Things to do in Prague, Bohemia: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

September 15, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

The bohemian allure and fairytale features of Prague make it a perfect destination for beach-weary vacationers who want to immerse themselves in culture. You could devote an entire day to exploring Prazsky hrad (Prague Castle), then refueling over a hearty dinner at a classic Czech tavern. Spend some time wandering the Old Town Square before heading over to gape at The Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock. Prague’s best bars are found in cellars, where historic pubs set the scene for a night of traditional tippling.
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1. National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror

Resslova 307/9a, Prague 120 00 Czech Republic +420 222 540 718 http://www.vhu.cz/muzea/ostatni-expozice/krypta/
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National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror

This museum tells the story of brave Czech paratroopers who killed SS-Obergrupenführer Reinhard Heydrich in the Operation Anthropoid. Jan Kubiš and Josef Gabčík escaped to this church and the crypt under the church together with five more paratroopers and 20 days later they died here in battle against 700 Nazi soldiers.

Reviewed By Edmundo_de_ABQ - Albuquerque, United States

This museum is a remembrance and memorial to the Czech resistance paratroopers, who during WWII, took part in a secret undercover plan to assassinate Hitler's favorite General, Reinhard Heydrich, head of the dreaded SS. These men, I believe there were seven, infiltrated behind the lines back into Prague where they hid out in the basement Crypt of the St Cyril Church. Eventually most most died during a ferocious fire-fight with the German army but they were responsible for Heydrich's death, and it's all a very interesting historical account of a little known event during WWII.

2. Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

StaromEstske NamEsti 1, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic +420 236 002 629 [email protected] http://www.staromestskaradnicepraha.cz/
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Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

The Old Town Hall is one of the most significant monuments in the Czech Republic. It was established in 1338 as the administrative seat for Prague's Old Town. Now, it is mainly used for the ceremonial purposes of the capital city, Prague. The historical town hall consists of a set of five medieval houses, the corner of which is adorned with a historical astronomical clock, a gothic oriel window and a massive rectangular tower. The lookout gallery on the town hall tower offers the most beautiful view of Prague. A tour of the historical halls in the Old Town Hall is a unique experience. The expensively decorated rooms date from various periods and are examples of the remarkable development of the town hall complex. The guided tours in various languages are organised in hourly intervals.

Reviewed By travelinspiration

Absolutely LOVED this huge picturesque historical square and the wonderfully unique Astronomical clock, that does it's little music show for 2 minutes on the hour/every hour. Yes there are crowds but Prague is very popular - it's to be expected!! Get there early to see the 2 minute show for pictures/video, or eat at one of the restaurants that faces it (we recommend Cafe Mozart!!).

3. Staromestske namesti

StaromEstske nam. Stare Mesto, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic http://www.prague.eu/en/object/places/183/old-town-square-staromestske-namesti?back=1
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Staromestske namesti

The most significant square of historical Prague, it was founded in the 12th century and has been witness to many historical events. In addition to the Old Town Hall and the Church of Our Lady before Týn, the square is dominated by the Baroque Church of St Nicholas, the Rococo Kinský Palace, the Gothic House at the Stone Bell and the monument to Jan Hus. In the pavement of the square are memorial stones marking the execution of 27 Czech lords in 1621, and the Prague meridian.

Reviewed By ParvizM2013 - San Diego, United States

We started our Prague city walk with the Prague Old Town Square since our hotel was located with walking distance. Wow, what a fascinating place it was, just like in fairy tales! Gorgeous streets with old and original street tiles/stones, amazing buildings all around, the fantastic Astronomical Clock, tall and historical Gothic Powder Tower, the wonderful Church of Our Lady Before Tyn, Charles Bridge, lots of beautiful and interesting shops and many great restaurants. And of course, with huge crowds. This was late September and we still saw many huge crowds in Prague Old Town Square and in all other city attractions. This was the busiest place of all places we visited during our vacation including Budapest, Salzburg and Vienna. It is not easy to describe this wonderful place because we were astonished everywhere we looked and walked. The whole place is just lovely. We went there multiple times and we still could not get enough of this charming and interesting place. We also went to Old Town Square during evening since the clock, the buildings, and Charles Bridge are so pretty when lit. Our first day walk took about 3 hours and we all really enjoyed it. Would highly recommend a visit of Prague Old Town Square and spending a few hours walking over this amazingly beautiful, historical, and fascinating place. Do not miss it!

U milosrdnych 17, Prague Czech Republic +420 224 810 628 [email protected] http://www.ngprague.cz/en/objekt-detail/convent-of-st-agnes-of-bohemia/
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Convent of St Agnes of Bohemia - National Gallery Prague

Reviewed By L0d0

A beautiful and under visited part of the National Gallery. A must for anyone with an interest in mediaeval art. It’s fascinating to see the altarpieces of the 14th century which seemed even ahead of the Italians in their ability to depict shape, form and shadow. Many well preserved wooden statues often with remnants of the original coloured paint. There’s woodcuts by Durer and Cranach too Also worth exploring the shell of the nunnery in the area below

5. Waldstein Palace

Valdstejnske Nam. 4, Prague 118 00 Czech Republic +420 257 075 707 [email protected] http://www.senat.cz/
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Waldstein Palace

6. Old Town Bridge Tower

Karluv Most, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic +420 775 400 052 [email protected] http://www.prague.eu/cs/objekt/mista/197/staromestska-mostecka-vez
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Old Town Bridge Tower

On the Old Town side of Charles Bridge, this Gothic tower built in 1373 is flanked by sculptures of St Vitus and Charles IV. Open to the public,it offers excellent views of the Old Town and the Vltava River to visitors who climb the narrow staircase. The tower once displayed the heads of twelve Protestant leaders executed in 1621, and was also the site of the final conflict of the Thirty Years War (1618-1648).

7. Church of St Ludmila

Namesti Miru 6, Prague Czech Republic +420 222 521 558 [email protected] http://ludmilavinohrady.cz
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Church of St Ludmila

8. Novy Svet

Prague Czech Republic http://www.kudyznudy.cz/Aktivity-a-akce/Aktivity/Novy-Svet---kout,-kde-se-cas-zastavil.aspx
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Novy Svet

Reviewed By Nikos_Taskos - Thessaloniki, Greece

Quiet neighbourhood next to the castle area - this place is still off the beaten path. If you are nearby make sure to visit, learn its history and roam freely in its picturesque streets,

9. Zofin Palace

Slovansky ostrov 226, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic +420 224 932 943 http://www.zofin.cz/cs/palac-zofin/
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Zofin Palace

10. Statue of Franz Kafka

Spalena 2121/22 Quadrio Shopping Center, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic +420 224 054 023 [email protected] http://www.quadrio.cz/franz-kafka
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Statue of Franz Kafka

The eleven-metre-high statue is a 21st-century technical marvel of Prague. Forty-two moving panels form the face of the great Czech writer Franz Kafka. The statue by David Cerny stands at the Quadrio shopping centre and combines art with modern technologies and the traditional "golden hands" of Czech craftsmen. Watch the Metamorphosis, wait for the right alignment of the panels and discover Kafka!

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