This city is simply created for lovers of a “non-beach” holiday. One of the oldest in Europe, which has seen the most diverse times, absorbed dozens of different cultures, but retained its spirit. The capital of the Czech Republic is considered one of the largest tourist centers Europe. But what exactly attracts more than five million tourists here every year, we will now try to find out. So, the main ones Prague sights.

1. Wenceslas Square

Wenceslas Square for Prague residents - historical place, which is associated with many important events. For tourists, this is a concentration of countless restaurants, souvenir shops and a point where routes from all local attractions flock. Initially, in the mid-19th century, this interesting place was known as the Horse Market. After the 20s of the twentieth century, Wenceslas Square began to take on a more familiar, modern appearance.

2. Hradcany

The next popular tourist destination in Prague is the wealthy Hradcany district, adjacent to the city on the western side of the city. Hradcany was originally built as a place to live for palace servants, but a fire that happened two centuries later destroyed the residential buildings. Subsequently, these places were chosen by the nobility and built up with their palaces and mansions. Since that time, this area of ​​​​Prague has been an elite residence. The arsenal of Hradcan assets includes a considerable number of palaces, churches and monasteries, Old Town Hall(being one of oldest buildings this area) and many more famous places, which will be interesting for tourists to visit.

3. Charles Bridge

- this is one of the most significant buildings in the Czech Republic, which bears the title of one of the main attractions of Prague. The Charles Bridge connects the banks of the Vltava (two districts - Stare Mesto and Mala Strana) and for quite a long time was used as a road along which royals from the court got to the Castle. Walking and other movements of other people across the bridge were subject to a toll. Also, this bridge became an indispensable and convenient stadium where various kinds of celebrations and other events were held. In the last quarter of the twentieth century, Charles Bridge was officially recognized as a pedestrian bridge. Today it is most popular place in Prague, which is always filled with merchants, artists and musicians.

4. Prague Castle

Prague Castle is the second iconic landmark of Prague, located along the top of the hill on the left bank of the Vltava. Prague Castle carries both historical, political and cultural values ​​of the Czech Republic. It was founded back in the 9th century. In front of the entrance to the fortress is Hradcany Square, the layout of which has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages to this day. This square contains several palaces that will certainly interest tourists. Prague Castle itself includes three courtyards with many attractions. Each of them is definitely worth a look!

5. St. Vitus Cathedral

One of the many city attractions that can be seen on the grounds of Prague Castle. The Cathedral of St. Vitus is located on the territory of the oldest part of the City and dates back to 1344. Today, St. Vitus Cathedral serves as the residence of the Prague Archbishop. Its construction, restoration and various types of improvements took many centuries, as a result of which the cathedral’s decoration consists of many examples of various types of art: Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and others. The building of this beautiful cathedral is recognized by modern art connoisseurs as one of the best architectural buildings in Western Europe.

6. Old Town

Old city- this is the place where many important sights for Prague are located, this is where every tourist begins his acquaintance with the city. The area is located on the right bank of the Vltava, in a place where a settlement was formed already in the 10th century. Century after century, the images of his buildings changed depending on the trends of architecture and fashion. Now hidden under the countless pavements of the Old Town of Prague the whole world, consisting of labyrinths of ancient streets, basements and cellars that are genuine witnesses of bygone eras. A bunch of memorable places This area attracts incorruptible interest among tourists.

7. Mala Strana

8. Old Town Square

One of the brightest assets of Prague can rightfully be called Old Town Square. It is the heart of the above-mentioned Stare Mesto district, which, in turn, is considered its historical center. Old Town Square was formed in the 12th century and was originally a bazaar where noisy artisans, craftsmen, traders and merchants with all sorts of foreign goods gathered. The surrounding area is filled with a variety of architectural creations dating back to many eras and styles.

9. Tyn Temple

Regardless of the weather and their location, tourists will always be able to freely enjoy the view of the Tyn Church (or the Church of the Virgin Mary) - one of the most recognizable Prague landmarks. The age of this beautiful temple is about seven centuries, and it was built over two hundred years. Now the duo of its pointed towers is a symbolic business card of the capital of the Czech Republic and is known throughout the world. The construction of these towers took place at different times, and if you look closely, their asymmetry becomes noticeable, which is inherent in the Gothic style. The height of the towers above the facade reaches seventy meters.

As for the internal arrangement of the temple, to this day it has remained unchanged since its construction, in contrast to the external part, which was restored after the fire.

10. Strahov Monastery

The Strahov Monastery appears to visitors in three guises: as a museum, a library and a religious center. It is included in the list of the oldest monasteries in Prague. It was erected in the middle of the 12th century. It received the name Strahovsky from the word “guard”, because previously there was an outpost guarding the outskirts of Prague on this territory.

The appearance of the Strahov Monastery changed many times: it suffered from fires, underwent reconstruction, and each time took on an appearance that corresponded to the current era. Nowadays, it is a famous architectural landmark of Prague, which is a must-see for all visitors to the city!

11. Visegrad

They say that here a long time ago the legendary Czech princess predicted the capital Czech state worldwide fame and thunderous fame. At the same time the oldest fortress and historical Center cities. The fortress appeared here in the 10th century, and accordingly, a city began to form around it and inside it. Here you can admire the ancient architectural beauties of the Czech capital - the Basilica of Saints Paul and Peter, the Romanesque rotunda. Fans of Gothic culture can be advised to visit the local cemetery and visit the ancient dungeons. A must-visit is the Visegrad observation deck, from which you can fully enjoy the beautiful views. Official sources mention only three sites, but upon closer examination it turns out that many more can be found. Experienced travelers advise starting to explore this part of the city early in the morning – fewer tourists, more time for a thorough acquaintance with the beauties.

