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Roxy/NoD
Contact:
- 420 2 2482 6296
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Location:
- Dlouha, 33
- Prague,Bohemia11000
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This venue has become something of a landmark on the club scene, featuring a healthy dose of techno and house on the huge dance floor topped with a balcony. The staff prides itself on offering an experimental space where, in any given week, you might find a handful of the city's top DJs doing a benefit for a drug treatment centre, a screening of Barbarella, a performance by the wacky violinist Iva Bittova, a shadow play for puppets or even a concert by Asian Dub Foundation.
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Cross Club
Contact:
- 420736535053
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Location:
- Plynarni 23
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This "only in Prague" club has been through quite a bit of evolution. First opened as a members-only club because of bureaucratic setbacks, Cross Club then became one of the grungiest, wildest establishments around. Since then, there have been some rumored legal issues and this chameleon of a club has begun to clean up its act, as evidenced by the new upstairs chill-out area (which makes a person wonder- where does the staff live now?) This clean, bright, bamboo area has nothing to do with what lies underneath. In the dark, labyrinthine club below, anything goes. The lights hypnotize as they bubble and change colors, the ashtrays are simply massive bowls attached to the tables, twisted metal moves, spider like, on the walls and ceiling. Cross Club is a home for hippies and hipsters, druggies and drinkers, artists and muses – anyone seeking laid-back, unregulated fun in a land unlike any other.
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Wenceslas Square
Contact:
- +420 (0)2 2171 4444 (Tourist Information Centre)
Location:
- Václavské námestí 68
- Prague,Bohemia11000
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Historically, Wenceslas Square (Vaclavske Namesti) has had many faces. Originally the central horse market in Prague, it later became a hub for political demonstrations (exemplified by the monument to local students who committed suicide in the square in protest of the Soviet invasion of Prague) and local celebrations (such as of major sporting victories). More like a long boulevard than an actual square, the Wenceslas Square of today is lined with restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs, and shops. At the top of the square, you'll find the square's namesake and Czech hero, St. Wenceslas, seated valiantly atop his horse. Behind him lies the National Museum and, just next to that, the Prague State Opera.
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Novomestsky Pivovar
Contact:
- 420 2 2223 2448
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Location:
- Vodièkova 20
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Something of a Prague landmark, the relatively unassuming entrance to the Novomestsky Pivovar (New Town Brewery) hides an extensive, well-decorated labyrinth. Take a seat at one of the long wooden beer hall tables for some hearty Czech fare and tasty pilsners brewed on site. Popular with both locals and tourists, the restaurant's massive pig's knee dish is famous throughout town. Over the last couple of years the staff's reputation for surliness has discouraged many. Make sure you check your bill before settling.
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Josefov
Contact:
- +420 2 2171 4444
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Location:
- Next to Old Town Square
- Prague,Bohemia110 00
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Located between Old Town Square and the Vltava River, the Jewish Quarter (Josefov) is what remains of Prague's Jewish ghetto. In the 13th century, Prague's Jewish community was ordered to all move to this one small area. As time passed, the population grew and this part of Prague became extremely overpopulated. In late 19th century, an intense redevelopment was undergone but that doesn't mean the Jewish people were off the hook. They remained in this ghetto until WWII, when the majority of the Czech Republic's Jewish population either died or was forced out of the country by communist leaders. Today, Josefov is an important cultural area. Within its borders lies the best-preserved group of Jewish historical monuments in Europe. This includes six synagogues, including the Old-New Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue, the Jewish Town Hall, the Old Jewish Cemetery, and museums, such as the comparatively new Robert Guttmann Gallery. Most of these sites are controlled by the Jewish Museum in Prague.
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M1 Lounge
Contact:
- 420227195235
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Location:
- Masná 1
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Local DJs spin at this trendy bar where, on a weekend, finding a seat is nearly impossible. The backlit bar has plenty of options and good-looking bartenders are happy to serve. A central location and some fashionable company make M1 a great place for the party to begin.
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U Sudu
Contact:
- 420222232207
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Location:
- Vodičkova 10
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The rather narrow entrance to this wine-cellar-turned-bar is no indication of the cavernous interior. U Sudu quite literally has many levels. As you work your way down you'll pass through a narrow, dark hallway, find yourself in a level dedicated to foosball tables, and end up in the demurely-lit cellar. Perhaps it's the laid-back atmosphere or maybe it's all the wine but this is one cellar where a couple or a group can definitely get comfortable.
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Shadow Cafe
Contact:
- 420257311562
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Location:
- Újezd 16
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Don't let the name deceive you, Shadow Café has nothing in common with cafes. It is a bar located within a few meters of the tram stop "Ujezd." Three small rooms, all of which have red walls with very cool, very bizarre figures painted on them, make it up. As you enjoy a reasonably priced drink, you can sit on timber-shaped furniture or play a tough game of foosball. Whatever you choose, Shadow Café promises a really good, totally chilled-out night.
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Hany Bany
Contact:
- 420222327602
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Location:
- Veleslavínova 5
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Extremely popular among students, this tiny Old Town pub (near the Staromestka Metro station) is generally pretty crowded, day or night. Reserve a table in advance or try to wedge your way in at the bar until you can snatch one up as it empties. During the day, you'll find local students and ex-pats (and, sometimes, their professors) having a quick lunch or enjoying interesting conversation over a cup of coffee or a pint of beer. In the evening, crowds are a bit more raucous, what with the live music and well-priced cocktails. A visit to Hany Bany is definitely worth enduring the cramped quarters.
