ZUZANA, Reservation Agent

"If you want to experience the Czech culture to the fullest, you need to understand our humour. We, the Czechs, like to make fun of ourselves and we love the irony. What a better example of this, than the fact that one of the „biggest“ authors of the famous plays is a person that has never lived? I am talking about Jara Cimrman-a person created by the great directors, screen writers and producers Josef Smoljak and Zdeněk Svěrák (also known as the screen-writer of Oscar winning film Kolja) . Cimrman is a man, who was present to all the important discoveries in the 19th and 20th century, who were always the first and knew everyhing the best. Besides his other admirable abilities he has also written some plays that are the essence of our humour and make even the foreigners laugh. There is usually one performance played in the English language a month. If you are lucky enough to be in Prague when it is played, you should not miss it - Járy Cimrmana Theatre!"

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KLÁRA, Guest Services Manager

"I love to spend my time in Stromovka park – a great place for running and even a glass of wine or beer. It’s on the way from the city center to zoo (tram no. 17) in Bubeneč district. There is a nice restaurant with seating area and a stage for occasional concerts and shows. For kids there is a lovely children’s playground right next to the cafe serving great stuffed potatoes and fresh-squeezed juices. Not far from the park you can find Prague Exhibition Grounds, Sea World or the Prague Planetarium with one of the largest cupolas in the World."

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LENKA, Residential Manager

"My favorite place in Prague is Gröbovka park, also known as Havlíčkovy sady. This beautiful park is located in Vinohrady district and it is great for a picnic or a walk with unique views of Prague. In a wooden gazebo you can get a glass of Gröbovka wine which comes from the local hillsides. In Pavilon Grébovka restaurant they serve various meals, in spring and summer they even offer specialities grilled outside. Easiest way to get there is to take a tram no. 22 from the city center - it takes just 15 minutes."

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Vrtba Garden is an Italian type Gothic masterpiece situated on a slope of the Petřín Hill. You can enter the garden through the Vrtba Palace in Karmelitská street. The garden is divided vertically into three separate terraces and offers lovely views of Prague Castle. Visitors can admire the statue and sculpture decorations created by famous Matyáš Bernard Braun, born in the 17th century. Treat yourself with a nice stroll and enjoy the beautiful architecture and greenery.

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This garden is a real paradise in the middle of Prague. Situated just few steps from the Wenceslas Square it is a great spot to drink your coffee or eat a small snack. If you travel with kids you can also use a nice little children's playground. You will have a beautiful views of the gothic Church of Our Lady of the Snows built in the 14th century.

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It is a complex of several gorgeous gardens located beneath Prague Castle. The gardens are accessible from the Valdštejnská street and from the Na Valech garden. The last reconstruction in 2012 restored their appearance from 1920's when they were renovated by the famous Slovenian architekt Josip Plečnik for the first Czechoslovak president Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk. You can visit the Paradise Garden, the Garden on the Ramparts or the Hartig Garden - you will love them all!

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Stromovka (formerly known as the Royal Game Reserve)  is not just a Mecca for Prague runners but also a place where you can find your spot and just relax, all day long if you want. It is situated in Bubeneč district and connects Prague's municipal districts 6 and 7. Stromovka is perfect for long walks, picnics or rollerskating and other sports. In spring you can even visit famous St. Matthew's Fair which takes place on the site of the Prague Exhibition Grounds, just next to the Stromovka. We also highly recommend to visit the Prague Planetarium and its attractive shows.

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This impressive park founded in the year 1885 is for its uniqueness a part of UNESCO World Heritage. It is also Czech National Historic Landmark. Průhonice park is located next to Průhonice village, not far from Prague. The park is a combination of ponds, meadows, woody plants, groups of trees and streams. Do not miss the alpine garden, situated close to the castle! We recommend to spend a whole day in a park as it is very large. You can have a meal in a restaurant next to the castle or take a food with you and enjoy your lunch in a peaceful atmosphere.

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If you don't mind to travel a little further from Prague, you shouldn't miss the Big America Quarry, especially if you go to the Karlštejn Castle - you can take a very nice walk from the castle to the quarry which takes about 1 hour. The place is also called the Czech Grand Canyon and although it is not as big as the American Grand Canyon, it is a truly magical place. The quarry is approximately 750 meters long and 70 metres deep.

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7. Petřín Park

A place with beautiful views of the Old Town and Lesser Town. And you don't even have to climb the tower! The park is worth a visit in every season, but especially in spring it is one of the most romantic places in Prague. The Petrin Tower, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, was built 1891 and it is 65 metres tall. You can also visit a mirror maze which is located just next to the tower.

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MARY, Guest Services

"My favourite coffee shop. The name of the coffee shop is Letka. It is at the Letná district. It has a beautiful design and a really tasty coffee. You can sit in the window inside and during the summer spend time behind the table outside in front of Letka."

