

Where to Eat Near
Vrtbovská zahrada (The Vrtba Garden)
The Malá Strana (Lesser Town) (Malá Strana) neighborhood around Vrtbovská zahrada (The Vrtba Garden) is home to some of Prague's best dining. From traditional local kitchens to cosmopolitan cafes, you'll find 61 restaurants within easy walking distance.
Look for the plain gate on Karmelitská 25. Step inside and the noise of Malá Strana simply stops. You've entered a vertical world carved into the side of Petřín Hill. It is a masterpiece of Baroque trickery. While the French liked their parks flat and endless, the Italians preferred drama and height…
About the Malá Strana Area
Romantic baroque elegance
Malá Strana is Prague’s Baroque masterpiece. You'll find it clinging to the hills below Prague Castle. It survived centuries to remain a tangle of cobblestones and secret gardens. A massive fire in the 16th century cleared the way for rich nobles. They built the pastel palaces you see now. The district sits on the west bank of the Vltava. Charles Bridge links it to the chaotic Old Town. Even with the tourist crowds, Malá Strana stays quiet at night. It sits right under the castle and next to Petřín Hill. Pick this neighborhood if you want old-world romance without the noise. It works for couples and history fans. Walk a block away from the main road. You'll find a different city.
Don't Miss
- •Prague Castle
- •St. Nicholas Church
- •Charles Bridge
- •Kampa Island
Best For
Local Tip
Wear flat shoes. The cobblestones are brutal and the hills are steep.
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