Guidebook for Prague 2

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Maria & Tim
Guidebook for Prague 2

Sightseeing

Great park with amazing views of the sunset over Prague Castle. The Beer Garden in the middle of the park is a perfect place to cool down, watch the sports game and meet fellow travelers.
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Great park with amazing views of the sunset over Prague Castle. The Beer Garden in the middle of the park is a perfect place to cool down, watch the sports game and meet fellow travelers.
Historical 10th century fort. Also contains Prague's oldest surviving building, the Rotunda of St Martin from the 11th century. Built on a hill with splendid panoramic views of the Vltava and Prague.
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Vyšehrad
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Historical 10th century fort. Also contains Prague's oldest surviving building, the Rotunda of St Martin from the 11th century. Built on a hill with splendid panoramic views of the Vltava and Prague.
The largest ancient castle in the world which has been a seat of power for kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia. The Bohemian Crown Jewels are hidden inside.
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Prague Castle
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The largest ancient castle in the world which has been a seat of power for kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia. The Bohemian Crown Jewels are hidden inside.
Old town square. A historic square in the Old Town quarter. Adjacent to the famous Astronomical Clock and close to Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square. Plenty of restaurants in the immediate area.
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Old Town Square
Staroměstské náměstí
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Old town square. A historic square in the Old Town quarter. Adjacent to the famous Astronomical Clock and close to Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square. Plenty of restaurants in the immediate area.
The one and only Charles Bridge. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in 1402. Features 30 mostly baroque statues and statuaries.
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Isiqhingi saseCharles
Karlův most
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The one and only Charles Bridge. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in 1402. Features 30 mostly baroque statues and statuaries.
Kampa modern art museum & Kampa park.
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Kampa Island
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Kampa modern art museum & Kampa park.
The Nationale-Nederlanden building in Prague, Czech Republic, at Rašínovo nábřeží (Rašín's riverbank). It was designed by Croatian-Czech architect Vlado Milunić and the illustrious Frank Gehry.
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Indlu Yokudansa
6 Jiráskovo nám.
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The Nationale-Nederlanden building in Prague, Czech Republic, at Rašínovo nábřeží (Rašín's riverbank). It was designed by Croatian-Czech architect Vlado Milunić and the illustrious Frank Gehry.
The Petřín Lookout Tower (Czech: Petřínská rozhledna) is a 63.5 metre high steel framework tower in Prague, which strongly resembles the Eiffel Tower.
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I-Petrin Tower
633 Petřínské sady
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The Petřín Lookout Tower (Czech: Petřínská rozhledna) is a 63.5 metre high steel framework tower in Prague, which strongly resembles the Eiffel Tower.
A stunning example of high-tech architecture standing high above the city's traditional skyline in Žižkov.
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Izixeko zaseTelevision zeZizkov
1 Mahlerovy sady
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A stunning example of high-tech architecture standing high above the city's traditional skyline in Žižkov.
Prague's historic Jewish quarter.
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Josefov
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Prague's historic Jewish quarter.
Municipal House (Czech: Obecní dům) houses Smetana Hall, a beautifully ornate concert venue. The Czechoslovak declaration of independence was signed here. Right beside the Powder Tower.
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Indlu yaseMunicipality
5 Náměstí Republiky
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Municipal House (Czech: Obecní dům) houses Smetana Hall, a beautifully ornate concert venue. The Czechoslovak declaration of independence was signed here. Right beside the Powder Tower.
The Powder Tower (or Powder Gate) is one of the original Gothic style city gates, dating back to the 11th century.
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I-Powder Tower
5 nám. Republiky
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The Powder Tower (or Powder Gate) is one of the original Gothic style city gates, dating back to the 11th century.
After seeing the statue of St.Vaclav at the top of Wenceslav square, side step into the Lucerna Passage to see the upside horse statue by famous czech artist, David Cerny
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Lucerna Great Hall
61 Štěpánská
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After seeing the statue of St.Vaclav at the top of Wenceslav square, side step into the Lucerna Passage to see the upside horse statue by famous czech artist, David Cerny
Place were dissidents would post anti regime message in the past.
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Ukuta kaJohn Lennon
Velkopřevorské náměstí
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Place were dissidents would post anti regime message in the past.
The National Theater is a gorgeous neo-Renaissance landmark. Consisting of three artistic ensembles–opera, ballet and drama–which alternate in their performances.
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Národní divadlo
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The National Theater is a gorgeous neo-Renaissance landmark. Consisting of three artistic ensembles–opera, ballet and drama–which alternate in their performances.
The National Monument on Vitkov hill includes the world's third largest bronze equestrian statue (of Jan Žižka) as well as several exhibition halls and one of the best 360 degree views of the city.
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Isibhaxu Sezwe seVítkov
1900 U Památníku
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The National Monument on Vitkov hill includes the world's third largest bronze equestrian statue (of Jan Žižka) as well as several exhibition halls and one of the best 360 degree views of the city.

