How to spend 2 days in Prague, Czech Republic
Although two days in the fairy tale city of Prague might sound like a short period of time, they are enough to experience the city’s charm. Here’s a list of must-visit places to make the most of your short two-day trip.
Prague Castle
The best way to start your tour in wonderful Prague is its charming Castle. It is preferable to take the tram (the basic transportation system within the city) up to the castle, to avoid climbing the steps. Make a stop at Královský letohrádek tram station and take photos of the narrow tree-covered street with the old traditional trams passing through before your entrance into the Royal Garden opposite the station. Wander around the beautiful garden and admire the stunning view of the city. The Castle is located at walking distance from the garden, and it is breathtaking. You can stroll its roads and admire the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, an immense gothic church (you may also enter) and the Zlatá ulička, a narrow street full of traditional colorful houses (the entrance is free from 17:00 pm) while you can enjoy the endless view.
Wallenstein Garden
Walking down from the Castle to the city center, you come across the Wallenstein Garden, a marvelous free-entrance oasis of the city. Its big, beautiful pond full of koi fish swimming, the striking wall that gives the impression of melting, the fountain at its center surrounded by statues and its charming peacocks makes it a must visit during your stay in the city.
Charles Bridge
The oldest stone bridge in Europe, that connects the Castle side with the rest of the city above Vltava River, rich with statues of saints at its both sides is absolutely stunning and definitely deserves your attention. Either you cross it during the day or night, the view of the river and the Castle, combined with the statues along the bridge create a unique atmosphere (a fairy tale during the day and a spooky enchanted bridge during the night). At the edges of the pedestrian bridge stand two also impressive towers: the Lesser Town Bridge Tower (from the Castles side) and the gothic Old Town Bridge Tower (from the Old Town side).
Mala Strana District
It is the area located on the castle’s side when you pass the Lesser Town Bridge. It is full of souvenir shops, tranquil cafes, restaurants and traditional Czech pubs. Have a beer next to the river or/and enjoy the yummiest chimney cakes (with or without ice cream are mouthwatering). Visit the Lennon Wall packed with graffiti related to the Beatles band and wander around the Kampa island and its narrow canals (Čertovka). The Kampa museum of modern art is an interesting stop as the crawling babies’ statues outside of it.
Prague Old Town and Astronomical clock
From the side of the Old Town Bridge Tower, starts the Old Town area which is gorgeous to walk around. Narrow little streets, the smell of yummy chimney cakes, traditional pubs, any kind of restaurants, souvenir shops and old cars form the image of the whole old town neighborhood. Its highlight is the Old Town Square with the famous city’s landmark Prague Astronomical Clock. With a little fee you can go up to the Clock to admire the 360o breathtaking view and every hour you can watch the popular clock’s show.
The Powder Tower
Near the old Town is located another popular city’s landmark the Powder Tower which distinguishes due to its gothic architecture and history. It leads to an amazing building that hosts concerts the Obecní Dům. At walking distance from the concert hall, the Jerusalem Synagogue definitely deserves a visit thanks to its marvelous façade. You may also enter inside with a little fee. Both its exterior and interior won’t disappoint you.
Wenceslas Square and statue of Franz Kafka
The city’s modern part might not have the fairy tale glamor of the old town and Castle; however, it is still charming and seductive. Central Wendeslas Square is surrounded by brand stores for endless shopping, cafes and restaurants while leading up to the city’s impressive History Museum. At 10 minutes’ walk from the square, you may find another famous spot; the head of Franz Kafka; a head statue whose parts spin around for 15 minutes each hour and form the face of Kafka representing his life.
The Dancing House
Another popular landmark of the modern city is the Dancing House which became famous for its peculiar architectural style, that gives the impression of performing dancing moves.
Saunas and Beer Spas
One of the best ways to complete your visit to the Czech’s beautiful capital is to enter a sauna or spa. There two options. For the beer lovers there are many Beer Spas where you can enjoy unlimited (depending on the package) beer while being at spa barrels. The second option (and a more affordable one) is the public saunas, which are my favorites. With an entrance fee of around 15 euros for usually two hours, you may enter and enjoy the different sauna types, sauna music performance and cooling pools while you may also relax at the relaxation areas or bar. I totally recommend Sauna Central – Praha (https://saunacentral.cz/en/)
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