Top things to do when based in Prague hotels

12/07/2010

Czech beer, roast pork, medieval castles and spectacular views all welcome visitors to the Czech Republic’s most treasured city. Depending on where you are, visiting Prague can be an absolute doddle. Arranging travel at Prague hotels is easily done and because of the size of the city you can conveniently be situated next to top historic destinations and fine dining restaurants.

Prague literally means 'golden city' in Czech and with all the culture and life this place has to offer it’s no wonder the very name of this city describes it so wonderfully. Located in central Bohemia, it is known for being one of the top Europe's top city break destinations.

Deep rooted in a thousand years of history, Prague has a distinct cultural atmosphere for anyone visiting the city. The old churches, architecture, city centres, and flavorsome food all come together to create what it means to experience the Czech Republic.

Just like any great European destination, Prague is filled with good eats, history, art and tons of culture. Make sure you cater this excursion to you’re best interests. Since this is your time do what you would find most enjoyable, don’t stress yourself out trying to make it to every single dot on the map.

Sightseeing in Prague is easy considering the city isn’t difficult to navigate and most of it can be done on foot. There are five regions of the city that are broken up by the Charles Bridge, a structure famous for artists, vendors, and its spectacular backdrop of Prague Castle. At nightfall, take a picture with friends along the bridge and capture the glow of city lights and the antique lanterns that line its path.

On one side of Charles Bridge resides the New Town, the Jewish Quarter and the

Old Town Square. On the other side there is the Lesser Town and the castle district. From one side of the city to another, the farthest any visitor should have to walk is 30 minutes to get from place to place.

To get the most out of your visit, it is worth purchasing or borrowing a Prague travel guide and reading up on the historic sites and places of interest. You will get more out of each place if you can imagine the history behind the castles, monuments and churches. Then when you actually step foot in the Old Town Square you can take yourself back in time of what it must have been like in the Middle Ages, as many of the buildings and layout of the city remain original.

There are some top things to do in Prague that you can’t go home without doing! Don’t strain yourself too much, but if you can get to some of these places then you will get the whole flavour of the city. You can then go home and tell everyone about the places they have heard of and show them pictures and stories. They will be envious!

Make sure your sightseeing itinerary includes the following destinations: Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town, the National Theatre, Wenceslas Square, the Old Town Squareand finally the Lesser Town.

Prague Castle is thought to be the most striking site for visitors – towering over a high hill in gothic and Roman inspired architecture. When visiting the castle, begin your journey in Lesser Town, which is situated at the base of the castle. This part of the city has remained untouched by the insurgence of modern tourism and retains its original charm.

Let the spontaneous traveller within you come alive when booking accommodation. You can book hotels in Prague on a whim as it is easy to do online and there are so many options available.

From Lesser Town, one can walk up small narrow streets and make their way to Prague Castle. Along the way, views of the city provide great opportunities for photo panoramas of the clay rooftops dotting the skyline. Even on a cloudy day, the view is quite vast, and the city unfolds right before your eyes.

When you reach Prague Castle, get the most out of this magnificent structure by exploring at your own leisure or getting a guided tour. The tours at the castle are given on a day-to-day basis and are offered in multiple languages for the range of visitors everyday.

The Old Town Squareis full of life, energy and history with popular buildings such as the Old Town Hall Tower and Astronomical Clock, St Nicholas Church and the Church of Our Lady Before Tyn.

After climbing to the top of the Old Town Hall Tower, get lunch at a cafe and wait for the hour on the clock. Every 60 minutes, the animated figures pop out of the clock and provide for an exciting ringing and animated display! Match this with a cold pint of lager and this will surely make your day.

Known as a long boulevard, Wenceslas Squareused to be a horse market in the Middle Ages. Nowadays, it is known for its restaurants, hotels, clubs and shops. Take a visit to Wenceslas Squareto do most of your shopping as it has a large range of shops for everyone in your group. The boulevard is also popular for its nightlife and is a great place to come back to at nightfall.

Nights in Prague are most enjoyed by visiting restaurants and enjoying the traditional Czech food. Ask the locals where the best places to eat in Prague are since they know best! Menus usually offer filling options such as roast pork, savory duck, creamy Sauerkraut, Czech beer and Moravian wine. The food and drink compliment each other nicely and will make you eager to plan your entire trip around the local delicatessens.

Make your Prague hotel a place of relaxation to go back to after doing lots of walking throughout the day. After a weekend of discovering Prague you will be bitten with the travel bug and wanting more!