Things to see and do Central Bohemia

Originally part of the Benedictine convent of Břevnov, the residence of Hvězda (Šternberský palác) is located very close to the religious building, in the area of the former hunting reserve created in 1534 in the Malejov forest. It can be reached by a long, very long, straight path that pierces the forest. The paths are very popular with the residents of the surrounding neighbourhoods: walking, mushroom picking, running: weekends are very lively! At the end of the 18th century, the forest was transformed into an English-style park. The pavilion itself, in Renaissance style, was built in the years 1555-1556. Transformed into a powder magazine under Joseph II, restored in 1949, it now exhibits the works of the writer Alois Jirasek and the painter Mikolas Aleš. It is a strange building, stocky, white, which evokes a little bit of a flower that blooms. It is embellished with white and red shutters. It also presents a gigantic historical and panoramic reconstruction of the Battle of the White Mountain, which will delight lovers of modern history. It is indeed in the extreme southwest of the reserve that the last phase of this battle took place, in the context of the Thirty Years' War, which opposed the armies of the Czech, Moravian and Silesian states, to that of Ferdinand II. A monument commemorates this event. Next to it (at the terminus of tram 22), the Baroque church of Our Lady Victory was built in the 18th century to celebrate the Habsburg triumph.

It is divided into two sites. The outdoor gardens are laid out on a hill overlooking Troja Castle. You can stroll through a Japanese garden or among Mediterranean plants. The other attraction is the giant greenhouse, Fata Morgana. A long, curved tunnel, where exotic species mingle with waterfalls and colorful flowers. From the Mexican desert to the African or Indonesian jungle, from the cold Tasmanian jungle to the Amazon rainforest.

This former royal hunting reserve has become a huge park organized around a few watering holes and very popular with Pragians on sunny days. Coming from the exhibition park, you quickly come across the Planetarium. It was built after the Second World War and has become one of the largest in the world with its 23 m diameter dome. Very popular with families, it allows you to immerse yourself in the cosmos during breathtaking panoramic projections.

This tall black tower dominates the district dates from the 15th century. It was successively watchtower, then bell tower of the church of Saint-Henri. Today it houses a luxury restaurant and an exhibition on the different towers of Prague. Architectural enthusiasts will be able to browse through the cross-sectional plans and perspective views, while fans of old postcards will take a look at Prague's old face before and during the communist period.

This superb gallery, on the first floor of the cloister, gathers Czech works from different periods: Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, but it is especially for this first part that it is world famous. During his reign, Rudolph II effectively collected most of what is now one of the largest collections of Gothic works in the world. The masterpiece of this sumptuous collection is Strahov's Madonna (14th century).

Memorial (Národní památník na Vítkově) commemorating the Hussite wars, and in particular the Battle of Vikov in 1420. 9 m high equestrian statue of the Hussite war commander Jan Žižka has dominated the site since 1950. Considered the highest equestrian statue in the world, it is visible from almost every other part of the city.

Behind it, a huge granite building, built in 1930, housed the Communist Party mausoleum. Inside were preserved the "sarcophagus" of Clement Gottwald and the tombs of other great names of communism. But all the vaults are empty now. After 1989, the bodies were burned and the funeral urns handed over to the families. The greatest mystery surrounds Gottwald's mystery that the family did not want to accept. It must be said that Gottwald had been exposed, mummified in his stone sarcophagus as it was customary to do in the East (Lenin's mausoleum in Moscow, Dimitroff's in Sofia). To carry out this mummification, and to maintain it, cold rooms were built in the basement of the mausoleum where the thanatopractors worked tirelessly... The Gottwald case was particularly difficult because, because of its alcoholism, mummification turned into a disaster. In desperation, the party called on the Barrandov film studios, which rebuilt Gottwald out of plastic using the mummified remains of his remains, which were cremated in 1962... All this was a bit morbid.

Kostel Nanebevzetí Panny Marie a Karla Velikého is located at the end of the street, where old ramparts are visible and where a panoramic view of the Nusle district and the bridge is offered. Its colour makes it particularly visible. It was founded by Charles IV in 1358 as a tribute to Charlemagne. Its 24 m wide vault is impressive. Next to the church, housed in a former convent, the Police Museum (Muzeum Policie ČR) tells the story of the police, official or secret.

