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neighbourhoods Holešovice & Letná Prague.eu

A mere ten minutes‘ tram ride from the historical centre, the Holešovice neighbourhood with adjoining Letná plain are some of the most diverse, interesting, and dynamic parts of contemporary Prague. It’s an area of energizing contrasts: here you will find sprawling parks, major museums, stylish bistros, cafés, and design shops, but also plenty of industrial architecture (some of it adapted to modern use) and even a river port that’s seen better days. Letná is considered Prague’s hippest neighbourhood. Its iconic sights include the Metronome, the Letná beer garden overlooking the city, and the Sparta football stadium. Down the hill, the formerly industrial district of Holešovice boasts such landmarks as the modernist Trade Fair Palace, now part of the National Gallery, and the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art. Holešovice and Letná are home to a great mix of people, including young artists, hipsters, skaters, entrepreneurs, families with children, and longtime residents. You will meet them all – and their many dogs – on any afternoon in Stromovka Park. Welcome to the neighbourhood!

How to get there k Metro C to Vltavská or Nádraží Holešovice (Holešovice Train Station) (Note: these two are not quite Instagram-ready, but don’t worry, you’re safe ) k Tram 1, 6, 8, 12, 14, 17, 25, 26 to Strossmayerovo náměstí/ Square or lines 1, 8, 12, 25, 26 to Letenské náměstí/Square Public transportation w dpp.cz/en Ferry boat HolKa from Karlín’s Rohanský ostrov/Island via Štvanice Island to Pražská tržnice – April through October only By bike – bikesharing w rekola.cz Prague 7 Municipal District Information Centres: p Dělnická 44 p Milady Horákové 2

Městská část Praha 7

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Letná

Lesser Town

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DOX Centre for Contemporary Art

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FC Sparta Stadium

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Industrial Palace

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Metronome

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National Gallery

National Technical Museum 22 68 21

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Planetarium The Old Wastewater Treatment Plant (Eco-Technical Museum)

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Let’s Take a Walk! Holešovice Walk A

Pražská tržnice (“the Prague Marketplace“)

k Tram 1, 2, 12, 14, 25. For nearly 100 years, this large complex of buildings served as a slaughterhouse and meat packing area. Today it’s home to a number of shops and restaurants while it awaits further transformation. The halls are home to such businesses as the popular Asian fusion restaurant SaSaZu, the Trafo Gallery featuring modern art, and the Jatka78 theatre and art space. w sasazu.com w trafogallery.cz w jatka78.cz Bubenské nábřeží

Komunardů St.

Tusarova St.

B Vnitroblock. Creative hub, culture centre, and café in one. This beautiful space is a must-see. w vnitroblock.cz

Komunardů St.

Dělnická St.

Vojtěch Tesárek, Vnitroblock

C Paralelní Polis. Prague’s institute of cryptoanarchy and the excellent Bitcoin Coffee coffeehouse. w paralelnipolis.cz

Komunardů St.

Holport Design Factory is home to several design brands, plus a wine and coffee bar. w holport.com E The former First Town Brewery in Holešovice is an example of a late 19 th century industrial building attractively converted into a modern office complex. © SHOCart, spol. s. r. o.

U Průhonu St. F Holešovice Docks, Prague Marina. The Holešovice docks are a technical monument as well as the only port in Prague linking boat transport with rail and road. The original buildings are in Art Nouveau style, softening Holešovice’s industrial feel.

Jankovcova St.

G Classic 7. Another example of sensitive transformation of a historical building into a modern office complex. The former steam mill from 1911 was the first automated flour mill in Prague, capable of grinding 200 tons of grain daily.

U Parního mlýna St. Poupětova St.

U Uranie St.

Komunardů St.

H DOX Centre of Contemporary Art focuses on art projects that reflect current social issues. Since its inception, DOX has become a pioneering force on the Czech cultural scene. The wooden Gulliver airship on the roof is a must-see. (See Culture) w dox.cz

Osadní St.

Plynární St.

Cross Club and Cross Attic. The Cross Club is a salute to Holešovice’s industrial past. Steampunk aesthetics, moving bolts, screws, and wheels form the essence of the outdoor space as well as the music club below. w crossclub.cz I

Letná Walk

Letná Park with Hanavský Pavilion

Metronome. k Tram Sparta 1, 2, 8, 12, 25, 26. The gigantic Metronome occupies a symbolic spot on the map of Prague. It was from this vantage point that a gigantic monument to Joseph Stalin overlooked the city until it was blown up in 1962. The Metronome was installed in 1991 as a symbol of the new era. In summer, the Containall Stalin club operates below. B Abstract mosaic on ventilation chimneys by distinguished Czech artist Zdeněk Sýkora. C Letenský zámeček (the Letná Mansion) was built in the style of Italian Renaissance villas and is now a restaurant. Prague’s most popular beer garden with an incredible view of the city centre is nearby. A

Kostelní St.

D National Technical Museum. Historic cars, airplanes, locomotives, clocks, cameras… and much more. (See Culture) w ntm.cz E National Museum of Agriculture. Interactive exhibits, great for families. (See Culture). w nzm.cz

Letenské sady

EXPO 58. The former EXPO 58 pavilion – a Czech take on midcentury modernism. F

Františka Křížka St.

Bio Oko. Beloved art cinema with café and bar. (See Culture) w biooko.net G

Heřmanova St.

Dukelských hrdinů St.

H National Gallery Prague – Veletržní palác (Trade Fair Palace). Prague’s Modernist icon from 1928, home of the

National Gallery’s collection of contemporary & modern art, an art bookshop and café. (See Culture) w ngprague.cz U Výstaviště St.

Výstaviště - Exhibition Grounds. Set of exhibition buildings from 1891 with the Art Nouveau Industrial Palace as a centrepiece. w vystavistepraha.eu J National Museum “Lapidarium”. Gallery of statues and fragments of historical buildings. (See Culture) w nm.cz I

Stromovka Park

Planetarium Prague. Observatory and planetarium. (See Culture) w planetarium.cz K

Místodržitelský letohrádek (Governor’s Summer Palace).

From its terrace you get a beautiful view of Stromovka Park and the Vltava River valley.