12. Prague Zoo

Troy Basin. This is where the largest zoo in the Czech Republic and one of the largest in Europe is located. Conceived in the 20s of the 20th century as a zoological garden, it later grew into a full-fledged zoo. By and large, the local establishment could be another of a number of similar ones with pavilions open and closed type, where various representatives of the world of animals and birds are kept. However, the Prague Zoo has a unique pavilion of its kind that recreates the jungle. “Indonesian Jungle” allows you to plunge into the life of animals, offering visitors close acquaintance with representatives of the fauna in a rather convenient form. The zoo also breeds animals; in its pavilions it has been possible to recreate decent living conditions for many rare species that can no longer be found in the wild.

13. Petrin Hill

The most high point Prague. Once upon a time, the first pagans living in these places worshiped the god Perun. Now the hill is a landmark of Prague, which is included in any tourist program, tied to the city. Besides the usual places, worthy of attention like a tower with a beautiful view of the city, an observatory or the magnificent Petrin Gardens, I want to put the Mirror Labyrinth in a special place. Initially, the castle-like structure was intended to be panoramic. Then some reconstruction brought the labyrinth to the form in which it appears to visitors now. Thanks to mirrors, a person gets the feeling of an enclosed space from which there is no way out. There is also a fun room, apparently aimed at relaxing visitors after the stress of being in the maze.

14. Dancing House

Until the 60s of the 20th century, there was a building destroyed by bombing in this place (corner of Resslovaya Street), which spoiled the appearance of the city. Former Czech President Vaclav Havel, who lives next door to the “ruins,” insisted that the view of the city be improved with a modern building. This is how the structure called “” appeared. At first glance, the building looks as if it was attacked by an unknown giant who squeezed architectural structure into a huge fist. In fact, the architects designing the building depicted a kind of dancing couple - a man and a woman, “caught” during a passionate dance, captured with architectural sophistication. Of course, the building is quite different from its neighbors - the more interesting it looks.

15. Kampa Museum

Museum lovers also have something to see in Prague. First, let's get acquainted with the Kampa Museum - a prominent representative of new trends in art in the city. First of all, it is worth visiting for lovers of non-standard exhibits. Here tourists can see statues of large babies with strange faces, car figures made of thread or wire, figures of huge scarlet rabbits and a great variety of other exhibits that we are not used to seeing in typical museums.

The Kapma Museum is located in the Owl Mills, which were founded in the middle of the last millennium. But this museum differs from others similar to it in that it is characterized by the medieval style that fills all of Prague.

16. Museum of Alchemists and Magicians

Fans of mysticism will be interested in visiting the Museum of Alchemists and Magicians in Prague, the atmosphere of which will touch the very darkness of the souls of its visitors with its mystery. Within the walls of the magic museum, tourists will be able to see under what conditions ancient alchemists brewed their potions and carried out experiments. Those who wish can purchase real potions here to experience the mysteries of medieval magic. This museum probably ranks second on the list of the oldest houses in Prague. The earliest surviving mention of this building dates back to the year 900.

17. Kafka Museum

This unusual place is worth attention not only because of the “culprit” - the famous absurdist writer and philosopher Franz Kafka, but also because of the history of its origin. Initially, the “museum” was an exhibition organized in Barcelona by one of the local representatives of cultural studies as part of the series “Cities and Their Writers”. Then the exhibition was dedicated to Barcelona and Prague. Later she moved to New York, and in 2005 she arrived at " historical homeland" The building, which once belonged to a brick factory, now contains the writer's legacy. Getting to know the museum can be somewhat confusing for the cultural masses. In the courtyard there are a couple of statues of naked men who can write (emphasis on the first syllable, yes, yes) the words you send via SMS to a specially designated number. After this, the museum itself may seem less shocking, but this is only at first glance.

18. Toy Museum

The next museum in Prague, due to its name, will most likely attract the younger age group. However, there is no need to rush to conclusions. The Toy Museum can surprise not only young visitors, but also those accompanying them. The museum was originally created in the city of Munich, where film director Ivan Steiger found himself after some political events in his native country. Then Steiger collected various toys as props for filming, and at the end he left everything, which served as the beginning of the future museum. Later, with the help of numerous well-wishers, he began to acquire valuable specimens for the collection. And in the early 90s of the 20th century, he returned with all his property to his native Prague, where the museum is located to this day.

19. National Theater

The building of this theater was literally built with people's savings. Originally built in 1881, the theater burned down in a fire, but then, in the shortest possible time, it was restored from scratch with funds raised by the Czech people. In addition to productions that present both local works and masterpieces of the world stage, the theater also attracts visitors with its architecture. External and interior decoration amazes with its grandeur. Numerous statues on the external facades, huge paintings and intricately designed ceilings - you can’t help but get lost in the desire to experience the cultural component of Prague.

Here are just a few interesting attractions in Parga that most tourists visit. This list represents only a small part of what the capital of the Czech Republic has to offer. It can take a lot of time to get to know everything.

Do you want to become “one of our own” in the Czech capital? The secret is simple - stop rushing. Do not try to visit all the tourist establishments described in the guidebook, or better yet, stay away from them altogether. Why do you need these crowds of people, inflated prices, problems with service and standard souvenirs? Let's talk about alternative Prague - the way the natives know and love it!

Antoninovo pekařstvi

This small bakery (or rather, two - a branch recently opened) is deservedly popular among local residents. They line up to buy traditional bread and pies (kolaches), prepared according to the recipes of Czech grandmothers. Breakfasts are no less good, especially the favorite option of many Prague residents, which brings back memories of childhood - bread with egg salad and a cup of cocoa. Reservations are not accepted, so on a weekend morning you will have to stand in line (usually it moves quite quickly). You can sit outside and watch the quiet life of the area.

