Explore Prague's Old Town

Sep 27th, 2011 Joanna Lawton

Prague is a very cultural and historic city, and has become synonymous with both old and new culture in many forms. The city houses original architecture in styles such as Bohemian, Renaissance, and Cubist, and many buildings feature beautiful murals. Prague is also home to lots of art galleries and museums, and there are frequent exhibitions throughout the city. If you are a fan of music or dance there are plenty of theatres and opera houses to keep you entertained, and the city also has a vibrant nightlife for those who like to let their hair down after dark. Prague is a great place to explore the Czech culture and tastes, and there are many great restaurants serving traditional Czech cuisine accompanied by a wide range of local beers.

If you are planning a visit to the city and searching for a central hotel, Prague has a wide variety of places to stay in the heart of the city, from which you will be able to walk to many of the Prague's top attractions. The Old Town area of the city is home to lots of Prague's finest architecture and art, and as the name suggests, is the oldest part of the city. The Old Town was once the capital of the Holy Roman Empire, but was united with other towns to create the city as we know it today. The Old Town Hall is now Prague's headquarters of government. This area has lots of buildings which have been converted into hotels and inns, and can give you the chance to stay in a historic central hotel.

Prague Old Town has a very popular square, and many people like to walk around it or sit at a cafe and admire the famous sculpture of Jan Hus. There are also concerts and live music which sometimes take place in Old Town Square, and these can be a great chance to soak up Prague's local evening atmosphere. When you book a central hotel, Prague has a great range of restaurants, bars and nightlife nearby to enjoy during your stay. If you are staying in a central hotel, Prague has lots of friendly local restaurants for you to dine at, and exploring your surroundings is an essential part of any holiday. Some city centre hotels do not have on site restaurants, which may suit you if you prefer to find your own places to eat and drink. I

f you are staying in the Old Town in a central hotel, Prague has a fantastic Astronomical Clock which is one of the city's top tourist attractions. It is situated on the Southern wall of the city's Old Town Hall, and has three main components; a dial which shows the position of the sun and moon in the sky, another dial which operates as a calendar, and an hourly show of twelve figurines of the Apostles. Staying right in the heart of the city is a great way to see Prague's best sights and attractions, and really soak up the city's atmosphere.

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