Prague's Affordable Attractions, Food, and Landmarks
Source:
@Joel and Emilia
11 attractions in Czechia: Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and 8 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a YouTube post by Joel and Emilia.
Charles Bridge
Place
4.7
The Charles Bridge is a medieval stone bridge first constructed in 1357. Adorned with 30 statues added in the 17th century, it is said these statues protect the bridge from flooding. It offers a beautiful, historic walk, best experienced in the shoulder seasons (April-May or September-October) to avoid the peak summer crowds.
Prague Castle
Historical place
4.7
Prague Castle is the largest and oldest ancient castle complex in the world. Entry to the castle grounds is free, but visitors should arrive early to avoid large tour groups, as it can get very busy, especially during peak season. Within the complex, you'll find the stunning St. Vitus Cathedral.
St. Vitus Cathedral
Church
4.8
Located within Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral is a Gothic masterpiece founded in 1344. It is an impressive architectural sight, historically serving as the burial place for Bohemian kings and Holy Roman Emperors, and continues to be a significant religious and cultural landmark.
Prague Astronomical Clock
Landmark
4.7
This medieval astronomical clock, attached to the Old Town Hall, is the third oldest astronomical clock in the world and the oldest still operating. Every hour, a mechanical show draws a large crowd. Visitors should be aware of potential pickpockets in the dense crowd during the hourly spectacle.
Dancing House
Landmark
4.3
Known as Ginger and Fred, named after the dancers Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, this unique architectural landmark stands out with its dynamic, deconstructivist design. It's often referred to as a "funky looking building" for its distinctive appearance.
Karlovy Lazne - Nightclub
Night club
4.1
Reputedly the largest club in Central Europe, this multi-story nightclub features various themed rooms including an ice bar. The club can be a bit of a maze to navigate, and the ice bar offers drinks served in ice cubes.
Nerudova 211 Café
Coffee shop
4.9
This cafe offers a cozy outdoor seating area perfect for enjoying a coffee with views of the charming street. They serve proper Italian cappuccinos and delicious flat whites. Expect good quality coffee for around 95 CZK (3.25 GBP or 4.35 USD).
SausageGo
Takeout restaurant
4.9
This highly-rated street food spot specializes in various sausages, which are a famous Czech Republic delicacy. They offer unique mixes like spicy sausage and bread for around 150 CZK (5.13 GBP or 6.90 USD). The owner claims to have invented the bread served with the sausages.
Žižkov Television Tower
Landmark
4.4
This distinctive TV tower is recognized as the second ugliest building in the world due to its stark, brutalist architecture. It is further characterized by large sculptures of crawling babies by Czech artist David Černý, adding to its peculiar and controversial appearance. The surrounding Žižkov neighborhood is known for having the most pubs per square mile in Europe.
Česká Kuchyně
Restaurant
3.8
This restaurant is highly recommended for trying traditional Czech food without getting overcharged. It operates like a buffet, offering a variety of local dishes such as chicken schnitzel with boiled potatoes and dumplings. Meals here are very affordable, costing around 350 CZK (12 GBP or 16 USD) for two people including drinks.
Old Czech Chimney Cake Karlova 25
Bakery
4.0
This is one of many places in Prague where you can find Trdelník, also known as chimney cake. While delicious, these can be a bit of a tourist trap, costing around 150 CZK (5.13 GBP or 6.93 USD) and traditionally do not include ice cream or chocolate, which were added to appeal more to tourists.