Stromovka

in 1928 and was the largest building of its type in the world – even Le Corbusier was an admirer. It now holds the National Gallery’s collection of modern and contemporary art, including works by Picasso, Renoir, Gauguin, van Gogh, and Klimt among others. The gallery’s monumental interior is itself worth a look q Dukelských hrdinů 47 w ngprague.cz

10. National Gallery Prague – Veletržní palác (Trade Fair Palace). The first Functionalist building in Prague was built Most productions are without language barriers q Františka Křížka 36 w alfredvedvore.cz

9. Alfred ve dvoře. Theatrical stage and venue for live art. 8. Polansky Gallery. Conceptual art gallery q Veletržní 45 w polanskygallery.com 7. Bio Oko. A beloved single-screen art cinema. The bar and café are popular meeting spots q Františka Křížka 15 w biooko.net q Dukelských hrdinů 25a w fcca.cz

6. Center and Foundation for Contemporary Arts Prague / Cursor Gallery and Jelení Gallery. Contemporary art gallery p will not only help you get around, but roduce you to places where children e fun, play, and even learn something ting. But first – a few practical tips for : iest way to get around Prague with children is by public ation. The transport network is dense and well-conhildren up to age 10 ride for free (with proof of age); ged 10 to 15 pay reduced fares. More at w dpp.cz. nd trams on the main lines are largely barrier-free; you ly wait for the next low-floor vehicle. Some metro staot yet have barrier-free entrances. oilets are located in metro station vestibules, but tables are rare. They are, however, common in shoprestrooms and baby-friendly businesses.

aces offer discounts on admission for children, and the (generally under age 3) usually do not pay at all. Family also common. Children and students up to age 26 have ssion to all permanent exhibitions at Prague’s National

seums & Galleries

10 National Technical Museum (Národní technické muzeum) q Kostelní 42, Prague 7 w ntm.cz Kids of all ages will love this museum. The most popular exhibit here is the grand transportation hall with cars, motorcycles, airplanes, and boats. In the children’s corner, little engineers can build models of machines using the traditional Czech Merkur building set. Recommended from about age 5 and up. C3

Scenic Views

31 Slavonic Island (Slovanský ostrov) q Prague 1 w prague.eu In addition to the fenced playground, children will love the small electric train, which is open during the summer months. During the summer, the Žofín café garden is also open – it has a trampoline and children’s play area. B5/B4

Pastry Shops

q Ovenecká 17 w thechemistry.cz 32 Sharpshooter’s Island (Střelecký ostrov) q Prague 1 w prague.eu Unfenced playground with a variety of wood and rope balancing elements – suitable in particular for children aged 5 and up. From the bridge, you can reach the island by stairs or take the lift down. B4

46 Erhart Café q Milady Horákové 56, Prague 7 w erhartovacukrarna.cz Erhart offers excellent cakes and pastries made f ity ingredients. There’s a play area available. C3

5. Chemistry Gallery. Contemporary art gallery

11 National Museum of Agriculture (Národní zemědělské muzeum) q Kostelní 44, Prague 7 w nzm.cz Older and younger children will like the Water in the Landscape, Fishing and the Gastronomy and Cooking exhibitions. Toddlers can ride on toy tractors and have their picture taken with a real historical tractor, while older kids can play a computer game or try the simulator in a real tractor cab. Don’t forget to check out the beautiful views from the rooftop terrace. C3

47 Chocolate Monkey q Havelská 8, Prague 1 w chocolatemonkey.cz A place where you can make your own chocolate. 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn the secrets of ch blending individual ingredients. You can devour y on the spot or take them with you as a souvenir. C

33 Žluté lázně q Podolské nábřeží 3, Prague 4 w zlutelazne.cz Sports and wellness center open during the summer months – ideal for half-day and full-day stays with children. You can sunbathe on the grassy beach, play beach volleyball or pétanque, or take a pedal boat, kayak, or motorboat out on the Vltava. There are several interconnected kiddie pools, a wading pool, and a play area. B7

4. AVU Gallery. Exhibition space of Academy of Fine Arts students and their guests q U Akademie 4 w avu.cz

entre for Contemporary Art q Poupětova 1, Prague 7 agical place for families who are interested in cony art and architecture. The gallery is barrier-free so that et inside even with a stroller. Sit in the café or head out errace, where the giant wooden airship Gulliver looms. y also holds workshops for parents and children from up. D2/E2

Park & Gardens

12 Prague Botanical Garden (Botanická zahrada hl. m. Prahy) q Trojská 196, Prague 7 w botanicka.cz The best way to enjoy the Botanical Garden is to enter through the upper entrance and make your way down towards the Zoo, while enjoying the view of Troja Island and the Vltava River. Take a walk through various areas simulating habitats on other continents, interspersed with a wooden playground, a metal lookout tower, art installations, and even beehives. In the spring, there is usually a wonderful exhibition of butterflies in the Fata Morgana greenhouse. C1 13 Grébovka – Havlíček Park (Havlíčkovy sady) q Prague 2 w prague.eu Overlooking the Nusle district, this park features a grotto with a fountain and a nice playground for kids big and small. D5/D6

23 National Memorial on the Vítkov Hill (Národní památník na Vítkově) q U Památníku 1900, Prague 3 w nm.cz The monumental equestrian statue of military leader Jan Žižka is sure to impress many a young person. The view from the platform at the top of the monument is unforgettable. Be very careful with children, however – even on the café terrace on the top floor. The café is otherwise quite nice and has a children’s play area. E4 24 New Mill Water Tower (Novomlýnská vodárenská věž) q Nové mlýny 3a, Prague 1 w muzeumprahy.cz Apart from the unusual view, there’s an interactive exhibition about the past and present of fire brigades, which should be interesting for the more adventurous types. C3

Playgrounds and Play Areas

34 Playground U Vodárny q Slezská 68, Prague 3 w prague.eu Kids of all ages will have a great time at this large playground, featuring a wooden climbing castle, a sandbox, several climbing structures and swings for little kids, a ball court, and a large built-in inflatable trampoline. E5 35 Children’s Island (Dětský ostrov) q Janáčkovo nábřeží, Prague 5 w prague.eu The area is suitable for children of all ages. In addition to plenty of climbing structures, there’s also a court for ball games, a pétanque court, and a small skatepark. B5/B4

48 Myšák q Vodičkova 31, Prague 1 w mysak.a Myšák exudes an atmosphere reminiscent of the Czechoslovakia. The current owners have stayed ditions of the café’s founder, pastry chef Františe interior is beautiful and the pastries excellent. C4

3. Coffee Museum Alchymista. Museum with confectionery shop q Jana Zajíce 7 w coffeemuseum.cz

t of St Agnes of Bohemia (Klášter sv. Anežky České) rdných 17, Prague 1 w ngprague.cz und floor of the complex, there is a tour dedicated to y of the convent, including workshops where children rious writing and printing techniques. The delightful ardens are filled with works by contemporary artists, a charming cottage and carriage by František Skála for children. Entry to the gardens and ground floor of nt is free. C3

14 Royal Game Reserve – Stromovka q Prague 7 w prague.eu In this vast park, you can run, skate, ride your bike or scooter, work out on the outdoor equipment, or have a picnic. Children will enjoy the large playgrounds at the entrance from Letná (there are toilets and changing tables) and at the baby-friendly Vozovna café. Best of all is the rope-drawn raft to a small island in the middle of one of the ponds. C2/B2

