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Any ideas about Prague?
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My hubby & I are heading to Prague mid-December for 4 nights. We plan to see most of the normal touristy things, but has anyone got any suggestions for some unusual/different things to see/do aswell as this?
Many thanks
L
My hubby & I are heading to Prague mid-December for 4 nights. We plan to see most of the normal touristy things, but has anyone got any suggestions for some unusual/different things to see/do aswell as this?
Many thanks
L
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We found a great little market between the old and new towns, surrounded by tacky tourist shops but I thought the market was great.
There is a gorgeous restaurant over the castle side of the Charles Bridge. There are two (owned by the same people I think) and we went to the less expensive one. We dined on a heated terrace overlooking the river and Charles Bridge all lit up at night, stunning. Great meal and service too.
We also found a thai massage place and went a couple of times and it was a great way to relax.
I've heard the opera is great although we didn't have time to go. There also seem to be a lot of classical concerts on, including in some of the churches.
I loved the area up to the castle, albeit a rather steep walk to the top! Some lovely little shops on the way up from Charles Bridge (lots of trading on there too to include portraits) and from memory there was a lovely patio up near the top where you could sit out with a drink and make the most of the view.
We did the boat trip which was ok though it provided one of the most amusing moments when they put the Titanic music on on the way back!?!?!
There is a gorgeous restaurant over the castle side of the Charles Bridge. There are two (owned by the same people I think) and we went to the less expensive one. We dined on a heated terrace overlooking the river and Charles Bridge all lit up at night, stunning. Great meal and service too.
We also found a thai massage place and went a couple of times and it was a great way to relax.
I've heard the opera is great although we didn't have time to go. There also seem to be a lot of classical concerts on, including in some of the churches.
I loved the area up to the castle, albeit a rather steep walk to the top! Some lovely little shops on the way up from Charles Bridge (lots of trading on there too to include portraits) and from memory there was a lovely patio up near the top where you could sit out with a drink and make the most of the view.
We did the boat trip which was ok though it provided one of the most amusing moments when they put the Titanic music on on the way back!?!?!
Shops:
http://www.manufaktura.cz/ - a bit touristy, but they do sell some really nice Czech stuff at reasonable prices, so really nice for gifts. They have a few shops including one at the bottom of the castle in the old town.
I remember a medieval shop that was very interesting, I can’t remember the exact name but it was an a very small square off the Old Town Square, the street name is Kozna. Just round the corner from there almost opposite the erotic museum, on Melantrichova is an interesting shop that sells organic and ethnic type stuff, they’re in the same area, so a wander around there should find more interesting shops.
Another one for wooden stuff, again, just off the Old Town Square, it is behind the church on Tynska, it’s in a small pedestrianised square and has wooden stuff outside, so you can’t miss it.
For the Christmas markets, I personally think the nicest one is on Namesti Miru, it’s the prettiest set up and not as busy as the ones on Wenceslas and Old Town Square. You can get there on the metro and there is a beautiful church there too all lit up at night. Just by the Metro station exit is the best hot dog stand in Prague!! (part one)
http://www.manufaktura.cz/ - a bit touristy, but they do sell some really nice Czech stuff at reasonable prices, so really nice for gifts. They have a few shops including one at the bottom of the castle in the old town.
I remember a medieval shop that was very interesting, I can’t remember the exact name but it was an a very small square off the Old Town Square, the street name is Kozna. Just round the corner from there almost opposite the erotic museum, on Melantrichova is an interesting shop that sells organic and ethnic type stuff, they’re in the same area, so a wander around there should find more interesting shops.
Another one for wooden stuff, again, just off the Old Town Square, it is behind the church on Tynska, it’s in a small pedestrianised square and has wooden stuff outside, so you can’t miss it.
For the Christmas markets, I personally think the nicest one is on Namesti Miru, it’s the prettiest set up and not as busy as the ones on Wenceslas and Old Town Square. You can get there on the metro and there is a beautiful church there too all lit up at night. Just by the Metro station exit is the best hot dog stand in Prague!! (part one)
Restaurants:
These are the best ones and we have been to quite a few!!