Everything Else

Beautiful church in the middle of the square, which has seasonal markets and cool exhibits. Also where you can catch the green metro directly to the airport express bus. PRG's best hot dog stand here!
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Náměstí Míru
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Beautiful church in the middle of the square, which has seasonal markets and cool exhibits. Also where you can catch the green metro directly to the airport express bus. PRG's best hot dog stand here!
Self and full-service laundromat including ironing services. Free internet and drinks (coffee and tea). Open 360 days a year.
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Prague Andy's Laundromat
723/14 Korunní
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Self and full-service laundromat including ironing services. Free internet and drinks (coffee and tea). Open 360 days a year.
Havlíček's Orchards. Beautiful large (Prague's 2nd largest) park with recently restored buildings and sprawling vineyards. In fact, the last remaining vineyards which gave the area its name: Vinohrady
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Izihlahla ze-Havlicek
Havlíčkovy sady
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Havlíček's Orchards. Beautiful large (Prague's 2nd largest) park with recently restored buildings and sprawling vineyards. In fact, the last remaining vineyards which gave the area its name: Vinohrady
Large mall open late 7 days a week. Located at Náměstí Republiky transit hub so quite accessible via yellow line metro, trams: (5, 8, 24, 26, 52, 55, 58) Buses: (207, 505, 511, H2) and of course taxi.
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A|X Praha Palladium
1078/1 Nám. Republiky
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Large mall open late 7 days a week. Located at Náměstí Republiky transit hub so quite accessible via yellow line metro, trams: (5, 8, 24, 26, 52, 55, 58) Buses: (207, 505, 511, H2) and of course taxi.
Animals!
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I-Praha Zoo
120/3 U Trojského zámku
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Animals!
Transportation hub.
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Iphondo lezithixo le-Václav Havel Prague
Aviatická
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Transportation hub.
Main train station.
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Hlavní nádraží
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Main train station.
Letná Park is a large park on Letná hill, built on a plateau above steep embankments along the Vltava River. Sweeping panoramic views of the Old Town.
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Letna Park
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Letná Park is a large park on Letná hill, built on a plateau above steep embankments along the Vltava River. Sweeping panoramic views of the Old Town.
Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius is a Neo-Romanesque basilica is one of the largest religious buildings in the Czech Republic.
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IChuruchu yabaSaints Cyril neMethodius
Karlínské náměstí
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Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius is a Neo-Romanesque basilica is one of the largest religious buildings in the Czech Republic.
Local coffee shop where they roast their own beans. Right at the 16/10 tram stops, which makes it the perfect stop for coffee to go
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Dos Mundos Coffee Roastery
968 Korunní
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Local coffee shop where they roast their own beans. Right at the 16/10 tram stops, which makes it the perfect stop for coffee to go
Gelato.
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vanille.cz
342 Náměstí Míru
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Gelato.

Food Scene

Cool neighborhood cafe to have a coffee or a quick bite to eat.
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Monolok cafe
1540/18 Moravská
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Cool neighborhood cafe to have a coffee or a quick bite to eat.
Super friendly and welcoming staff. Amazing espressos, lattes & teas. Great daily selection of artisanal sandwiches and quiches. Fresh and decadent cakes, torts and desserts. They speak English :)
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Mezi Srnky
19 Sázavská
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Super friendly and welcoming staff. Amazing espressos, lattes & teas. Great daily selection of artisanal sandwiches and quiches. Fresh and decadent cakes, torts and desserts. They speak English :)
Smart & modest dining room with a mezzanine floor and a classic Italian trattoria menu. Excellent authentic wood fired oven pizza. Moderate pricing.
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Grosseto
79/2 Francouzská
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Smart & modest dining room with a mezzanine floor and a classic Italian trattoria menu. Excellent authentic wood fired oven pizza. Moderate pricing.
Remarkable interior. Worth a visit just to see the historic Neo-Renaissance ceiling, but would be a shame not to sample the food. Breakfast, lunch and dinner the French way. Have never been let down.
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Café Savoy
5 Vítězná
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Remarkable interior. Worth a visit just to see the historic Neo-Renaissance ceiling, but would be a shame not to sample the food. Breakfast, lunch and dinner the French way. Have never been let down.
Terrific vegan bistro & cafe. Breakfast, lunch and late afternoon snacks.
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Moment
62 Slezská
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Terrific vegan bistro & cafe. Breakfast, lunch and late afternoon snacks.
The best Mexican restaurant in town is just steps away from the studio!
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Las Adelitas
684/8 Americká
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The best Mexican restaurant in town is just steps away from the studio!
Very popular Czech pub. Authentic, so it can be smoky and usually quite busy. Same building as Roxy nightclub.
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Lokál
33 Dlouhá
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Very popular Czech pub. Authentic, so it can be smoky and usually quite busy. Same building as Roxy nightclub.
Awesome French bistro inspired breakfasts and lunches. Fresh homemade fruit smoothies.
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Marthy's Kitchen
13 Francouzská
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Awesome French bistro inspired breakfasts and lunches. Fresh homemade fruit smoothies.
Great little czech restaurant just down the street with a patio during the warmer months.
RESTAURACE U POŠTY
893/10 Moravská
Great little czech restaurant just down the street with a patio during the warmer months.
Small but amazing place in the city center where you can grab a home made lunch for an exceptional price while touring around the sights in the city
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19 Karoliny Světlé
Small but amazing place in the city center where you can grab a home made lunch for an exceptional price while touring around the sights in the city
Insanely good southern American BBQ. Easily the best in the city/country. Award winning chef-owner Jeff Cohen does not mess around. Probably best to make a reservation, and wear stretchy pants.
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Bad Jeff's Barbeque
78 Americká
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Insanely good southern American BBQ. Easily the best in the city/country. Award winning chef-owner Jeff Cohen does not mess around. Probably best to make a reservation, and wear stretchy pants.
"Coffee Quality, Commitment to Excellence, Sustainability & Environmental Consciousness."
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La Bohème Café
2031/32 Sázavská
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"Coffee Quality, Commitment to Excellence, Sustainability & Environmental Consciousness."
Awesome indie cafe with superb coffee. Just around the corner from the apartment.
Version Coffee
Awesome indie cafe with superb coffee. Just around the corner from the apartment.

