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Prague, Czechia
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Žižkovská televizní věž
Rumoured to have been intended by the communists to jam western radio signals (but not completed until 1992), the most hideous building in Prague offers spectacular views of the city. The cafe at the top is a great place to grab a coffee and enjoy the view. Look for the giant metallic alien babies added to the outside of tower, which have helped to soften critiques of the tower's harsh architecture.
Národní památník na Vítkově
"Žižkov Monument", located at the top of Vítkov Hill. This immense equestrian statue was erected in 1950 to commemorate the Czech national hero Jan Žižka, who fought his most famous battle on this site and later had the hill and the neighbouring city renamed after himself. The scale of the monument is impressive enough, but the views of Žižkov (and the rest of Prague) from the top of the hill really make the climb worthwhile.
Armádní muzeum
Showcases the uniforms, weapons, artifacts, and maps relating to the Czechoslovak armed forces during World Wars I and II. Interactive exhibitions on the World Wars from the Czechoslovakian perspective. Free entrance. Not recommended for young children due to shocking content (war crimes among others).
Kostel Nejsvětějšího Srdce Páně
Probably the most unusual and monumental modern church, it dominates the big Jiřího z Poděbard Square. Among other things, the biggest tower clock of the country is located here. Built between 1928 and 1932 and designed by the Slovene architect Jože Plečnik. Candidate to get on UNESCO list. For modern architecture lovers, this is definitely a must! After visiting the church, you can buy something at the popular farmer's market nearby.
Franz Kafka's grave is signposted around 100m along the path to your right from the entrance. Men should cover their heads. The cemetery is closed on Saturdays.
Olšanské hřbitovy
After day in a busy city, a walk through the vast and calm Olšany Cemetery is a great idea! It is the largest graveyard in Prague, remarkable for its many art nouveau monuments. The cemetery has a calm and mysterious atmosphere, some parts of it are very old. Famous people such as Jan Palach (a student who set himself on fire in protest against apathy of people during communism), Klement Gottwald (the first communist president of Czechoslovakia), 19th-century writer Karel Havlíček Borovský, actors Rudolf Hrušínský and Jan Werich and many others are buried here.
Used since the late 18th century, when the well-known Old Jewish Cemetery in Old Town ceased to be used. One century later, the bigger New Cemetery was built (see above). Located right under the Žižkov TV Tower, more than half of the cemetery was destroyed.
Zoo Praha
Founded in 1931, it is well known for its significant contribution to saving many species, most notably the Przewalski horse. In 2008 Forbes Traveler Magazine listed Prague Zoo as the 7th best in the world. The zoo occupies 45 hectares (111 acres) and houses over 5000 animals that represent 674 species from all around the world (as of December 31, 2008). There is also a chairlift in the zoo.
Botanická zahrada Praha
Open air exhibitions including the historical vineyard of St. Claire and the Japanese garden. Tropical greenhouse Fata morgana. Each year in spring there is an exhibition of living butterflies.
Trojský zámeček
Baroque chateau with garden and art exhibitions. The Prague City Gallery's collection of 19th-century Czech art is exhibited here.
"The Bridge of Intelligentsia", officially named Branický most
A majestic railway bridge built in the 1950s, the longest ferroconcrete railway bridge in Europe. It was built by forced labour of members of the intelligentsia, who were transferred to manual professions by rule of communist government. As a monument to the stupidity of the communist rulers, only a single rail was laid on the two-rail bridge, because the second rail didn't fit into the tunnel on one bank. The bridge remains in service to this day and is used mainly for freight trains.
Letecké muzeum Kbely
Part of the Military Museum, opened in the 1960s on the grounds of former military airfield. One of the largest museums of this type in Europe, has 275 aircraft, of which around 100 are displayed.
It may seem like a big chateau, but Invalidovna was a baroque dormitory in operation from 1737 for war invalids, built by famous architect Kilián Ignác Dientzenhofer. It was damaged during the 2002 floods and only the front facade has been reconstructed since. In front of the building there is a very nice and tidy park.
Podolská vodárna
This monumental building from the late 1920s might look like a parliament building or at least a town hall, but it's just a waterworks. Located by the Vltava river, the industrial building was built in the neoclassical style by architect Antonín Engel. You can visit the museum of Prague water supply there.
Kostel sv. Václava
Big functionalist church by famous architect Josef Gočár in Vršovice.
Gröbovka/Grébovka
A quiet little park with an interesting artificial cave building, "Grotta". A good relaxing place near the city center.
Chodovská tvrz
Libeňský zámek
Libeňský plynojem
A large metal ball which used to serve as a gas canister. You can not get inside, but it is still interesting to see it from the outside.
Svět Medúz
A jellyfish exposition accompanied with audio-visual effects, with more than 10,000 jellyfish specimens and 38 aquariums (including one of the biggest sphere-shaped aquariums of the world).
State opera
This historic building of the former German Theatre now serves as the State Opera, hosting mainly operas and ballets.
Multifunctional auditorium for 3,000 people where different cultural events take place.
An alternative club that often hosts international rock acts.
Plavecký stadion Podolí
Old, famous and big swimming areal including three big pools (one inside and two outside), fitness, sauna and massages
Escape games. You are ushered into the room, the door slams behind you and the clock starts.
Small art-house style cinema. Film festivals. Many English language films shown with Czech subtitles.
A pizzeria on walking distance from the bus station, with great value for those who like Italian food. Pasta dishes for around 200 Kč. They also serve Italian and local desserts such as tiramisu and medovnik. A very basic establishment for a quick lunch or dinner. Suitable for kids.
