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Old Town (Stare Mesto)

Prague, Czech Republic
As featured in 3 days in Prague
Ranked #1 of 181 attractions in Prague
4.5 of 5 stars 1050 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Walking
Fee: No
Owner description: The heart of Prague, Old Town is filled with many houses, churches and other structures dating back to the 13th century. Notable structures include... more » Owner description: The heart of Prague, Old Town is filled with many houses, churches and other structures dating back to the 13th century. Notable structures include the Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock, the Carolinum, the Municipal House and the Estates Theater. « less
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Italy
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

I just love Prague. This place is so romantic and historical and Old town having so deep and beautiful athmosphere.

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Calgary, Canada
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61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Lots of shops to visit... pick up some great glass ware that is unique to the Czech Republic. Restaurants can be touristy but that is also part of the appeal if you like to watch people.

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Sydney, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The square is beautiful at any time with its mix of medieval buildings, statues and cosy feel. It has a vibrancy brought on by large numbers of people gathering every hour to see the astronomical clock perform. But it is particularly beautiful at night as the lights play off the spires and rooftops.

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Alameda, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Not my style except for the Municipal building. The sense of the place is that it is old and somewhat dusty/dark, with not a lot of architectural interest. I expected more art nouveau and didn't find it.

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Berkhamsted, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is well worth a visit particularly on the hour when the clock strikes and the statues move. A trumpeter strikes up a tune from the top of the tower. There are some good restaurants facing the clock which are reasonably priced.

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Crosby,Liverpool
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Loved the spicy sausage and Halusky from the stall sellers

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Wonderful at night!!! Nice place to stroll and people watch...

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Wilmslow
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Beautiful old buildings and street entertainers. There was a market with various food and drink stalls.

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The buildings are amazing and somehow even in the Old Town Square the modern street vendors don't appear out of place among the antiquity.

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London, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Full of lovely little shops and pretty streets. Well worth just taking a nice stroll round.

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