Strahov Travel Guide

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Strahov
Strahov
Strahov
Strahov
Strahov

A lively student neighbourhood, this district is home to several key sights including an ornate monastery, an observatory and a huge stadium that hosts pop concerts.

Home to thousands of students from Prague’s Czech Technical University, the Strahov neighbourhood is known for its youthful vibe.

Start your explorations in the hilltop Strahov Monastery. Although this complex was originally constructed back in the 12th century, it has been rebuilt several times since with the most notable overhauls happening in the 17th and 18th century. Among the most impressive parts of the monastery is the library, a vast hall fitted with book-filled walnut shelves, and decorated with gilding and gorgeous frescoes.

Find a quirky Cabinet of Curiosities in the lobby outside the library. This contains a collection, amassed in the 18th century, of unusual objects including a dried-up shark corpse and a narwhal tusk. Don’t leave without seeing the Strahov Evangeliary, a gem-encrusted Latin manuscript of the Book of the Gospels, which dates back to the Middle Ages.

Also within the monastery compound is the Strahov Monastery Brewery, which has been brewing beer since the 13th century. Try some of the many beer varieties brewed here, ranging from amber blends to dark dunkel beers.

Outside of the complex, find the Great Strahov Stadium. This former sporting venue has a capacity to seat around 220,000 people and is now mostly used for hosting concerts, with acts including Pink Floyd and The Rolling Stones having played here. Check ahead to see if any shows are on during your visit.

For an overview of the neighbourhood, venture to the top of the Petřín Lookout Tower. The tower, which stands on top of a hill, is almost 200 feet (60 metres) tall. Climb up the 299 steps and enjoy the views over Prague.

Find Strahov on the west bank of the Vltava River, west of PetřínHill, Prague Castle and Hradčany. Ride the funicular to reach the top of PetřínHill.


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Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague

Michelangelo Grand Hotel Prague

5 out of 5
Vladislavova 1477/20, Praha 1 - Nove Mesto, Prague
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The price is NZ$280 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
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31 Aug - 1 Sept
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5 out of 5
Stepanska 40, Prague
The price is NZ$314 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
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17 Aug - 18 Aug
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ibis Praha Old Town

3 out of 5
Na Porici 5, Prague 1, Prague
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
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Grandior Hotel Prague

Grandior Hotel Prague

5 out of 5
Na Porici 42, Prague
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Grandium Hotel Prague

Grandium Hotel Prague

5 out of 5
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Hotel Essence

Hotel Essence

4 out of 5
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Other neighbourhoods around Strahov

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Prague 5

Noted for its historical sites and breweries, there's plenty to explore in Prague 5. Top attractions like Novy Smichov Shopping Centre and Staropramen Brewery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Arbesovo Náměstí Stop or Anděl (ul. Plzenska) Stop to see more of the city.

Prague 5
Mala Strana featuring a city and landscape views

Mala Strana

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Lesser Town Bridge Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mala Strana. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Malostranské Náměstí Stop or Hellichova Stop.

Mala Strana
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Smichov

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Novy Smichov Shopping Centre to Staropramen Brewery – discover Smichov, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Smichov
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Prague 6

3.5/5(9 area reviews)

Travellers choose Prague 6 for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Dejvicka Station or Vítězné náměstí Stop and check out top sights like Hotel International Prague.

Prague 6
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Stare Mesto

5/5(80 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Old Town Square to Havelska Market – discover Stare Mesto, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Stare Mesto
Josefov showing heritage architecture

Josefov

4/5(11 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Josefov for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Jewish Town Hall and Old Jewish Cemetery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Staromestska Station.

Josefov

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