Malostranske namesti
Malostranske namesti
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Neighbourhood: Malá Strana (Little Quarter)
Malá Strana is one of the oldest and the most beautiful neighbourhoods in the city. Nestled underneath Prague Castle it was once a part of the Kings route taken by future kings on their way to coronation - originating in the Old Town, crossing Charles Bridge and leading to Saint Vitus Cathedral. Cobblestone streets are lined with picturesque medieval houses, remarkable palaces, churches, kitsch shops and restaurants. Do not hesitate to turn a corner into any narrow street. You will suddenly find yourself in a calm and charming neighbourhood full of hidden gardens, parks with peacocks, fruit trees and ponds. As the neighbourhood is a home to Czech Parliament and many ministries, you can also run into well-dressed officials. If you are thirsty or hungry, it is the right place to be. Restaurants offer delicious traditional food and of course, the best Czech beers.
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- Lesser • 7 min walk
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FLnurseER
Boca Raton, FL5,621 contributions
June 2022 • Friends
While on our way down from the Castle to Kampa, we happened onto a busy little market in this square. Upon closer inspection we found many food stalls with Czech, German, Thai, Mexican and South American cuisine as well as stalls selling Swiss cheese, Moravian wines, Coffees and Deserts at very reasonable prices. Since it wasn’t crowded, we found seats at the tables easily and enjoyed our Slovakian lokse, one savory with shredded pork and mustard, the other sweet with plum jam and hazelnuts, accompanied by delicious Moravian chardonnay. The surroundings were spectacular, all the sellers were very pleasant, funny, giving away samples we loved the atmosphere!
Written 5 July 2022
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Wenovo
Morris County, NJ2,030 contributions
Sept 2017 • Couples
Relatively small square with beautiful architecture, centuries old palaces, beautiful Baroque church, restaurants, pubs, ice cream shop, even Starbucks .
Last but not least the tram 22 stops here ...
I love spending time here and always return ...
Last but not least the tram 22 stops here ...
I love spending time here and always return ...
Written 21 October 2017
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Wenovo
Morris County, NJ2,030 contributions
July 2016 • Couples
Malostranske namesti is a small square with couple of restaurants, the St. Nicholas Church, the imposing Liechtenstein Palace. All have been there for ages.
The Starbucks is a new addition.
The parking lot in the middle is now empty. I think that's a good change. The square looks much better without the parking lot in the middle.
With the recent tourist boom Malostranske namesti gained in popularity because tram 22 stops there. Tram 22 became well-known. It makes the trip to the Castle a breeze. Take it and avoid climbing the hill and if you are in the hurry, you will save time too.
The newly restored restaurant U Mecenase has seating outside across the street from the St. Nicholas Church.
Plenty of other places to have a cold beer. Or ice -cream. Lunch or dinner.
It is a nice way to enjoy Malostranske namesti, just like the locals do.
We like to spend time, wandering around Malostranske namesti.
We enjoy staying in the hotels nearby.
The Starbucks is a new addition.
The parking lot in the middle is now empty. I think that's a good change. The square looks much better without the parking lot in the middle.
With the recent tourist boom Malostranske namesti gained in popularity because tram 22 stops there. Tram 22 became well-known. It makes the trip to the Castle a breeze. Take it and avoid climbing the hill and if you are in the hurry, you will save time too.
The newly restored restaurant U Mecenase has seating outside across the street from the St. Nicholas Church.
Plenty of other places to have a cold beer. Or ice -cream. Lunch or dinner.
It is a nice way to enjoy Malostranske namesti, just like the locals do.
We like to spend time, wandering around Malostranske namesti.
We enjoy staying in the hotels nearby.
Written 18 August 2016
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TAIN2013
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia2,859 contributions
Nov 2016 • Solo
This is the main square of the Mala Strana district and is a short walk from the Charles bridge and the Prague Castle. It is home to many beautiful and important buildings like the House of Commons and St. Nicholas church.
The area between Charles bridge and the square is home to many restaurants, bars, souvenir shops and other tourist oriented shops.
Definitely worth a visit as part of a tour of Mala Strana and the Castle district.
The area between Charles bridge and the square is home to many restaurants, bars, souvenir shops and other tourist oriented shops.
Definitely worth a visit as part of a tour of Mala Strana and the Castle district.