15 Letná Park (Letenské sady) q Prague 7 w prague.eu Letná Park has several nice playgrounds for children big and small. You can also play pétanque and roller skate. Skateboarders love the plaza under the Metronome – and it’s also the place to catch the best views of the city. C3/B3

25 Petřín Lookout Tower (Petřínská rozhledna) q Petřínské sady 1, Prague 1 w muzeumprahy.cz Essentially a smaller copy of the Eiffel Tower. In nice weather, you can see Prague and its surroundings laid out before you. Suitable for ages 5 and up; there is an elevator. A4

26 Old Town Bridge Tower (Staroměstská mostecká věž) q Karlův most, Prague 1 w muzeumprahy.cz The tower offers a fabulous view of the bridge and the river. In the visitor center, watch an animated film that tells the legend of the bridge’s construction. Suitable for ages 6 and up. B4/C4

36 Gutovka q Gutova 39, Prague 10 w gutovka.cz There is plenty to do at the Gutovka sports complex for both younger and older children – including slides, a sandbox, a rope course, a climbing wall, and an artificial stream with several shallow pools for water games.

37 Kinský Garden Playground q Prague 5 w prague.eu The playground here is well-maintained, fenced, and open yearround. It’s best suited for smaller children. There are also toilets and a changing table here. The nearby Ethnographic Museum has a pleasant café with toys for children. B5

Toy Stores

49 Agatha’s World (Agátin svět) q Sokolovská 67 w agatinsvet.cz The chain of Agatha’s World shops offers somew native toys for children of all ages, as well as book art supplies, building sets, and various educationa 50 World of Wooden Toys (Dřevěný svět hraček) q Francouzská 140, Prague 10 w drevenysvethra Endless selection of traditional Czech wooden to girls, school children and preschoolers. E5

represents centuries of technological ingenuity in 14 permanent themed exhibitions. A must for tech-minded boys and girls of all ages q Kostelní 42 w ntm.cz 16 Parukářka Park q Prague 3 w parukarka.cz While strolling through Žižkov, be sure to stop at Parukářka Park. Parents will enjoy the beautiful view of the city, while kids will love the large playground. In good weather, you can use one of the public grills and have a lovely family picnic. E4

17 Petřín q Prague 1 w prague.eu A favourite destination for families with children and couples in love. The easiest way to reach the top of the hill is with the funicular, accessible with a regular transport ticket. Petřín Lookout Tower is popular for its incredible views of the city (elevator available), and the mirror maze is an endless source of giggles. Walking paths criss-cross the park and are lined with benches with great views; there are even several playgrounds here. B4/A4/B5/A5

27 Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock (Staroměstská radnice s orlojem) q Staroměstské nám. 1, Prague 1 w prague.eu/oldtownhall Be sure to stop here just before the clock strikes the hour and watch the legendary Prague Astronomical Clock perform. The beautiful interior of the Town Hall is also open for tours, as are the underground spaces. A climb up to the tower (there’s also an elevator) offers a fantastic view of the Old Town and Prague Castle from a height of nearly 70 meters. C4

28 Prague Castle Gardens q Prague Castle, Prague 1 w hrad.cz Gardens surround Prague Castle from all sides and provide pleasant spots to relax after visiting the Castle. The most historically prized is the Royal Garden with its Singing Fountain. B4/B3

38 Kasárna Karlín q Prvního pluku 2, Prague 8 w kasarnakarlin.cz The courtyard of a former barracks conceals two bars, indoor and outdoor cinemas, a sandpit, a playground, a metal observation tower, and an outdoor bouldering wall – plenty of things to entertain both kids and their parents. D4

39 Ladronka q Prague 6 w prague.eu The park has two playgrounds. One is located near the bus stop, the second next to the local café on the other side of the park. Both of them are fenced and open year-round.

Child- and Baby-Friendly Restaurants, Cafés, and Pastry Shops

51 Hamleys q Na Příkopě 14, Prague 1 w hamley The Prague branch of the London toy empire. In a massive selection of toys for sale, there’s also a l slide, and many small play areas where children c and building sets. In the basement, there’s the Pa house. C4 52 Hugo chodí bos q Řeznická 12, Prague 1 w h This shop offers traditional Czech toys from clas models to Montessori educational aids and board has a wide variety of books, colouring books, and as well as children’s clothing by Czech designers.

2. National Technical Museum. Founded in 1908, the museum Kingdom (Království železnic) q Stroupežnického 23, w kralovstvi-zeleznic.cz electric train paradise, featuring realistic miniature es, is suitable for anyone who loves trains, regardless

18 Garden of Paradise (Rajská zahrada) q U Rajské zahrady 1, Prague 3 w park-rajska-zahrada.cz This garden, well-hidden in a hillside, is a pleasant escape from the hustle and bustle of Žižkov. Fish and aquatic turtles swim in the pond. Parents can sit in the café while their children play on the playground or in the indoor play area. D4

29 Žižkov Television Tower q Mahlerovy sady 1, Prague 3 w towerpark.cz The 216 m high tower is reminiscent of a space rocket and is the tallest building in the city. According to several rankings, it’s also one of the ten ugliest buildings in the world. The view from the tower, however, is impressive. An elevator will take you up. Ten fiberglass sculptures of babies by the artist David Černý crawl up and down its façade. E4

Restaurants

40 Food Lab q Haštalská 4, Prague 1 w food-lab.cz A cool spot with a wide selection of food, modern design, and a well-equipped children’s play area with a childminder. Children can scramble up the climbing wall, watch a film in the kids’ cinema, or play undisturbed. C4

41 Cat Café (Kočičí kavárna) q Vodní 7, Prague 5 kocicicikavarna A delightful little café full of different specially designed climbing elements for cats. A total of 9 cats hang out here – all clean, vaccinated, neutered, well-fed, and they sleep most of the time. If one decides to come to you, you can pet it. Suitable for children aged 6 and up. B5

Other Fun Activities

53 Aquapalace Praha q Pražská 138, Čestlice w You can easily spend the entire day here with your months, there are plenty of indoor attractions (wa river), and during summer, the outdoor wild river i children and adults will enjoy the adrenaline attra pools, and saunas. Most suitable for ages 5 and u 54 Historical Tram Line #41 w dpp.cz/historicka-tramvajova-linka-c-41 Ride the historical tram from the Holešovice Exhib to the Střešovice tram depot – you’ll get a great si of the city centre and then enjoy the Public Transp

