If you are planning a trip to Prague, there is much to know that is not included in Prague Guide books that were published even a couple of years ago. Prague has some spectacular attractions that were not born until recently or were recently renovated and totally renewed; such places are referred to in the Prague Guide below. Prague is one of the most beautiful travel destinations around. Not surprisingly, a nice hotel with a nice view may be pricey to book. Prague vacation rentals are probably a more economical way to stay in Prague without sacrificing superb views and quality. Below is a mini Prague Guide featuring the new places not listed in your Prague Guide book.
Hotels
Sheraton Prague Charles Square
One of the newest glitzy hotels located on Zitna 8.
Hotel Yasmin
A bit less expensive than the Sheraton Prague Charles Square but still very chic; located at Politickych veznu 12
Attractions
St. Vitus Cathedral
Its towering stained-glass windows attract hordes of people. Get a close-up look at the original windows and the people who made them at Old Town’s Umelecke Sklenarstvi Jiricka-Coufal.
The Dancing House
This curvy riverfront building is one of the city’s most renowned sites. It was designed by Frank Gehry and Vlado Milunic. On the top floor of the building, the restaurant Celeste opened up. From here, you get stunning views of the river and the Prague Castle.
Futurista
A unique souvenir shop located at Soukenicka 8. Futurista sells edgier works of local designers.
Artel Design Shop
This is the place to go for Bohemian glass. It is located at Celetna 29. Its Bohemian glass is a more updated version made with modern shapes and colors.
Dox Center for Contemporary Art
At 30,000 square feet, the Dox Center for Contemporary Art is one of the biggest museums in Prague. It is located at Osadni 34.
Hunt Kastner Artworks
A smaller and more intimate museum that consists of just one room. It is located at Kamenicka 22.
Eat & Drink
Restaurant Celeste
Located atop The Dancing House (see above).
Cloud 9
A sky-high lounge located in the Hilton Prague (not the same as the Hilton Prague Old Town). The long bar has more intimate little corners where you can disappear among the fabulous views of the Vltava River.
Jan Paukert
A 93-year old deli that claims to have invented the chlebicek or “little bread.” It is located at Narodni trida 17.
Mysak Pastry Shop
A pastry shop that opened in 1911 and then re-opened after a total face-lift last year. It is located just a couple of blocks away from Jan Paukert at Vodickova 31.
Erhartova Cukrarna
A 1937 confectionery that was renovated in 2007. It is located at Milady Horakove 56.
Zly Casy
A pub that is located at Cestmirova 5 in Namesti bratri Synku that offers a rotating selection of microbrews and some entrees.
Pivovar Basta
This is home of one of the richest amber lagers and seasonal specials. It is located at Taborska 49.
Prvni Pivni Tramway
This is a tram-themed pub in Sporilov that serves 3 main beers and 1 rotating microbrew.
Bohemia Bagel branch
A great place for brunch located at Dukelskych hrdinu 48
