What to see in Prague, places of interest in the Czech capital

Prague it is a tangle of ancient streets on which stand proud palaces and historic buildings belonging to various periods, reflected in the elegant, gothic, art nouveau, baroque, ultramodern styles also passing through influences of cubism. An extremely fascinating architectural mix whose rhythm is symbolically marked byStaromestske namesti astronomical clock, in Old City. It is no coincidence that the historical center of Prague is World Heritage Site ofUnesco, so full of sometimes dazzling, sometimes simple beauties like the typical narrow streets and small squares where you can stop to sip some tea.

Prague is an easily visitable city. If you have decided to visit Prague in three days  you cannot avoid seeing the historic center and the Castle. However, Prague is a city that should be experienced for longer.

Prague places of interest

1 Prague Castle

Il Prague castle it is a majestic complex that has dominated the entire city for over 1000 years. It is considered the largest castle in the world, with courtyards connecting the palace to the cathedral, several churches and museums, galleries and monasteries. At night the lights make everything even more evocative. The first place to visit is undoubtedly the Vitus Cathedral with its magnificent mosaic-style leaded windows. You can continue with chapel of St. Wenceslas,ancient royal palacehave Basilica of San Giorgio, Lobkovicz Palace and finally the royal gardens from which you can admire a splendid panorama of Prague.

2 Carlo bridge

Things to see in Prague. Il Carlo bridge, the oldest in the city, was built in 1357 by Charles IV and for several centuries it was the only connection between the two banks of the Vltava, the Prague river. Prague Charles Bridge. Today it is famous above all for the numerous statues, added mainly in the XNUMXth century, and for the myriad of street artists who crowd the pedestrian bridge together with tourists.

3 Josefov, the Jewish ghetto of Prague

THEancient Jewish ghetto in Prague, also described by Kafka like a maze of narrow streets, it is certainly one of the most evocative districts of the city, with its four synagogues, the cemetery and the museum. There Old-New Synagogue it is undoubtedly the most important, being the oldest in Europe still functioning as a place of worship. Prague Jewish cemetery. Poignant and mysterious place, the Jewish cemetery used from 1439 to 1787 it is the oldest and largest in Europe.

 Prague sights

4 Old Town Square

Visit Prague. The most important square in the city is without a doubt the Old Town Square, bordered by valuable baroque buildings. The main monument is the Municipality (Select), on whose tower there is an extraordinary astronomic watch. At the stroke of 9:00 and 21:00 the crowd gathers under the tower to admire the various figures that come out of the small doors, which represent saints and allegorical figures. Behind the Town Hall stands the Church of Our Lady of Tyn, which contains very fascinating baroque interiors.

5 Wenceslas Square

What to visit in Prague. Wenceslas Square, which is more of a wide sloping avenue, has been the scene of numerous political protests held over the last 150 years. Worth mentioning is the statue of Saint Wenceslasor, to whom the square is dedicated, and the great National Museum.

6 Piazza della Repubblica

Piazza della Repubblica is worth a visit for its splendid Municipality (Select), the best example of art nouveau architecture of Prague. The complex includes a restaurant, an opulent café and the Smetana concert hall. Next to it stands one of the towers once belonging to the fortifications of the Old City, at the top of which you can admire a suggestive panorama.

7 The parks and gardens of Prague

A suggestion for visiting all the parks and gardens of the capital of the Czech Republic step by step is to take a nice tour of Prague on skates. A first stop is the Petrìn hill where, on the top, you can visit theStefanik observatory, the mirror labyrinth and the Petrin viewpoint, an imitation of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. To relax and fully enjoy the romantic atmosphere of Prague, just move to the park and garden in front of the viewpoint or, again under the Petrìn hill, in the Vrtbovsk gardeny where, in summer, numerous concerts take place. We then move on to the Renaissance castle Hvezda, located in the anonymous adjacent park, which is also an ideal place to experience the suffused and fairy-tale atmosphere of Prague and to regenerate in direct contact with a reassuring nature.
For anyone who wants to enjoy a breathtaking view of the center of Prague, however, simply go to Letna plan where, sitting at a table, you can enjoy a hot cup of coffee or a good glass of beer. The visit to discover the gardens of Prague ends with Ladronka park, equipped with a modern skating rink, with the possibility of renting skates and bicycles.

