If your course at Uni organises a society trip of any kind, I absolutely recommend that you go! After missing out last year, I made sure I signed up to this yearâs- a Friday to Tuesday trip to Prague.Â
We were staying in the Old Prague Hostel – a cheap and cheerful place with 24-hour staff. I would definitely check this place out if youâre thinking of visiting this beautiful city. The trip was a bit of a whirlwind, as we tried to pack as much in as we could. Hereâs a summary of the top four things to do if youâre thinking of booking a trip.Â
The Astronomical Clock Tower
This is probably Pragueâs most well-known attraction, and for good reason. Itâs stunning and has such an interesting history behind it. If you canât get access to a guided tour in the city, thereâs plenty of amazing resources online with in-depth info about the clock. It shows the time in bohemian time, astronomical (zodiac time) and linear. Itâs a beautiful spectacle; the sun and sky illuminating the gold and red decoration.
Make sure you visit the top of the tower! It gives the best view of the city and, donât worry, thereâs a lift.Â
There is, of course, the clock show- a somewhat infamous attraction. Itâs deemed âThe Second Most Disappointing Tourist attraction in Europeâ, but this doesnât stop flocks of tourists gathering to watch every hour. The figures on the side of the clock represent sins, and they shake their heads at the crowds below, as the twelve apostles appear through the windows and a cockerel crows to mark the time. Thatâs pretty much all that happens, but it is worth a watch. If not to watch the actual show, but to watch the crowdsâ faces shift into an expression meaning: âis that it?â It is pretty funnyâŠ
Charles Bridge (en route to Prague Castle)
You definitely have to visit the beautiful castle and cathedral, but it is a bit of a walk from the city centre. This isnât a bad thing though, as you get to walk along the Charles Bridge. The bridge is decorated with immaculate religious and historical statues the whole way down. It is very humbling to be constantly surrounded by such awesome artistry. Each one is intricate and different- youâre spoiled for shameless tourist photo opportunities.Â
A Bar Crawl
A classic thing to do in Prague, but it is definitely worth it. Itâs a great opportunity to bond with who youâre staying with, as most hostels organise a bar crawl during your stay. Youâre guided along all the best bars in town, and itâs a safer option than stumbling around without staff. Hopefully youâll end up in Karlovy Lazne. Itâs a five-storey club complete with an ice bar and robotic bar tenders- it definitely makes an interesting end to a very fun night.Â
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The Old Town Square (and itâs baked goodsâŠ)
Pragueâs Old Town Square is beautiful, and youâre surrounded by rich history just by standing there.Â
Thereâs loads I could recommend here, but Iâm going to end by telling you to try a Chimney Cake. Theyâre like a hollow cylinder of donut (but better), where the insides are spread with a filling of your choice. I recommend the white chocolate! At a very, very affordable price they make the perfect meal to end a busy day sight-seeing.Â
This was my first trip to Prague, and I would love to go back. Itâs a city decked with stunning historical architecture; thereâs a fascinating story behind every building and every street. Itâs also a great and affordable party city. Youâll be pleased to hear that the saying, âPragueâs beer is cheaper than the waterâ, is absolutely true, making the nights out fun but does make your hangover less soâŠ