Wenceslas Square

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Prague’s long boulevard in the heart of the New Town is the city’s historic focal point and a great place for visitors to shop and eat out.

Stretching as far as 750 metres through the heart of Prague, the long boulevard of Wenceslas Square (Václavské Náměstí) is the focal point of the New Town. Here you can join the locals who flock here to take a walk or eat out. The square is also the beginning of Prague’s main shopping area, as well as a lively local haunt by night.

Wenceslas Square is a comparatively modern area compared to other spots around the city, with 20th century buildings that contrast with the Old Town Square nearby. Along the streets you’ll spot splendid art nouveau buildings, inside which you’ll find Prague’s hottest retail stores.

Visit the National Museum overlooking the square to learn more about the rich Czech history. Spot the great statue of St. Wenceslas, immortalised in the famous Christmas carol and dubbed ‘the Good King’, in front of the museum.

After dark, join the locals in this part of town at the many bars and clubs for a drink and to enjoy the party atmosphere. There are restaurants throughout the area too, though they are typically more expensive than others in the city.

Wenceslas Square is of course not just a leisure destination it is a focal point where hundreds of thousands gather for national festivities and protests alike. Uprisings against the old communist regime here in 1989 led to the downfall of the old empire. Visitors today can see the wooden cross embedded in the cobbles of the street, a monument to Jan Palach who set himself on fire in protest against Soviet rule.

Situated in the New Town, Wenceslas Square is an ideal base for visitors to Prague. Two of the busiest metro stations are located here, ensuring it is well served by public transport.

Reviews of Wenceslas Square

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
6 Jan 2020

Lots of shops. Look out for the pub called Vytopna that serves beer on a train that comes to your table.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
29 Nov 2019

Apart from the museum, just a large shopping area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
11 Sep 2019

Very busy. Really a boulevard with lots of big fashion brands plus, much to my amusement M&S and C&A. I didn't know the latter even existed anymore! Lots of pavement cafes to sit and watch the world go by

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
27 Jul 2019

Certainly a good area to go for those keen on shopping.Unless things have changed this was traditionally the heart of the Prague Red Light area at night but it's fine during the day.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
17 Jul 2019

Get there early - by mid afternoon it is so crowded

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
24 Jun 2019

The view from the steps of the National museum are lovely. Detour down some side streets and you will lose the crowds easily enough. Mainly full of restaurants and shops so if eating or shopping not your thing you could easily avoid.

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