Spring has finally arrived and with it came warm weather, sunny days, and blooming flowers. It’s no wonder then that this is one of the best times to visit Prague. But what are the best things to do in Prague and where should you go to enjoy them? Here is just a small list to help you enjoy Czech Republic’s capital in May 2022.
Concerts
Since the pandemic restrictions eased a lot in the past couple of months, Prague is finally opening its doors to all manners of concerts and plays. 2Cellos will play on May 18th, Scorpions on May 26th, and Imagine Dragons on May 30th. And if you’re a fan of classical music, you’ll be happy to hear that the Boccaccio Ballroom and the Lobkowitz Palace have tons of great symphonic concerts playing anything from Mozart and Bach to Czech greats like Dvorak and Smetana.
Evening cruise on the Vltava River
The Vltava River flows by the historical centre of Prague which creates a perfect opportunity for a wide variety of cruises. Take the 3-hour dinner cruise called Prague by Night where you can enjoy either Czech or international cuisine while you gaze at the beautiful golden lights of the Prague Castle. The cruise is wheelchair accessible and has live music and they even serve a welcome drink.
If the live band caught your eye, then look no further than the Jazz Boat Prague cruise. The tickets cover the live performance as well as a welcome drink and if you want more, there is a bar on the ship that will serve you decent drinks. And if you want something shorter, there is a 50-minute sightseeing cruise where you’ll learn about the city through audio recordings in eight different languages.
Sightseeing in Prague
Seeing the sights in May is a great way to relax in Prague. You can go up to the Prague Castle and see the St. Vitus Cathedral both of which are rich in history and Czech culture. You can then take a stroll through the Mala Strana part of town towards the Petrin Tower or you can go up to the Letna Park and see the historical centre from high above.
You can also head downhill through Mala Strana and across the busy Charles Bridge to see the Astronomical Clock on the Staroměstské Square and continue further to the Powder Tower. All of this is just a few hours of walking with refreshments and restaurants dotting the streets all around you. There’s nothing like seeing the historical centre of Prague with an ice cream cone in your hand or with a small stop for delicious coffee.
Another great building to see is the Dancing House, named after one half of the building leaning in a curve against the other. And once you’re there, you can check out the national theatre and maybe even buy tickets to see a play (though remember, some performances will be in Czech only).
Lastly, while this is not a fun activity at all, it can be a once in a lifetime experience for many: visiting the Terezín concentration camp. While there is no way to write about the horrors of WWII here and do them justice, there is a good reason why people keep returning to these historic sites, even if they are as horrific as this one. Not mentioning it would be missing one of the most important sites near Prague you can visit.
