Do you want a spring getaway in a European capital full of charm? Let yourself be tempted by this destination with a thousand treasures, where history is everywhere and where prices are very nice.
It is a city in the heart of Europe, a capital whose fate could garnish more than one book with stories. Each year, the paved alleys attract thousands of tourists such as its rich architecture and its diverse and colorful neighborhoods. Good news, spring is coming and it is especially attractive, with pleasant temperatures that can reach 20 degrees in April-May. So it is the ideal moment to walk through animated places, sit in bohemian cafes and discover the hidden gems of this magical city.
Did you guess? It’s Prague! The nickname “The City with 100 Bell Towers”, Prague, Capital of the Czech Republic, invites you to a timeless trip. The famous Charles Bridge stretches majestic over the VLTava and offers breathtaking views of the castle that dominates the city. The Saint-Guy Cathedral also impresses with its size and stained glass. In the historic district, the small, winding streets are full of art stores and art galleries.
But Prague has not been frozen in the past. Behind her beautiful sleep, a definite modern and cosmopolitan city hid. The old industrial zones were gradually transformed into trendy creative poles that attract youth. And that’s not all! Prague is also known as a paradise for beer lovers. Cradle of the Pilsner and the Original Budweiser, the city is full of craft brass and hot ads where you can taste a ‘foam’ at low prices … in moderation of course! Because it is still an important asset of Czech capital: the cost of living much more affordable than in other European metropolises.
We can eat there for a few euros if we make the effort to avoid addresses for addresses tourists. Krčma, in the heart of the old city and the Jewish district, thus serves an unbeatable afternoon men with soup and dish at only 160 Czech crowns (about 6 to 7 euros!). Tlustá Myš in the Malá Strana district, is doing even better with a soup at 2 euros and dishes at 6 euros. For more gastronomy, the Mlynec restaurant at the foot of the famous Charles Bridge will also delight gourmets or those looking for a romantic Supper. The Brunch also recently became an institution in Prague, definitely the ideal city for an exotic weekend at a low price.