The museum (Muzeum Antonína Dvořáka) dedicated to the famous Czech composer (1841-1904) is housed in Villa America, a baroque residence built in 1720 by Dientzenhofer. The interior is filled with works of art and decorated with frescoes, the garden embellished with sculptures. The museum tells the story of the composer's life and we will find objects that sat on his desk, furniture from his various apartments. The first floor is dedicated to his work, through scores.

This little garden, located just a stone's throw from the Emmaus monastery, offers a short stroll where you can combine business with pleasure. Enthusiasts will not be disappointed by this little green corner, which has been well tended since the ^19th century. You'll see both common and rare species, all of which have been dated. As well as enjoying the calm of the place, you can visit the heated greenhouses where cacti and palms await you. The garden is part of Charles University.

The monastery (klášter Emauzy) was completed in 1372 and was partially destroyed by the 1945 bombings. It was under the communist regime that it was equipped with its two modern arrows. The cloister is rich in superb frescos. The Church of St. John (kostel Svatého Jana Nepomuckého) on the other side of Vyšehradská Street is a pure masterpiece. Due to K. I. Dientzenhofer, it was built between 1729 and 1739, to the glory of Saint John Nepomuk to celebrate his canonization.

The Church of St Ignatius (Kostel svatého Ignáce) is the Jesuit church par excellence. It was built by C. Lurago in 1670 and its interior is dominated by a particularly rich Baroque and Rococo decoration. Destroyed during a bombing of Prague in 1945, it has since been rebuilt in its original style. Diametrically opposite the town hall, the Faust house (Faustův dům), at number 40 of the square, was inhabited by the famous doctor who sold his soul to the devil.

To the east of Josefov, the district around the convent of St. Agnes offers a calm and serene atmosphere and almost village street scenes. We are far from the proud high buildings of the western part of the district. Here, the houses are low and the narrow cobbled streets are sometimes narrow. The cloister is one of the oldest Gothic buildings to have survived previous centuries. It was Anežka Přemyslovna, the sister of King Wenceslas I who became a member of the Order of St Francis of Assisi, who asked for the foundation of this convent of the Poor Clares. Its construction began in 1234, but was not completed until decades later. In 1782, the convent suffered the same fate as many others in Bohemia: it had to close following a decree by Joseph II. The premises of the convents were then converted into warehouses. Since the creation of Czechoslovakia, the convent has housed the collection The Medieval Art of Bohemia and Central Europe (1200-1550). The sobriety of the church and the 14th century Gothic vaults highlight their beauty. It includes works by the master theorist who decorated Karlštejn Castle with his paintings on wood, as well as Slovak, German and Austrian works. Allow at least an hour to fully enjoy not only the collection, but also this architecture that no longer has many competitors in Europe. The concerts are given in the hall next to the church in a purely magnificent Gothic setting.

After a thorough renovation, the museum returned to its collections in 2022, offering a magnificent tour of Bohemia's artistic and craft treasures. Tableware, carpentry and marquetry, jewelry, clocks... A fascinating journey through glass, crystal, porcelain, wood, precious stones and metals, as well as tapestries, lace, clocks and superb furniture from different periods. The quality of the temporary exhibitions is also noteworthy.

This large baroque building designed by the architect Dienzenhofer, author of many works in Prague, is part of the urban reserve, classified as a historical monument, of Kutná Hora by UNESCO. Planned after Kutná Hora's glory days, the construction was interrupted in 1743 due to a lack of money. Inside, a very beautiful spiral staircase decorated with frescos. An interesting exhibition of the collections of the castles of Central Bohemia is offered by the convent.

One of the city's most beautiful houses, from Kutná Hora's glory days in the ^15th century. Its appearance meets the criteria of late-Gothic architecture and owes its nickname to its very mineral appearance. A reconstruction at the end of the ^19th century, however, considerably altered the building's lines. Inside, there's a small exhibition dedicated to silver mining, of which there are many around the town, and to regional craftsmanship.

A fine example of Gothic architecture, this fountain features a twelve-sided reservoir on a pedestal. Note that this is not a well or spring, but a reservoir. Indeed, Kutna Hora's water system was severely disrupted by the digging of the mining tunnels, and the town had no water by the Middle Ages. After construction, drinking water was transported to the town center and stored in the reservoir.

