Overview & visitor information
Located near the Mustek metro station, this is formally a produce-only market. The shops have begun to sell wooden toys and painted eggs for Easter alongside fresh honey and sweets.
Shopping
Halevska Market
Located near the Mustek metro station, this is formally a produce-only market. The shops have begun to sell wooden toys and painted eggs for Easter alongside fresh honey and sweets.
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praguePalladium
Plaza
Located right in the city center, this shopping mall opened in 2007 is the largest in the Czech Republic and certainly one of the most luxurious. You won’t find a cheap place to eat here despite over 30 restaurants and cafes, but there are over 200 high retail shops here. If you find yourself bored with the prospect of visiting this mall, Palladium has some historical value with archaeological survey conducted on the building found stone foundations dating back to the 12th century!
pragueSlovansky Dum
Plaza
Right in the middle of Old Town, this shopping center is all about high-end class. Its shops stock designer clothes and shoes with sushi bars and several elegant restaurants. There is also a cinema, the Palace Cinema Slovansky Dum, which shows films of the more eclectic variety.
pragueGate 21
Modest dress
Located in Old Town, this so-cool-it-hurts kind of clothes shop is definitely not for the person looking for a bargain. Only the classiest of brands are stocked here, like denim brand Diesel, and they are not cheap.
pragueMetropole
Plaza
Admittedly 9 kilometers out of the centre of Prague, this shopping centre is worth the easy metro and bus travel to get there. There are brand name stores but there is also a bowling alley and a children’s corner along with a Cinema City that offers all types of movies for the whole family.
pragueGranat Turnov
Prague is noted for its garnet jewelry but this store is the largest national manufacturer. From genuine gold and garnet to gold-plated silver, this shop has all kinds of jewelry pieces.
pragueHrzanska Pasaz
Market
A shopping passage ideal for tourists, this place offers Bohemian crystal, souvenir shops and specialty boutiques. This place also sells other objects for the person looking for a different sort of souvenir such as Flemish tapestries and creepy marionettes and dolls.
pragueMyslbek
Plaza
A smaller shopping center located on Prague’s main shopping street in Old Town, this place has a mix of chain stores like H&M and Innersport with the more expensive like Calvin Klein and Marionnaud Perfumeries. There is also a little food court on the first floor with sushi and other restaurants.
pragueTesco
Market
Situated right above the Narodni Trida metro station, you cannot miss this five story building that buzzes with constant crowds. The basement supermarket is the busiest floor but above on the ground floor you’ll find last minute toiletries and necessities.
pragueMoser
Famous for its ornate designs, this shop was founded in 1857 and specializes in top quality crystal. One classic design is the Royal 9000 which is used in Prague Castle.
pragueMaterial
For a contemporary spin on the traditional crystal, Material is the place to shop. Oversized bowls, vases are placed alongside candleholders, chandeliers and glasses. The store’s ‘drunken sailor’ glass is reportedly spill-proof!
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pragueWhat to do with Children in Tow?
Activity
With its fascinating architecture, Prague can be thought of as an ancient place for children to be enthralled by and enjoy. Along with Prague Castle, there is its fascinating Toy Museum and Miniatures Museum (they are not allowed to touch the displays though). There are numerous toy shops dotted around the city which, when travelling by tram can be entertaining for children, along with the puppet theatres.
pragueFranz Kafka Museum
Museum
Pay homage to Prague’s most famous resident in this weird museum. Original documents and photos are exhibited in claustrophobic, strobe-lit sections and marvel at the writer’s complex relationship with Prague which is broached within a trippy short movie.
pragueLennon Wall
Sight
Rebels against communist Czechoslovakia praised Western rock musicians such as John Lennon and when he died in 1980 this wall was painted in his honor; repainted again and again every time the secret police white-washed it. Today it stands proudly though a bit graffiti splattered.
pragueMemorial to the Victims of Communism
Statue
A prominent sculpture that has male figures at various stages of aridness descending a staircase; a line runs down the centre counts the victims of torture, exile and death which is quite sobering.
pragueCharles Bridge
Bridge
The most popular walkway across the Vltava River that connects Mala Strana and Stare Mesto, the Charles Bridge is over 650 years old. However, a 100 million Kč renovation that began in 2007 and was due to end by 2008 stretched into 2009 so it may still be a bit crowded with sections being roped off to the public. If you rub the bronze plaque beneath the statue of St John, you will return to Prague.
