The capital of the Czech Republic, which is called the Golden Prague, has a particularly strong medieval atmosphere, as there are not only many architectural monuments from that era, but also entire districts that have completely preserved their original appearance. I will recommend what to see in Prague in two days to have a clear idea of it. You can visit various districts and both banks of the Vltava River, the main attractions and picturesque squares. You can also visit several museums on the topic that interests you. And in the evening, after a walk, it is better to try Czech cuisine.
If you only have one day to explore the city, I suggest the route Prague in 1 day. It is impossible to see Prague in its entirety in two days, but what you do manage to see will leave an indelible impression on you.
In the proposed route, you can move something, change the order, throw something out, or simply use it as an "instruction" and create your own plan. If you plan to travel by public transport, read the article Prague Public Transport.
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2. Day two - The Right Bank of the Vltava
3. What to see in Prague in 2 days - supplement
1. Day One - The Royal Road
We will dedicate the first day to a walk along the "Royal Road" in Prague. This was the name of the route that the future ruler of the country had to take in the city from Republic Square to Prague Castle - the place of initiation into kings. Many people go along it the other way around, first climbing up the hill and Petrin Hill, and then going down. Choose any option.
So, the route for the first day (you can do it in reverse order): Prague Castle - Petrin Hill - Mala Strana - Charles Bridge - Old Town Square - Celetni Street - Powder Tower on Republic Square - Wenceslas Square. For the exact route, see the article Prague in 1 Day.
2. Day Two - The Right Bank of the Vltava
On the second day, you must visit the fortress on the right bank of the Vltava River - Vyšehrad. It is located on a high cliff, from where an impressive panoramic view of the city opens up.
At the top, you will find yourself in Vyšehrad Gardens. This is a beautiful park where you can walk, see monuments to the heroes of Czech legends and historical figures. The Karlach Gardens and Stulz Gardens deserve special mention.
This area is home to the Vyšehrad Cemetery, where famous Czech writers, composers and artists are buried.
One of the oldest buildings in Vyšehrad is the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul (Basilica). It was built in the 11th century, although it acquired its current appearance at the end of the 19th century.
There is also a Rotunda of St. Martin, built in Vyšehrad at the end of the 11th century.
Continue moving towards "Nove Mesto". Along the way you will come across the Emmaus Monastery. It was built by order of Charles IV in the 14th century, although it was significantly damaged during World War II, and during the restoration they decided to replace the towers with concrete spires.
Prague's largest historical square is Charles Square. It was founded by Charles IV in 1348. In the 19th century, an English park was built here.
The square also houses the New Town Hall with a view of the square,
Faust House, where, according to legend, the scientist and soothsayer Doctor Faust lived in 1540,
also the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola 17th century:
Then head to the Vltava River bank to see an unusual building - "Dancing" House, which was built in 1994-1996 in the deconstructivist style.
The idea was to depict a dancing couple: a proudly standing man and a woman leaning on him. This building is called "Ginger and Fred", in honor of the famous Hollywood actors and dancers Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. On the roof of the house there is a restaurant of the same name with a viewing terrace.
Continue along Masaryk Beach and enjoy the modern Art Nouveau buildings, see the Šitkovská Water Pump Room, a branch of the Goethe Institute and the National Theatre:
Now follow the coast of Smetana. You will see the Kraner Fountain (its height is 22 meters):
Pass Charles Bridge and the Church of St. Salvator:
and in front of you will appear the Clementinum (associated with the name of St. Clement):
This is a complex of 18th-century Baroque buildings previously occupied by the Jesuits, and currently houses the National Library:
The complex also includes the Mirror Chapel, the Mathematical Museum, the Astronomical Observatory, the University Library, and the Meteorological Station. There is an observation deck on the astronomical tower, at a height of 68 meters. This is what the Clementinum looks like from the inside:
If you continue on your way, you will find yourself in the Jewish Quarter. It was here, in the Josefov district, that the largest center of European Jews was located. The Jewish Quarter of Prague is the oldest in Europe.
You can learn more about Jewish history and culture at the Jewish Museum:
Part of the collection was collected by the Nazis, who brought here valuables stolen from looted synagogues. The museum's exposition is located in many buildings of the quarter, so it is better to buy a single ticket to visit important places of this area. Several synagogues belong to the museum. I will highlight the Staroniv Synagogue XIII century,
and also Pinkasov synagogue:
and Spanish synagogue:
It is worth mentioning separately the Jewish cemetery, which is one of the oldest in the world (15th century).
You can finish the day in one of the beer restaurants, where you will be treated to local cuisine.
3. What to see in Prague in 2 days - supplement
If you have the strength and desire, you can take a longer walk around Prague Castle, Mala Strana, Stare Mesto, etc. But if you want to see other sights, here are some of them.
Zizkov Television Tower - built at the end of the last century. Its height is 218 meters. According to some, it is ugly, others think that it is an interesting architectural monument. It became famous thanks to the sculptures of small faceless children climbing the pillars. This is how the sculptor Černý expressed his protest against abortion. At a height of 93 meters there is an observation deck with a wonderful panorama of Prague.
The price of the ascent to the observation deck is 250 CZK for adults, 160 CZK for children aged 3–14, and 180 CZK for schoolchildren and students aged 14–26.
How to get there: green A metro line or trams №1, 11, 25 - stop Jiřího z Poděbrad, then 5 minutes on foot.
Prague Zoo — was founded in 1931 and covers an area of over 60 hectares. It houses over 5,000 animals of about 650 species, including lions, elephants, gorillas, penguins, polar bears, giraffes, etc.
Among the entertainment options, it is worth noting the cable car, roller coaster, observation tower, and a separate area of the children's zoo, where you can feed some of the animals. There are restaurants, cafes and a souvenir shop in the area.
Tickets: 200 CZK - adults, 150 CZK - children, students and pensioners (up to 70 years old; over 70 years old - a symbolic 1 CZK). Cable car - 25 CZK.
To get there, take the red C metro line, stop Nádraží Holešovice, then take the bus - №112 - stop Zoologická zahrada. During the warm season, on holidays and weekends, a zoo bus runs from the above metro stop, which will take you to the zoo. The ticket price is 1 CZK.
To buy tickets, read Prague Public Transport.
Prague Aquapark - (Aquapalace Praha) is the largest water entertainment complex not only in the Czech Republic, but also in Central Europe. The complex consists of three parts: "Treasure Palace", "Adventure Palace" and "Relaxation Palace". There is also a large sea aquarium, a diving pool, a children's playground and saunas.
Ticket prices:
- for the whole day: for adults - 759 CZK, for children - 549 CZK, for students (up to 26 years) and pensioners (over 60 years) - 649 CZK;
- for three hours: for adults - 599 CZK, for children - 399 CZK, for students (up to 26 years) and pensioners (over 60 years) - 499 CZK;
The complex is located on the outskirts of Prague, in the village of Čestlice. To get there, take the red C metro line, stop Opatov, and then either a special bus "Aquabus" or bus №328, 363, 385.
Unusual statues - there are quite a few unusual statues in Prague. To get to know them, read the article Unusual sculptures in Prague.
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