1. National Museum of Agriculture. Forestry, fishing, beer, wine, food, hunting and gastronomy, all of this is agriculture. The museum is aimed at children and adults alike, who become co-discoverers of natural laws and rules q Kostelní 44 w nzm.cz

of Karel Zeman (Muzeum Karla Zemana) q Saská 3, w muzeumkarlazemana.cz dedicated to the legend of Czech animation Karel hildren can “fly” on the flying machine, watch movie ith headphones), and take a look behind the scenes of cial film effects. Suitable for ages 6 and up. B4

useum q Národní 31, Prague 1 w muzeumlega.cz largest museum of the famous Danish building blocks ld. It features 20 thematic exhibitions with 2,500 play area, and a shop. The main attractions include f Prague’s National Museum and a five-meter-long the Charles Bridge. Suitable for ages 3 and up. C4 ransport Museum (Muzeum MHD) q Patočkova 4, w dpp.cz/muzeum-mhd an explore the development of transport from the wn historical tram to modern types. Also on display are -style metro cars. You can even check out the interiors f the vehicles. The best way to get to the museum is by ical tram #41. A3

19 Rieger Park (Riegrovy sady) q Prague 2 w prague.eu A large, well-maintained playground attracts children of all ages. Nearby are a restaurant and a refreshments kiosk, as well as a small café in the park. D4/D5

20 Wallenstein Garden (Valdštejnská zahrada) q Letenská, Prague 1 w senat.cz A Baroque garden where children can watch the ornamental carp in the pond, peek into the grotto, and stroll among the peacocks, some of which are rare albinos. B4 21 Vyšehrad q V Pevnosti 5b, Prague 2 w praha-vysehrad.cz Only the walls remain of the ancient seat of Czech princes, but the place offers beautiful views of the Vltava River and Prague. In addition to the church of Sts Peter and Paul, the rotunda of St Martin, and the cemetery where many famous Czechs have been laid to rest, there are also several cafés and a jungle gym for kids. C6

22 Prague Zoo q U Trojského zámku 3, Prague 7 w zoopraha.cz Prague Zoo is known as one of the most beautiful zoos in Europe. Seeing the wide variety of animals is a given, but children also love the Bororo play area, the sightseeing train, the chairlift, the Children’s Zoo, where they can run around among the animals and feed them special pellets, and the pony rides. On top of the hill, which you can reach by foot or by chairlift, there’s a wooden lookout tower. There are several good restaurants in the complex. B1

The River and Its Islands

Prague Ferries (Pražské přívozy) The ferry is the most entertaining way to get from one bank of the Vltava to the other. It usually operates from April to October, and all you need is a normal public transport ticket. More at w pid.cz/privozy. Rowboat and Pedal Boat Rentals Popular pedal or rowboats are a great way to cool off and have some fun, especially in the summer months. Rentals are available on Slavonic Island and the Smetana embankment.

Sightseeing Boats and Cruises Prague Steamboat Company w paroplavba.cz, Prague Boats w evd.cz, and Prague Venice w prazskebenatky.cz offer cruises on old-fashioned steamboats and modern boats. You can even take a boat to the Zoo.

Others

30 Feeding swans, ducks, gulls, and nutrias On the Vltava waterfront, ideally in Lesser Town, you can feed waterfowl, and sometimes even nutrias will join the feeding queue. Please feed only grain, corn, cooked rice, chopped vegetables or granules for fish (not bread). B4

42 Králík v rádiu q Křižíkova 65a, Prague 8 w kralikvradiu.cz Králík v rádiu is a completely child- and baby-friendly restaurant, suitable for toddlers and older kids up to about age 8. The play area is spacious, and childminders keep an eye on the children and keep them entertained. E3

of Senses (Muzeum Smyslů) q Jindřišská 20, w muzeumsmyslu.cz ative, fun exhibition where you can truly test all five nses – entertaining for older children and adults. Learn age happens, how various optical illusions work, and d how fakirs can lie on beds of nails. Suitable for chil6 and up who already have good spatial orientation. C4 l Museum (Národní muzeum) – Historical Building ké nám. 68, Prague 1 w nm.cz ermanent exhibition is currently being installed – the ature, Miracles of Evolution, History, People, and Treasin Cabinet will open in late 2019 and 2020. C5/D5 l Museum (Národní muzeum) – New Building dská 1, Prague 1 w nm.cz k exhibition – stroll through the interior of the fabled e stuffed mammals, reptiles, and birds that Noah m the flood, according to the biblical story. An interacen’s Museum will open in late 2019. D4/D5

45 Záletná q Kostelní 44, Prague 7 w bit.ly/2T4ydTt The restaurant at the National Museum of Agriculture is a favourite place for young children. In the summer, chickens from the mini-zoo run around under the tables in the garden, pecking at crumbs. Next door in the mini-zoo, children can see chickens, ducks, goats, pigeons, and rabbits. C3

photo: Petr Hamerník, Zoo Praha

55 Petřín Funicular (Lanová dráha) q Újezd, Prag w dpp.cz/lanova-draha-na-petrin A ride on the Petřín funicular will surely be an exc ence for children, especially if you combine it with large playground located at the base and a tour of tion tower, the mirror maze, and the observatory a

43 Pizza Nuova q Revoluční 1, Prague 1 w pizzanuova.cz Italian restaurant with delicious food and a kids’ play area – on the weekends, a childminder keeps an eye on the little ones. C4 44 Výtopna q Václavské nám. 56, Prague 1 w vytopna.cz The main attraction of the restaurant, which serves traditional Czech dishes, is the electric trains which bring your drinks straight to your table. Reservations are a must for this restaurant. Suitable for ages 6 and up. C4

CULTURE – galleries, museums, theatres, cinema

56 Prague Planetarium q Královská obora 233, w planetum.cz Children can take a simulated ride on the Lunar R Rover, watch footage from the International Spac take their picture in a NASA spacesuit. Suitable fo up. C2 57 Prague motor-coach train (Pražský motoráče q Hlavní nádraží – Wilsonova 8, Prague 2 w kzc.cz/vlak/prazsky-motoracek Historical train rides on weekends and national hol route leads from the main railway station across th Hlubočepy viaduct, between the rocks in the Košíř the Prague-Zličín station and then back again. An a fun excursion for very little money. D4

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13. Planetarium Prague. The planetarium offers

astronomy-themed programmes for children and adults q Královská obora 233 w planetarium.cz

14. Lapidarium of the National Museum holds a massive

collection of sculpted stone artifacts dating from the 11th to the late 19 th centuries q Výstaviště 466 w nm.cz

15. Studio ALTA is a multicultural space and a creative hub focused on contemporary dance q U Výstaviště 21 w altart.cz 16. Jatka78. A multifunctional theatre, gallery, training hall,

rehearsal room, and gym located in a former slaughterhouse q Prague Market, halls 7, 8 w jatka78.cz

