Best Things To Do in Prague, Czech Republic

1. Chodov Fortress

   4.4 (80 Votes)
   

   Art And Culture, Historical Site, Concert, Fort

   Chodov fortress is basically a renovated chateau but originally, it was a medieval fortress. It is one the most significant historical monuments in Jizni Mesto, with a history that dates back to the 13th century. Today it continues to be a cultural centre and encourages exploration of contemporary fine art. It also acts as a host to various Classical concerts, as well as many other events and a...Read more

2. House At The Golden Ring

   

   Landmark

   House at the Golden Ring is one of the most visited spots of the city. Locals have a very interesting story to tell you about how this house came to be known as House at the Golden ring. Apart from that, it is also one of the most beautiful attractions to visit and is very closely located to Prague Castle. The story is somewhat similar to many other Prague houses. It says that this house takes ...Read more

3. National Theatre

   4.7 (1231 Votes)
   

   Entertainment, Performance, Theatre

   The National Theatre is commonly known as the Czech Republic's representative stage. It is built with funds from all over the country with nationwide collections and was first opened in the year 1881. It was also re-opened for the second time in 1883 after it shut because of a devastating fire. The interior decoration as well as the magnificent exterior is worth dying for. The interior is beaut...Read more

4. State Opera

   4.5 (562 Votes)
   

   Entertainment, Performance, Theatre, Opera House

   Also known as the Prague State Opera and Smetana Theatre, this is of high significance to the cultural map of Prague. When in Prague you should definitely catch a performance here as the ambience of the entire place is magical. Even the performances here are really beautiful and there is no reason to miss out on them. It has a great connection with the Velvet Revolution and has a lot of history...Read more

5. Basilica Of St James

   4.6 (930 Votes)
   

   Church, Religious Site, Historical Site, Architecture

   Basilica of St James is a massive three-aisled basilica which has a long as well as a high chancel. It is the third longest church building in the whole of Prague. The church was founded in the year 1232, and also went on to rebuild in Baroque style in the 18th century. The choir is also housed an organ which is dated back to the year 1705. The Basilica of St. James is currently the hotspot for...Read more

6. Hotel Paris

   4.6 (361 Votes)
   

   Hotel, Historical Site, Food And Drinks, Restaurant

   The Hotel Paris Prague was built in the year 1904 by the renowned architect Jan Vejrych. The interior of the hotel was designed by the renowned architect Antonín Pfeiffer. The ceramic mosaics were employed in particular for decoration of the hotel restaurant and were made in the workshop of Jan Köhler. The Hotel Paris Prague has still maintained its pretentious appearance of a neo-g...Read more

7. Church Of Our Lady Of The Snows

   4.7 (124 Votes)
   

   Church, Religious Site

   The amazing church is situated on the Jungmann Square in the New Town which is near the Wenceslas Square. It is said to be established by Charles IV in the fourteenth century. The congregation of Our Lady of the Snow was established by Charles IV on third of September in the year 1347, the next day after the ruler's royal celebration. Initially, the thought was to fabricate a congregation that ...Read more

8. Vinohrady Theater

   4.7 (92 Votes)
   

   Entertainment, Performance, Play, Stage Show

   Vinohrady Theatre is one of the oldest theatres in Prague. It is beautiful in terms of the plays staged here and is almost always full of art as well as theatre lovers. This prestigious theatre in Prague has a history of over a century old and is one of the milestones of Prague theatrical life. The main stage in Vinohrady presents a number of popular comedies which are musicals as well as signi...Read more

9. Prazky Hlahol

   

   Entertainment, Performance, Stage Show

   Prazky Hlahol is one of oldest Czech choirs in the city of Prague. It was formed back in the year 1861. The first leaders of the choir were Bedrich Smetanaand Karel Bendl who are still remembered as music masterminds of Prague. In the year 1957, the choir managed to form its own orchestra. But, it dissolved in the year 1971 as the costs were too high. This particular international cooperation g...Read more

10. Church Of St. Henry And St. Kunhuta

    4.7 (361 Votes)
    

    Church, Religious Site, Tower

    This Gothic parish church is said to be consecrated to the royal couple Henry and Kunhuta. It was founded at the same time as Prague's New Town in the year 1348. Constructed of quarried stone, the church has a very interesting story behind it. The church is said to be revealed when its stuccoed exterior was taken out during an early 20th century renovation. Since the year 2008, both a Slovak an...Read more

11. Church Of St Castulus

    4.5 (420 Votes)
    

    Church, Religious Site

    Church of St Castulus can be best portrayed as a Gothic basillica arranged at the site of a previous Roman church. This congregation used to reside here and is certainly one of the finest samples of Gothic building design in the city. The congregation was made in the fourteenth century and is said to be made by the Teutonic Knights. It is said that around the congregation, exactly at Hastalske ...Read more

12. Church Of The Assumption Of Virgin The Mary And Charles The Great

    4.7 (252 Votes)
    

    Church, Religious Site

    Church of the assumption of Virgin the Mary and Charles the great is one of the loveliest churches visually and spiritually in the city of Prague. One of the most particularly interesting architecture in the church is founded by Charles IV is its star vaulting. It is situated in a picturesque corner of the Nusle valley which is directly opposite Vyšehrad. The vaulting is as wide as 24 me...Read more

13. Fountain Terezka

    

    Walking Area, Statue, Fountain

    There is a statue of a sitting woman who holds two vessels for water in the wall of the garden of the Clam-Gallas Palace in Old Town. It is located under a niche and is found with the allegory of the Vltava. From one side of the falls, a symbolic stream of water can be seen with five stars which is the attribute of St John of Nepomuk. St John was lucky to have a martyr's death in the waters of ...Read more

14. Church Of The Holy Savior

    4.6 (1004 Votes)
    

    Church, Religious Site, Architecture

    It is said that in the start of the 17th century a lot of German Lutherans came to live in Prague. This is when as a community, for their own worship- the made the church of the holy saviour. Sadly, though in a conflict soon after, the church was taken away by the evangelist and was shut down for its creators. In 1918, finally after a lot of significant events- the place was re-created and is i...Read more

15. Josefov

    

    Historical Site, Monument, Cemetery, Synagogue

    The Jewish Quarter in Prague, known as Josefov, is located between the Vltava River and Old town. Its history dates back to the 13th century, when Jewish people were ordered to vacate their residences and settle down together in this one area. Over the centuries, lot of Jews arrived from different parts of the world and settled down in this area. To add to this, Jewish were banned from all othe...Read more

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