Often in winter tourists look for inexpensive tours to nearby countries, for which it would be possible to go the whole family. Choosing Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic for a winter break, you will find yourself in a winter fairy-tale, because the city of "thousands of spiers" under the snow looks very impressive.
In this article you will find out what you can visit and what there is entertainment in Prague in winter.
Weather in winter in Prague
For Prague is characterized by the sunny frosty weather, the air temperature can range from -10 ° C to 0 ° C. But since the city is located in a hilly area and in the immediate vicinity of the river, it often blows a cold wind and high humidity is noted. Therefore, going to Prague in winter, for the convenience of hiking, it is better to take with them waterproof and inflated warm clothes.
Active holiday in Prague in winter
For lovers of active recreation in the rich historical places of Prague, there will be no problem where to go even in winter, as all the interesting places of the city are open all year round for visiting. It is very interesting to make a hike through the old town, visit the observation deck of Grad and Charles Bridge or climb the hill Petrshin, from which you can enjoy unforgettable views of the snow-covered city and the Vltava River.
Fans of winter sports can visit the ski resorts located near Prague, or go for a ride on city skating rinks.
Passive rest in Prague in winter
Well, what to do in winter in Prague for those who do not like excursions and sports?
There are several options:
- shopping - winter is a period of sales, so going to Příkopé Street or Letnany Shopping Complex, you can spend the whole day choosing your new clothes and your family;
- a visit to the beer halls - men can perfectly spend their time in the breweries and numerous Prague's pubs. Here you can taste the finest beer with different flavors. The most popular beer brewery house, beer Ferdinanta, at Fluke, in Benedikt, etc.
- nightclubs - young people have a great time at one of the many establishments at a concert of stars from different directions of music, coming from all over the world;
- visiting events on the Wenceslas Square - you can see a mini-performance at the Old Town Hall, dance to the music of street musicians, visit the New Year's Fair, taste national dishes and drinks.
Holidays with children in Prague in winter
Very often, on a winter vacation in Prague, they come with children, as there is a lot of entertainment for them:
- Skating rinks are a great place for joint recreation of parents and children. They are located throughout the city: in the Fruit Market, at the Bronzov Stadiums, Nikolayka and Cobra, in the gallery "Harp" and in the city center, next to the theater.
- The zoo is one of the largest and most picturesque zoos in Europe. A distinctive feature of it is giving children the opportunity to move around the park in a wooden wheelbarrow or wheelchair.
- Luna Park - not far from Stromovka city park you can ride a lot of fun attractions for an affordable price.
- Aquapalase "Aquapalase Praha" is a wonderful water complex of attractions, most of which are designed for children.
And also with children you can visit interesting museums of Prague, a children's island, a mirror labyrinth on Petrshin hill, entertainment centers and, of course, singing fountains in the center of Prague.
Having visited Prague once in winter, you will definitely want to come back here.