Traditional (and inexpensive) Czech Restaurant with beer garden in summer. Lunchtime specials are particularly good value.
Authentic Vietnamese bistro, one of the best in Prague.
Wisconsin-themed American diner serving burgers, sandwiches and chicken wings
Czech cuisine. Home-baked apple strudel. Locally run, so there may be a language barrier.
Part of famous Ambi restaurant group.
Steaks and burgers.
Czech. Well known for its unpasteurized Pilsner beer. Menu in Czech and English.
Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine. Take-away available. Lunch menu from 150 Kč.
Greek cuisine
Indian cuisine, possible to sit outside.
Mostly Czech cuisine.
Home-made burgers and chips.
Highly filling Detroit-style deep dish pizza joint
Czech restaurant with a few vegetarian options.
Restaurant with many gluten-free and dairy-free options, including gluten-free beer
Vietnamese restaurant.
Belgian. Seafood and beer (dozens of kinds).
Award-winning fine dining restaurant on the lower deck of the Žižkov TV tower with spectacular views over the city.
Located in a renovated neo-Gothic chateau the restaurant offers high-end Czech and European cuisine. Led by renowned TV chef Ondřej Slanina, it provides a romantic, tranquil atmosphere with a terrace overlooking a park.
An alternative club that often hosts international rock acts.
Open until 04:00; kitchen also open late, but dependent on customers as to how late.
At the Shot-Out Eye
Famous Žižkov pub serving Pilsner and Gambrinus on tap. Unusual artwork depicting the Battle of Vítkov Hill. Serves bar food (fried cheese, goulash, sausage). Staff speaks mainly Czech but an English menu is available.
Tiki bar. Specializes in cocktails. Staff speaks Czech and English.
Cocktails.
Seven Wolves
small café, friendly atmosphere
Vinohrady brewery
Brewery with restaurant renewed in 2013. Interior of restaurant is very simple and modern.
Fair trade café, one of four mamacofee cafés in Prague.
Small but great and inexpensive wine bar serving Czech wines and wines from neighboring countries.
Malešický mikropivovar
A nice new brewery in Malešice district.
A popular club in university campus (thus popular especially among local students).
A nice rooftop bar near Křížikova metro station. Come early (18:00) on Friday or there will not be a place for you.
A nice bar in Vršovice district, a lot of people on Fridays
Forest Café
Café with a gallery and music club, run by famous Czech activist Ondřej Kobza.
Pivovar Kolčavka
A nice small brewery in Libeň district
With its chic-modern design, Czech Inn offers a wide variety in accommodation from shared rooms, private double rooms, and apartments. Breakfast buffet served daily, with a trendy bar to try your favorite Czech beers and cocktails. Prices from 275 Kč for a shared room and 1,250 Kč for a private double room.
Husitska 11, Žižkov. Smokey common area, free internet and wacky rooms. Breakfast and free tea and coffee all day are included. Dorms, doubles, triples, privates with bathroom or without. There are four (or more) different seasons with different prices. In low season fifth night free.
With a lively vibe and a bar in the basement there's always something going on at the hostel too, though it's not the cleanest or newest in town. Free breakfast and internet is available for all guests and rooms in the very large dorm start at 300 Kč. For those who want a little privacy, five-bed dorms, six-bed privates and doubles are available for 380 Kč, 400 Kč and 500 Kč respectively.
Mid-priced guesthouse located 1 block from the Lipanska (tram 9) tram stop. Private rooms, some with a private bathroom and kitchenette. Staff speaks Czech, English, Spanish and Russian.
All of the 24 rooms are equipped with shower/bath, WC, hair dryer, sat TV, IDD telephone with voice mail, safe and free Wi-Fi.
Each of the 22 rooms is equipped with shower & WC, hair dryer, IDD telephone, satellite TV and a safety deposit box.
4-star hotel connected to the Fenix shopping gallery and close to O2 Arena. 559 modernly and appealingly furnished standard and executive rooms. Wireless internet in public areas and wired internet in the rooms. Spa and fitness facilities are available in the building at an additional cost.
Large modern hotel right on the bank of the Vltava close to the Old Town. Double rooms range from €155 per night for a simple guest room to €215 for an executive suite.
Vintage clothing and accessories.
Small Indian and Pakistani food store.
Shop with hand-made and original clothes and gifts.
Shopping centre with shops, hypermarket and food court.
Medium-sized shopping mall with IMAX cinema in the top floor.
OC Letňany
Huge shopping centre north of the city. A relatively remote shopping center, used mostly by the citizens living in the surroundings.
The biggest shopping mall of the country, with a supermarket. It is slightly further away from the centre at metro station Chodov.
A huge shopping mall with hypermarket and cinemas, slightly further away from the centre at metro station Černý Most. IKEA and other big shops nearby.
Vinohrady
Stops Náměstí míru or Jiřího z Poděbrad and trams 4, 10, 11, 13, 16, 21 and 22.
Karlín
Stops Florenc and Křižíkova and Invalidovna. Trams 3, 8, 12 and 24.
Vršovice
Trams 4, 6, 7, 19, 21 and 22. No metro connection, but you can go to Náměstí míru and then use tram 4, 21 or 22.
Troja
The fastest way to get to Troja and Prague Zoo is to take the metro to Nádraží Holešovice (you can also get there on several tram or bus lines) and from there continue on bus 112.
North
Northern areas of Prague are accessible via Palmovka (Praha 8, southern part of Libeň district), or via Nádraží Holešovice (Praha 7, Holešovice district), Kobylisy or Ládví (Praha 8, Ďáblice district…
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