Prague

We went for a mini break in early October and stayed in a hotel within walking distance of the Old Town but we also took advantage of the great tram and underground services which are the best way to get around. Prague has many sightseeing attractions so even if the weather wasn’t as hot as it would be through the summer months it really doesn’t spoil your enjoyment of the city.

On arrival we walked to the main square of the Old Town which is flanked by wonderful ancient buildings. Dominating the square is City Hall with its imposing tower and its unusual astronomical clock. I would recommend a historical tour of the City Hall which includes discovering the underground rooms and houses which were the original Prague which were subsequently built upon in the 14th & 15th Century as they were low lying and therefore prone to flooding. A trip to the top of the tower for great views of the city is also recommended.

Connecting the two parts of the city and spanning the Vltata River is the Charles Bridge. During late morning and afternoon the bridge is extremely popular as people travel across from the old town towards Prague Castle. The Bridge itself is also a popular tourist site as it is ancient having been constructed originally in 1357 and its towers at either end and sculptures and views make it a must see. I would recommend also the boat trips that run from beside the Charles Bridge. The small wooden boats do tours of the river and the one or two picturesque canals that run alongside the river.

Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral which stands beside it are also well worth a visit as they contain a lot of historical artefacts and impressive interiors. Within the castle is a picturesque medieval street called Golden Lane. We also took the funicular up the hill to Perrin Point. From the top are again great views of the city. Another area worth visiting is the Jewish synagogues and cemetery which are both educational and interesting.

There is a wide choice of restaurants (I would recommend Café Savoy simply for its amazing ceiling and good food) and the famous Czech beer (which they say is cheaper than buying bottled water). Shopping malls and the streets around Wenceslas Square have a whole host of shops. Prague has an abundance of museums, theatres and opera houses.

I could go with many other recommendations and would be keen to visit again and would thoroughly recommend.