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Café Pavlac
Contact:
- 420 222 721 731
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Location:
- Víta Nejedlého 23
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The custom bar is the centerpiece of this bright, modern café just down the street from Palac Akropolis. Pavlac, run by a young Czech photographer, began with a specifically artistic idea: small exhibitions from local artists could be found out back, so you can imagine how local scenesters and artistic ex-pats were drawn to the joint. While there hasn't been much new art up for a while, free wifi and shockingly cheap but thoughtful fare keeps stylish students coming back to spend hours, chatting, working, and even conducting language exchanges. Although the service can be a bit curt, it's efficient and generally servers can conduct business in English, which can prove quite useful. This café is perfect for a filling breakfast, a long lunch, or a cheap and trendy dinner. It's even got a fully stocked bar, making it a good place for a drink on a Friday or Saturday evening before hitting the lively Zizkov bar-scene.
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Dynamo
Contact:
- 420 2 2493 2020 / 420 7 7733 3164
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Location:
- Pštrossova 220/29
- Prague,Hlavní město Praha110 00
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Join the local hip crowdmade up largely of young professionals and clubbersin an ultra modern, lime green setting under neon lights. International dishes mixed with Czech favorites make up the cleverly arranged menu. All the beef and chicken dishes are superb. Vegetarians should test drive the grilled eggplant. A respectable collection of Moravian wines and Czech pils ners are complemented by a large bar chalked full of spirits. Reasonably priced and cool, this place attracts a fun crowd.
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Old Town Square
Contact:
- 420 221 714 444 (Tourist Information Centre)
Location:
- Staroměstské náměstí
- Prague,Bohemia11000
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Since the 10th century, Old Town Square (Staroměstské náměstí) has been the central square in Prague. At its conception, it was the city's main market place. Then, in the 20th century, buildings began to rise around its rim, bringing with them stories of ghosts and intrigue. Now, the square stirs with cafes, souvenir shops, and art galleries. A mixture of Romanesque and Gothic buildings surround the Old Town Square, the most notable being the Old Town City Hall (on whose exterior the Astronomical Clock can be found), the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, St. Nicholas Church, and Kinsky Palace. Old Town Square's centerpiece is a monument to reformer, martyr, and Czech hero, Jan Hus.
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Chapeau Le Club Enfer Rouge
Contact:
- 420 2 232 6242
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Location:
- Jakubska 2
- Prague,Bohemia110 00
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This punch-drunk heavyweight of the nightlife ring is a definite love-it or hate-it place for Praguers. Inside, DJs spin house, funk, and even the occasional rockabilly tunes to an often packed, truly 'United Nations' assortment of tourists and locals, with plenty of the attendant eyeballing and drink-buying that you'd expect at this kind of place. Bordello red walls (appropriate, this) with giant drink-price chalkboards hanging from them dominate the sightline. A pinball machine in the front and table football in the rear contribute to the near-deafening noise. A bust of Marilyn Monroe smiles approvingly at the shenanigans below. They probably sell more absinthe here than anywhere else in the city!
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Cloister Restaurant and Brewery (Klasterni Pivovar)
Contact:
- 420233353155
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Location:
- Strahovské Nádvoří 301
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With a brewery, restaurant, and patio, just choosing where to sit is something to think about at this monastic pub. Right on the grounds of the exquisite and meditative Strahov Monastery, the restaurant offers decent fare at slightly inflated prices. The microbrewery, where you can order off the extensive food menu, serves some excellent beer. The dark is smooth and rich while the amber is simultaneously deep and crisp. There's also a special, of which only a batch or so is brewed, that, more often than not, is also quite tasty. If you love beer and peaceful beauty, the Strahov Monastery and its brewery should definitely be on your itinerary.
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Prague Castle
Contact:
- +420 224 373 368
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Location:
- Jiřská
- Prague,Bohemia119 08
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The Prague Castle (Pražský hrad) is the largest castle complex in the world and one of the most important cultural sites in the Czech Republic. Founded in the 9th century as a wooden fortress, it expanded to include a palace, three churches, and a monastery. Extensive renovations took place in the early 20th century and again after the Velvet Revolution. Over the course of its many face-lifts, the castle has taken on Baroque, Gothic, and Neo-Gothic qualities. The complex includes three courtyards, in which you can find such important sites as St. Vitus Cathedral, Mihulka Powder Tower, and St. George's Basilica, among others. The ceremony of the changing of the guard takes place every hour; at noon, some fanfare accompanies this ceremony. The Prague Castle currently houses the Czech President and is the seat of Czech political power.
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Seifert Hotel
Contact:
- 420 2 22 780 650
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Location:
- Konevova 8
- Zizkov
- Prague,Hla13000
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Seifert Hotel is housed in a typical Prague building, located 1.5 kilometres from Wenceslas Square and the State Opera. Guestrooms have bright modern decor and come equipped with satellite television, direct-dial phones and safes. After breakfast guests can use complimentary Internet to plan a day's sightseeing or keep in touch with friends.