Beas www.beas-dhaba.cz – they have one on Tynska, this is lunchtimes only, but it is basically canteen style Indian vegetarian food and it is very nice for very little money. It’s ideal for a quick meal, but you can tell it is all homemade and don’t be put off by the slap the food in your tray atmosphere! You don’t even have to pay for drinks as they have jugs of water out on the tables.
A 5 minute walk from Wenceslas Square is Bredovsky Dvur, Politických vězňů 935/13 (no website) it’s basic Czech food, but tank beer on site and the staff speak English and it’s just a really nice, friendly pub where you can see your food being cooked. It does get busy though.
Near the castle, is another tank pub (you can tell we loved the Czech beer!!) called Klasterni Pivovar, they also do good Czech food: http://www.klasterni-pivovar.cz/en/
There are a few places near Namesti Miru, (Lovely at Christmas) which isn’t too far from the centre and is a nice area. One is Houpacka, Americka 78/32, they do a good range of food and it’s very clean and nice inside. Also, Sahara, which is quite a bit more expensive, but is lovely inside with sumptuous sofas etc and you can go in for just coffee and cakes which we used to do. http://www.saharacafe.com/ (parttwo)
These are the best ones and we have been to quite a few!!
Beas www.beas-dhaba.cz – they have one on Tynska, this is lunchtimes only, but it is basically canteen style Indian vegetarian food and it is very nice for very little money. It’s ideal for a quick meal, but you can tell it is all homemade and don’t be put off by the slap the food in your tray atmosphere! You don’t even have to pay for drinks as they have jugs of water out on the tables.
A 5 minute walk from Wenceslas Square is Bredovsky Dvur, Politických vězňů 935/13 (no website) it’s basic Czech food, but tank beer on site and the staff speak English and it’s just a really nice, friendly pub where you can see your food being cooked. It does get busy though.
Near the castle, is another tank pub (you can tell we loved the Czech beer!!) called Klasterni Pivovar, they also do good Czech food: http://www.klasterni-pivovar.cz/en/
There are a few places near Namesti Miru, (Lovely at Christmas) which isn’t too far from the centre and is a nice area. One is Houpacka, Americka 78/32, they do a good range of food and it’s very clean and nice inside. Also, Sahara, which is quite a bit more expensive, but is lovely inside with sumptuous sofas etc and you can go in for just coffee and cakes which we used to do. http://www.saharacafe.com/ (parttwo)
Going a bit further away from the centre, near Karlinske Namesti (which is worth a visit as it is a beautiful square) is Restaurant Mlyn, Sokolovska 1/67 and the food is excellent and the owner speaks perfect English. Also, nearby, is a very modern restaurant with a large fish tank called, GATE http://gate-restaurant.cz/en/index.php, but this gets very busy in the evenings. Another interesting pub here is http://gastroinfo.cz/pivoklub/ where they have over 100 different types of beer and basic Czech food. The nearest metro station for these is Florenc.
For a day out of the centre, visit Brevnov Monastry it is simply beautiful and as you may have guessed, has a fantastic restaurant and brewery. I think there is also a shop there. It is on a tram line, so easy to get to. http://www.prague.net/brevnov-monastery there are also beautiful gardens there, I very much recommend a visit there.
Another calming trip out of the centre is to Hvezda park, at the end of the 18 tram line, Petriny, it is a beautiful woodland park with footpaths and an interesting star shaped building at the centre. There is a cafe there too. http://www.ceece.org/...age_obora_hvezda.html (part three)
For a day out of the centre, visit Brevnov Monastry it is simply beautiful and as you may have guessed, has a fantastic restaurant and brewery. I think there is also a shop there. It is on a tram line, so easy to get to. http://www.prague.net/brevnov-monastery there are also beautiful gardens there, I very much recommend a visit there.
Another calming trip out of the centre is to Hvezda park, at the end of the 18 tram line, Petriny, it is a beautiful woodland park with footpaths and an interesting star shaped building at the centre. There is a cafe there too. http://www.ceece.org/...age_obora_hvezda.html (part three)
If you are out and about and see the cafes Hajek http://www.hajek-bousova.cz/provoz.html then they are worth a visit for their cakes and lattes, they do the traditional Czech cake Medovnik and lots of others!
