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🇨🇿 30 things to do in Prague ⬇️ 📍PLACES TO VISIT Prague Castle & The Golden Lane, Vrtba Garden, Strahov Monastery & Library, Waldstein Garden, Vysehrad, Klementinum, Lennon Wall, Dancing House, Astronomical Clock & Tower, Charles Bridge 🍽 RESTAURANTS Restaurace Mincovna, U Sadu, U Marianskeho Obrazu, Restaurant Mlynec, Nase Maso, Cafe Savoy, Lokal 🍺 BARS Anonymous Shrink’s Office, Parlour, The Alchemist Bar, Hemingway Bar, Kellyxír, Dog Bar, Terasa U Prince, The Monkey Bar 🍳 CAFES/BRUNCH Etapa, Botanica Coffee Truck, IF Cafe, Cafefin, La Boheme, Spizirna 1902, Cafe Letka, Marthy’s Kitchen, Grounds S16 ✅ THINGS TO DO Visit Musoleum David Cerny, Climb Old Town Bridge Tower, Watch a show at Prague State Opera, Czech Beer Tasting, Explore Prague’s Natural History Museum Prague, with its fairy tale-like charm, is the perfect destination for a weekend escape. The city’s timeless architecture, cobblestone streets, and rich history make it a true European gem. While it’s enchanting year-round, the best months to visit are from April to June and September to November. During these seasons, you’ll experience mild weather, blooming gardens, and fewer crowds, allowing you to explore the iconic Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and Old Town Square with ease. Of course, a visit to December will be especially magical with Prague’s famous Christmas Markets. I recommend at least 3 days for a first time visit to Prague to allow enough time to visit all the iconic spots. Video edited with my video presets (link in bio) @presetsbykelsey #prague #praguecity #praguetravel #praguetrip #praguecastle #thingstodoinprague #prague🇨🇿 #praguefood #pragueoldtown #visitprague #praguefoodguide #praguefoodie #loveprague #visitczechia #czech #czechrepublic #czechrepublic🇨🇿 #czechia #travelcreator #travelblogger #uktravelblogger #travelguide #traveltips Prague hidden gems | Best food in Prague | Breakfast places in Prague | Prague food | Prague dinner spots | Fun activities to do in Prague | restaurants in Prague | bars in prague | cafes in prague | prague bar | prague cafe | prague restaurant
kelseyinlondonkelseyinlondon
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Golden Lane is a must-visit attraction within the Prague Castle complex, earning it a well-deserved 5/5 rating. This picturesque, narrow street is lined with colorful, miniature houses that were once home to castle servants, goldsmiths, and even the famous writer Franz Kafka. Here you can step inside several of the houses to see how the inhabitants lived centuries ago. The interiors are charmingly decorated with antique furnishings, creating an authentic atmosphere. One highlight is the Herbalist's House which resembles an old-world apothecary with its hanging herbs and collection of curious items used in traditional medicine. Golden Lane also offers opportunities for shopping and exploring exhibitions. Visitors can browse puppet and medieval weapons shops for unique souvenirs. The Alchemist Chamber and Torture Rooms exhibitions provide a glimpse into the castle's history. The picturesque setting of Golden Lane, with its cobblestone street and houses built into the castle walls, is what makes it so enchanting. The peaceful ambiance allows visitors to imagine what life was like in the past. Early morning is the best time to visit, before the crowds arrive. In conclusion, Golden Lane is a charming and memorable highlight of any visit to Prague Castle. Its well-preserved historical character, unique shops, and exhibitions make it a 5/5 attraction that transports visitors back in time.
GSN ReviewsGSN Reviews
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Golden Lane (Czech: Zlatá ulička) is a street situated in Prague Castle, Czech Republic. Originally built in the 16th century to house Rudolf II's castle guards, it takes its name from the goldsmiths that lived there in the 17th century. Golden Lane consists of small houses, painted in bright colours in the 1950s. The street originally had houses on both sides, but one side was demolished in the 19th century. Today, the lane is a part of the small and big castle rings (i.e. a fee must be paid to enter), while there is free entry after the Prague Castle interiors close. Many of the houses are now souvenir shops, and there is a museum of medieval armory within the former 14th-century fortification accessible from Golden Lane. A sister of writer Franz Kafka rented the house number 22 in the summer of 1916; Kafka used this house to write for approximately one year. Jaroslav Seifert, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1984 and who was one of the signatories of Charter 77, lived there in 1929. Golden Lane is connected with Dalibor Tower, which used to be a dungeon. Wikipedia
Daniel NovákDaniel Novák
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A place or alley where there are colorful and old buildings inside Parague castle. It was built in the past as a residence for the soldiers and butlers who guarded Prague Castle, and was given the name 'Golden Lane' when alchemists and goldsmiths lived there in the 16th century. It is fun to look at various works of art in colorful and cute shops reminiscent of European fairytale villages, and there is also an exhibition hall that reproduces life in medieval Prague, such as armor, helmets, and weapons, so you can enjoy a variety of things to see. You can see the 'Kafka Studio', a small house with blue exterior walls that the poet and writer 'Franz Kafka', born in Prague, used as his studio for a year. Most of the small houses are now operated as souvenir shops. OK to visit when you visit Prague castle, but not worth visiting this one only.
Francis C. KFrancis C. K
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The area as a whole is worth visiting, thus, I would encourage everyone to buy the circuit ticket, which grants access to different buildings. There are lots of turists all the time, but even then, it is not as other places which end up being too crowded to even enjoy them. In this case, the area is spacious enough for everyone to enjoy and walk around, same about the buildings. The tickets are 250 CZK, around 10€, but there is a discount for people older than 65, highschool students, and University students. In terms of accessibility, sadly, I did not see many adaptations. There is a ramp to get into the cathedral, but other than that, most buildings have old stairs that might make it difficult for some people to get there. The staff is friendly and kind, always eager to help.
arisumiraiarisumirai
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A small street with houses showing how people lived years ago (seamstress, blacksmith etc). Most houses are now small shops. Above it is a long building with medieval armour and a torture room, it was so crowded we struggled to get out which felt very claustrophobic. I don't think I would have paid separately for this. I asked my partner if we could leave as it was too crowded and they don't restrict the number of people allowed into the armoury room area at any time. People were trying to push in past us to get into the (already full) torture room from a small tight circular staircase and he actually had to ask them to stop quite forcefully so we could get out first as there was no room for them. Would not recommend if you don't like small spaces.
Alison PatrickAlison Patrick
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attractions: Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, St. Vitus Cathedral, Lennon Wall, Old Town Bridge Tower, Waldstein Garden, Church of Our Lady Victorious and The Infant Jesus of Prague, Kampa Park, St. Nicholas Church (Malá Strana), Prague's narrowest alley, restaurants: U Glaubiců, Marina Ristorante, Kozlovna Apropos, Pork's, Lokál U Bílé kuželky, U Parlamentu, Medieval Tavern "U Krále Brabantského", Bagel Lounge Malostranská, Kuchyň, Restaurace U Mlynáře