Address: Laubova 4 (Praha 3), Moskevská 38 (Praha 10).

Opening hours: daily from 7:30 to 19:30.

Choco Cafe

A family workshop and cafe that serves 50 types of chocolate, including some very original ones - for example, with chili pepper. It is also worth trying the wafer Hořické trubičky with a creamy filling, the taste of which is emphasized by chocolate, nuts and other additives. A portion of two straws costs 55 CZK (€2).

Address: Liliová 250/4, Klimentská 34, Betlémské nám. 8 (Praha 1)

Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 20:00.

Můj šálek kávy

Residents of Prague's Karlin district love this establishment for its versatility. Here you can have breakfast, lunch, drink coffee (gourmets consider it one of the best in the city), eat dessert or chat with friends over a glass of wine. The cafe is famous for its “English breakfast” - connoisseurs claim that it is prepared according to all the rules. To burn off those extra calories from this lovely establishment, climb the nearby Vítkov Hill for views of the .

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Address: Křižíkova 105 (Praha 8).

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 22:00, Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00.

La Dégustation Bohême Bourgeoise

Czech cuisine, considered by many gourmets to be lacking in sophistication, is a challenge for any chef. This establishment received him with dignity - they developed a tasting menu of 11 dishes based on culinary recipes of the 19th century. The asking price is 3350 CZK (€125).

Address: Haštalská 18 (Praha 1).

Opening hours: daily from 18:00 to 00:00.

Qubus Gallery

Fans of modern art and custom souvenirs will appreciate this art space created by designers Jakub Berdich and Maxim Velkovsky. Here you can see the works of Czech and foreign masters, as well as buy interesting (and very expensive) products made of glass, porcelain, wood, metal, wax, plastic and other materials.

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Address: Rámová 3 (Praha 1).

Opening hours: daily from 11:00 to 19:00.

Cross Club

A place loved by representatives of the DIY subculture. They are attracted here by non-commercial music (dubstep, breakbeat, reggae, ska, punk, rockabilly and drum and bass), low prices, unspoken permission to smoke weed and a fascinating interior in which the world of Jules Verne and cyberpunk plots are intricately mixed. Czech and foreign performers regularly perform here, as well as other events. interesting events: author's readings, theatrical performances, film screenings. A nice bonus is that most of them can be visited for free or for a nominal sum.

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Address: Jindřišská 5 (Praha 1).

Opening hours: daily from 14:00 to 22:30.

Atrium Concert Hall

Located in a former church building. Classical music concerts are held here, tickets for which are obscenely cheap (Prague residents claim that at times they cost no more than a Big Mac). Sometimes famous musicians perform here, but you will have to pay a lot more for the pleasure of listening to them in famous halls.

Address: Čajkovského 12 (Praha 3).

Opening hours: according to the concert schedule.

Dox Center for Contemporary Art

Interesting exhibitions are constantly held here, sometimes even several at once (ticket costs 180 CZK or €6.5). You can join a tour (English-speaking guides are available) to get as much information as possible about the exhibits on display. There is a café and a store that sells souvenirs made of glass and porcelain, jewelry from the best Czech designers and books about art.

Address: Poupětova 1 (Praha 7).

Opening hours: Tuesday - closed, Wednesday and Friday - from 11:00 to 19:00, Thursday - from 11:00 to 21:00, Saturday-Monday - from 10:00 to 18:00.

Page Five

A cozy store specializing in the sale of books and magazines about art, as well as author's prints. There are works by young Czech authors and popular magazines Kinfolk, Frame and Monocle, as well as publications in English. The average cost of a book is 300 CZK (€11). Opposite is a homely bistro - Bistro 8, where you can have a cup of coffee and cake or have a full lunch after a successful shopping spree.

Address: Veverkova 5 (Praha 7).

Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 12:00 to 19:00, Saturday from 12:00 to 16:00, Sunday - closed.

Second hand Fifty Fifty

Are you smiling sarcastically? Not worth it! This is not a store with well-worn rags, but a kingdom of vintage clothes! A stylish lady rules here, who personally brings interesting specimens from her trips (mainly from Berlin). You can buy tunics, blouses and shirts from the 70s, Levi's jeans from the 90s, handbags and other accessories - all in excellent condition. From time to time you come across real treasures, for example, a Burberry coat. The average cost of clothing is 300 CZK (€11).

Address: Slezská 28 (Praha 2).

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00, Sunday - closed.

Parallelni polis

This unique place can be called a state within a state. Hacker state. It was conceived by the legendary association of Czech artists Ztohoven, in order to promote the development of crypto-anarchism.

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In addition to the coworking space, there is a cafe here - officially the first establishment on the planet where they accept exclusively virtual currency - bitcoins - for payment. For those who are far from the world of “digital money”, there are so-called “paper wallets” that are used for one-time transactions. The coffee here is excellent - Berlin-roasted Bonanza, recognized as one of the best in the world.

Address: Dělnická 43 (Praha 7).

Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 20:00.

Art space MeetFactory

An art gallery, theater, music stage and co-working space for creative people. This place was founded by the Czech sculptor-provocateur David Cerny, so don't be surprised appearance buildings - its walls are decorated with pink cars and streaks of paint. Bands playing indie and electro music perform here, studios of young artists work, and exhibitions, fairs and festivals are held from time to time. The average ticket price is 350 CZK (€13). Good news for opponents of smoking - this bad habit is prohibited on the MeetFactory territory.

