Posts by author Joann Plockova
The Charles Bridge on Kampa Island. Photo:
Prague was made for walking. At this time of year when Indian summer (or “Babi Leto” in Czech) is upon us, it’s the perfect time to take advantage of the city’s walkability. After all, despite enjoying all the sights and experiencing all the “must-do’s” of a foreign city, it’s those special moments you have along » Read more
Bread at a Tesco in Prague. Photo: Avinash
Food is a great way to get to know a culture, and so is shopping for it. Along with purchasing their foodstuffs in supermarkets, Czechs do their food shopping in smaller markets, special stores just for fruits and vegetables, butcher shops, farmers’ markets (during the summer season), organic (or “bio”) shops and a few other » Read more
Decorating with bones at the Sedlec Ossuary. Photo: Milan Boers
One of Prague’s most endearing attributes is that you can hop on a train and find yourself in a completely different environment in a just a short trip. Only kilometers outside the city you can experience the stunning Czech Republic countryside, visit the country’s numerous castles and chateaus or just breathe in the fresh air » Read more
Excellent views at Prague Zoo. Photo: Donald Judge
The prices aren’t what they used to be in Prague, but this city in the Czech Republic still offers a variety of cheapo-friendly activities. Here’s a list of a few of them that are sure to keep you entertained, with a few crowns left over to spare. 1. Prague Zoo – Lions and tigers and » Read more
Cooling off in nature at the Divoká Šárka pool. Photo: Victor O.
Summer is in full swing in Prague. On those days when the city sizzles, it’s great to plunge into one of the city’s public pools. Along with being a pleasant way to keep cool, spending time at Prague’s pools offers the opportunity to see areas of the city that you might not get to otherwise. » Read more
Prague from Vysehrad. Photo: Dustin Drew
In a past post or two I’ve mentioned Prague’s beer gardens. Now that the season is upon us, it’s time to dedicate an entry to a few that offer not just excellent refreshment, but a wonderful view of the city as well. Here are my favorite places in Prague to enjoy a delicious beer while » Read more
Olsany Cemetery. Photo: Aliaksandr Palanetski
When in Prague, if you seek some respite from the hustle and bustle of the city, several cemeteries offer just that, along with history and art lessons to boot. Perhaps not the first place you think of for a quiet break, Prague’s cemeteries truly offer a silent oasis in the city. Full of trees and » Read more
Enjoy the blooms on a walk through the city. Photo: Paulius Malinovskis
Alright, so the spring season doesn’t officially start until March 20, but here in Prague the birds are singing and the temperatures have warmed up enough that I can finally wear a lighter coat. I can’t promise that we’ve seen the last gusts of winter, but for now (and later), here are some great ways » Read more
Hanging out at Prague's Cross-Club. Photo: Pepperlime
This is the last of a three-post installment giving you a deeper look inside three of Prague’s most interesting neighborhoods. The first took us to the slightly edgy Zizkov neighborhood. The second brought us to a quaint area of this city in the Czech Republic called Vinohrady. This final neighborhood post brings us to Prague’s » Read more
Boarding a tram at the Namesti Miru stop. Photo: Dle_Wynpa
This is the second installment of a three-post series dedicated to an in-depth look at three of Prague’s most noteworthy neighborhoods. In the first post we had a look at an edgy, happening area of the city called Zizkov. This second post will take us to the neighborhood of Vinohrady. I like to think of » Read more
The colorful streets of Prague's Zizkov neighborhood. Photo: Tomáš Petr?
Prague is comprised of 22 administrative districts (referred to as Prague 1—or “Praha 1” in Czech, Prague 2, Prague 3 and on and on). However, when Czechs refer to the area or neighborhood they are in, they use the cadastral area name as opposed to a number. To clarify, look at the street signs (red » Read more
Adding to the John Lennon Wall in Prague. Photo: CP Hoffman
This year, December 8 not only marked the 30th anniversary of John Lennon’s death, but also the 30th anniversary of one of Prague’s most unique landmarks: Prague’s John Lennon Wall. Behind the wall Created by Czechs as a kind of shrine to John Lennon in the days just following his death, the wall was marked » Read more
The Gothic Charles Bridge in Prague. Photo: Paula Funnell
Prague offers so many varying styles of architecture that after a visit you can practically go home with a PhD. Within the city center and its immediate surroundings, you’ll find every architectural style from Gothic to Baroque, Cubism to Functionalism, and Art Noveau to the boxy beasts of Communism. And that’s not all of them. » Read more
Fruit sorbet at Svetozor. Photo: Paul and Jill
To experience one of Prague’s sweeter sides, head on in to one of the city’s myriad number of sweet shops. Called cukrárna in Czech, which stems from the word cukr, meaning sugar, these tasty little shops offer cakes, pastries, (what the Czechs call) “mini-desserts” and ice cream. The shops also serve a variety of warm » Read more
Get around Prague by tram. Photo: Fklv
Prague has its share of tours – via shuttle bus, horse-drawn carriage, and antique car – but why would you pay top dollar when you can hop on the tram (streetcar) for just 26 kc? Comprised of 33 lines, Prague’s tram system offers not only a local perspective but some of the city’s most scenic » Read more
The view from Letna. Photo by andurinha
Prague is a magical city. But Prague Castle and the city’s exceptional architecture are only a part of what makes it such a must-visit. One of Prague’s lesser-known wonders is its myriad number of public parks. In warmer months when these green spaces are in full bloom, locals and tourists alike tend to forget that » Read more
Inside the National Gallery. Photo by jaime.silva.
Viewing great art often comes at a price, but in addition to offering an impressive number of museums and galleries, Prague offers plenty of opportunities for museum discounts on its already fair admission prices. These discounts include special reduced-price hours and even free hours. Here are a few museum discounts I’ve come across (or have » Read more
