PRAGUE

Why is Prague worth a visit?

Prague has many nicknames: “The Golden”, “The City of Hundred Towers”, “The Crown of the World”, “The Stony Dream”. Since the Middle Ages, the Czech capital has enjoyed the reputation of being one of the most beautiful cities in the world. And any traveler who has ever been to the city can only confirm this. Hardly any other city in the world has such a beautiful and well-preserved historical center as Prague. It’s no wonder that the entire center of Prague is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Here are our top 5 reasons to travel to Prague:

1. Prague is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Hardly any other city has such a well-preserved historical center as the Czech capital. No wonder that the entire Prague city center with all its sights is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

2. The sights of Prague are among the most famous, interesting and beautiful in the whole of Europe. Every traveler should have seen sightseeing highlights such as Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square, Malá Strana and St. Vitus Cathedral once in his life.

3. Prague has a lof of history. For several millennia, Prague has been one of the most important cities in Europe. In the city, you will encounter this centuries-old history at every turn.

4. Prague is a green city. In the center of the Czech capital there are beautiful gardens and green areas.

5. Prague is a great place to drink beer. Those who count Pils & Co. among their favorite drinks will probably not be happier in any city in the world.

For whom is Prague worth a visit?

World Heritage fans:

Only a few cities in the world can boast that their entire city center with all the sights located there is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Prague is one of these cities. Not only the Old Town of Prague, but also the districts of New Town, Malá Strana and Hradčany, including the two castle complexes of Vyšehrad in the south and Prague Castle in the north, are UNESO World Heritage Sites.

Sightseers:

Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square, the Old Town Hall, Malá Strana, Vyšehrad, St. Vitus Cathedral – if you want to visit a city with many world-famous sights, Prague is the right place.

History buffs:

Prague has been one of the most important cities in Europe for over 1,000 years. On (almost) every corner in Prague there is a historical building that can tell something about the centuries-old history of the Czech capital.

Park lovers:

Prague is an exceedingly green metropolis. If you like to walk in parks and gardens, you will find a lot of beautiful greenery around Prague Castle, in the districts of Hradčany and Malá Strana, on Laurenzi Hill and in Letna Park in the middle of the city.

Beer drinkers:

No other people drink more beer per capita than the Czechs. And with good reason, of course. Because in the home of pilsner, there is an incredible range of delicious beers.

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Prague has a predominantly continental climate, which differs only slightly from the nearby states of Bavaria and Saxony. Summers are relatively warm, sunny and somewhat humid, while winters are quite cool and rather dry. So if you value good weather, you should travel to Prague in spring, summer or early fall. But also in late fall and winter Prague is an absolutely worthwhile destination due to its many historical sights and its great museums.

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Getting there

By car:

Prague is particularly easy to reach by car from Bavaria and Saxony. From Dresden it is just 150 kilometers to Prague via the A17 (in Germany) and the A8 (in the Czech Republic). Nuremberg is also only 300 kilometers away from Prague via the A6 (in Germany) and the A5 (in the Czech Republic). From other federal states, however, the journey is somewhat longer.

By train:

Prague is not connected to the European high-speed rail network, so train journeys to the Czech capital take a relatively long time.

By plane:

Prague is relatively easy to reach by plane. There are daily flights to most major German airports such as Düsseldorf, Frankfurt/Main, Hamburg and Munich. There are also daily flights to Vienna in Austria and Zurich in Switzerland. From the airports Cologne/Bonn as well as Basel and Geneva in Switzerland there are flights to Prague several times a week.

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Shopping

Prague is internationally known more as a city of sightseeing than as a city of shopping. But you would be doing the capital of the Czech Republic an injustice if you thought there were no interesting shopping opportunities here. Prague is an excellent shopping destination, especially for typical Czech products such as beer, crystal, porcelain and wooden toys. Those looking for antiques are also sure to find what they are looking for in the Czech capital. Most antique shops in the city have an excellent selection. In the case of artistic and handicraft goods, you should pay attention to the quality, because it can often differ enormously between the different stores. Especially in the case of very cheap offers, buyers should pay closer attention to the workmanship.

The main shopping area of Prague is around the so-called “Golden Cross”. This refers to the neighborhood around Wenceslas Square and the streets Na příkopě, 28. října and Národní třída. However, there are also plenty of stores in the area between Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square, as well as in Celetná Street, which connects the Old Town Square with the Powder Tower. Since these streets are also the main routes for most tourists, the density of souvenir stores with tasty and tasteless souvenirs is very high. Those who have come to Prague with an extra-large shopping budget should definitely stroll along Pařížská Street. Prague’s most expensive shopping street is home to the flagship stores of international luxury goods corporations.

Those who like to fill his/her pockets in shopping malls should not miss the Palladium, located on Republic Square, in downtown Prague. The modern shopping center was built between 2005 and 2007 on the site of a former barracks. In place of the former area, a completely new main building was built, which offers the largest range of stores, restaurants and services in the historic center of Prague on an area of 115,000 square meters.

For many years, the Czech Republic had the reputation of being a very inexpensive shopping country. However, this is no longer true for all products. Imported goods usually cost the same as in Germany. On the other hand, you can still get good bargains on typical Czech products. Cigarettes and alcoholic beverages are also significantly cheaper than in Germany. If you are on the hunt for bargains, you should visit one of the local flea markets. With a little luck and negotiating skills, you can pick up some great bargains. And last but not least, many services in Prague are still cheaper than in Germany. Those who want to combine a sightseeing tour with a visit to the hairdresser and beauty salon will be pleased with Prague’s prices.

Food and drink

The Czech Republic is widely known for its hearty cuisine. Classically, (a lot of) meat, dumplings and cabbage end up on the plate. But in the most diverse variations. From bread dumplings to potato dumplings to sweet dumplings and from steamed sauerkraut to red cabbage, there seems to be an almost endless variety of cabbage and dumpling types in Czech cuisine. If the daily Czech meat-dumpling-cabbage diet is too high in calories for you, there are of course other ways to eat in Prague. As a city of millions with a lot of tourists, Prague naturally also offers almost every international cuisine.

The culinary highlight is not so much the food as the Czech beer. In the birthplace of Pilsner, brewing culture is still held in high regard. Prague is a true paradise for beer drinkers. There is hardly any other place in the world where pubs and restaurants serve such a wide variety of beers as in the Czech capital.

Nightlife and entertainment

Prague is one of Europe’s party capitals. Every day, dozens of budget planes land at Prague airport and unload tourists who are definitely more interested in Prague’s nightlife than the city’s sights. These masses of party-hungry people come to Prague for two good reasons:

First, the city has an incredible range of party venues to offer. From mega discos that span several floors to cozy little pubs and basement bars to beautiful terrace bars and beer gardens, Prague really does have the right venue for every taste. And secondly, the prices in Prague (still) spread party mood. Compared to other hip party cities like Amsterdam, Barcelona or Hamburg, the Czech capital is downright cheap. When you can get your hands on half a liter of beer for less than two euros, partying is twice as much fun. It’s no wonder that the procedure of “pregaming” (getting drunk at someone’s house as cheaply as possible before going out) is completely unnecessary in Prague. You just go straight to the piste.

If ordinary beer drunkenness is too trashy for you, you can of course also spend the evening in Prague with plenty of high culture. Prague’s theater and concert scene is one of the best in Central Europe. Attending a performance at the National Theater, the Municipal House or the Rudolfinum is definitely recommended.