Atypical Prague... This is the same Prague, only seen from a different side, from a different point of view. You just need to get off the beaten path and pay attention to what doesn’t catch your eye. There is, after all, a discreet, unnoticeable beauty, but if you look into it, understand and feel it, then everything else will seem banal and uninteresting. This is how it turns out in the case of Prague, when you notice certain nuances, or rather, unusual places, in which the city’s individuality is especially noticeable. So, we suggest visiting them on the weekend, or, as they say, Prague for the weekend.

For example, Cafe Bella Vida. It is located close to, and has a view of Vltava from its windows will not leave you indifferent. This cafe is distinguished by its original design: in the form of a private apartment, that is, just a few rooms, differently furnished, with closets along the walls, different-sized chairs. You come, sit down in a comfortable chair that you like, order those dishes for which this cafe is famous. This is homemade lemonade or specially prepared coffee. Or you can even sit on the embankment, where the cafe also has several tables. From here, from open space, the view of the surrounding area is absolutely unforgettable. This cafe has not yet become famous among Prague guests; there is no crowd here, no unnecessary fuss, everything is calm and cozy. The feeling is as if you came to visit friends, and not to a public institution.

Cafe address: Malostranské nábřeží 563/3, 118 00 Praha, Czech Republic

Kampa Island Park

Which is located right next to the Bella Vida cafe, in fact it is a small island, half of which is given over to a park. On one side it is washed by the Vltava, on the other there flows a river with interesting name Devil, And local residents They love walks under the shade of its vegetation and the sound of river streams. In addition to the park itself, the island attracts curious people, who are skillfully made from yellow plastic bottles. The authors of this original composition in 2008 were just trying to draw attention to the irrational, from their point of view, use natural resources. And the result is a museum object, a sculpture-exhibit, especially attractive at dusk and at night, when the internal lighting is turned on. All more people comes to look at the line of yellow penguins, and some even try to steal them for souvenirs.

Address: U Sovových mlýnů 2 118 00 Praha Czech Republic

John Lennon Wall

Another interesting one is this. It is located opposite the French embassy in Prague, and the inscriptions on it are said to have begun to appear immediately after Lennon's death. The city authorities unsuccessfully tried to stop such disgrace in the city center, but none of their efforts stopped fans from again and again filling the wall space with inscriptions, quotes and drawings. In the end, they were left alone, and this place no longer became a “disgrace”, but a full-fledged modern landmark of the city. It is interesting to watch it, because it is a living object, it is constantly changing, new images, autographs and wishes appear on it.

Address: Velkopřevorské náměstí, 118 00 Praha, Czech Republic

Wallenstein Garden

There is another amazing object that will cause your genuine admiration. This - . It hid behind an inconspicuous gate, but in fact it is one of the most picturesque gardens, or rather palace gardens in the Baroque style. It appeared in Prague at the beginning of the 17th century. Now this garden has become the territory of the Senate, and this is probably why there are so few visitors to it. Meanwhile, there is something to see! This is a completely artificial garden, made according to an intricate design and lovingly maintained in excellent condition to this day. Here lies a pond with fish splashing in it, magnolia trees bloom and arrogant peacocks walk around. The landscape is complex, with green hedges and intricately trimmed trees, with statues here and there. There is also a strange wall made up of stalactites, on which, in addition, face masks are carved. An absolutely magical experience, incomparable to anything.

Address: Letenská, 110 00 Praha, Czech Republic

Boat trip on the Vltava

The Vltava is magnificent. On the shore you can see rental points for boats and catamarans, marked with figures of swans, with which the catamarans are decorated. You can rent such a catamaran and go for a ride, and then people around you will pay attention to you, look at you and take pictures. Then you will feel for yourself what it’s like to be a celebrity! Well, if fame doesn’t attract you, you can take a boat and glide in it along the Vltava waters, admiring the picturesque banks. At the same time, you will take a break from walks and impressions.

Swans on the Vltava

But if the swans still don’t impress you, then take a walk along the Janackovo embankment. Here's where you'll see enough, this time alive. They don't pay much attention to onlookers, but go about their business. They won't mind at all if you want to take a photo of them.

Address: Janáčkovo nábřeží, 150 00 Praha-Praha 5, Czech Republic

Buy Krtek - the symbol of the Czech Republic

Somewhere along the road you will see toys being sold - Mole (Krtek), a children's cartoon character by artist Zdenek Miller. Krtek is, if you like, a symbol of the Czech Republic. The cartoon with this hero was shown at one time in the USSR, as well as in 75 countries around the world. So buy Krtek as a souvenir of your visit to Prague.

Street food

After long walks I really crave something to eat. And the unusually tasty smell of smoked meat immediately attracts attention. It turns out that you have come to a place where they sell Prosciutto di Praga, or Old Prague ham. People happily crowd around a huge ham, from which thin slices are cut off with a special knife and immediately eaten by the connoisseurs gathered around.

After trying the meat delicacy, don’t forget to enjoy dessert. This is the so-called trdelnik, a national dish that people have adapted to prepare right on the street, in the presence of customers, and even upon their order. This is a tube of pastry with cream or Nutella inside, and even sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar on top. Real jam! You just need to remember that you are not the only one who likes this dish. The wasps have tasted it for a long time, and will try to eat it with you. So be careful!

If you still haven't had enough, you can buy it here, on the street, fresh fruits. Or vegetables.

Street musicians

By the way, if you ate ham on, you probably paid attention to the street musicians. There are many of them, they are different, and there will always be one that will touch some string in your soul.

