Prague: Easy to Fall For, No Matter the Season

Many of my European trips have been during the fall, and as the leaves begin to change I find myself a bit nostalgic about past journeys.  When there’s a chill in the air, like today, I always think about a few cold and blustery days spent in Prague, Czech Republic.  One of my favorite travel trips, Prague is a traveler’s dream.

For me, Prague’s top tourist sites are the Old Town Square and the Charles Bridge.

Old Town Square

Dramatic architecture highlights Old Town Square, especially the twin towers of the Tyn Church.  The astronomical clock is worth a look and I thought the House at the Stone Bell was fascinating. All tourists eventually end up on the Charles Bridge and it seems like everyone arrives at the same time.  Packed with photo-happy travelers, the best description is enjoyable chaos. Karlova Street connects the square and bridge and is nothing more than a retail gauntlet lined with typical junk souvenir stores which I happen to love.

House at the Stone Bell

As for Prague’s other touted tourist sites, I enjoyed touring the Jewish Quarter’s synagogues and cemetery, thought Wenceslas Square was okay and wasn’t that impressed with the castle.

Although it’s touristy, Prague is a mainstay on my top 10 list.