Where to go in Prague?

Prague is a city where it's easy to lose track of time. Narrow cobbled streets, Gothic spires, cozy courtyards, bridges over the Vltava and street musicians make you feel as if you are inside an ancient fairy tale. But for all its romanticism, Prague is not only castles and legends. It is a living city with museums, cafes, parks and neighborhoods where history meets modernity. Whether you are here for a day, three days or a week, Prague will not disappoint. The main thing is to know where to go.

You should start your walk at Old Town Square, the epicenter of old Prague. Here you immediately feel the scale of the city: the Gothic Týn Church, centuries-old facades, street performers and the smell of roasted peanuts. In the center is the Orloj Astronomical Clock, in front of which a crowd gathers every hour to see a puppet show.

Nearby is Charles Bridge, perhaps the most famous bridge in the Czech Republic. It is best to come here at dawn or late in the evening, when the flow of tourists subsides and you can quietly enjoy the view of Prague Castle and the Vltava River.

Climbing the steps from the Lesser Town, you will find yourself in Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in the world. Here you'll find the majestic St. Vitus Cathedral, the inner residence of the Czech president and many museums and galleries.

From the hill you'll enjoy panoramic views of the city - especially beautiful during the golden hour, when Prague's rooftops are painted in soft, warm colors. Be sure to check out Zlata ulica, a tiny alley with miniature houses where artisans and later Franz Kafka used to live.

Just beyond the Charles Bridge, Mala Strana begins - a neighborhood with an aristocratic past and a very special atmosphere. Here there is less hustle and bustle, more greenery, old mansions and embassies.

Take a walk to Kampa Island - a green corner in the city center. This place is loved by tourists and locals alike. Here you can relax on a bench, listen to a street musician or admire David Černý's Pissing Boys, a sculpture with a characteristic Czech sense of humor.

If you want to see a less "open" Prague, head to Žižkov. It's a neighborhood that was long considered working-class, but today has become a place with great bars, panoramas and modern culture.

Climb the Žižkov TV Tower, the city's tallest building with a lookout point and a 360-degree view of Prague. Afterwards, check out one of the many pubs. Zizkov, by the way, statistically has more bars per square kilometer than any other area in Europe.

Many tourists don't make it to Vyšehrad - and for nothing. This hill above the Vltava River is a place associated with the oldest legends of Czech history. The ancient Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul stands here, and the old cemetery is the resting place of prominent Czech figures, such as the composer Bedřich Smetana. Vysehrad is ideal for a quiet stroll. It is less crowded, quiet, full of greenery, and has one of the most beautiful views of the river and the center of Prague.

In addition to classical sights, Prague has many modern sights . For example, the Dancing House, a building resembling a pair of dancing figures that has become a symbol of modern Czech architecture.

If you're interested in art, go to DOX , a contemporary art center in the Holešovice district. Or go to the National Gallery, where both classic and contemporary artists are represented. Street art is alive too, from graffiti with portraits of writers to themed murals adorning concrete facades on the outskirts.

Prague's atmosphere is not only museums, but also small cafes, bakeries and street markets. Especially colorful is the market on the Náplávka embankment, where farmers, chefs and artisans gather on weekends. You can drink cider, buy cheese and just observe the life of the city.

Pay attention to Letná, a neighborhood with a park, a view of the Vltava River and an open-air beer garden popular with locals. It's a nice place to spend an evening here, sitting with a mug of light beer and watching the sunset over the city.

Where to go in Prague? The answer is everywhere. This is a city that is not revealed in one day and is not limited to standard routes. It is important not only to visit iconic places, but also to let yourself get a little lost: turn off a tourist street, go into an inconspicuous café, sit in a public garden next to the locals.

At such moments, the real feeling of Prague comes - not as a set of sights, but as a city where history and modernity go hand in hand, and every corner breathes an atmosphere that you want to take away with you for a long time.