Astronomical clock Orloy

If you stay around the musicians long enough, you might be lucky enough to watch one of Prague’s most famous landmarks in action. We are talking about ones that show a lot of different parameters, they don’t just show time. But at the same time they are clocks, and astronomical ones at that. They were installed back in the 15th century, and since then they have evoked genuine admiration among all spectators of the extraordinary action. There are four main figures and twelve more apostle figures. The main figures: a skeleton, symbolizing death, chimes every hour; followed by a figure with a mirror, symbolizing vanity; then the figure with the wallet is greed, and finally the fourth figure in the turban, symbolizing nothing, is just a Turk. And at noon, all twelve apostles emerge from the openings and majestically reveal themselves to numerous spectators.

Address: Staroměstské náměstí 1, 110 00 Praha 1, Czech Republic

Franz Kafka and Prague

When the phantasmagoria with the clock ends, you can go further to Franz Kafka Square. It is located here, but the exhibition contains only photographs, and it is unlikely that you will be interested in it.

But looking at the house in which he lived is much more interesting. To do this, you need to turn in and find number 22. This is a very tiny apartment with thin walls.

If you are really interested in Kafka and the details of his life in Prague, then nothing prevents you from crossing the Vltava and visiting, looking, walking around, feeling the atmosphere. Little has changed here since then.

Maybe you will even be able to buy “The Castle” in the original language, there is such an inconspicuous shop there, they will show you.

Museum address: Cihelná 2b, 118 00 Praha 1, Česká republika

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Prague for walks

Every person who has visited Prague, answering the question of what interesting things can be seen there, will say that you need to walk around Prague, walk and walk again. Most people will name only the names of parts of the city as must-see places, such as Visegrad, the old town, Mala Strana, Hradcany, the Jewish Quarter. Some will add to the list by visiting museums, parks, etc. I would like to note that when planning your vacation in the capital of the Czech Republic, you may not expect to go anywhere at all, but you will still return home in a great mood, and perhaps with a slight sadness that you already had to leave.

Inspecting many of the sights from the outside is no worse than visiting the inside.

So I'll start my own list. places of interest, which I would recommend visiting to future tourists.

Old city

It is simply impossible to go to Prague and not visit the Old Town. After all, this is the heart of the city, its historically oldest part, from which its construction began. The most tourist place here is rightfully considered The Charles Bridge, which has not only stood for several centuries, but is also the “calling card” of the city. It is built over the Vltava River and connects the Old Town with Lesser Town. The bridge is decorated with sculptures, including the statue of St. John of Nepomuk. There is a belief that if you rub it and make a wish, it will come true. That is why there is a queue of tourists near this attraction. Everyone wants to ask the Saint for something secret.

Old Town Square in the city center is the oldest square and the most beautiful. Here, on the town hall building, there are world-famous watch, who call 12 times a day and show a “show”. The performance itself is that the clock doors open and the figures of the apostles begin to move in a circle, plus the skeleton rings a bell. All this action lasts several tens of seconds. Each such performance attracts a crowd of tourists, some of whom can comfortably sit in a street cafe opposite the clock.

Wenceslas Square is a place for youth hangouts, especially in the evenings. At the beginning of the square there is a sculpture of Wenceslas on a horse. And in one of the buildings there is an ironic sculpture of a modern figure, in which Vaclav sits on an inverted horse. The horse itself is attached to the ceiling by its legs.

Powder Gate- that's another thing ancient building, worthy of attention, which is now a gathering place for tourist groups.

Jewish Quarter

This place is famous for the fact that there previously existed a Jewish ghetto surrounded by a stone wall. Left the biggest impression old Jewish cemetery. The tombstone slabs here are located on a high embankment. For those who do not yet know, I will explain that there is very little space in the cemetery, and burials were made here for many years, so people had no choice but to make new ones on top of old graves. This created several layers of burials (in some places up to 12), so the cemetery began to “grow upward.”

Small country

This part of the city is famous for its green gardens and parks. It’s nice to take a walk in these places, slowly taking in the beauty of Prague. One place is planted with bushes of blooming roses, in others fruit trees are grown (we, for example, came across a pear grove), in others you can see peacocks walking along the lawns and fish swimming in the fountain. There are a lot of vacationers in such places, not only tourists, but also local residents.

The Czech "Eiffel Tower" is located in the same area and is called Petřín Tower. If you go up, you will get unforgettable views of the city from above.
You can climb the stairs, which, although located inside the structure, are, so to speak, blown with fresh air. The tower “sways” a little from the wind and visitors, which adds adrenaline.

Hradcany

Rising from the Mala Strana area, you find yourself in the most beautiful corner Prague (in my opinion) - Hradcany. It is in this place that the most majestic in the city is located St. Vitus Cathedral. It is impossible to appreciate how beautiful this cathedral is inside and out. It is known that the construction of the cathedral was carried out by several generations of architects, succeeding each other for more than 500 years. Each of them made their own contribution to the construction, which is why it cannot be said that all components of the cathedral were made in the same style. Like Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral began to be built by order of Charles IV.

The cathedral is located on the territory Prague Castle- the residence of the kings, and now the president of the Czech Republic. The coronation of ruling persons was held in this place. Nowadays, in addition to the majestic buildings and artistic treasures, the attention of tourists is attracted by the process of changing the guard.

Neither an article nor suitable words are enough to describe all the delights of Prague Castle. So I’ll just say that it’s definitely worth seeing with your own eyes. I will only add that the beauty here can be observed not only during the day, but also when the buildings are illuminated at night.

Visegrad

According to legend, Vysehrad is the fortress from which the construction of Prague began. The main attraction of Visegrad is the Gothic Cathedral of Peter and Paul. The cathedral building was rebuilt several times during its existence, in different architectural styles. On this moment it embodies the neo-Gothic architectural movement.

