Where to Eat Near
Grand Hotel International Praha
The Hradčany (Castle District) (Hradčany) neighborhood around Grand Hotel International Praha is home to some of Prague's best dining. From traditional local kitchens to cosmopolitan cafes, you'll find 0 restaurants within easy walking distance.
Step into the Grand Hotel International Praha and you'll leave the medieval cobblestones of the Old Town far behind. This is 1950s monumentalism at its peak. Located in the quiet, upscale district of Dejvice, the towering spire is a cold, hard slice of history. It was built during the Cold War to sh…
About the Hradčany Area
Regal, historic, and panoramic
You'll find Hradčany perched above the city. It's the ancient royal heart of Prague. Founded in the 14th century to serve the massive 9th-century castle, the area feels heavy with history. Walk past grand baroque palaces on quiet cobblestone streets. It’s a living museum. But it also serves as the Czech presidency headquarters. Look down from the hilltop over the west bank of the Vltava. You get a 180-degree sweep of red-tiled roofs and spires. Tourist crowds vanish by evening. This makes it a silent, romantic retreat. Go here if you want boutique hotels and fine dining. Skip it if you need late-night clubs.
Don't Miss
- •Prague Castle Complex and St. Vitus Cathedral
- •Strahov Monastery and Baroque Library
- •Golden Lane's historic miniature houses
- •Loreto Pilgrimage Site and Treasury
Best For
Local Tip
Get there early. Castle gates open at 6:00 am. You'll get the best photos before the crowds arrive for the 9:00 am opening.