The Main Train Station is probably the train station you'll use most for day trips from Prague. If you are arriving to Prague on a train, you'll arrive there and you can also use it for all the major connections within the Czech Republic and internationally (to Slovak Republic, Poland, Germany, Austria and further field). Location Wilsonova 300/8120 00 Vinohrady-Praha 2 You can find the Main Train Station - Hlavni Nadrazi on Wilsonova Street, few minutes walk from the top of Wenceslas ... Read More about Prague Main Train station – Practical guide, facilities & history (2022)
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Train Stations in Prague – Travel tips, tickets & facilities (2022)
There are tree main train station in Prague, but for most national and international journeys you'll probably just need the main train station (Hlavni Nadrazi) in the centre of Prague. Most trains start from the Main Train Station, but depending on where you are staying, you might be able to start your journey from a local train stop near you. buying your train ticket Not, that buying a train ticket is that difficult, but there are a few quirks you might like to be aware before you set ... Read More about Train Stations in Prague – Travel tips, tickets & facilities (2022)
The Estates Theatre in Prague – History, Fun Facts and Mozart
The Estates Theatre is a fairly large building somewhat squeezed in the street behind the Charles University Buildings and the Old Town Square. It's one of the oldest theatres in Europe that is still in use and it's closely linked to Mozart during his many stays in Prague. I used to go there regularly as a student to see the plays, usually buying a standing ticket for 5 CZK when they were available and watching any play that was on that evening! Recently I visited the theatre as a part of ... Read More about The Estates Theatre in Prague – History, Fun Facts and Mozart
Prague districts guide – What to see & do
Whilst most people are aware of the centre of Prague (such as Mala Strana - Lesser Town or Old Town - Stare Mesto) when they are researching their trip to Prague, not all visitor attractions, museums, restaurants or fun places to visit are located in the centre. Prague can also sometimes get very overcrowded (again!), so it's good to go slightly off the beaten path and visit the less touristy places. Prague has grown over the recent years and it now incorporates 22 individual districts. ... Read More about Prague districts guide – What to see & do
Hunger wall at Petrin Hill in Prague – Visitor’s Guide & History (2022)
Hunger wall (Hladova Zed) is part of my favourite walk from Smichov to Kinsky Garden Park, Nebozizek Gardens, Petrin Hill and then all the way to the Strahov monastery and the top of the Prague Castle area. Every time I walk this route I wonder how much (or little) it changed since my grandmother walked the same walk many years ago. I once found a lovely photo of her (taken by my grandfather) where she stands next to the gap in the Hunger wall with a view of Prague Castle behind her. I ... Read More about Hunger wall at Petrin Hill in Prague – Visitor’s Guide & History (2022)
Prague location & travel distance within Czech Republic & Europe
Where is Prague ? Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic. If you look at a map of Europe, Prague is right in the centre, which is why some Czech people find it slightly insulting when visitor say ‘Prague is in Eastern Europe’. The term is more likely to refer to the political division of Europe before 1989, than the geographical location, but I would still say, that Prague is in the heart of Europe, not in the East. Countries bordering Czech Republic Czech Republic shares ... Read More about Prague location & travel distance within Czech Republic & Europe