Right next to the Cathedral is the most famous Czech cemetery, where many famous figures of the country are buried. No matter how it sounds, even this cemetery is interesting to “walk”. Some of the tombstones here are interesting monuments, dedicated to the buried.

Additionally

In order not to end my list with a cemetery, I will also note that a must-visit place in Prague is zoo, especially if you are traveling with children. After all, it is considered one of the best in Europe. I haven’t seen other European zoos, but this one definitely impressed me. The huge territory, many exotic animals and birds, excellent conditions for keeping them and organizing recreation for visitors deserve the attention of both adult tourists and children.

And, of course, don’t pass by the “dancing” house. This building already belongs to modern architecture.

I will add that this article was able to contain only a “superficial” list of must-see attractions in Prague, which probably does not reflect even half most beautiful places of this city.

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In some TV show I heard how Prague was compared to a box of chocolates. It's a little jarring, but there's something there. Historical and architectural masterpieces of the city, like an assortment, for every taste.

Prague is one of those few cities that have several symbols. One of them is Charles Bridge. And it doesn’t seem to be particularly big (a little more than half a kilometer), and not wide (not even 10 meters), but attracts tourists. So much so that it is not empty at any time of the day. Here you can buy wonderful souvenirs, pose for local artists, and take pictures against the backdrop of beautiful views.

The most impressive landmark of the city of Prague Castle is medieval castle, which has no equal in the world. A simple walk along it is a great and lasting pleasure. The daily changing of the guard is also impressive, especially the twelve-hour change of guard with music. Tickets: long visit 350 Kč (6-16 years 175 Kč), short visit 250 Kč (6-16 years 125 Kč).

There are tourist bonuses inside the City:

St. Vitus's Cathedral is a majestic Gothic cathedral, all decorated with gargoyles, with a hundred-meter tower. You feel like a bug inside. Open 9:00-17:00, in winter until 16:00. Sunday 12:00-16:00. Free admission.

The Picture Gallery houses masterpieces by Titian, Veronese and Rubens. Open daily 9:00-18:00, in winter until 16:00. Ticket 150 Kč, for a family 200 Kč, reduced price 80 Kč.

The toy museum will be of interest not only to children. Open 9:30-17:30. Ticket 60 CZK, children under 15 years old free.

The Town Hall on Old Town Square is another symbol of Prague. Every hour its chimes attract crowds of tourists to their show. It’s better to choose a place in advance, there will be a lot of people. You can climb the town hall tower to admire observation deck to old Prague. Open 10:00-20:00. Ticket 100 Kč, reduced price 50.

The National Museum is the largest museum in Prague. The main building is located on Wenceslas Square. Since July 7, 2011 it has been closed for four years of reconstruction. In front of the building stands another symbol of Prague - the monument to St. Wenceslas. Exhibits related to the National Museum are displayed in various buildings in the city. All information is on the museum website.

National Gallery in Prague - an association of the largest galleries in the Czech Republic. Exhibits are displayed in several buildings. The most interesting, in my opinion, is located in the Kinsky Palace - the main exhibition hall of the Gallery. The landscapes of Czech artists of the 17th-20th centuries are remarkable. The Sternberg Palace is also worthy of attention, representing European art from the ancient period to the Baroque.

Vysehrad – ancient castle and the present district of Prague. Oddly enough, it is also a symbol of Prague. Competes with Prague Castle for the title of the first center of the Czech Republic. Entrance ticket 20 Kč. Open 09:30-17:00 (an hour longer in summer). There are many interesting places on the castle grounds:

Rotunda of St. Martin (ticket 150 Kč);

Church of the Beheading of John the Baptist, also called invisible (ticket 50 Kč, tours on Saturdays 11:00, 14:00, 16:00);

Casemates, with six original Charles Bridge statues and a magnificent hall (ticket 30 Kč);

Brick gate with an exhibition about the creation and development of Visegrad Castle;

Gothic Dungeon, with objects from the 3rd-4th millennium BC found on the site of ancient settlements in Visegrad (ticket 50 Kč);

The Old Burgrave is now a chamber hall. The Sunday Tales organized here are very popular - historical performances with puppets or actors (on Sundays at 15:00, ticket 40 Kč, adult 80 Kč). In the evening, various concerts are held here.

Tyn Temple, or more correctly, the Temple of the Virgin Mary in front of Tyn, rises above the Old Town Square. The majestic medieval building is visible from any part of Prague. The temple is active, opening hours vary greatly, you can find out more on the Temple website.

The Prague Zoo is of interest even to zoo collectors. A large territory, many open and closed pavilions, a variety of animals, including very rare ones. The Indonesian Jungle pavilion is impressive. Opening hours by month: XI, XII, I, II 09:00-16:00; III 09:00-17:00; IV, V, IX, X 09:00-18:00; VI, VII, VIII 09:00-19:00. Tickets: adults 200 Kč, children 3-15 150 Kč.

The television tower in Žižkov is the tallest building in the Czech Republic. At an altitude of 66 meters there is a restaurant and a hotel for one room, at around 93 meters - observation deck. Tickets: adults 150 Kč, children 3-14 80 Kč.

Of course, it’s difficult to even list all the sights of Prague, let alone explore them. But if you start, you can get involved.

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Prague is simply oversaturated interesting places, which may be of interest to the modern tourist. These include numerous architectural monuments, from the modern “Dancing House” on the banks of the Vltava to medieval Gothic cathedrals, as if plunging you into troubled times. So let's take it all in order!

