Let’s Do Prague!

Let’s Do Prague! – Best known for its Old Town Square, colourful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and the medieval Astronomical Clock, which gives an animated hourly show, Prague offers so much to tourists and locals alike. A beautiful city – equated to that of Paris – there can feel like there is so much to explore. Here is a quick run down of a great few days spent in Prague.

Day 1:

Morning

Start at dawn on the Charles Bridge before the crowds arrive. Walking the bridge in the hush of early morning is cinematic and magical; it transports you back to a time when the cobblestone streets weren’t lined by tacky trinket stands. Cross over into the district of the Prague Castle to explore its neighbourhood and regal green spaces, including the palatial gardens at the Wallenstein and the Baroque terraces of the Vrtba Gardens.

Charles bridge, Prague

Afternoon

For lunch, treat yourself to a bite in one of the spectacular and decadent Art Nouveau cafes that dot the city, such as the Savoy, which is situated at the southern edge of the ‘Malá Strana’. This “little side” of the city, more commonly referred to as the Lesser Town, lies on the slopes below the Prague Castle and borders the Vltava River. Most of the architecture here is High Baroque, lending the area a distinct and atmospheric flair. After your midday meal, a stroll through the gardens and streets of the Lesser Town will lead you to the Franz Kafka Museum, where you have the chance to encounter Prague’s famous existential writer and consider how his works and his city operate as reflections of each other.

Evening

The darker side of Prague finds its natural expression in Kafka’s writing, but you will want to end your day with a return to the light, which can be found in the Church of St. Nicolas during one of the regular concerts which are held in its vaulted interiors. On your way back to your residence for the evening, stopping in Lokál Pub for a Pilsner will cap off your day in Prague.

Day 2:

Morning

For your second day, you will tumble through the centuries to experience city life as it is today: urbanity and rich history coexisting. Begin by seeing the landmarks of Prague’s Old Town, which hearken back to the founding and urban planning of Prague by Charles IV. The Jewish quarter lies within the boundaries of the Old Town, but its streets possess their own unique mythology and taking time to explore the community is the best way to come into contact with these histories.

Prague’s Old Town

Afternoon

The modern and busy avenues of the New Town will occupy you for the afternoon, offering plenty of options for dining and shopping in the area between Wenceslas Square and the National Theatre. Be sure to indulge in a break for coffee in the Grand Cafe Orient, located on the first floor of architect Josef Gočár’s famed ‘House of the Black Madonna’. While the early evening light is at its best, climb up the Astronomical Tower in the Clementinum to find an amazing panorama of Prague spread before you.

Evening

Finally, relax after the activity of the past two days by unwinding like Czechs do: over local beer and sausages in Pivo a Párek pub.

Make the Most of your Journey

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