Essentials

Fully stocked mini-supermarket. Open 24 hours.
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Potraviny Vávra
77 Francouzská
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Fully stocked mini-supermarket. Open 24 hours.

Drinks & Nightlife

Because prosecco.
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Prosekárna Slezská
48 Slezská
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Because prosecco.
Cafe V Lese is a popular spot in Prague's hip Krymska street
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Krymská 273/12
12 Krymská
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Cafe V Lese is a popular spot in Prague's hip Krymska street
Trendy dance place in Krymska area
Donská 168/19
Trendy dance place in Krymska area
Great place to start off the night on the town. While it is in Prague 1, it is more frequented by locals than tourists.
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Gecko Bar
6 Voršilská
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Great place to start off the night on the town. While it is in Prague 1, it is more frequented by locals than tourists.
A vibrant & fun bar/cafe just steps from the apartment.
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Boudoir - U Sta rán
765 Francouzská
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A vibrant & fun bar/cafe just steps from the apartment.

Shopping

A very long pedestrian shopping promenade. Stretching from Náměstí Republiky to beyond Wenceslas Square/Můstek - A&B metros.
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Na Příkopě
Na Příkopě
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A very long pedestrian shopping promenade. Stretching from Náměstí Republiky to beyond Wenceslas Square/Můstek - A&B metros.
Prague's luxury shopping district. All high end brands represented. Located just to the north of Old Town Square.
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rue de Paris
Pařížská
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Prague's luxury shopping district. All high end brands represented. Located just to the north of Old Town Square.
Large shopping mall with movie theaters including several IMAX screens. 2 stops east on the green metro "A" line.
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Bubbleology
151 Vinohradská
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Large shopping mall with movie theaters including several IMAX screens. 2 stops east on the green metro "A" line.
The open air Prague Market is full of a wide array of colorful stands and merchandise. Some stands will definitely bargain! In addition to goods and souvenirs you will find plenty of food as well.
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Imarike ye-Prague
306 Bubenské nábř.
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The open air Prague Market is full of a wide array of colorful stands and merchandise. Some stands will definitely bargain! In addition to goods and souvenirs you will find plenty of food as well.
Certainly the most dynamic part of Prague, Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) is equal parts sightseeing, shopping, restaurants and bars. Stretches from Na Příkopě (Můstek) all the way to Muzeum.
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Metro A
1 Václavské náměstí
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Certainly the most dynamic part of Prague, Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) is equal parts sightseeing, shopping, restaurants and bars. Stretches from Na Příkopě (Můstek) all the way to Muzeum.
Great shopping center. Not in the tourist areas so tends to be less crowded and sometimes better pricing. Less English spoken however, so practice your Czech! Take red metro "C" line right to Chodov.
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Westfield Chodov
19 Roztylská
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Great shopping center. Not in the tourist areas so tends to be less crowded and sometimes better pricing. Less English spoken however, so practice your Czech! Take red metro "C" line right to Chodov.
Serious outlet center. Up to 70% off big name labels. Take the green "A" metro line to Depo Hostivař and from there take the Fashion Arena Outlet bus. Departures every 30 minutes from Depo Hostivař.
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Fashion Arena Prague Outlet
440 Zamenhofova
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Serious outlet center. Up to 70% off big name labels. Take the green "A" metro line to Depo Hostivař and from there take the Fashion Arena Outlet bus. Departures every 30 minutes from Depo Hostivař.
American and British imported confectioneries and treats.
Candy Store
309/81 Londýnská
American and British imported confectioneries and treats.

Arts & Culture

Concerts, sports and events.
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O2 Arena
2345/17a Českomoravská
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Concerts, sports and events.
Great modern exhibits.
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I-Centre for Contemporary Art ye-DOX
1 Poupětova
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Great modern exhibits.