Attractions
Steeped in an intriguing history and teeming with sightseeing
opportunities that will appeal to just about any and every kind of
visitor. From medieval castles to museums and dancing buildings,
this dynamic city is a treasure trove of attractions.
Head to the Castle District, otherwise known as Hradèany, to
view castles such as St Vitus Cathedral, wander round the
cobblestone streets Old Town Square and shop at the local market
and visit the hill for of Vyšehrad. Culture vultures will love
the Museum of Communism as well as the Jewish Museum, and history
buffs will be captivated by the medieval Astronomical Clock.
Visitors to Prague will do well to purchase the Prague Card which
will allow them free access to over 50 of the city's top
attractions, discounts on exclusive tours and comes with an
exclusive 150-page guidebook. The cost of the card is €34 and
is valid for four days.
The Castle District (Hradčany)
The Castle District stretches across the top of the hill
overlooking the city and incorporates the best churches and museums
in Prague set around three courtyards, immaculate gardens,
fortifications and state apartments. The dominant feature is St
Vitus Cathedral occupying most of the third...
see full detailsSt Vitus Cathedral
Situated within the Castle Complex, the spires of St Vitus
Cathedral, an elegant but domineering French Gothic structure, soar
above the ramparts. It is the county’s largest church
containing numerous side chapels, frescoes, tombstones and
beautiful stained glass windows and it literally sparkles with...
see full detailsCharles Bridge (Karluv Most)
The pedestrian Charles Bridge serves as the focal point for
tourists and is the most photographed feature of the city.
Construction began in 1357 replacing the earlier Judith Bridge of
which the only remaining part is one of the towers at the Malá
Strana...
see full detailsOld Town Square (Staromĕstské Námestí)
The heart of the old city and the market place since the 11th
century, the Old Town Square is Prague’s prettiest and
most lively square with historical facades and a cobbled surface.
It still hosts a variety of markets, especially the yearly
Christmas market which...
see full detailsThe Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum is the largest and most authentic of its kind
in Central Europe with one of the most extensive collections of
Judaic art in the world. Situated in the old Jewish Quarter,
exhibitions are spread over a variety of buildings and...
see full detailsVyšehrad
Vyšehrad, a hill fort perched on a rock above the river, is
an inseparable part of the city skyline. The twin spires of the
Neo-Gothic Saints Peter and Paul Church are visible from afar and
the façade has beautiful carvings. No other site...
see full detailsMuseum of Communism (Muzeum Komunismu)
Ironically located next door to a casino and above a McDonald's,
the Museum of Communism is dedicated to presenting an account of
the post World War II Communist regime in Czechoslovakia and Prague
in particular. It offers an eye-opening look at life behind...
see full detailsPrague Astronomical Clock
This medieval astronomical clock, also known as the Prague
Orloj, is mounted on the southern wall of the Old Town City Hall
and is popular with tourists eager to watch the clock's show every
hour. It comprises three main components, namely the astronomical
dial,...
see full detailsMiluniæ and Gehry's Dancing House
This unique building is so famous it even had a coin issued with
its likeness printed on it, celebrating ten years of architecture
in the Czech Republic. Designed by Croatian-born Czech architect
Vlado Miluniæ together with Canadian architect Frank Gehry,
it was orginally named...
see full detailsPetrin Observation Tower
A small version of Paris's Eiffel Tower, the Petrin Observation
Tower may not sound tall at 197 feet tall (60 metres) but don't
forget that it stands aloft Petrin Hill overlooking the whole of
Prague. With breathtaking views, it is well worth the...
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