17. RockOpera Praha. The first theatre for rockers q Komunardů 1 w rockopera.cz

18. Trafo Gallery. Contemporary art gallery with artists’ studios q Prague Market, hall 14 w trafogallery.cz

19. La Fabrika. Another multi-genre cultural centre focusing on audio-visual projects, theatre and dance, multimedia and traditional exhibitions, lectures, workshops, and concerts q Komunardů 28 and 30 w.lafabrika.cz

20. DOX Centre for Contemporary Art. The building itself is

the result of rebuilding an old factory. Worthy of particular attention is the 42-meter long wooden rooftop structure – the Gulliver airship – which serves as a venue for literary events. Also on site are the new DOX+ Hall and the Qubus design shop q Poupětova 1 w dox.cz

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Architecture & Sculpture 21. Hanavský Pavilion – built in 1891 as a showcase for cast iron, now a restaurant q Letenské sady 173

22. Metronome – symbolic sculpture by artist Vratislav Novák q Letenské sady

23. Ventilation chimneys with abstract decor by renowned Czech artist Zdeněk Sýkora q Letenské sady

24. Letenský zámeček (Letná Mansion) – built in the style of Italian Renaissance villas, now a restaurant with a beer garden in front q Letenské sady 341

25. Expo 58 – former Czechoslovak pavilion, sensation of the 1958 World’s Fair in Brussels q Letenské sady 80 26. St. Clement Church q Kostelní St. / Skalecká St. / Letenské sady w svatyantonin.cz 27. Church of St. Anthony of Padua – neo-Gothic church from 1914 q Strossmayerovo náměstí/Square w svatyantonin.cz

28. Memorial of Silence – memorial dedicated to Czech Holocaust victims q Nádraží Bubny w bubny.org

29. Průmyslový palác (Industrial Palace) – Art Nouveau centrepiece of the Holešovice exhibition grounds q Výstaviště 416 w vystavistepraha.eu

30. Graffiti zone Bubny – legal graffiti space q U Papírny St. 31. Pražská tržnice (Prague Market) – former slaughter-

house and meatpacking district, now home to outdoor and indoor markets, shops, restaurants, theatres, galleries, and clubs q Bubenské nábřeží 13 w prazska-trznice.cz

32. Former Holešovice Town Brewery – exceptional

historic-modern architectural complex q Komunardů St. / U Průhonu St.

33. Classic 7 – 1911 steam mill adapted for modern use as an office complex q Jankovcova 49 34. Holešovice Docks, Prague Marina – rusting boats side by side with the modern Prague Marina luxury apartment complex q V Přístavu St.

Cafés & Bars* 35. Cukrárna Alchymista – good cheesecakes, lovely garden q Jana Zajíce 7 w alchymista.cz

36. Café Tvaroh – trendy café with food q Šmeralova 22 @cafetvaroh

37. Ye’s Kafe – cozy café with excellent coffee q Letenské náměstí 5 w yeskafestudio

38. Café Lajka – café with cinema club and gallery q U Akademie 11 w cafelajka.cz 39. Café Letka – highly Instagrammable shabby-chic café with local cakes q Letohradská 44 w cafeletka.cz

40. Erhartova cukrárna – popular Czech-style sweetshop qMilady Horákové 56 w erhartovacukrarna.cz

41. Dos Mundos – premium coffee, red swings q Milady Horákové 38 w dos-mundos.cz 42. Brut. – Wines and Oysters – bar with organic wines, proseccos & champagne q Letohradská 13

43. Bio Oko – fun bar/café inside a cinema; good beer selection q Františka Křížka 15 w biooko.net

44. Bar Cobra – popular, trendy bar with food w Milady Horákové 8 w barcobra.cz 45. Café Jedna – airy café inside the National Gallery; art-themed programmes q Dukelských hrdinů 47 w cafejedna.cz

46. Letec – Berlin-style espresso bar q Šimáčkova 17 w cafeletec.com

47. Café Liberál – popular café and culture venue q Heřmanova 6 kavarnaliberal 48. Barry Higgel’s Coffeehouse – “a piece of London in Prague” q Tusarova 25 BarryHiggel1704

49. Vnitroblock – café, creative hub and culture centre q Tusarova 31 w vnitroblock.cz

50. Bitcoin Coffee – legendary cryptocurrency-only café q Dělnická 43 w bitcoincoffee.cz 51. Biblioteca del vino – Italian wine bar w Komunardů 32 w biblioteca.cz

52. Cà phê – chic Vietnamese café/bistro q U Průhonu 9 w ca-phe.cz

Restaurants, Pubs & Bistros* 53. Ristorantino da Matteo – traditional Italian restaurant q Jirečkova 11 w damatteo.cz 54. Mr. Hot Dog – famed dogs & burgers q Kamenická 24 w mrhotdog.cz

55. Peperoncino – Mediterranean food, lovely garden q Letohradská 34 w restaurant-peperoncino.cz

56.Letná Beer Garden – q in front of the Letenský zámeček / Letná mansion; great views 57. Pipca – hip rotisserie chicken bistro q Milady Horákové 28 w pipca.cz

58. Salt’n’Pepa Kitchen – revered burger bistro q Milady Horákové 22 SaltnPepaKitchen 59. Onigirazu – Japanese vegan fast food q Milady Horákové 9 onigirazu.cz

60. Bistro 8 – modern French-style bistro q Veverkova 8 w bistro8.cz

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61. Hillbilly – burger bistro q Pplk. Sochora 21 w hillbilly.cz 62. U houbaře – old-school Czech pub q Dukelských hrdinů 30 w u-houbare.cz 63. SaSaZu – Asian fusion in a clubby atmosphere q Pražská tržnice, hall 25 w sasazu.com

64. Phill’s Twenty 7 – international bistro q Přístavní 27 w twenty7.cz 65. Phill’s Corner – modern raw bistro & design shop q Komunardů 32 w phillscorner.cz

66. Home Kitchen – modern bistro

q Jankovcova 14a w homekitchen.cz

67. The Eatery – seasonal, local, ambitious, open kitchen q U Uranie 8 w theeatery.cz

Music clubs* 68. Containall Stalin and Stromovka – summer culture

scenes in Letná Park and Stromovka Park with concerts, cinema, theatre performances and workshops w containall.cz

69. Holešovická Šachta – gallery and music club q Bubenská 14 w holesovickasachta.cz 70.Cross Club – music club with space for performing arts q Plynární 23 w crossclub.cz 71. Altenburg1964 – summer music stage and bar aboard a boat q Partyzánská 23 w altenburg1964.cz

Design, Fashion, Books & Antiques* 72. Ema Mamisu – handmade functional designer pottery q Jana Zajíce 24 w emamamisu.cz 73. Kuráž –affordable items by young Czech and Slovak designers q Veletržní 48 w kuraz.cz