1. Museums. There are both public and private museums in Prague. IN state museums admission varies from 60 to 150 CZK, students and children receive discounts of up to 50 percent. The largest and most popular state museums are National Museum and the National Gallery in Prague. You can spend a whole day exploring them. Museums of modern art include the Franz Kafka Museum next to the Charles Bridge, the Kampa Island Museum, the Alphonse Mucha and Salvador Dali Museum. In addition to them, there are also private museums with one thematic collection: a museum of sex, a museum of legends and ghosts, a museum of torture devices, a museum of chocolate, communism, police or a toy museum. All of them are located in the city center and are open all days except Mondays until 17-18 hours. Ditto museum complexes include Prague Castle, Vysehrad and Josefov - the Jewish Quarter of Prague, cost entrance ticket will depend on how many objects you plan to visit at once. But it’s worth considering that a complete tour of the attractions is time-consuming, so it’s worth going there in advance.

2. Gardens and parks. Prague is a fairly “green” city; there are a lot of parks where you can take a walk or have a picnic. But for tourists, gardens and parks with sculptures, fountains and other cultural features are much more interesting, and there are 4 such places: Vrtbovsky Garden, located next to the Uezd stop in the Prague 1 area (entrance costs about 60-80 rubles), Wallenstein Garden at the City Senate (free admission, closes at 6 pm), Royal Garden, located at the entrance to Prague Castle from the side tram line(stop "Krolevska Zahrada") and a park on Petrin Hill, which can be reached by cable car. In all these places you can see not only beautiful flowers or hedges, but also summer scenes, summer houses with columns, fountains and works of famous European sculptors.

3. Monuments. Prague has a sufficient number of not just well-known ancient monuments, such as the monument to St. Wenceslas, which stands on a pedestal on Wenceslas Square, but also modern controversial works, such as the sculptures of David the Black or the monument to the victims of communism. In the Old Town you can find the sculpture “Embryo”, which seems to have merged with a drainpipe. A little further away, a man is hanging from the roof of a house - this is a monument to Sigmund Freud. In the Lucerna Palace near Wenceslas Square, Vaclav, upside down on his faithful horse, awaits you, and black giant babies are crawling on the TV tower in the Zizkov area.

4. Architectural objects. The heart of Prague is considered to be the Charles Bridge, which connects the two banks of the Vlatva and is a pedestrian area from Malostranska to Old Town Square. On one side of it is Prague Castle with the tall Gothic Cathedral of St. Vitus, which is cathedral Czech Republic and is open to everyone every day, except during religious services. And on the other - the city hall with an astronomical clock, from which puppet men come out every hour and put on a whole show.

5. Other. The Prague Zoo is undoubtedly worthy of tourists' attention; it can be reached every 5 minutes by car. regular bus. A visit costs 250 CZK for adults, but the zoo is so large that you can easily spend the whole day there.

In the evening, almost every day, from 8 pm to 11 pm the Krizhikovsky singing fountains are open. Usually the repertoire for a month is posted on the official website, and tickets can be purchased at the box office on the day of the performance 15 minutes before the start. In addition to the singing fountains, you can also see the Pilsen Ballet in the open air.

Of course, this is not all that you can see in Prague, since it is an ever-changing city, in which something new appears almost every day.

If you are planning a trip to Prague for the first time, start your acquaintance with the capital of the Czech Republic from these places. “Must see” for foreign travelers - 10 places that are definitely worth visiting in Prague!

Multifaceted and original Prague! Prague means "Threshold". Everything here breathes this facet of Slavic east and west, antiquity and modernity, European grace and Slavic simplicity. The centuries are intertwined into a bizarre pattern, revealing pictures of dazzling beauty...

Prague is often called a magical city that enchants everyone who visits it. And you really begin to understand this only when you find yourself in Prague. There is something mesmerizing in the Cathedral of St. Vitus hovering above the city in a light haze, and in the sleeping swans and ducks on the rapids of the Vltava, and in the seagulls screaming over the river that grab bread directly from the hands of tourists on the Charles Bridge, and in the Slavia coffee shop, where Absinthe is still added to coffee. And undoubtedly, in each of the 10 attractions listed below you will feel the magical power of Prague.

1. ZLATA STREET Zlatá ulička

According to legend, warlocks, alchemists and other “intellectuals” of that time lived in this area of ​​Prague Castle during the Middle Ages. The architecture of these places - tiny two-story houses in which only dwarf sorcerers could really live - confirms this version. However, these speculations have nothing to do with reality. The street was originally calledZlatnitskaya(that is , jewelry), and minters of gold coins for the royal treasury lived here. It is worth noting that money is still being made here: the street has been turned into a souvenir shop. You can get here during the day, paying 40 crowns for a ticket.

Address:Czech Republic, Prague, Prazsky Hrad Price: $ 2.5

2. CHARLES BRIDGE Karlův most

In Prague, all tourists visit one of the main historical and architectural attractions of the city- The Charles Bridge . This the calling card of Prague. The bridge over the Vltava, connecting the Mala Strana and Stare Mesto districts, is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. Charles Bridge is one of the most ancient and “mystical” bridges in the Czech Republic.

On the advice of the court astronomer, King Charles IV laid the foundation stone of the bridge on July 9, 1357 at 5:31 a.m. Thus, The result was a “magic” number - a palindrome 1-3-5-7-9-7-5-3-1. More than six centuries have passed, but many Prague residents and travelers still sincerely believe that the wishes they made on the bridge near the statue of John of Nepomuk will definitely come true (the statue can be easily recognized by its star crown). Address: Czech Republic, Prague, Stare Město

3. HAVEL MARKET Havelské Tržiště / Havel Market

One of the oldest markets in Prague, which has been operating for seven centuries - since the 14th century. Located on a short Havelska street, in the city center. If earlier in shopping arcades they were briskly selling meat, vegetables and other provisions. Now the classic market goods, of little interest to crowds of tourists, are increasingly being replaced by souvenirs, postcards, plates with views of Prague, beer mugs and other interesting little things. The market is open all year round, seven days a week, and is transformed and becomes more picturesque before Christmas.