pragueSt Vitus Cathedral
Churches
If you must see one part of Prague Castle then make it St Vitus Cathedral. Its construction began in 1344 and despite it is very Gothic in appearance it was only completed in 1929. Passing through the Golden Gate doorway adorned with its 14th century Mosaic of the Last Judgement, you’ll be given a brochure of highlights to visit. One of these is the view of Prague from the 96m tall Great Tower and the silver tomb of St John of Nepomuk. The ornate Chapel of St Wenceslas however has a special significance. On the southern side of the chapel there is a little door with seven locks, each key needed to unlock this door is in the safekeeping of a separate official. What lies behind the door? The Czech crown jewels which are rarely shown to the public; the oldest of which is a 22-carat gold St Wenceslas Crown made for Charles IV in 1347. The crown does come with a curse however: any usurper who wears it is doomed to die within the year. Admission prices: the nave and chapels are free but a ticket is required for the rest.
praguePrague Castle
Castles
You cannot visit Prague without visiting its most famous landmark. Founded in the 9th century by Prince Bořivoj of the Premysl dynasty, the castle grew arbitrarily as subsequent rulers made new additions. All Czech rulers have had their residences at the castle except for the country’s first post-communist president who preferred the comforts of his own home. The castle now stands at almost seven football fields long, proceeding east to west through three courtyards. The information, while detailed, gives a basic overview of the opening hours and admission prices; see the castle website for a more information.
praguePetrin Lookout Tower
Tower
While you can walk up this lookout from different routes the best way is to take the funicular railway from Ujezd. Services leave every 15 to 20 minutes and ordinary public transport tickets are valid. Some of the best views of Prague are from this lookout, which has 299 steps and was built in 1891 for the Prague Exposition. Here you’ll find a nearby mirror maze and other attractions from the late 19th to early 20th century. There is also an Observatory but opening times vary according to the season; check the website www.observatory.cz for details.
pragueAstronomical Clock
Tower
Old Town Hall Times: the chiming times are every hour on the hour from 9am to 9pm
pragueMunicipal House
House
Full of Czech symbolism, this building is Art Nouveau homage to nationalism. There is a mosaic called Homage to Prague above the entrance which represents the oppression and resurrection of the Czech people. There is a cafe; concerts are held in Smetana Hall and tours.
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pragueNostress
This restaurant mixes French and Asian cuisine with noodle dishes and meals with fish, duck and other meats; the dessert menu has a variety of French and Belgian treats. However the food is not cheap but there are business lunch specials on offer during the week and on Fridays there is live music.
pragueU Jednoho Pokoje
A very exclusive restaurant where the address and contact details are vague, you must make reservations 24hr via email, see for details, giving your name, your contact details, the evening you wish to book, the number of people you are bringing and any food preferences. The food however makes this all worth it; French cuisine served as you dine alongside monthly art exhibitions.
pragueSvata Klara
For something completely different this restaurant has one defining feature other than its food: the setting is in an underground cave! Established in 1679 in New Town, this restaurant serves a board variety of game dishes with fish, beef and lamb; there is also a small selection of soups and fondue, salads and cheeses.
pragueCafe No. 1
A modern cafe that likes to play the latest techno music, Cafe No. 1 has 12 different types of hot chocolate along with coffees, milkshakes and juices. The food selection offers breakfast with eggs, pasta, risotto, salads and pitas. The evening sees cocktail and beer menus take centre stage as the pre-party crowd gathers.
praguePlatyz Cafe-Bar
Found in a little courtyard passage off Narodni, this place offers a variety of Italian cuisine including pizzas, pastas and meat dishes in various sauces. There is an impressive wine menu and also a menu of ‘top-class’ drinks.
pragueKlub Architektu
Don’t let the ‘club’ part of the name fool you; this place serves quality Czech food along in its cozy cellar inspired setting. Despite its Old Town location the prices are cheaper than most places. In the summer months it is wise to book ahead, though in general it is not mandatory.
pragueCafe Slavia
A restaurant with a literary bent, this used to be the favorite eatery of author Milan Kundera as well as a hang-out of the all the intellectuals and their fans. Opening in 1881, the food menu reads like standard Czech cuisine, offering fish and chicken dishes along with soups and cheese platters.
pragueBoulevard Bageterie
Boulevard Bageterie is sandwich shop that feels like a fast food outlet but offers food that is fresh, edible and good for you. It gives you a choice of ordering off the menu or making your own sandwich and the ingredients are of good quality, prices are reasonable and there is space for patrons to sit.
pragueDahab Restaurant
Daham Restaurant is a fast food restaurant specializing in gyros, pizza, falafels and other sorts of snack food. Located next to the Roxy club, it is open until 1am.
pragueDaily Fresh
Address: Karlova