Best 7 Cool And Unusual Things To Do In Prague

Prague is one of the most enchanting and aesthetically appealing cities on the European continent. Prague is one of the most beautiful and interesting cities in the world, rich in history and architecture, with great food and beer, and lovely rivers and bridges. However, if you are not satisfied with basic attractions and would like to find out more about what can be considered the most interesting, provocative, and just plain weird in Prague, here is our list of 7 offbeat things to do in the city.

1. Visit the Miniature Museum

Another peculiar and rather unexpected sight for Prague, people will be able to visit the Miniature Museum. This small attraction is situated near the Charles Bridge and it offers visitors a series of incredibly detailed models of Prague and other interesting places in the Czech Republic. Visit the old town square which has fascinating replicas of the actual city of Prague, visit Charles Bridge – a scaled-down version of the actual bridge, National Theatre – another impressive replica, and numerous other attractions that are worth admiring for their craftsmanship. It is so great that the museum provides such an amazing illustration of the magic of Prague at a miniature scale!

2. Explore an Absinthe Bar

Every beer lover knows that Prague is synonymous with beer but why not try a drop of the infamous alcoholic beverage, absinthe? The Czech Republic has a longstanding relationship with the potent liquor known as absinthe, or “the green fairy,” and there are a few establishments here that are bars exclusively for the beverage. Off the beaten path from the typical ‘tourist trap’ type destinations, wonderful bars such as Absintherie and La Bodeguita del Medio offer a seemingly endless supply of absinthes for even the most adventurous palate. By the way, some are enriched with herbs and spices. If you come here, just bear in mind that absinthe is very potent so drink only that much you can handle!

3. Tours the Observation Deck of the TV Tower.

For the more unconventional vantage point of Prague than Old Town Hall or Petřín Observation Tower, head for the lift to the observation deck of the Zizkov’s TV Tower. Its modern futuristic structure with a somewhat surrealistic flair can hardly be considered a fitting design for a postcard yet it provides marvelous panoramic views of the city. It is most beautiful when one sees it in the evening or at night when the lights in the city begin to turn on. The tower also has a rather odd feature at its entrance – 10 crawling babies by David Černý, which admittedly gives the visit an unusual touch.

4. Here is a list of the best local attractions: the Miniatures Museum

Just like in the case of the Toy Museum, visiting the Miniatures Museum located by the river is also obligatory for fans of miniatures and small models. This adorable place offers a wonderfully fascinating exhibit of model houses and rooms in Baroque, Biedermeier, Art Nouveau, and more. Admire the meticulous work through beautifully designed and crafted pieces such as books that can barely fit a fingernail. Children and grownups will particularly appreciate the miniature versions of landmarks and trying to figure out what period they belong to.

5. Experience a haunted Trolley tour of Old Town

Ghost tours are also available in the Old Town and if you want to get to know Prague’s darker side, then you should not miss out on it. Some companies offer late evening tours of various sights and attractions including churches and squares known for their ghost legends. This is the folklore that visitors are going to be presented with: expect spine-chilling stories concerning vengeful spirits, evil alchemists, and tragic lovers as you wander the city’s less illuminated streets. These tours involve stops at the Old New Synagogue in the 14th century and its haunted attic, eerie vaults, and bone-filled ossuaries making it quite a tour of fright for the faint of heart.

6. You Should Take an Intoxicated Drink at an Intoxicated Tavern

Apart from the usual guided tours through the most terrible and spooky parts of Prague, there are also special pub crawls through some of the supposedly haunted pubs. Mystery bars with eerie stories that are located in the atmospheric districts are the U Vystrelenýho oka in Karlin where people have reported seeing apparitions of soldiers who were shot by bullets during Vitkov Hill. U Zlaté Hrušky restaurant located in Old Town is believed to be haunted by a man dressed in black known as ‘The Gentleman’ and U Rotundy, is believed to be haunted by the spirit of a woman dressed in white. Sip on a glass of Becherovka or beer while exploring and maybe even catch a glimpse of a paranormal spirit!

7. Puppetry and Performance Art are the forms of entertainment.

The marionettes as well as the shows in Prague have a very old history and are an essential part of the city’s legacy. If you are seeking more artistic and unconventional night entertainment try to get a closer look at the puppet culture, for example in Divadlo Minor. In addition to rehearsing and performing children’s favorite plays for a young audience, they also intermittently perform eccentric, vanguard puppetry that a grown-up audience will appreciate. Alternatively, there is the National Marionette Theatre which performs an opera, ballet, and drama selection. Thus, it is a new concept for spectators to embrace the theatre, music, and art performances in Prague!

And that’s it – our choice of the most whimsical, groovy, and downright peculiar sights and things to do for everyone who wants to find the lesser-known, the eccentric, and the strictly offbeat Prague. From little museums and galleries to ghost tours and much more, there are several weird and unique features to do in this city apart from regular attractions. So they should not be missed when planning a trip to Prague!

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