The major attractions of the region lies in the park of Průhonice, attached to the village of the same name. The small village is now joined by the urban tentacles of Prague, but still has a little its village character. It is in any case a great idea of excursion from the capital. The castle was rebuilt many times in the most eclectic styles. It does not visit himself unfortunately. But the adorning one park in very good way. Its towers and turrets of various shapes are reflected in the ponds. These varied colours, its frescoes and sgraffito are remarkable. The park, with English, is beautiful. It houses the Institute of botany of Prague is delivered on these places to research on the plants, but also the birds, insects and other birds that inhabit the park!

Among the most remarkable achievements of this natural reserve, on the UNESCO World Heritage since 2010, we can mention rockery, created artificially and covering 3 hectares where the typical flora in the mountains and forests grows, the rose garden, which has more than 900 varieties of roses, as well as the collection of water lilies, worthy of the most beautiful paintings by Monet. It is therefore an afternoon of relaxation that is offered if you leave the capital to come here. The park is huge and its rhododendrons, azaleas its along all roads allow irresistible especially in early summer. There are various kinds of them so that bloom extends more possible for a long time and that all colours are there. Thus, the greenery of the trees is complemented by the pink, red, purple, white or yellow throughout the shades and all tones. The park was badly damaged by the floods of 2002, but it is again superb today. In summer, the botanical garden of Chotobuzi (Botanická zahrada) is open to the public until 17:00. The castle is only open for events and exhibitions.

The road continues on Dobřejovice, then crosses the highway to Říčany. From there, you go down to the south by the village of Mnichovice, from which the no. 335 road leads to the banks of Sázava.

This building was an integral part of the fortifications, before being rebuilt in the ^15th century and transformed into a late-Gothic residence. It houses the Museum of Mining in the Middle Ages, and offers a walk through one of the galleries, as well as explanations of silver mining and processing techniques. Lamps, helmets and gowns are provided at the entrance, but the visit is a little disappointing for those expecting a real descent to the bottom of a mine.

The Digital Guide is a digital guide combining GPS technology, a map system and a veritable encyclopedia of Prague and Czech culture. Much more than a simple gadget, it offers a new way of discovering the city. Designed by Digital Urban Legends, the system is being used for the first time in Prague, with an interactive map of the city and over 400 pages of comprehensive, detailed information on monuments, a selection of the city's best restaurants and bars, and practical information on everyday life.

This shopping street leads from Wenceslas Square to the Powder Tower. Today, it is an alignment of rather mid- to high-end fashion boutiques. All along the way there are many passages, also dedicated to leisure and consumerism (a large cinema and restaurants in the Slovansky Dům). On the way, if you are not captivated by window shopping, you will appreciate to detail the facades of some notable houses. At number 12, start by pushing the door of the Moser crystal works into the sumptuous interior. Take a look outside at the Baroque palace Silva-Taroucca. Signed K.-I. Dientzenhofer, it offers a very elegant facade that opens onto a passage. Further on, two buildings frame the breakthrough of Nekazanka Street and deserve to be stopped. The one on the right, Na Příkopě 18, has beautiful mosaics. They are by Jan Preisler, one of the very first to have integrated Art Nouveau into his painting. The one on the left, Na Příkopě 20, is designed by the same architect, Osvald Polivka, one of the greatest names of this period. Both buildings were built to accommodate the city's brand new banks, born of the wealth brought by the industrial boom. Many artists of the time, including Aleš and Sucharda, worked on the decoration of the facade. At number 20, the stairs will leave you speechless. Max Švabinský's allegorical paintings decorate the hall, the first floor room is topped by a magnificent glass roof.

Vlašim was born from the union of two villages located on two banks of the Blanice river. The city has a small castle (Zámek) and a romantic garden. It won fame in 1935, when an important company of production of starters (one of the oldest in the world) settled there. To the South of the city the natural reserve of Blaník, perfect for pleasant walks (information at the entrance of the park stretches in the courtyard of the castle. Open weekdays from 8:30 to noon and 12:30 to 16:30, weekend (only in July and August) from 9:00 pm to 16:00 pm.

Park (Vlašimský park) dates back to 1755 and is surprising with its romantic ornaments: Chinese pavilion, ornate and colourful doors…

Museum of the castle (Muzeum Podblanická Vlašim). The castle is built starting from 1303; it changed well and unfortunately does not visit itself. It shelters a regional tiny museum with some historic, archaeological collections...

The gallery of the park (Podblanická gallery presents the work of local artists.

The museum, in three buildings, traces the history of this ancient royal city and its region from its origins: an exhibition takes you back to the prehistoric age, a room houses a reconstruction of a princely Iron Age tomb and a Celtic residence. These archaeological and ethnographic collections are among the most valuable in the country. The visit is well worth it in view of the number and quality of the pieces presented.

