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One of the best things about visiting the Czech Republic is sampling possibly the best beer in the world. Few people realise that the big American brand Budweiser was born here.

But far from the gassy light ale stuff served up in the distinctive brown bottles worldwide, real Budvar sold in the Czech Republic is of an entirely different class. It’s rich and creamy and best of all, it’s cheap. So if you’re visiting Prague do the taste test, and tell me if this isn’t the best beer you’ve tasted in the world!

In addition, Prague is traditionally one of the cultural centres of Europe, hosting many cultural events. Since the fall of the Iron Curtain, Prague has become one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations.

Prague contains one of the world's most pristine and varied collections of architecture, from Art Nouveau to Baroque, Renaissance, Cubist, Gothic, Neo-Classical and ultra-modern.

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Old Town Market

Staromestské námesti or the Old Town market place is one of the first sights you’ll in Prague. It’s famous for its pretty pastel-coloured baroque houses and beautiful town hall clock. Pull up a chair in any of the cafes here and sink a Budvar or two.

Where?: Staromestské námesti 1, Prague 1

Staronová Synagoga

Staronová Synagoga is one of the oldest Synagogue in Europe and worth a pilgrimage whatever your religion.

Where?: Cervená, Prague 1

Charles Bridge Tower: Mala Strana

The Charles Bridge Tower on the Mala Strana side of the bridge offers an impressive start to sightseeing for those venturing into this area which surrounds the castle.

Dating back to the 16th Century, it had to be rebuilt in 1342 due to severe flooding. Check out the embossed emblems of King Wenceslas IV on the tower walls as well as the fab views from this side of the bridge.

Free guided tours are available here but during summer months book ahead to guarantee a place.

Where?:Charles Bridge. Mala Strana - Prague 1

The Charles Bridge

The Charles Bridge is one of Prague’s most iconic sights and links the old town with the area surrounding Prague Castle. Take a stroll across the 500metre long bridge which crosses the river offering lovely views of both sides of the city.

Also artists and musicians gather here, adding to the ambience. So important is their presence here that an association - Association of Artists of the Bridge has been created.

Where?: Charles Bridge. Mala Strana - Prague 1

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Where to eat

Kavárna Slavia

Kavárna Slavia has a great reputation as a local Czech restaurant which serves up some great lights snacks including roast duck with potato dumplings and sauerkraut, beef goulash, and roast smoked pork with white cabbage and potato pancakes.

Check out the iconic picture of "The Absinth Drinker" by Viktor Oliva hangs in the main room.

Where?: Smetanovo nábr. 1012/2, Staré Mesto, Prague
Tel:(+420) 224 218 493

Café Milena

Café Milena was named after Milena Jesenska, a friend of famous Jewish German author Franz Kafka.

There’s a really chilled atmosphere in this café and is a great spot to read a newspaper or to people watch.

Where?: Staromestské námestí 22 - 110 00, Prague 1
Hours:10am – 8pm

Café Arco

Café Arco is one of the few remaining traditional coffee houses remaining in the city today. It still maintains its old Prague charm from days gone by when it used to supply endless cups of coffee to Jewish writers and elite artists who mulled over great works of art here.

Where?: Dlazdena 6, Prague 1

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Shopping

Boutique Clothes shopping Prague

While Prague is home clothing chains around Europe, there is also some interesting designer shopping to be done here. Head down to Karoliny Svetlé and Bartolomejská streets in New Town and stumble across boutiques including Leeda, Toalette and Alice Abraham

Shopping for Bohemian cut glass

Shopping for Bohemian cut glass in Prague is best done in and around the new town area including Wenceslas Square and also on the pedestrian mall Na Príkope. It makes a great souvenir to take home for friends and family, but just make sure it’s properly packed.

Modernista

Head to Modernista near the Charles Bridge for the Czech take on cubism. The shop is filled with all sorts of goodies for the home. Pick up an alternative Czech souvenir including a cubist ashtray or tie.

Where?: Ovocný trh 19/Celetná 34, Prague

Havelská

The most central market to shop in Prague is on Havelská in Staré Mesto, just minutes away from Václavské námestí. It’s definitely worth coming here to check out the locally made jewellery and trinkets.

Hracky

Families heading to Prague with kids, should side-stop to Hracky for some fine Czech-made traditional wooden toys. Find wonderfully crafted wind-up trains, cars, and animals. What’s more, prices are cheap too.

Where?: Pohorelec 24, Hradcany, Prague

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Nightlife

Barácnická Rychta

The not easily pronounceable Barácnická Rychta is a great traditional Czech bar to pull up a bar stool and enjoy a drink. It also hosts live music at weekends.

Where?: Tržište 23/255, Prague 1
Tel:(+420) 257 532 461

U Staré Pani (The Old Lady’s Place)

U Staré Pani is otherwise known as The Old Lady’s Place, and is the place to head for jazz in Prague.

Where?: Michalská 9, Prague 1
Tel:(+420) 603 551 680

Radost FX

Radost FX is one of Prague’s most famous night spots which plays host to international DJs. There’s also a great veggie restaurant here which opens before the music starts.

Where?: Belehradská 120, Prague 2
Tel: (+420) 603 181 500

Molly Malones

For those in need of a decent pint of Guineess, then head to Molly Malones, in Prague. It’s actually Prague’s oldest Irish bar, and only 10 minutes walk from the centre. Expats head here, but so do the locals keen experience at little bit of Ireland in the Czech Republic.

Where?: U Obecniho dvora 4 Prague 1
Tel:+ (420) 224 818 851

The Lavka Bar & Club

The Lavka Bar & Club is located on the banks of the Vltava River in Prague, close to the Charles Bridge. This lively nightclub is a must for disco divas who love a bit of everything, whether cool tunes from the '60s to whatever is topping the charts in Europe today.

Where?: Old Town, Prague 1
Hours: Thu-Sun: 11pm - 4am

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Events

The Prague Christmas Markets

On the run up to Christmas and New Year, visitors flock to Prague to visit the Prague Christmas Markets held in and around Wenceslas Square and Prague’s Old Town Square.

The snowy scenes offered by the old town provides the perfect festive setting. And even with the icy temperatures, this is a perfect opportunity to splash out on Czech handicrafts and some really alternative Christmas presents.

It’s not just the city centre that features the Christmas markets. Hop on a tram to Námestí Míru as well as the Prague Exhibition grounds, which also host their own Christmas fairs.

Where?:City centre and various venues throughout Prague
When: 28th October – 1st January

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Tourist Information Offices

Get further information from the tourist offices in Prague

Old town Tourist Office
Where?:Old Townhall & Old Town square, Prague 1
Hours:Apr-Oct: Daily 09:00-20:00. Nov-Mar: Daily 09:00-18:00

Main Train Station - Hlavni Nadrazi Tourist Office
Where?:Wilsonova 8, New Town, Prague 2
Hours: Apr-Oct: Mon-Fri 9am - 7pm, Sat-Sun 9am – 4pm.
Nov-Mar: Mon-Fri 9am - 6pm, Sat-Sun 9am – 4pm.

Lesser town bridge tower Tourist Office
Where?: Mala Strana, Prague 1
Hours:Apr-Sep: Daily 10am -6pm. Oct-Mar: Closed.

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