Written 7 October 2017
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Elena O
Kyiv, Ukraine784 contributions
Sept 2017 • Solo
Why “doubled”? Because this square has two parts: upper and lower. Both are having samples of beautiful houses of barocco and renaissance stules. These are Kostel Sv. Mikulasha ( Kostel svatého Mikuláše), Sternberg palace (Šternberský Palác), Liechtenstein palace (Lichtenštejnský palác), Palác Smiřických, Kaiserštejnský palác, Sgraffito house, etc. There are lots of cafes and restaurants as well as souvenir shops around this square.
Written 21 September 2017
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Bozeman-Dublin
Trim, Ireland11,249 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
This was my absolutel favourite of the many wonderful squares in this enchanting city.
It is lined with magnificent buildings, ornate and colourful. It's a majestic setting and has lots of good bars and cafes from which to enjoy the view.
I cannot recommend it highly enough and it's one of those places that words just won't do justice to. You really have to go and see it for yourself.
Close to the metro, easy walk to the castle and Charles Bridge. Malostranska and the nearby Main Square are as fine an example of ornate streetscape as you ever will see.
It is lined with magnificent buildings, ornate and colourful. It's a majestic setting and has lots of good bars and cafes from which to enjoy the view.
I cannot recommend it highly enough and it's one of those places that words just won't do justice to. You really have to go and see it for yourself.
Close to the metro, easy walk to the castle and Charles Bridge. Malostranska and the nearby Main Square are as fine an example of ornate streetscape as you ever will see.
Written 23 December 2017
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Wenovo
Morris County, NJ2,030 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
This square is a small charming place with beautiful buildings that surround it. The trams stop in the middle off it and you can ride one to take you all the way to the Castle without having to climb the steep Nerudova street hill. (you can walk down the street on your way back.) Small store around the corner from Starbucks sells the transport tickets.
There are several restaurants right on the square or very close by - and Starbucks is there too for the devoted fans of their coffee. Pivnice u Schnellu is on the corner. (good beer).
Malostranak as we used to call it for short was always a good meeting place, sitting outside the restaurant , sipping a beverage and people watching.
There are several restaurants right on the square or very close by - and Starbucks is there too for the devoted fans of their coffee. Pivnice u Schnellu is on the corner. (good beer).
Malostranak as we used to call it for short was always a good meeting place, sitting outside the restaurant , sipping a beverage and people watching.
Written 6 March 2015
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Chris F
Ipswich, Australia3,800 contributions
Dec 2016 • Couples
This is basically a space in front of St Nicholas Cathedral and can be found either on the way down from the castle via Zamecke Schody or up a little way from the Charles Bridge. It is a small square that is surrounded by old buildings and has quite a few cars parked in it.
Written 28 January 2017
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jackiepaddy
Webster, NY2,077 contributions
Dec 2017 • Couples
Stayed in this area at Dum U Velke Boty for our first visit to Prague. What a wonderful square and neighborhood. Just a beautiful area to walk - many quaint, lovely shops on side streets and in the main square. Many restaurants. Visited in December and loved the outdoor seating areas for lunch, dinner or drinks. Walked all hours of the day and evening and felt very safe. Visible law enforcement due to the embassies in the area.
Written 30 January 2018
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK829,679 contributions
July 2017 • Friends
Malostranske Namesti is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best areas of Prague to visit on any trip to this most gorgeous of cities.
This square has some amazing architecture such as St Nicholas Cathedral,The Czech House Of Commons,Town Hall and leads you in a round about way up to the wonderful castle district.
It's in an area teeming with pubs ,bars and restaurants and is an extremely popular tourist destination.
I always look forward to visiting this part of town and as we always stay in The Hotel Atos we are only a couple of tram stops from Malostranske Namesti.
Very easy to get to by jumping tram number 12.20.22.57 to stop Malostranske Namesti .
Well worth checking out.
This square has some amazing architecture such as St Nicholas Cathedral,The Czech House Of Commons,Town Hall and leads you in a round about way up to the wonderful castle district.
It's in an area teeming with pubs ,bars and restaurants and is an extremely popular tourist destination.
I always look forward to visiting this part of town and as we always stay in The Hotel Atos we are only a couple of tram stops from Malostranske Namesti.
Very easy to get to by jumping tram number 12.20.22.57 to stop Malostranske Namesti .
Well worth checking out.
Written 15 July 2017
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