Prague, what to do

8 Christmas markets in Prague

Prague already releases a magical atmosphere in itself, so if you are lucky enough to visit it during the Christmas holidays you will certainly be amazed by the scents, the lights, the people and the smell of delicacies present almost everywhere in the city. In that festive atmosphere you won't even notice the cold, you will be so taken by the magic of Prague and Christmas.
The Christmas markets (vánocní trhy) are the ideal place to buy some gifts for relatives and friends. Open every day of the week, from the end of November to the beginning of January they display a bit of everything, from handicrafts to puppets. The food stands are truly inviting and showcase local gastronomic delicacies such as Goulash and hot drinks including burnt wine, Grog e Mead, a hot honey-based liqueur. The most famous Christmas markets in Prague are certainly those that take place in Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. As for the first, it perfectly embodies the joyful climate typical of Christmas. In addition to the market, the square hosts a huge nativity scene and a large fir tree full of lights. In Wenceslas Square, the wooden houses that make up the market are close to the National Museum.

Among others Christmas markets in Prague worthy of note, the one in Havel is worth mentioning, which stands along the road that connects Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. Then there is the Christmas market in Piazza della Pace, in front of the church of Santa Ludmila and that in Piazza della Repubblica, near the Kotva department store.

Finally, a curiosity: in the area of Vystaviste Holesovice, a very special Christmas market is built in which, in addition to around 500 exhibitors, there is also a giant house made entirely of gingerbread. The singularity lies in the fact that, at the end of the events, the latter is devoured by the ever-numerous visitors to the market.

9 Prague Nightclubs

The Czech capital is also known for its lively nightlife: between pubs, private clubs and discos, fun in the Bohemian city is guaranteed. A special mention must be made for the Karlovy-Lazne, a splendid nightclub a few meters from Charles Bridge, which with its 5 floors and as many rooms divided by musical genre is the largest structure of this genre in Europe.

Trip to Prague

10 How to get to Prague and how to get around

Prague Airport. Ruzine Airport is located 20 km north-west of the centre, to which it is connected by buses that leave every 20 minutes. For Dejvicka metro station take the 119, for Zlicin the 100 and for Nove Butovice the 179. International trains arrive at Hlavnì Nadrazi, Prague's main station.
The old quarter of Prague, as well as Mala Strana, can be easily visited on foot, even if the climb to the castle is quite challenging. Mmetropolitan Prague. The Prague metro has 3 lines: A (green), B (yellow) and C (red). and it's a very short line. Alternatively you can use the tram, bus or funicular.

11 Prague where to eat

Typical Prague dishes. In recent years the culinary offer in Prague has grown a lot, so pork is no longer the key element of all menus. Although a stop in one of the traditional pivnice is always part of the visit to the city, you can now choose between several excellent restaurants with international cuisine. For breakfast we recommend the upscale French bakery in the Old Town Au Gourmand or why not the Cafe Imperial, a sumptuous place from the Habsburg era that offers excellent coffee and delicious donuts.

Pguys what to eat. For lunch you can range from salads, Bohemian soups and robust game dishes in the restaurant Nebozìzek to the intriguing menu at the Square, the favorite place of the renowned Prague writer Kafka. Finally, for the last meal of the day we cannot fail to mention the Kampa Park, the most sophisticated restaurant in Prague, with a charming heated terrace overlooking the river. For a more formal dinner, the traditional beer hall is ideal U Medvidku and its typical Prague cuisine. To drink, there is no doubt: excellent Czech beer.

12 Where to sleep in Prague

The offer in Prague on where to sleep is wide and rich. Prague hotels. The hotels in the Old Town of Prague are certainly more expensive, while those in Mala Starna they tend to be cheaper.

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