prague

Cruise into Prague’s hidden Devil’s Channel on a small boat with live commentary from the captain. In 45 minutes, see medieval houses, Grand Priory Mill and close-up views near Charles Bridge.

Cruise through hidden Devil’s Channel

Hear live commentary from the captain

See medieval houses from the water

Pass the Grand Priory Mill

Enjoy a short small-boat ride

Details

The Devil's Channel is said to have been named after a devilish woman in the 19th century. Originally constructed as a millrace, it now separates Kampa Island from Malá Strana.

You can get a close-up look at the enigmatic Devil's Channel, see medieval houses that look like they are growing out of the water, and hear the mill wheel clatter like it was in the past. A Prague Vltava River cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore this fascinating part of the city and immerse yourself in its rich history and culture.

The cruise is available for individuals and small groups of up to 25 people. Excursion commentary is provided directly by the captain.

Important Info

Good to know before you go:
Best for:
A short, intimate canal ride, live captain commentary and close-up views of Kampa and Devil’s Channel.
Not ideal if:
You want a long river cruise, dinner/drinks onboard or a wide panoramic route through the whole city.

• Arrive 30 minutes before departure
• Sunglasses are recommended.
• Large bags are not allowed
• Smoking is prohibited.
• In winter, the cruise runs on a heated closed-top boat

Online Booking

What is not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Departure: Prague Boats, Dvořákovo nábř., 110 00 Josefov, Czechia

On map

Duration: 45 minutes

Group size up to 25 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Instant confirmation

River cruise ship

Change time

Eco-boat the Elvíra, modern boat Horymír or the solar boat the Elektronemo.

Open deck

Professional guide

Shaded area

Enclosed deck

Itinerary

Čechův Bridge, pier no. 3

Rudolfinum

Staroměstská

Devil's Channel

Grand Priory Mill

Straka Academy

Prague Metronome

Čechův Bridge, pier no. 3

Meeting point

PRAGUE BOATS, Dvořákovo nábřeží, pier n. 3 under the Čech Bridge

Places you will see

• Charles Bridge and the panorama of Prague Castle over the Vltava River
• Unique small bridge under the pillars of the Charles Bridge
• Grand Priory Mill and the secret part of the Lesser Quarter
• Medival houses of the Devil's channel

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Reviews by travellers

4.8 out of 5

2462 reviews

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Etemuo

Lovely trip and enjoyed relaxed vibe.

7 days ago

Emilie

Wonderful, intimate sunset walk with a very friendly English-speaking guide.

13 days ago

Oberin

It was interesting! The guide was excellent! We were lucky with the weather!

14 days ago

Libby

really pretty boat cruise and beautiful sights.

17 days ago

Renuoa

A really enjoyable, relaxed tour with explanations in English. Recommended.

17 days ago

Quentin

This tour of the Vltava on this type of boat will take you to places where other boats don’t go. We chose to do this activity in the evening so that we could enjoy the city lights. The boatman provided us with information in English about the various places we visited.

18 days ago

Diblain

You get to do a short trip through the Vltva river while learning about the majestic building seen from the river. Magnificent opportunity for photos'

19 days ago

Tom

A really enjoyable and informative tour along the river in a beautiful city. Would recommend!

19 days ago

Alistair

The boat ride was pleasant enough, with some interesting information from our guide along the way. The biggest disappointment however was the Devil’s Channel itself. From the title of the cruise, l thought this section would dominate the 45min timeframe. The reality was, that section took about 5 mins!

26 days ago

Abbawer

The tour itself was quite good and enjoyable so far. However, the tour guide did not speak German as advertised. There was only one German-language leaflet listing the relevant attractions.

28 days ago

Route details changed.

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