Address: Czech, Prague, Havelska 13/11, Prague 1

4. MUSEUM OF GHOSTS AND LEGENDS OF PRAGUE - Muzeum pražských pověstí a strašidel

An interesting museum dedicated to mystical characters and ghosts in the history of Prague. The first thing visitors see in the museum are several weighty volumes of legends and tales that have accumulated over the thousand-year history of Prague. The most interesting characters - headless horsemen, drowned people and ghosts - are collected under the roof of the Ghost Museum. The exhibition is housed in a 14th-century house that “remembers” most the local “inhabitants” are still alive. Among them are the creators of the Astronomical Clock, who were blinded so that they could not construct a similar mechanism anywhere else, and regulars of pubs where the water Kabourek appeared of his own free will.

Next comes the underground part of the museum, which represents the recreated streets and secluded corners of old Prague with ghosts, phantoms, spirits and other evil spirits inhabiting them. The creators of the museum decided not to scare visitors with ghosts suddenly jumping out from around the corner, so the museum turned out to be not scary at all (you can safely come with small children).

Address: Czech, Prague , Mostecka 18 Official website

Opening hours: 10.00 -22.00 Price: adult ticket - $6, child ticket - $3

5. SLAVIA COFFEE HOUSE Kavarna Slavia

Coffee shop Slavia- the oldest cafe in Prague and its pedigree is no worse than that of the famous Svejkov beer hall “At the Bowl”. The interior of the cafe is also thoroughbred: heavy marble tables, lacquered furniture, ancient exquisite crystal. Therefore, associations immediately arise with the old-fashioned Viennese cafe. During the times of Austria-Hungary, all Prague bohemia gathered in the Slavia cafe. Since then, nothing has changed here at all. Even the painting “The Absinthe Lover” with a drunken bespectacled man in the company of a naked mermaid hangs in the same place as 100 years ago. It was here that the artist spied the plot of the painting: at that time they drank a lot of absinthe here and quite often.

Address: Czech, Prague , Smetanovo nábřeži 2

Opening hours: 08.00 -23.00

6. OLD TOWN SQUARE St aromĕstské námĕstì

Old Town Square is the historical center of Prague's Old Town, the most visited by guests of the capital of the Czech Republic and the most beautiful square in Europe. All significant events of the last 500 years took place on Old Town Square: coronations, mass executions, announcement of royal decrees. In the 14th century, the city hall was built here and the main chimes of the country were installed—astronomical clock « Prague Orloj", most a “postcard” temple (Tyn Church) and the symbolic zero kilometer (all excursions around Prague start from here).In terms of the number of pubs in the surrounding area and coziness, Old Town Square is unrivaled.

Address:Czech Republic, Prague, Stare Město

7. CATHEDRAL OF ST. VITUS Katedrála Svaté go Vita, Václava a Vojtĕcha

Cathedral of St. Vitus is the most famous church monument in Prague. All Czech rulers were crowned here, and some of them were buried. Prague Temple No. 1 may well compete with another long-term construction project of the Middle Ages, the Milanese Duomo, in terms of deadlines missed by the builders. Prague's St. Vitus Cathedral took almost 700 years to build, from 1344. to 1929. Currently, it is the main cathedral of the Czech Republic and the seat of the Archbishop of Prague. A tour of St. Vitus Cathedral will take at least an hour - Gothic architecture, stained glass windows and gargoyle gutters (the same as in Notre Dame in Paris), as well as the royal tomb, where many rulers of Bohemia and the Holy Roman Empire are buried.

Address:Czech Republic, Prague, Prazsky Hrad

8. BEER "U Medvidku" U Medvidku Restaurant

10. FILM STUDIO BARRANDOV Barrandov Studios

Barrandov Studios- one of the oldest film studios in the world. Founded in the early 1930s. The idea to build a “dream factory” near Prague belongs to Vaclav Havel, the father of the first president of the post-communist Czech Republic, also Vaclav Havel (the same one who gave the city the “dancing house”). The Czechs built their “Hollywood” with an eye on American Hollywood. The location chosen was also similar - Barrandovy Rocks in the vicinity of Prague. They were supposed to resemble the famous Hollywood Hills near Los Angeles.

The efforts of the founders were not in vain. Since the mid-1990s, the studio has practically become a Hollywood branch: a third of the highest-grossing films of the last 15 years have been filmed in the local pavilions - from films "Mission: Impossible" and "Casino Royale" to "Van Helsing" and "The Chronicles of Narnia". The costumes and sets that remain from these blockbusters can be seen by purchasing a two to three hour excursion at any travel agency in Prague.

Address:Czech Republic, Prague, Krizeneckeho namesti 322

WHERE TO MAKE A WISH IN PRAGUE Friends, when you are in Prague, do not forget to make a wish. There are many such places in Prague and we name the most popular of them:

Charles Bridge (Karlův most) - statue of St. John of Nepomuk . Make a wish and touch the copper images.

Charles Bridge (Karlův most)— a lattice with the image of John of Nepomuk, indicating the place from where the great martyr was thrown into the Vltava River. Make a wish and touch the bars.

Old Town Square - meridian passing through the center. You need to make a wish and walk along the center of the meridian.