The Christmas crib is a tradition firmly established in the Czech Republic. The village of Karlštejn has 50 so-called "royal" nurseries, including the largest lively puppet nursery in the country. This 80 m² crib, called the King's Crib, is composed of scenes of local and national folklore. The setting is the city's castle and the music is by Smetana. A curiosity, the characters around little Jesus are not the ones we are used to seeing... We let you discover!

Charles IV had planted his vineyard here and, until the last century, still subsistaiient many green spaces. Today there are beautiful parks, especially that of Riegrovy Sady, accessible by Copinova Street, where you will have a splendid view over the roofs of Prague. You will find all the "babičky" (grandmothers) and the children of the neighbourhood who are invading the places from the earliest rays of sunshine. The entire street facing the park is lined with beautiful art nouveau or classic houses, all of which are different, not always in very good condition but perfectly authentic. Nearby streets - Mánesova, Polská, Krkonošskv, Italská - offer the same type of architecture and it's a treat for your eyes.

Don't feel like walking? No problem: a tour of Prague in an old Škoda convertible is a safe (but expensive) way to cross the city without getting tired. There are several models to choose from, depending on your taste. Some time ago, this type of tour was quite original. Nowadays, however, there is a large offer and this means of transportation has become almost commonplace. The classic cars are only in name: they are patched up and customized by their drivers.

Every night, enjoy three hours of drinking with beer, vodka and absinthe in an open bar in three bars to finish at the biggest (and worst?) club in Central Europe, Karlovy Lažně, a stone's throw from the Charles Bridge. The principle is simple, we pay before we leave and consume everything we can afterward. A fairly young and quickly drunk public, but the organisers know how to stay within reasonable limits. It is sometimes a good way to meet other travellers. Special formulas for certain dates (Easter, Christmas...). Meeting at 7:30 pm in Celetná Street.

Located on Mariánské Square, this early 20th century building is a fine example of Art Nouveau architecture in Prague. A competition was launched to find the perfect architect for the creation of this new city hall: Osvald Polívka was the lucky one. The main rule to follow is the homogeneity with the neighboring buildings, the Clementinum and the Clam-Gallas Palace. The Secession style is very well respected. Construction began in 1909 and was completed two years later.

Inaugurated in February 2022, the Kunsthalle is housed in a former electricity transformation plant at the foot of the castle. The personal collections of its founders, Petr and Pavlína Pudil, form the basis of a small permanent exhibition, but it is above all for the exciting temporary exhibitions devoted to contemporary artists that the Kunsthalle is worth a visit. The store and bistro are equally recommendable for enthusiasts who wish to linger and enjoy the superb facilities.

You are immersed in a romantic nature with deep forests, valleys and sandstone cliffs. You can choose between easy or difficult marked trails for the more athletic or natural pools. From the heights you can see vineyards, steep cliffs, reed covered marshes and this dark forest in the distance... amazing contrast! You can also visit Kokořín Castle, which stands majestically on top of a hill.

It is not the tourist office, but a tourist information center and travel agent. Very complete site available in French. A good part of the team is indeed French-speaking. The agency offers all types of services to make your stay more pleasant (hotel and show reservations) and some guided tours with a rather basic but well-tried itinerary. Do not hesitate to contact her and take advantage of her fluent French to personalize your requests according to your desires, your budget, your timing..

It is impossible to miss the beautiful entrance to this building from Marianké Square. It is one of the most beautiful creations of the Viennese architect J. B. Fischer von Erlach (1713-1719). Two pairs of atlatls, sculpted by M.-B. Braun in 1714, support the balcony of the second floor. If by chance the door was open, take the grand staircase, considered one of the jewels of Baroque civil architecture in Prague. It will lead you to the capital's archives.

There are several tourist offices in Prague: at the airport, Prague Castle, Petřín Lookout, Na Můstku and Town Hall Square. The latter has recently been renovated. As well as being a beautiful place, it's a very useful place for visitors passing through Prague: agents welcome you every day of the week to guide you and answer your questions. A fine selection of souvenirs and gifts is also on offer.

This is the official City Card of Prague. With its possession, you'll have access to numerous advantages: free access or discounts on visits to the city's main monuments, unlimited free public transport, as well as many great experiences, such as the famous tourist tramway or a cruise on the Vltava. The card is available for purchase via the app of the same name, but also directly on the website or at one of the information points in town (see website). Highly recommended.

