Prague (Praha) 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 a set of amazing grassy hills with views of the river—the perfect place for an impromptu picnic. And remember, no open-container laws means your picnic can get as fun as it wants to. For a more romantic setting, try the vine-covered Havlíčkovy sady on Prague 2's southern end and enjoy a glass from over 100 varieties of wine (33-550Kč) at Vinični Altán, the wine bar at the top of the park (Open dawn to dusk.).

Vyšehrad National Cultural Monument, V Pevnosti 5B (☎241 41 03 48; www.praha-vysehrad.cz), Overlooking the beautiful Vltava River, the Vyšehrad monument plays host to scores of Czech couples getting busy on park benches, though Princess Libuše spent her time foreseeing the future glory of Prague. See, back then when you claimed to see crazy things, it made you famous instead of, well, crazy. An English guidebook can be purchased from any of the exhibitions (35Kč), a worthy investment to understand the signifcance of an afternoon spent here. Historical highlights include the Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul built by Charles IV in the 14th century and the adjoining graveyard featuring some of the wildest and most provocative headstones you'll ever come across, as well as the remains of Antonin Dvořak and Alfons Mucha. Check out the Gothic Cellar for an archaeological look at the prehistoric inhabitants of the garrison. C: Vyšehrad. Park admission free. Vyšehrad Gallery 20Kč. The Brick Gate 20Kč. Casemate including guide 50Kč. Church of St. Peter and St. Paul 30Kč, students 10Kč. Exhibitions open daily Nov-Mar 9:30am-5pm; Apr-Oct 9:30am-6pm. St Peter and St. Paul open Tu-Th 9am-noon and 1-5pm, F 9am-noon. Does not take credit cards. Wheelchair access. Serves alcohol.