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What to see and do in Prague?
Discover the essential visits you must do in this city
The capital of the Czech Republic, is located practically in the center of the European continent, and is according to the opinion of many Europeans, the most beautiful city in all of Europe. Walking through its streets is like walking through an open-air museum, with its ancient architecture and stately air.
If you decide to travel to the Czech Republic and spend a few days in its capital, this guide will help you to know the essential places to see in Prague.
The top 9 of the essential places to see in Prague
1. Old Town Square
UNESCO declared the Old Town Square of Prague, as a World Heritage Site, due to the great beauty of its buildings, where various architectural styles converge, such as Gothic or Baroque.
At the end of the 11th century, the square already had an important market, this being one of the oldest in Europe.
As the city grew, the influence of this square also grew, being the place where the Town Hall, the churches of San Nicolás or Our Lady of Tyn are located.
The Old Town Square is also the epicenter of celebrations in the city of Prague, when the New Year or any important celebration is received, this square is the place.
2. Our Lady of Tyn Church
The two points that seem to rise to the sky of the city of Prague, make the Church of Our Lady of Tyn, one of the most important and emblematic buildings of this beautiful city.
Each of these towers is 80 meters high, and the facade of this church seems to be hidden behind the veil of the houses that were built before the construction of the religious temple.
Inside it highlights the organ and the oldest baptismal font in Prague, which is connected with the beautiful ornamentation of the church, which is part of the Baroque style.
A good number of paintings by renowned Czech artists help to set the internal walls of Our Lady of Tyn, standing out: "The Assumption of the Virgin" and "The Holy Family", by Kavel Skreta.
3. Wenceslas Square
Between the Old Town and the New Town of Prague, you can enjoy the scenery offered by one of the most important squares of this city: Wenceslas Square.
Its name honors Saint Wenceslas I of Bohemia, a king of this territory who ruled between 925 and 931, and is the main protagonist of the square; Since in it, an equestrian statue is erected in his honor, which was sculpted by Josef Václav Mysibek.
Today, it has several shops and hotels in its surroundings, but this square is known in history books for being the place where numerous demonstrations and protests took place, highlighting the one of November 1989, which ended with the fall of socialism. In this city.
Without a doubt, it is one of the essential places to see in Prague.
4. Saint Vitus Cathedral
Together with the Church of Our Lady of Tyn, it shares the title of the most important temple in the city of Prague.
The Prague Cathedral is majestic wherever you look at it, its imposing façade stands out for the beauty of the reliefs, its ornamental motifs and the impressive height.
Inside, the main altar, its naves and chapels, present an imposing and impressive construction that will not leave anyone indifferent.
By climbing its tower, you will be able to see the best panoramic views of the fabulous city of Prague.
5. Prague Astronomical Clock
The Prague astronomical clock is impressive, both for its physical form, and for the mystery and legends that have revolved around its use and manufacture, being one of the most outstanding monuments to visit in the capital of the Czech Republic.
Legend tells us that the builder of the astronomical clock had done such a remarkable and impressive job, that the people who had requested the creation of this clock, took their eyes off the master, who in revenge would enter the clock tower and damage its mechanism.
The truth is that the Prague astronomical clock has had several stages of construction, first it was the astronomical quadrant where the sun, the moon, and the zodiacal and rotation rings are appreciated. Later, the calendar and the facades that adorn it were included.
In the city of Prague there is a belief, that when the clock stops bad events happen, for example: in 1945 before the German capitulation, the clock stopped working, and several important buildings were damaged in a German attack.
For its part, in 2002 the clock stopped again, and the city suffered from the floods of the Vltava River, further fueling the belief of this superstition.
The Prague Astronomical Clock is located in the Old Town, on the south facade of the City Hall building, another of the important places to visit in this city.
6. Boat trip to get to know the city
Knowing the city of Prague by the waterway is one of the main tourist attractions that the city offers.
In Prague, there are several companies that offer day or night cruises, with the possibility of knowing the waterways, offering in the same way, a lunch or a dinner depending on the time you choose.
One of the best recommendations is to travel along the Vltava River at night, enjoying the nighttime show offered by the lights of the city.
7. The Charles Bridge
The oldest bridge in Prague and one of the most important monuments in the entire city, the Charles Bridge, is one of the places that you cannot miss during your visit to this magical city.
This pedestrian bridge, has about 500 meters long and about 10 meters wide, which in its time, gave way to at least four carriage channels, becoming one of the main points of the city.
It was created in 1357, by order of King Carlos IV, and since the 17th century, it was ornamented with various statues that accompanied passersby, along this stone bridge; that connects the Old Town of Prague with the Lesser Town.
8. Prague Castle
Prague Castle is considered the largest ancient fortress in the world, thanks to its complex made up of palaces, temples, gardens and other buildings, which served as the residence of the kings of Bohemia. Currently, being the home of the presidents of the Czech Republic.
It was built in the 9th century, but its maximum splendor was lived in the reign of Rudolf II of Habsburg.
If you pass near this castle at 12 noon, you can enjoy the most special changing of the guard that takes place during the day, with its usual exchange of flags and martial music in the background.
9. Museum of the Alchemists and Magi of Old Prague
The city of Prague for several centuries was one of the most important places for the practice of magic and alchemy, thanks to the fact that the support of these studies was carried out by rulers and great lords of the city.
Great scholars of these matters, such as John Dee or Edward Kelley, who at some point formed part of the court of Elizabeth I of England, passed through the walls of this city.
These sciences and occult arts had a very great development, thanks to Rudolf II of Habsburg, who would be the main sponsor of the Czech alchemists of the 16th century.
In this museum you can see some alchemical laboratories, exhibitions on magic and the dark arts, including the history of various mysterious places and strange events that occurred in the city.
The museum is located in the vicinity of Prague Castle, specifically, in The House of the Donkey in the Cradle.
An incredible experience that you must live when visiting Prague.