We have never visited tourist restaurants, but I can say that don’t expect brilliant service anywhere in Prague, they are surly and curt at best, but don’t take it personally they are like that with everyone. I imagine if you go to tourist places they put more of an act on, but surly service is just standard from shops to restaurants everywhere in Prague!
Enjoy and good luck.
Hope that has helped all copied from an email from my Daughter.
We have never visited tourist restaurants, but I can say that don’t expect brilliant service anywhere in Prague, they are surly and curt at best, but don’t take it personally they are like that with everyone. I imagine if you go to tourist places they put more of an act on, but surly service is just standard from shops to restaurants everywhere in Prague!
Enjoy and good luck.
Hope that has helped all copied from an email from my Daughter.
My wife and I spent a week in Prague about three years ago.
One place I loved was the Czech Science Museum in the Museum District. Once you've crossed the River Vltava from the Old Town you enter a park and the museum is about a 30 minute walk from there. It's out of the way so we had the place much to ourselves. Of course, you have to be interested in such things, but the collection of model aircraft is stunning. Years ago (before wife and business), I used to scratchbuild model aircraft after drawing my own plans and using those to make my own moulds. My models were almost perfect replicas - but the models in the Science Museum left me speechless. They are obviously the product of some of the best model makers in the world. The museum also contains displays of Czech cars, cameras, domestic goods and much else. There are also several other museums
Prague Castle and St. Vitas' Cathedral are worth visiting, as is the Loretta Convent (if I remember the name correctly) near the castle. We also visited the Hus Chapel, Tyn Church and viewed the city from the tower that stands on top of the hill opposite the castle after walking there from the city. Those are all the touristy things I'm sure you've seen though.
Hope you have a good time.
One place I loved was the Czech Science Museum in the Museum District. Once you've crossed the River Vltava from the Old Town you enter a park and the museum is about a 30 minute walk from there. It's out of the way so we had the place much to ourselves. Of course, you have to be interested in such things, but the collection of model aircraft is stunning. Years ago (before wife and business), I used to scratchbuild model aircraft after drawing my own plans and using those to make my own moulds. My models were almost perfect replicas - but the models in the Science Museum left me speechless. They are obviously the product of some of the best model makers in the world. The museum also contains displays of Czech cars, cameras, domestic goods and much else. There are also several other museums
Prague Castle and St. Vitas' Cathedral are worth visiting, as is the Loretta Convent (if I remember the name correctly) near the castle. We also visited the Hus Chapel, Tyn Church and viewed the city from the tower that stands on top of the hill opposite the castle after walking there from the city. Those are all the touristy things I'm sure you've seen though.
Hope you have a good time.
there is a bloody amazing torture chamber exhibition you won't want to miss. You can't miss the signs.
Also if doing a boat trip, buy your tickets from the kiosk on the castle side of Charles Bridge - cheaper and a longer trip.
If you fancy a laugh there's a ghost tour of the old city - it is hokey and run by students - it's so rubbish it's great and well worth the few quid, and you'll pick up some tips on some obscure places to see next day.
Mid dec you'll get the fabulous xmas market in the old square - allow hours for this, it's amazing, an don't miss the stalls with the traditional leather sex toys!
Also if doing a boat trip, buy your tickets from the kiosk on the castle side of Charles Bridge - cheaper and a longer trip.
If you fancy a laugh there's a ghost tour of the old city - it is hokey and run by students - it's so rubbish it's great and well worth the few quid, and you'll pick up some tips on some obscure places to see next day.
Mid dec you'll get the fabulous xmas market in the old square - allow hours for this, it's amazing, an don't miss the stalls with the traditional leather sex toys!
for something different outside prague visit Kutna Hora! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kutná_Hora
A tiny little church decorated inside with bones, sound morbid but it is actually amazing to see, i went on a tour organised through our hotel
Enjoy Prague is lovely!
A tiny little church decorated inside with bones, sound morbid but it is actually amazing to see, i went on a tour organised through our hotel
Enjoy Prague is lovely!
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