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Czech Republic : Prague - April 2010

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Prague ushers in the new season with style – the Golden City looks absolutely stunning when in full bloom. Enjoy the warmer weather while taking in the colourful outdoor Easter markets scattered around the centre until 11 April. Julie O’Shea leads the way

Getting around

Ruzyne International Airport

Bus: The number 119 bus runs between the airport and the Dejvicka metro station (which is on the A line) every 7 to 20 minutes. Tickets cost €1/CZK 28 and are valid for 60 minutes on weekdays and 90 minutes on weekends. They can be used on all buses, trams and metros.
Taxi: A taxi ride to the city centre from the airport will take about 30 minutes and cost approximately €25/ CZK 704, but always negotiate the price before you set off.
Tourist information: 46 Vinohradka, Prague 2 (tel. , www.czechtourism.cz).

STARÉ MESTO

Begin your journey by exploring the capital’s beguiling Old Town. Look out for the small back streets that will take you back in time as you meander in and amongst the historic buildings.

Sleep soundly – A bargain find, the Travellers’ Hostel (33 Dlouhá, tel. , travellers.cz, rooms from €20/ CZK 530) shares its address with one of the city’s hippest dance clubs.

Culture vultures – Choose a pretty hand-painted egg from the annual Easter markets on Old Town Square (and the north end of Wenceslas Square) – booths are open daily until 11 April.

Must eat – Smoke-free and delicious, La Casa Blu (15 Kozi, tel. ) does some of the best chicken nachos in town, along with mango smoothies.

Must drink – Stately U Pinkasu (16 Jungmannovo Námestí) has been drawing a crowd since 1843, when it was the first pub to add Pilsner Urquell to its menu. Enjoy a pint with a pickled sausage.

Dance the night away – At Roxy (33 Dlouhá) they turn the heavy-bass music on at 7pm and keep the party going all night long.

Shop til you drop – From clothing to jewellery and other knickknacks, it’s always fun to browse at the Kotva department store (8 Námestí Republiky).

NOVÉ MESTO

The city centre, or New Town, with its famous commercial and tourist hub of Wenceslas Square, is packed with great places to eat, drink and dance.

Sleep soundly – A Czech original, Miss Sophie’s (3 Melounova, tel. , miss-sophies.com, rooms from €74/CZK 1,890) is walking distance from the centre and offers reasonable rates and friendly, knowledge staff. Dorm rooms are also available.

Must eat – Pulp Fiction fans must try the newly opened Jack Rabbit Slim’s (32 Hybernská, tel. ), which is filled with flashy movie memorabilia and old Cadillacs. Indulge in a Big Kahuna Burger and fries.

Must drink – Popular with the local crowd, U Sudu (10 Vodickova) unfolds into an underground maze of cellars. Enjoy some foosball while sipping a cold beer.

Dance the night away – Get your 1980s and 90s music fix at Lucerna Music Bar (36 Vodickova).

MALÁ STRANA

This breathtaking neighbourhood just below Prague Castle is full of surprises.

Sleep soundly – With Charles Bridge just across the street, Hotel Certovka (2 U Luzického semináre, tel. , certovka.cz, rooms from €124/ CZK 1,650) provides the perfect setting for a romantic weekend getaway. The price includes a buffet breakfast.

Culture vultures – Take in the excellent permanent modern art collection at Museum Kampa (2 U Sovových mlýnu).

Must eat – The cosy St Nicholas Cafe (10 Tržište, tel. ) is not to be missed, and keeps its pizza ovens busy until midnight.

Must drink – Try a ‘Prague Surprise’ – hot milk mixed with eggs and a dash of liqueur – at Kavarna Cas (15 U Luzického semináre).

HOLEŠOVICE

A rising star on the city’s cultural circuit, this area is a hot spot for new museums and nightclubs.

Sleep soundly – Tucked into an historic art nouveau building, Sir Toby’s Hostel Prague (24 Delnicka, tel. , sirtobys.com, rooms from €34/CZK 900, dorms also available) is a great place to meet other young backpackers. Take advantage of the tea on offer in the kitchen, or enjoy a beer in the cellar pub.

Culture vultures – Spend an afternoon in the hip DOX Centre for Contemporary Art (1 Poupetova). An exhibition of works by the late controversial Czech architect Jan Kaplický will be on display until 14 April.

Must eat – Not just famous for its doughy namesake, expat hangout Bohemia Bagel (48 Dukelskych Hrdinu, tel. ) also does one of the best burgers in town, and packs in the crowds on Taco Thursdays.

Dance the night away – One of the city’s newest nightspots, SaSaZu (306 Bubenské Nábreží) pumps up the volume and keeps a nice mix of hip-hop and techno going all night long.

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