Prague (Praha) Sights

Escape the crowds that flock to Prague’s downtown sights by venturing away from Staroměstské náměstí, the Charles Bridge, and Václavské náměstí. There are plenty of attractions for visitors hidden in the old Jewish quarter of Josefov, the hills of Vyšehrad, and the streets of Malá Strana.

• Staré Město (Old Town)

Navigating the 1000-year-old Staré Město—a jumble of narrow streets and alleys—can be difficult. Once the sun sets, the ancient labyrinth comes alive with the city’s youth, who enliven its many ...more

• Nové Město (New Town)

Established in 1348 by Charles IV, Nové Město has become Prague’s commercial center. The Franciscan Gardens offer an oasis from the bustling businesses. Saint Henry Tower, Jindřišské ulice, Praha ...more

• Josefov

The sights of Josefov, mostly syngagogues, are all located within close proximity. ( > A: Staroměstská. $ Admission to all synagogues except Staronová 300Kč, students 200Kč ...more

• Malá Strana

Church of Saint Nicholas, Malostranské náměstí 272/1 If you've spent any time in Europe by now, you've likely seen a church or two, or 50. But this ain't no ordinary house of the Lord. Boldly colored ...more

• Prague Castle (Pražský Hrad)

Pražský Hrad (Prague Castle), (☎ 224 373 368; www.hrad.cz), One of the largest castles in the world, Prague Castle has been the seat of the Bohemian government since its construction over a millennium ...more

• Outer Prague

In the beautiful neighborhood of Troja, French architect J. B. Mathey’s 17th-century château overlooks the Vltava. (Metro C: Nádraží Holešovice, take bus #112 to Zoologická Zahrada. Open Apr.-Oct ...more

• Žižkov

Church of Saint Procopius, Čajkovského 36 (☎ 775 609 952), In 1881, Žižkov became a city independent of Prague. Amidst jubilations over their newfound autonomy, the residents of Žižkov realized ...more

• Vinohrady

Vinohrady may not contain the most amazing assortment of historical treasures, but its collection of small parks and beautiful grassy squares is unrivaled. Riegrovy sady on the northside of Vinohrady is ...more

• Holešovice

Levetské sady, A stroll through this enormous, luscious park with unconquerable views of the Vltava river can brighten your entire day. Meander along its densely forested trails, spectate at its organically-constructed ...more

• Dejvice

Roundabout, Having found no decipherable history on this strangely enchanting giant roundabout, we have nothing more to say than, look! The thing is huge and has a colorful garden in the center; it's perhaps ...more