DK Travel : Prague

At the geographical heart of Europe, Prague’s beautiful cityscape has been carved and sustained by a variety of emperors, artists and religious communities, from the Gothic exuberance of its castle and cathedral, to the dignity of the medieval Jewish Cemetery, and the 19th-century opulence of the “new” town. Under Communist rule, Prague was off the tourist map, but since 1989 the city has seen a surge of visitors eager to take in this spectacular city.

Buffalo Bill’s

More Tex than Mex, Buffalo Bill’s is a friendly saloon featuring good food, country music and accommodating staff. Colouring-book placemats and specials for children.
Bugsy’s

The kind of bar where you’ll find well-heeled septugenarian gents with a girl on either arm. Somewhat circus-like, but the drinks are top notch. Sit at the bar for the best service. The under-dressed have been turned away, so look smart.
Buquoy Palace

This pink stucco palace and the John Lennon Wall are separated by only a few steps, but they are miles apart aesthetically. However, the French Ambassador helped preserve the graffiti opposite his offices in the 1980s.
Café Belaria

This Kampa Island café serves good beer and coffee at a fraction of the price found on the other side of the block.
Cafe Čertovka

The stairway leading to this café’s riverside patio is so narrow it needs its own traffic lights. They say President Václav Havel took Pink Floyd here for beer.
Café de Paris

If you’re not already staying at the Hotel Paříž, you may be tempted to take a room just so you can have your morning coffee in this Jugendstil café. Superior service.
Café Franz Kafka

Dark wooden fixtures and black-tie service give this café a distinguished, Old World atmosphere. Take time out from sightseeing for a good café Vienna and apple strudel.
Café Gallery

In the narrow alleys leading into Golden Lane are a number of pavement cafés offering coffees, sandwiches, wine and spirits. Outdoor seating in good weather.
Café Konvikt

The Communist secret police had their headquarters across the way. Ponder how times change over a pot of tea.
Café Louvre

Franz Kafka, Max Brod and their writer friends used to hold court here. It’s a bright, cheerful place, good for conversation and a bite to eat. At the back is Prague’s classiest pool hall.

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