Prague city breaks

Bringing you all the edgy atmosphere of Central Europe in one easy-to-explore city, the Czech capital joins the dots between ancient castles, Gothic churches and Soviet structures. This is an anything goes kinda place, where grand cubist cafés and a spire-topped skyline mix with offbeat dive bars and graffiti-strewn peace walls. Add in a love of stein-clinking beer halls and you’ll soon see why free-spirited Prague is famed for letting its hair down. But it still gets top marks for old-world charm. The lantern-lit Charles Bridge and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock are simply the stuff of storybooks. A fascinating Jewish Quarter and alternative art scene add another cultural layer of fascination to this must-see city, whatever time of year you visit.

Things to see on a Prague city break

Buzzing bar scene

There’s every type of nightlife here in Prague. Love live music? Follow the sound of jazz down into the underground cellar bars. Planning a hen or stag do? Night clubs with multiple floors await. Just want a decent pint? You’ll be in heaven, as this is the land of pilsner. Pubs are aplenty here, especially in the Nusle district, as well as breweries for tours and tastings.

Discover Jewish History

Get a sense of Jewish life in Prague from the 13th-century to the modern era. Tour the synagogues of this former ghetto, including the oldest one in Europe and the Spanish Synagogue, with incredible Moorish architecture. Literature fans should head to Kafka’s house on Golden Lane, a charmingly squat building with a blue front.

Alternative art scene

See an indie band, watch the latest works from young Czech playwrights or enjoy international and local art. It’s all here in Prague. Make a beeline for the moving John Lennon Wall and spot the enormous sculpture from David Černý in Lucerna Palace. There’s also lots going on in the edgy Holešovice neighbourhood – we’re talking arthouse cinemas, galleries and museums.

Elite Hotel

Prague City, Prague

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Astronomical Clock

Prague

The Prague astronomical clock is the oldest working astronomical clock in the world. Built in 1410, you can find it in the Old Town Square. Visit as the clock chimes the hour and watch it burst into life -...

Charles Bridge

Prague

The oldest bridge in Prague offers stunning views across the Vltava river. Lining the bridge you'll find 30 beautiful statues of saints, including the statue of St. John of Nepomuk. Stroll across the bridge...

Old Jewish Cemetery

Prague

A forest of crumbling headstones packed into the grounds of a grand ceremonial hall - you could be walking through a scene from a spooky novel. The Old Jewish Cemetery is such a strange and beautiful sight,...

Language

Czech

Currency

Koruna

Time difference

+1hr

Cost of a beer

£2 / 58 Kč

24-hour travel card

£3.80 / 110 Kč

Three course meal

£24 / 697 Kč

Sightseeing

Past the arches and statues, there’s a lot to admire. Bars, shops and eateries sit in the bustling squares right in the centre of the action, with attractions all over. You’ll find galleries, museums, majestic churches and a knockout opera house all waiting to be explored.

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Eating and drinking

Czech beer is rightly world-famous for its smooth, velvety taste. And when it comes to food, expect meaty menus. Pork knuckle, steak tartare and confit duck are local legends, often served with sauerkraut and creamy gravy. Prague’s a diverse city though, so you’ll find restaurants with menus from all corners of the globe.

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Shopping

Both classic and contemporary shopping thrives, where Old Town ornaments sit close to the upmarket designer labels of Pařížská Street. But if you don’t fancy splashing too much cash, Na Příkopě Street features international brands at bargain prices. Havel’s Market is also a treasure trove of fresh food, flowers and souvenirs.

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Getting around

Prague has an extensive metro system with three separate lines covering the city centre, as well as roadside trams that take you on a whistle-stop journey past all the best sights. Plus, you’ll be pleased to find that many central streets and squares are pedestrianised – perfect for those breezy city walks.