74. Sistersconspiracy – limited-edition men’s and

women’s clothing q Dobrovského 24 w sistersconspiracy.cz

75. Aristokrat Vintage – boutique focused on dresses from the 1920s – 1950s q Milady Horákové 28 w aristokrat-vintage.cz 76.SCORO COCO – men’s vintage fashion q Milady Horákové 28 w scorococo.cz

77. Papírna – stationery shop with handmade notebooks and envelopes q Františka Křížka 8 w papirna.net 78. Charaktery Design Store – fashion and home accessories by a group of local designers q Milady Horákové 13 charakterydesignstore 79. PageFive – a bookstore specialized in art books and periodicals q Veverkova 5 w pagefive.com

80. Helena Dařbujánová – Czech furniture designer q Veverkova 7 w helenadarbujanova.cz

81. Recycle Vintage Store – stylish vintage and upcycled clothing q Veverkova 8 w recyclevintagestore.com 82. Jakoby – slow fashion showroom q Veverkova 8 w jakoby.store 83. Garage Store – shop with vinyl and record players q Veverkova 6 w garage-store.net 84. Tvorba Store – shared showroom of Czech fashion and jewelry designers q Veverkova 28 w tvorbastore.cz

85. Koenig Books – art bookstore inside the National Gallery q Dukelských hrdinů 47 NGknihkupectviKOENIGBOOKS 86. Epes Rádes – interior design and decoration q Dělnická 21 w epesrades.cz 87. Lasvit Flagship Showroom – handmade glass light fixtures and other items by leading Czech glass design company Komunardů 32 w lasvit.com 88. DOX by Qubus – gallery selling the work of leading Czech designers: glass, porcelain, jewelry q Poupětova 1 w dox.cz

Regular Events Designblok – international design show held in the Industrial Palace (autumn) w designblok.cz Metronome Festival Prague – popular international music festival (summer) w metronomefestival.cz

Letní Letná – international festival of modern circus (summer) w letniletna.cz

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Prague A city of magic and romance, a gem of architecture down the centuries; full of captivating ambience, resounding with the melodies of great composers, but also a modern metropolis pulsating with life; Prague is all these, one of the finest cities in the world. In 1992 its historical centre was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Area: 496 km2 Population: 1,290,000 Geographical location: 50° 05‘ 19‘‘ North, 14° 25‘ 17‘‘ East, 235 m above sea level (avg.) Time zone: Central European Time (GMT +1) – CET daylight saving time +1 (GMT +2) Climate: Central European, temperate with 4 seasons Vltava River flows through the city for 31 km, widest point 330 m Historical centre: Prague Castle (Hradčany), Lesser Town (Malá Strana), Old Town (Staré Město), New Town (Nové Město) and Vyšehrad

Clementinum q Mariánské náměstí 5, Prague 1 w www.klementinum.com An extensive complex, originally a Jesuit College. The guided tour includes the Astronomical Tower and Baroque Library Hall. The Mirrored Chapel distinctively beset with mirrors is used as a concert hall. C3 The Old-New Synagogue (Staronová synagoga) q Červená st., Prague 1 w www.kehilaprag.cz Among the oldest and most valuable European and World Jewish monuments, the oldest synagogue in Central Europe. The early Gothic, late 13th century building is still the temple for Prague’s Jewish community. D2

Practical information:

Emergency phone line: 112 Czech Republic dialling code: +420 x Václav Havel Airport Prague (Letiště Václava Havla Praha) w www.prg.aero, 30 minutes from city centre

Airport access: Hlavní nádraží (y C) j Airport Express, trip length approx. 33 minutes Nádraží Veleslavín (y A) j 119, trip length approx. 17 minutes Zličín (y B) j 100, trip length approx. 16 minutes Anděl (y B) j 191, trip length approx. 51 minutes Night bus j 910

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Public transport w www.dpp.cz z +420 296 19 18 17 Tourist passes for 24 (t CZK 110) or 72 hours (t CZK 310) Municipal Health centre Prague (Městská poliklinika Praha) q Spálená 12, Prague 1 z +420 222 924 295 D3 24 hour Pharmacy q Palackého 5, Prague 1 z +420 224 946 982 D3 Currency: Czech koruna (CZK); 1 euro = approx. 26 CZK coins: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 CZK banknotes: 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000 CZK p Most shops, restaurants, hotels and other services accept major international payment cards. Cash available via a dense network of ATMs. Main Post Office q Jindřišská 14, Prague 1 z +420 954 211 000 w www.ceskaposta.cz daily 2:00–24:00 D3

Public toilets – in all Metro stations, usual opening hours: Mon–Fri 6:00–21:00, Sat–Sun 8:00–20:00, longer at central and connecting stations.

Public holidays in the Czech Republic

1 Jan – New Year’s Day, Czech State Day Good Friday and Easter Monday (moveable feast) 1 May – Labour Day 8 May – Victory Day 5 July – Day of the Slavic missionaries Cyril & Methodius 6 July – Master John Hus Immolation Day 28 Sept – Czech Statehood Day 28 Oct – Czechoslovak State Inception Day 17 Nov – Freedom and Democracy Day 24 Dec – Christmas Eve 25 Dec – Christmas Day 26 Dec – St Stephen’s Day

Top Prague Sights Prague Castle (Pražský hrad) q Prague 1 – Hradčany w www.hrad.cz The Prague Castle panorama is one of the most impressive anywhere. One of the largest castle complexes in the world, with historical palaces, church buildings, extensive gardens and picturesque vistas. Prague Castle has for over a thousand years symbolized Czech statehood. Most notable is the Gothic Cathedral of Sts Vitus, Wenceslas and Adalbert (1344). C2

The Church of Our Lady before Týn (Chrám Matky Boží před Týnem) q Staroměstské náměstí, Prague 1 w www.tyn.cz One of the most impressive Gothic sacral buildings in Prague with an extensive gallery of Gothic, Renaissance and early Baroque works, e.g. fine altarpieces by Karel Škréta and the tomb of astronomer Tycho Brahe. D3

Müller’s villa (Müllerova vila) q Nad Hradním vodojemem 14, Prague 6 w www.muzeumprahy.cz The villa is a world masterpiece of architectural avant-garde. The outside seems curtly functionalist, the internal layout being more remarkable, ‘flowing’ one into another. B2 The Dancing House (Tančící dům) q Jiráskovo náměstí 6, Prague 2 w www.tancici-dum.cz This exceptional building is a pillar of modern Prague architecture; Inspired by the dancing skill of that famous movie couple – Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. C3

Prague’s Parks and Gardens

Prague Castle Gardens (Zahrady Pražského hradu) q Prague Castle, Prague 1 w www.hrad.cz Historically most notable is the Royal Garden from 1534, with its singing fountain, which belongs among the finest Renaissance water fountains in Europe. From the Southern gardens, stretching beneath the Castle frontage, you get breathtaking views over Prague’s historical centre. C2 The Palace Gardens under Prague Castle (Palácové zahrady pod Pražským hradem) q Valdštejnská 12 – 14, Prague 1 w www.palacove-zahrady.cz On the southern slopes below Prague Castle is a showpiece complex of interrelated historical gardens with rich architectural decor, lookout terraces and pavilions set among the vegetation to charming effect. C2