Address: Letohradská 44, Prague 7
Website: https://www.cafeletka.cz/

KATE, Guest Services

"My favourite coffee place is also in the quarter Holešovice. It is called Vnitroblock. It used to be an old factory, but now it is a place where you can have delicious coffee, homemade lemonades, soup, healthy snacks... There is also a design shop, little cinema and a dancing room. A lot of lectures or charity evenings are held here. It is not recontructed so you can see rough walls or pipes which is unusual and interesting. The atmosphere and people at this place a super nice! It is kind of hipster place."

Address: Tusarova 31, Prague 7
Website: https://www.facebook.com/vnitroblock

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FILIP, Guest Services

This church, located in the Lesser Town close to the Charles Bridge, was originally a Romanesque basilica founded in 1169 by the King Vladislaus I.  The specific name of the church "beneath the chain" comes from the medieval custom of locking the streets around the convention with chains. Interior tours are possible only by appointment but you can just peek inside through the bars almost any time during the day. Services are held on Sundays at 10 am and on Wednesdays at 5.30 pm.

You will need to travel to Vinohrady district to see this church but just by the picture it is obvious that this unique piece of architecture is a must see. It is located in the Jiriho z Podebrad square just next to the Jiriho z Podebrad metro station. This modern monumental building was designed by famous Slovenian architect Josip Plečnik, author of many other structures in Prague. Tours are available mostly before and after a mass (Monday - Saturday 8 am and 6 pm, Sunday 9 am, 11 am, 6 pm).

3. Church of Our Lady before Týn

Probably the most iconic church in Prague and a proud dominant of the Old Town Square since the 16th century. If you go to the Old Town Square you can't miss it as the towers with small spires are 80 metres tall. Even the interior of the church is truly impressive - you can see features from Petr Parler, John of Rokycan or Karel Škréta, including the oldest pipe organ in Prague (built in 1673). You can visit this church from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 5 pm, it is closed on Mondays and Sundays. You can pay voluntary entrace fee 10 CZK.

4. St. Nicholas Church in the Lesser Town

Church of St. Nicholas in the Lesser Town is one of the most important baroque structures in Europe and it is often regarded as the most beautiful building of Czech baroque. Its huge dome and a narrow tower are a prominent part of the panorama of Prague Castle. The church is 79 metres high and it was completed in 1755. Be sure to climb to the belfry for amazing views. The parish church celebrates a weekly mass every Sunday at 8.30 pm. It is open from 9 am to 5 pm in spring and summer and from 9 am to 4 pm in autumn and winter, entrace fee is 70 CZK for adults.

5. St. Nicholas Church in the Old Town

Don't be mistaken because there are two churches of St. Nicholas in Prague. The second one is located right in the Old Town Square. The construction of this Late-Gothic church was finished in 1737. The beautiful interior is open to the public and classical music concerts take place there. You can visit it from Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm and on Sunday from noon to 4 pm.

6. Abbey Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary

This church recognizable by its unique towers is a part of Emmaus Monastery which became a center of culture and art during the reign of Charles IV. A former church was damaged in 1945 by the US bombing, the new roof and towers were designed by Oldřich Štefan. You can notice that an optical illusion makes the south tower look higher although it is not. You can visit the monastery every weekday from 11 am to 2 pm, entrace fee is 50 CZK for adults.

7. St. George's Basilica

When you go to the Prague Castle, be sure to visit the St. George's Basilica, one of the oldest churches in the Czech Republic. It was founded in 920 and rebuilt in 1142. It is a burial place of Premyslids, a Czech royal dynasty which reigned in Bohemia and Moravia until 1306. The church has retained its Romanesque character from the rebuilt after the fire in 1142. The towers are 41 meters high. The church tour is a part of the Prague Castle tour (250 CZK for adults).

8. Church of Sts. Simon and Jude

This church was founded before 1632 as the part of Brothers Hospitallers's hospital (today Na Františku Hospital). As the only church in Prague it is dedicated to the apostles St. Simon and Jude. It is located in the Old Town, not far from the Jewish Quarter, in U Milosrdnych street. If you stay in our Milosrdnych Apartments you will have amazing views of this church from your living room windows. These days it serves as a concert hall for the Prague Symphony Orchestra. You can find the list of concerts and ticket prices here.

The Church of St. Ludmila located in Vinohrady district is a famous dominant feature of the Namesti Miru square. The two towers of this neo-Gothic basilica are 60 meters high and the nave is 50 meters long. The interior is decorated with impressive paintings and ornaments, take a closer look at stained glass windows with figures of saints. Services are held every day at 4.30 pm.

Have you visited any other churches in Prague? Would you like to add your favorite Prague church to our list? We would love to hear from you! Please share your recommendations in the comments section.