Discover Malá Strana’s 29 best spots for your trip in Prague

Petřín Gardens

★ 4.6 · 24,698 reviews

Wander through Petřín Gardens, the sprawling green hillside rising above Malá Strana. Stroll past rose gardens and fruit trees, ride the funicular or climb the tower, and take in sweeping views of Prague.

Malá Strana

Lose yourself in cobbled lanes, baroque palaces and hidden gardens below the castle. A first-visit essential and one of the most beautiful quarters of Prague.

Kampa Park Restaurant

★ 4.5 · 2,675 reviews

Dine at Kampa Park, the Malá Strana restaurant that looks straight across the Vltava to Charles Bridge. Linger over French-style courses on a riverside terrace or in the winter garden.

Waldstein Garden

★ 4.8 · 15,573 reviews

Wander into the Waldstein Garden, the formal baroque grounds of the Senate palace in Malá Strana. Follow green alleys past statues and fountains, circle the pond, and look out for the resident peacocks.

U Glaubiců

★ 4.6 · 21,563 reviews

Discover U Glaubiců, the vaulted Malá Strana pub where hearty Czech cooking meets a lively crowd. Tuck into schnitzel, roast meat and creamy mash beneath the old brick arches.

St. Nicholas Church (Malá Strana)

★ 4.7 · 8,430 reviews

Explore St Nicholas Church, the Baroque landmark of Malá Strana. Look up at the vast dome, the frescoes and the chandeliers, then relax in the square outside.

Lennon Wall

★ 4.1 · 47,059 reviews

Stop at the Lennon Wall, Prague's ever-changing canvas of peace and protest. Read the layered graffiti and slogans, and take your photo in front of the Lennon portrait.

Franz Kafka Museum

★ 4.1 · 7,779 reviews

Enter the Franz Kafka Museum in Malá Strana and let its shadowy atmosphere set the tone. Move through letters, diaries, photographs and 3-D installations that echo the writer's unsettling world.

Restaurace U Malířů1543

★ 4.7 · 301 reviews

Step into Restaurace U Malířů1543, one of Prague's oldest restaurants, in Malá Strana. Linger over flambéed chateaubriand and well-matched wine in a room that has kept its historic character.

The Vrtba Garden

★ 4.7 · 4,388 reviews

Slip through a plain passage into the Vrtba Garden, a Baroque terraced gem tucked away in Malá Strana. Climb its tiers past sculptures and the pool to a quiet viewpoint over the rooftops.

Gardens below Prague Castle

★ 4.7 · 1,096 reviews

Climb through quiet terraces below the castle for sweeping views over the red rooftops of Prague. A peaceful alternative to the crowded castle grounds.

Petrin Tower

★ 4.5 · 36,883 reviews

Head up Petřín Hill to the cast-iron tower that looks over all of Prague. Climb the steps or ride the elevator to the platform, then take in the panorama of the city and river.

Coda Restaurant

★ 4.6 · 580 reviews

Settle into Coda, the Malá Strana restaurant that offers calm after a busy morning at the castle. Choose a terrace table and work through precise dishes, from classic kulajda to grilled scallops.

Karel Zeman Museum

★ 4.5 · 2,286 reviews

Visit the Karel Zeman Museum in Malá Strana and see how classic movie magic was made. Try the hands-on stations that reveal the special effects behind his films.

Shakespeare a Synové s.r.o.

★ 4.7 · 1,001 reviews

Duck into Shakespeare a Synové, a charming Malá Strana bookshop packed with foreign-language titles. Browse shelves of new and used books in English and French, and leave with a read that suits your trip.

Vojanovy sady

★ 4.7 · 3,564 reviews

Step into Vojanovy sady, a calm walled garden in the heart of Malá Strana. Stroll past flower beds and fruit trees, then take a bench near the peacocks strutting freely across the lawn.

Artisème

★ 4.7 · 175 reviews

Step into Artisème, a charming Malá Strana shop devoted to local makers. Browse designer glass, handmade gifts and Lennon Wall-inspired souvenirs, then pause in the leafy garden out front.

Waldstein Palace (Wallenstein Palace)

★ 4.6 · 2,401 reviews

Step inside Waldstein Palace, the Baroque seat of the Czech Senate tucked into Malá Strana. Admire the vast ornate interiors on a Saturday, then wander the geometric gardens for a quiet half hour.

Memorial to the Victims of Communism

★ 4.5 · 2,988 reviews

Pause at the Memorial to the Victims of Communism, a quiet and powerful stop in Malá Strana. Walk along the steps beside seven bronze figures that grow more fragmented as they climb, then continue on into Petřín Gardens.

Lesser Town Bridge Tower

★ 4.7 · 1,652 reviews

Climb the Lesser Town Bridge Tower, gateway to Charles Bridge on the Malá Strana side. Ascend for panoramic views over the Vltava, the bridge below and the rooftops beyond.

Museum of Alchemists and Magicians of Old Prague

★ 3.8 · 2,377 reviews

Duck into the Museum of Alchemists and Magicians of Old Prague, a snug, offbeat museum in Malá Strana. Read up on alchemy downstairs, then follow a guide up to the tower laboratory to hear tales of Kelly and Dee.

Peeing Characters Sculpture

★ 4.5 · 2,440 reviews

Look in on the Peeing Characters Sculpture, one of Prague's quirkiest public artworks by David Černý. Watch the two mechanical figures at work and take your photo before moving on to nearby Malá Strana sights.

Kafe & Hrnky

★ 4.6 · 1,119 reviews

Find Kafe & Hrnky, a hidden Malá Strana cafe with a courtyard under a big chestnut tree. Order iced coffee, a slice of quiche or a sweet treat and enjoy a quiet pause close to Prague Castle.

Iveta Fabešová - Werichova vila

★ 4.4 · 2,098 reviews

Treat yourself at Iveta Fabešová - Werichova vila, a pastry cafe in an old Malá Strana villa. Choose from carefully crafted cakes and sip loose leaf tea in a refined, quiet setting.

City Highlights Guided Electric Trike Tour

★ 4.9 · 661 reviews

Glide around Prague on an electric trike with a friendly guide. After a short practice ride, you will follow the river and head toward Letná and the castle for views and stories.

Cukrkávalimonáda

★ 4.3 · 974 reviews

Slip into Cukrkávalimonáda, a cozy hideaway in Malá Strana just steps from Charles Bridge. Linger over pasta or a slice of sour cherry strudel with a house lemonade in a chic, intimate room.

Fat Tire E-Scooter Guided Tour

★ 4.9 · 908 reviews

Cruise around Prague on a fat-tire electric scooter with a local guide. Starting near Charles Bridge, you will ride riverside paths and parks up toward the castle area.

Old Town, Astronomical Clock and Underground Tour

★ 4.8 · 1,166 reviews

Start near Charles Bridge for an English-guided walk through Prague's Old Town. Pass the Astronomical Clock and Jewish-quarter landmarks, or upgrade to enter Old Town Hall, its medieval passages and the tower.

Petřín Tower and Mirror Maze Entry Ticket

★ 4.3 · 2,821 reviews

Climb Petřín Tower for views across Prague, then get lost in the Mirror Maze next door. The ticket covers the 299-step ascent, the history exhibition and the hall of distorted mirrors.