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Among Prague's oldest neighbourhoods is Malá Strana, sometimes called Lesser Town. Located at the base of Hradčany in the Castle District, it was established in 1257 and is divided from Staré Město by the Charles Bridge. The impressive preservation of Malá Strana's buildings and monuments will amaze visitors.
The central Prague area has seen its fair share of conflicts and rebellions over the years, but its palaces, squares, and churches appear remarkably unchanged from their original state.
In Prague, the Lesser Quarter neighbourhood is situated on the Vltava River's west side, close to the castle and cathedral. Walking to the castle and Old Town (across the Charles Bridge) is easy from here.
A lot of people come here on walking tours of Prague—the trams #22 and #23 stop at different places in Mala Strana. When many people are on vacation in July and August, the city can get crowded with tourists.
Highlights
• Experience the rich art, history, and culture of the Mala Strana Quarter, also called "the Little Quarter."
• Savour the bohemian vibe of this place with the many cute cafes, art galleries, and small shops.
• Fall in love with the Wallenstein Garden for its drip wall, owls, bronze statues, and peacocks that roam freely.
• Enjoy the view of Prague, the Vltava River, and the landscapes as you stand on top of Petrin Lookout Tower.
• Walk through the well-kept and in-tack gardens at the Seminary Garden is a garden and park area on Petrin Hill.
How To Reach
By Car: Taking a taxi or driving yourself is the fastest way to get from Prague Airport to Malá Strana city. It takes 20 minutes and is 14.6 km in distance. The taxi can cost between 490 and 600 Kč.
By Bus: FlixBus runs a bus service from Prague Main Station to Ibis Praha Mala Strana every day. The ride takes 10 minutes and costs 85–120 Kč.
By Tram: You can take tram line 15 to get to Malá Strana from Prague Main Station. This place is about a ten-minute walk from Old Town Square. You can walk there from either the Old Town or the New Town.
Church of St Nicolas
In the Baroque style, this church has a famous green dome and bell towers and has been a part of Prague's skyline for a long time. People in Prague think it's the most beautiful and well-known Baroque church there. A father-son team of Christoph and Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer designed the building and other Prague landmarks. But people thought this was their best work. Legendary artists such as Johann Sebastian Bach and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart performed here.
Furstenberg Garden
Set on the site of what was once a vineyard, the terraced gardens of Furstenberg Palace provide an entirely new experience compared to those of Wallenstein Palace. You happened upon them by chance on your first ascent to Prague Castle. You spotted a cafe's hidden entrance on your way up Stare Zamecke Schody. Guests could enjoy a drink in the sun while taking panoramic views of Prague from this perch atop the terraced garden. It quickly became a popular spot for refreshments.
Petrin Hill
The peaceful and green Petrin Hill is the perfect place to escape the busy city centre. Old trees, cherry orchards, rose gardens, and open spaces make for a great place to walk, relax, and recharge. Petrin Hill has the best view of Prague and the Vltava River. An 1891 lookout tower, based on the Eiffel Tower but smaller, sits atop the hill and gives people who climb it a stunning view of the golden city below.