It extends La Street. On the left, at No. 3, the Ledebour Palace, built in 1787 by Palliardi, hides a beautiful garden in terraces due to Santini-Aichl.

The city is closely connected with the famous Czech automobile brand. It all began in 1895, when two Czech automotive pioneers, Václav Laurin, a mechanic, and Václav Klement, a bookseller, manufactured the Slavia bicycle. Today, the factory is a large complex with the most modern production halls in the world. In this colossal museum you will discover the history of this company, which will please the nostalgic of the great era! The exhibition presents all or almost all Škoda models, since the creation of the company, in chronological order. In the first part you will discover elegant vans, the first models of Škoda Octavia or the fantastic Škoda Sport Montecarlo of 1936. There are also some trucks and rarer models. As the brand has become more well-known and popular in France in recent years, those of you who own a Škoda will be delighted to visit the second part of the exhibition, which includes all the models on three exhibition floors. The design work was particularly successful and contributes to the presentation of more than 340 exceptional vehicles that have been perfectly preserved and maintained. Finally, one room, which opens with the 1950 Škoda Sport, the first to take part in the Twenty-Four Hours of Le Mans, is dedicated to racing and rally models. Don't leave without asking to see the prototype room, which also contains some wonderful exhibits.

This baroque castle, built between 1745 and 1765, is as well known for its colored walls (ochre, pink) as for its superb park. The latter is composed of a French garden decorated with numerous statues and waterfalls, an English park and an orangery. The building itself is reminiscent of many French or Viennese castles. The baroque rooms are well preserved and often push towards rococo. There is also a very successful hall of mirrors. The castle also houses a museum of historic motorcycles and, for a little folly, a hotel!

The church sits atop a wooded hill. This elegant ensemble is a jewel of Baroque architecture. Designed by Carlo Lurago, it was built in the ^17th century by the Jesuits. Its white and pink walls, bronze domes and red-tiled roofs dominate the city and are its true symbol. The name "Montagne Sainte" comes from a wooden statue of the Virgin Mary housed here. Montagne Sainte remains an important place of worship (at Easter and on August 15).

This fairy-tale castle, located about thirty kilometers from Karlštejn (between Beroun and Rakovník), is situated in the Křivoklát forest, which it dominates from its spur. It was founded in 1230 on the site of a fort mentioned in texts from 1110. This makes it one of the oldest castles in the country. It was damaged in 1422 and rebuilt between 1493 and 1522. It quickly became an important administrative center, then a royal castle and summer residence of the sovereigns Charles IV and his son Wenceslas IV. Abandoned at the end of the Middle Ages, it was used for a time as a prison (16th century). It underwent many fires (1597, 1643, 1826) which required several successive renovations (1882, 1938), the last one, important, in 1945. During its history, it passed through the hands of several families: Schwarzenberg, Valdštejn, Fürstenberk (their portraits are visible in all the rooms of the castle). It has remained very authentic. Worth seeing: medieval paintings, weapons, a collection of sledges and, among other things, a library with over 50,000 books. The Gothic interior of the chapel is exceptional, as is the 25-meter long Gothic great hall. The castle was also one of the filming locations for the series The Borgias. The fact that it is located in a protected natural area adds greatly to its charm: it sits surrounded by green forests, without a single building to spoil the view.

This square yet "light" castle was built by Florian Gryspek of Griesbach between 1553 and 1558. It is one of the first Renaissance buildings in the country. During the Thirty Years' War, it was occupied and the interior was modified, but the Renaissance style remained. Since then, it has never been transformed and is therefore offered to us almost intact. The Arcades room, the dining room and its glassware or the Knights' room with its 16th century sandstone fireplace and its decorated ceiling are particularly appreciated. In the 1990s, Nelahozeves was returned to the Lobkowicz family of Roudnice (owner since 1623), who exhibited a large number of paintings from their personal collection. The place became one of the most important private museums in Europe. Thousands of works from the Renaissance to the 1930s were collected by this family and are partly on display to the public.

We will see the famous painting by Bruegel, The Harvest. But also Veronese, Rubens, Velazquez, Bellotto, to name a few. The collection of 17th century Spanish portraits is the most important outside Spain. Also on display are sacred objects (including a 16th-century altarpiece), ceramics, manuscripts, furniture, weapons and photographs. In the music room, old instruments, original scores, Beethoven's manuscripts and other evidence of this family's interest in composers are on display.

