A working monastery above the castle whose two dazzling baroque library halls – Theological and Philosophical – are among the most beautiful rooms in Europe. Peek in (viewed from the doorways), then enjoy the city view and monastery beer.
A little Eiffel-Tower lookalike crowning leafy Petrin Hill, reached by a fun funicular. Climb (or lift) to the top for one of the best panoramas over Prague’s spires and the castle.
One of Europe’s best-preserved Jewish quarters – a moving cluster of historic synagogues and the extraordinary layered Old Jewish Cemetery. A combined ticket covers the Jewish Museum sites; visit thoughtfully.
The medieval Astronomical Clock puts on its hourly “Walk of the Apostles” show to a packed square. Skip the crowd below and buy a ticket up the Old Town Hall tower for a superb rooftop panorama.
The largest ancient castle complex in the world, sprawling above the city – cathedral, royal palace, golden lane and gardens. Grounds are free to wander; a circuit ticket gets you inside the historic buildings.
The soaring Gothic cathedral at the heart of Prague Castle, centuries in the making, with luminous stained glass (including a Mucha window) and royal tombs. Climb the Great South Tower for the view.
A warm Middle Eastern restaurant run as an integration project – two-thirds of the team come from refugee or migrant backgrounds, employed with fair pay and real training. Great mezze and a genuinely good story.
A gloriously cosy “grandmas’-living-room” cafe where seniors bake the cakes and serve alongside younger staff – a social enterprise fighting old-age poverty and loneliness. Come for the famous Germ-Buchteln and a slice of Omas Kuchen.
A well-run, sociable hostel chain with bright dorms and privates, an in-house bar and free walking tours – the easy, affordable base for younger travellers and anyone counting euros.
A design-forward hotel by the Prater run as a social enterprise since 2015, employing and training refugees while proving a social business can still delight guests. Eco-conscious, warm and genuinely feel-good – with a restaurant serving local dishes.