No wonder Prague has seen a huge rise in tourism in recent years. It is one of the most affordable travel destinations in Europe, with many things to do. For me it is one of the most beautiful cities and it is hard not to fall in love with Prague.
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Part 2: More Secret Spots to Explore in Prague
What to See in Prague
1. Old Town Square
For me the first encounter with a city starts with exploring its central square. Prague’s Old Town Square is a very lively spot, with many street singers, shops and cafes. Here you can see some of the most beautiful and famous buildings in the city, including the 600 year old Astronomical Clock and the 14th century gothic Church of Our Lady before Týn.
2. Charles Bridge
Charles bridge is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Prague. It can get crowded sometimes, but it is definitely worth a visit as the bridge and the views to the city from it are breathtaking. Walking along it will definitely bring your mind back to the past, as it is the oldest preserved bridge in Prague, built in the 13th century.
3. Mala Strana
By crossing Charles bridge from old town to the other side of the river you can reach one of my favourite spots in town. You can walk here or take a tram ride to the Mala Strana station if you are not up for walking up the whole hill. You can visit St. Nicholas Church which is right at the square. From here you can walk up the hill passing little picturesque streets, with colourful buildings and castle views. Make sure to stop by Gingerbread Museum for some tasty souvenirs.
4. Lobkowicz Palace (Prague Castle grounds)
Walking up the hill from Mala Strana, you will reach the Lobkowicz Palace. You can go inside the palace to explore the private noble collection of art in a Lobkowicz Museum, or just walk along the museum grounds for free. Here you will also find one of the best free viewpoints of the city. Seeing all the orange houses from above makes the experience unforgettable. We loved it so much that we came here twice on our two-day trip (with one day fully covered in snow :D).
Price:
Panoramic observation deck: Free
Lobkowicz Museum:
Adults: CZK 295 (11€)
Children / Students / Seniors: CZK 220 (8€)
5. St. Vitus Cathedral (Prague Castle grounds)
On the castle grounds you will also find the biggest cathedral in Prague, where once the kings and queens were coronated. To visit the inside of the castle you will need an entry ticket. You can get a combined ticket which includes other buildings on the Old Royal Palace grounds. Here you can see the list and prices of the combined tickets.
Price:
‘Circuit A’ (all buildings) Adults: CZK 350 (13€)
Children / Students / Seniors: CZK 175 (6€)
6. Wenceslas Square
This is one of the main, biggest streets in Prague. Along the boulevard you will find many shops, restaurants and historic buildings. One of the magnificent buildings that is hard to miss is the National Museum of Prague. If you have some extra time, you can visit the museum to learn about Chezh history and culture.
Price National Museum:
Adults: CZK 200 (7€)
Children / Students / Seniors: CZK 130 (5€)
7. Dancing house
This is one of the places for great instagram pictures 🙂 The building was designed by the world’s famous architect – Frank Gehry, and it represents postmodern architecture in Chezh. What many tourists don’t know is that there is a nice panoramic terrace and a restaurant on top. The food is however rather expensive, but it might be worth it to have a cocktail with a view to the river.
8. The Náplavka Farmer’s Market
If you are in Prague on a Saturday, make sure to visit the local farmers market to meet the locals and try regional food. The market is open year-round on Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
9. Swans of the Vltava River
If you go to Naplavka Farmers market you will for sure notice a lot of swans on the river. It is a perfect place for a picnic and a relaxing day. In fact, the pictures from this spot went so viral that you can even find this ‘secret’ place on google maps now 🙂
10. Kampa Island
This region is known as a ‘little Venice’ of Prague. Here you will find a lot of funny, contemporary art installations.
If you have more time to explore Prague, then check my article on more secret spots in Prague and locations with great panoramic views:
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