Vrtba Garden (Vrtbovská zahrada) q Karmelitská 25, Prague 1 w www.vrtbovska.cz One of the most important and finest Baroque gardens, though compact, architecturally original on its awkward slope, with sculptural artistic merit that makes it a garden of European importance. C3 Vojanovy sady gardens q U Lužického semináře 17, Prague 1 A little mysterious and unjustly overlooked. The pensiveness of Vojanovy sady has lingered since the Middle Ages, when it was a monastery garden. C3 Petřín park (Petřínské sady) q Prague 1 – Lesser Town Petřín Hill is one of the largest urban expanses of greenery and its slopes are an oasis of calm in the centre of Prague. Atop stands Petřín lookout tower, which offers an enchanting view of the whole city. C3/B3

The National Gallery in Prague (Národní galerie v Praze):

Veletržní Palace (Veletržní palác) q Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 Showing: The Arts in Czechoslovakia 1918–1989 (from 28 Oct 2018) D2

Convent of St Agnes of Bohemia (Klášter sv. Anežky České) q U Milosrdných 17, Prague 1 Showing: Medieval Art in Bohemia and Central Europe 1200–1550 D2 Sternberg Palace (Šternberský palác) q Hradčanské nám. 15, Prague 1 Exhibition Hall C2

Schwarzenberg Palace (Schwarzenberský palác) q Hradčanské nám. 2, Prague 1 Showing: The Baroque in Bohemia (till August 2018) C3

Salm Palace (Salmovský palác) q Hradčanské nám. 2, Prague 1 Showing: The TBA21 Contemporary Arts Centre (from 6 Jun 2018) C3 Kinský Palace (Palác Kinských) q Staroměstské nám. 12, Prague 1 Exhibition Hall D3 p More information at w www.ngprague.cz (we recommend keeping an eye on the websites in case of exhibition and venue changes)

The Prague City Gallery (Galerie hlavního města Prahy):

Troja Chateau (Trojský zámek) q U Trojského zámku 4/1, Prague 7 Showing: The architecture and decor of Chateau Troja C1 Bílek Villa q Mickiewiczova 1, Prague 6 Showing: The Studio of František Bílek, Czech symbolist sculptor and graphic artist C2

Prague ferryboats Prague ferries are the greatest way to cross between Prague’s right and left banks. From April to October, and normal Public transport (MHD) tickets apply. More information at w www.dpp.cz or w www.ropid.cz. Vltava River Islands By the waterside you can also enjoy any of Prague’s islands.

Slovanský Island (Slovanský ostrov) q Prague 1 – the one island on the Vltava River with a significant park, with its showy neo-Renaissance Žofín palace C3 Střelecký Island (Střelecký ostrov) q Prague 1 – a cosy place shaded by ancient trees, captures the atmosphere of old times with uncommon views of Prague C3

Prague attractions Prague Zoo (Zoologická zahrada hl. m. Prahy) q U Trojského zámku 3, Prague 7 w www.zoopraha.cz Thanks to its prime location Prague Zoo belongs among the loveliest zoos in the world. This beautiful stretch of the outdoors with its animal inhabitants is apt for all generations of visitors. C1

House of Photography (Dům fotografie) q Revoluční 5, Prague 1 Exhibition Hall D2 Picture Gallery of Prague Castle (Obrazárna Pražského hradu) q Prague Castle – II. nádvoří, Prague 1 w www.kulturanahrade.cz Showing: Paintings from the Castle collections C2

DOX – Centre for Contemporary Art q Poupětova 1, Prague 7 w www.dox.cz Presenting contemporary art, architecture and design E1

Aquapalace Prague q Pražská 138, Průhonice – Čestlice w www.aquapalace.cz The biggest entertainment aqua park in Central Europe, where you’ll enjoy memorable moments in this singular sports and leisure complex awash with aquatic attractions.

Franciscan garden (Františkánská zahrada) q Jungmannovo náměstí, Prague 1 The cosy green nook in the heart of the city invites you to stop and take a breath when walking around Prague. The local herbaceous beds are a treat. D3

Mirror labyrinth at Petřín (Zrcadlové bludiště) q Petřínské sady, Prague 1 w www.muzeumprahy.cz From the outside it looks like a mini castle, inside, instead of secret passages you’ll meet a maze of mirrors. Spontaneous children’s laughter echoes in the Hall of laughter, with its distorting mirrors. C3

Rental boats and pedalos Popular pedalos or boats are an interesting and romantic alternative way to spend summer leisure time in Prague.

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Vltava, and life on the river Prague’s Riverbanks (Náplavky) w www.prazskenaplavky.cz Prague’s riverbanks are some of its favourite promenades, and during the summer they become the centres of Prague’s cultural life and leisure-time activities.

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The House at the Golden Ring (Dům U Zlatého prstenu) q Týnská 6, Prague 1 Showing: Prague under Charles IV (a burgeoning European Medieval City) D3 Museum Kampa q U Sovových mlýnů 2, Prague 1 w www.museumkampa.cz Showing: A collection of Central European modern art and artworks by pioneering abstract painter František Kupka, and Czech Cubist sculptor Otto Gutfreund. C3 Jewish Museum in Prague (Židovské muzeum v Praze) q Maiselova 15, Prague 1 w www.jewishmuseum.cz One of the oldest and continuously run Jewish museums in the world, documenting the history, traditions and customs of the Jewish population in the Czech lands. Also under the Museum’s care are: The Old Jewish Cemetery (Starý židovský hřbitov), Spanish synagogue (Španělská synagoga), Pinkas synagogue (Pinkasova synagoga), Ceremonial Hall (Obřadní síň), Maisel synagogue (Maiselova synagoga), Klausen synagogue (Klausová synagoga), and the Robert Guttmann Gallery. D2

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The City of Prague Museum (Muzeum hlavního města Prahy) q Na Poříčí 52, Prague 8 w www.muzeumprahy.cz Showing: The Langweil model of Prague, the history of Prague from prehistory to the Middle Ages and the present day D2

Veletržní Palace (Veletržní palác) q Dukelských hrdinů 47, Prague 7 w www.ngprague.cz Once the largest building of its kind in the world, the first functionalist building in Prague, impressively sized at 140 x 75 m. Today it holds the National Gallery’s modern art collections. D2 Žižkov TV tower (Žižkovská televizní věž) q Mahlerovy sady 1, Prague 3 w www.towerpark.cz Without a doubt towering over Prague at 216 m, the tallest building in the city. Climbing the tower’s exterior are 10 giant baby statues by David Černý. E3