Fifteen kilometers from Mělník, the castle points its round tower above the forest. This medieval fort is said to have been founded by the knight Okoř of Dubá. Its existence is attested by a text from 1427, but the construction predates this date. Today it dominates the nature reserve that bears its name. It is a real little castle of children's tales with its crenellated walls surrounding a small courtyard where the chapel, the palace and a very photogenic pointed tower are squeezed.

You won't miss this neo-gothic style church, all in brick, which dominates the Place de la Paix with its twin 60 m high bell towers. It was built at the end of the 19th century, between 1888 and 1892 by the architect Josef Mocker, as the number of inhabitants in Vinohrady was increasing. Emperor Franz Joseph visited the building shortly after its inauguration. The interior is well worth a visit, if only to admire the beautiful stained glass windows.

The Lobkowicz Palace houses the National Museum's historical exhibition. It is located in the grounds of Prague Castle, in an alleyway that connects the third courtyard of the castle with Golden Lane. It's a large palace built in Renaissance style in the second half of the ^16th century and remodeled in Baroque style by Carlo Lurago a century later. Today, you can learn about Czech history here, as the palace houses the largest exhibition of its kind.

Prague on Segway offers nine tours to discover Prague, including morning tours. A third tour takes you through the city center's highlights, while the fourth connects Strahov to Letná, offering a bird's eye view of Prague's rooftops along the way. A "Fun and Beer" tour is also available. E-scooter tours are now available, including a 180-minute tour that takes you to the sights of Prague. A more comprehensive 240-minute, 20 km Grand City Tour is also available.

Gallery La Femme exhibits works of contemporary Czech artists, all of them related to women, femininity or the female condition. Paintings, engravings, sculptures: women as an eternal inspiration for artists is its main subject - you can discover women in infinite variations, of different sizes and colors. The gallery owner, with 40 years of experience in the art business, will share his knowledge with you. He emphasizes the quality and diversity of the works exhibited.

The only museum in the country dedicated to the Trabant, the small car produced in Germany between 1957 and 1991 and a true icon of communist Germany. It's a veritable kingdom: the museum houses more than 4,800 exhibits, 386 Trabant models and more than 150 other cars! More generally, the museum offers a glimpse of everyday life in the former GDR, with many objects from the era. Children are also catered for, with a race track, a model train and a working simulator. An informative and highly entertaining visit.

Czech cartoonist and director Karl Zeman is an icon of animation in his country and around the world. He has left behind a monumental body of work, as well as a rich and fantastic universe. This interactive museum in the centre of Mala Strana is dedicated to the protection and presentation of his work. The visit is very playful: through many rooms, you can experiment several of his inventions and techniques, discover the richness of his work and have a lot of fun. It is an excellent visit, especially with children.

The monumental Wallenstein Palace, built between 1623 and 1629, dominates the right part of the square and Valdštejnská Street. You can see his portrait inside, in the knights' room. Italian artists were mainly involved in the construction of the palace. It is a late Renaissance building where the first manifestations of the Baroque period can be felt, particularly in the sala terrena of the garden. The palace houses the Senate and is not open to the public.

The convent (břevnovský klášter), in its present form, dates from 1709-1720, the work of Christophe Dientzenhofer. The adjoining cloister houses a room named Maria Theresa, whose ceiling is decorated with a famous fresco by the Bavarian painter Cosma Damien Asam and represents the Miracle of Blessed Vintir, a Benedictine pilgrim. It is one of the best preserved frescoes of the Prague Baroque. The basement of the Sainte-Marguerite church has preserved the original Romanesque crypt.

In this museum of public transport, you can contemplate old streetcars, all of which once ran in the Czech capital. Over one hundred and thirty years of public transport history are recounted here with the help of photos, objects and numerous vehicles. Interesting photographs also give an idea of the changes that have taken place in Prague's urban planning. A small, unadorned but effective museum for enthusiasts of locomotion.

This church (Kostel Panny Marie pod řetězem) was the oldest in Malá Strana. A Romanesque basilica, of which there are still some elements, already existed in the 12th century. The square towers, so clearly recognizable from above, were completed in the 14th century. The complex was "baroqueized" in the 17th century. On the main altar is one of the best paintings by the Czech painter Karel Škréta, which dates back to the 17th century. A Latin Mass is celebrated every Sunday at 11am.