The charm of Prague city is quite simply its beauty; the streets are lined with exquisite samples of historic architectural styles.
It is also a compact city, so whether you are shopping for crystal, dining by the river or simply meandering through the cobbled streets you will always enjoy the essence of Prague.
The Jewish Quarter - 20 Minutes walk /1.25 Miles or 2 Km Visit Franz Kafka’s haunts throughout the Jewish quarter and its famous cemetery. Immerse yourself in the heritage and famed culture of the district and try one of the local restaurants.
Opera and Theatre Music thrives in Prague; venues range from grand opera houses (Prague State Opera, National Theatre, or the smaller, historic Estates’ Theatre) to elegant concert halls to smaller venues like churches and palaces.
Museums In addition to the National Gallery, there are a number of smaller museums dedicated to art, music, and other fields such as: - Villa Bertramka – Museum of W.A. Mozart and the Duseks, Mozartova 169, Praha 5 - Czech Museum of Music, Karmelitská 2/4, 118 00, Praha 1
Scenic trip outside Prague Karlstejn Castle, another outstanding medieval structure built in the 14th Century by Charles IV is located near the town of Beroun, an hour’s drive away.
The UNESCO-listed city of Cesky Krumlov is a marvellous sight of Renaissance architecture, located on a meander of the river Vltava, three to four hours’ drive from Prague.
Charles Bridge - 5 Minutes walk/0.7 Miles or 1.1 Km Named after King Charles IV of Bohemia, the bridge is a scenic link between the Old Town and Mala Strana, the ‘Little Quarter’. Portrait artists and souvenir vendors vie for your custom.
Old Town Square - 15 Minutes walk/ 1 Miles or 1.7 Km This is the tourist hub of Prague and the gathering place for all of the city’s major events, including a magical Christmas market. Very beautiful, with a fine selection of architecture ranging from Gothic to Baroque.
Astronomical Clock - 15 Minutes walk/1.1 Miles or 1.8 Km This rare clock created in 1410 shows the revolution of the sun, moon and stars. It is a stunning architectural piece richly decorated and flanked by fine sculptures. Situated on the southern wall of the Old Town City Hall.
Where to Shop
Parizska Street - 15 Minutes walk/1.1 Miles/1.8 Km The luxury designers, including Dior, Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Boss, Dunhill are located in Prague’s ‘Champs-Elysées’ – the Parisian (Parizska) street – in the heart of the Jewish quarter.
Old Town Square - 15 Minutes walk/ 1 Miles or 1.7 Km For smaller boutiques, look through the streets of Old Town and Malá Strana. The Czech Republic is renowned for producing outstanding glass and crystal and there are many shops throughout the Old Town selling vases, chandeliers, stemware, and glass art.
Cowboys - 5 Minutes walk/0.1 Miles or 0.3 Km Lively steak house with a rooftop terrace for summer evenings. Arched brick ceilings, white linen and modern banquettes. Music on weekends. Located within 20 minutes’ walking distance from the hotel.
Hergetova Cihelna - 7 Minutes walk/0.7 Miles or 1.1 Km Candlelit informal dining with international cuisine. Two modern bars, upper and lower, plus a terrace with wonderful views of Charles Bridge. Located within 20 minutes’ walking distance from the hotel.
Kampa Park - 10 Minutes walk/0.6 Miles/1 Km International dining in modern light atmosphere with interesting design features like extravagant modern chandeliers and shapely seats. Pretty, zen-like terrace for summer evenings. Exceptional views of Charles Bridge. Located within 10 minutes walking distance from the hotel.
La Degustation Bohčme Bourgeoise – 10 Minutes’ drive/0.7 Miles or 1 Km An ambitious gastronomic restaurant offering tasting menus of approximately seven courses and seven to ten amuses-bouche. The focus is on contemporary molecular cuisine and refined dishes inspired by Czech culinary arts. 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel.
Pravda - 15 Minutes walk/1 Miles or 1.7 Km International cuisine in a chic, all-white interior with columns and arches blending with the contemporary setting. Located in the elegant Pařížská street just off the Jewish quarter. 10 minutes drive from the hotel.