Kampa q Prague 1 – an island between the main course of the Vltava River and its Čertovka offshoot, one of the most romantic and lovely places in Prague C3

The House at the Stone Bell (Dům U Kamenného zvonu) q Staroměstské náměstí 13, Prague 1 Exhibition Hall D3 Municipal Library (2nd floor) q Mariánské náměstí 1, Prague 1 Exhibition Hall D3

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The Strahov picture gallery (Strahovská obrazárna) q Strahovské nádvoří 1, Prague 1 w www.strahovskyklaster.cz Showing: A collection of Czech and European art from Gothic to romanticism B3

Prague Botanical Garden (Botanická zahrada hl. m. Prahy) q Trojská 196, Prague 7 w www.botanicka.cz The garden offers almost 30 hectares of landscaped areas, including the Fata Morgana tropical greenhouse exhibit, letting you enjoy a trip to the tropics at any time of the year. C1

Petřín Funicular (Lanová dráha na Petřín) q Újezd, Prague 1 w www.dpp.cz A popular funicular railway running since 1891. It is integrated into the public transport network and takes you to the top of Petřín Hill. C3

Rieger’s park (Riegrovy sady) q Prague 2 – Vinohrady This park, over a hundred years old, has many half-hid nooks, wooded glades, open leas and uncommon vistas of Prague. E3/D3 Vyšehrad park (Vyšehradské sady) q Prague 2 – Vyšehrad A magical place of myths and legends, with romantic hideaways and beautiful vistas of the Vltava River. D4 Royal Park (Královská obora) – Stromovka q Prague 7 – Bubeneč The sprawling park covers an area of 95 ha in close proximity to Holešovice Exhibition grounds. It is the ideal place for romantic walks, picnics, sport and leisure. D1,D2/C1,C2 Letná park (Letenské sady) q Prague 7 – Holešovice An extensive park with large grassy areas, mature trees and a varied mix of tree species and a long plane-tree avenue, providing a nice place to sit and great city views. D2/C2

Sightseeing cruises River Cruises offer an unforgettable view of the historic centre of Prague and many novel experiences.

The National Museum historical building (Historická budova Národního muzea) q Václavské náměstí 68, Prague 1 Closed for refurbishment until 28 Oct 2018 D3

The National Museum new building (Nová budova Národního muzea) q Vinohradská 1, Prague 1 Showing: “Noah’s Ark” natural history exposition D3

Lapidary (Lapidárium) q Výstaviště 422, Prague 7 Showing: The monuments of stone carving in Bohemia, 11–19th centuries D1 p For other National Museum exhibits, see w www.nm.cz

Old Town Hall and Horologe (Staroměstská radnice s orlojem) q Staroměstské náměstí, Prague 1 w www.prague.eu/oldtownhall The Old Town Hall dates from 1338, presiding over the Old Town. The oldest Gothic part of the complex is the tower and the oriel chapel, as well as the medieval horologe, where every hour between 9:00–23:00 the 12 Apostles are to be seen. D3 The Church of Our Lady Victorious – ‘Child of Prague’ (Kostel Panny Marie Vítězné – Pražské Jezulátko) q Karmelitská 9, Prague 1 w www.pragjesu.cz An early Baroque church renowned for its Infant Jesus statue from Spain, donated to the Carmelites by Polyxena of Lobkowitz (1628). C3

Loreta q Loretánské náměstí 7, Prague 1 w www.loreta.cz A Marian pilgrimage place with replica Holy House, and the Baroque Church of the Nativity. The so-called Loreto treasure is a set of missal objects, the most famous being the Diamond monstrance. B3/2

Wallenstein Garden (Valdštejnská zahrada) q Letenská st., Prague 1 A geometrically set out early Baroque garden with monumental sala terrena and artificial grotto with a distinctive atmosphere. Free ranging peacocks accompany your walk. C2

Municipal House (Obecní dům) q náměstí Republiky 5, Prague 1 w www.obecnidum.cz Early 20th century Prague Art Nouveau at its best, the work of major artists of the period headed by none less than the renowned painter Alfons Mucha. The Smetana Concert Hall dominates the stunning interior. D3 Powder Tower (Prašná brána) q Na Příkopě, Prague 1 w www.muzeumprahy.cz A landmark of late Gothic Prague, the start of the so-called Royal route to Prague Castle. It used to be a gunpowder warehouse. D3

Vyšehrad – V Pevnosti, Prague 2 w www.praha-vysehrad.cz According to ancient legend the oldest seat of Czech princes, in fact the fortress dates back to the 10th century. Its parks encompass architectural treasures like the Romanesque Rotunda of St Martin, the neo-Gothic church of Sts Peter and Paul, the National Cemetery and other places of note. D4

Modern architecture Petřín Lookout Tower (Petřínská rozhledna) q Petřínské sady, Prague 1 w www.muzeumprahy.cz One of Prague’s unmissable landmarks, built in 1891 as a loose copy of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, on a 1:5 scale. C3 Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Our Lord (Kostel Nejsvětějšího Srdce Páně) q náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad, Prague 3 w www.srdcepane.cz The prime 20th century Czech sacral building by the Slovenian architect Jože Plečnik. The distinctive and monumental edifice is inspired by ancient Christian designs. E3 House at the Black Madonna (Dům U Černé Matky Boží) q Ovocný trh 19, Prague 1 w www.upm.cz The pinnacle of Czech Cubist architecture, exceptional for its façade and Cubist layout design, which goes right into the interior. Also houses a permanent exhibition of Czech Cubism. D3

Charles Bridge (Karlův most) q Prague 1 – Lesser Town, Old Town The oldest and most renowned Prague bridge was built in 1357 by Charles IV. At both ends stand fortified bridge towers – The twin Lesser Town towers and the Old Town tower, which is one of the finest gate towers of Gothic Europe. C3

Czech Museum of Music (České muzeum hudby) q Karmelitská 2/4, Prague 1 Showing: Man – Instrument – Music (400 historical musical instruments, incl. the pianoforte played by W. A. Mozart) C3

St Nicholas Church (Kostel sv. Mikuláše) q Malostranské náměstí, Prague 1 w www.stnicholas.cz A prime example of Prague Baroque, with distinctive dome and bell tower. The Church is a key part of the panorama, not just the left bank of the Vltava River. While staying in Prague, W. A. Mozart played the organ here. C3

Strahov Monastery (Strahovský klášter) q Strahovské nádvoří 1, Prague 1 w www.strahovskyklaster.cz The Premonstratensian monastery dates from 1140. Its grounds include the heritage Strahov library and Strahov picture gallery, with remarkable collections of Central European Gothic, Rudolfine, Baroque and Rococo works of art. B3

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