Mala Strana

Prague

Mala Strana featuring landscape views and a city
Mala Strana
Mala Strana
Mala Strana showing a city, landscape views and a garden
Mala Strana showing a garden and a square or plaza
This handsome, historical neighborhood, filled with charming cobbled streets, cute courtyards, interesting museums and parks, is perfect for aimless wandering.

While most tourists dedicate the vast majority of their time to Prague’s Stare Mesto (Old Town), those who do hop over the river to Mala Strana (Lesser Town) won’t be disappointed by what they find. Explore one of Prague’s most picturesque and romantic neighborhoods, where Baroque buildings line the cobbled streets and beautifully manicured parks and gardens welcome those who want to rest amid greenery.

Mala Strana was a neighborhood that sprung up in the shadow of Prague's Castle, housing wealthy citizens who would have worked in the city’s administration. Wander around the district and admire the impressive residences, many of which have been converted into shops, restaurants and commercial enterprises.

Head for Lesser Town Square, the central square in the neighborhood and a busy transportation hub. Dominating the square is Mala Strana’s most recognizable landmark: the Church of St. Nicholas. This Baroque church has hosted performances by famous composers including Mozart and Bach and its green dome is an iconic feature of the Prague skyline.

In addition to historic architecture, Mala Strana also contains several interesting museums. Examine equipment from Soviet-era laboratories at the KGB Museum, survey contemporary pieces at Museum Kampa and inspect rare musical instruments at the Czech Museum of Music, housed inside a former Baroque church. The Franz Kafka Museum, devoted to the great Czech author, is also found in this neighborhood and features valuable first editions, manuscripts, letters and more.

When you need a break from the city surroundings, venture to one of the district’s many leafy parks and gardens. Look for peacocks strutting around the manicured Wallenstein Gardens, the grounds of a 17th-century palace, or walk around the intimate UNESCO-listed Vrtba Garden. The riverside Kampa Park, meanwhile, hosts some of artist David Černý’s Babies, a series of sculptures depicting oversized crawling infants.

Shop for souvenirs and artisan handicrafts on Mostecká Street. This lively stretch is lined with boutiques selling everything from glassware and artworks to skincare products.

Mala Strana is located on the west bank of the Vltava River. To get here, walk across the Charles Bridge on foot or take the metro to Malostranská station.


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Top hotels in Mala Strana

Archibald At the Charles Bridge
Archibald At the Charles Bridge
3 out of 5
Na Kampe 15, Prague
The price is €66 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
€66
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Prague. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Can’t fault one bit with Archibald!! Everything was 5 star!! Loved our stay and will always recommend!"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025

Archibald At the Charles Bridge
Hotel Roma Prague
Hotel Roma Prague
4 out of 5
Újezd 425/24, Praha 1-Malá Strana, Prague
The price is €65 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€65
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Mini Break March 2025
"Fantastic Hotel, loved where it was situated, Room 102 was. Superior room, Only issue was the noise of the Trams and scraping down stairs of chairs, Tv not very good overall Will definitely return, booked Uber on Phone whilst outside airport departures and you get in any uber car giving them a PIN ..."

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2025

Hotel Roma Prague
Hotel Pod Vezi
Hotel Pod Vezi
4 out of 5
Mostecká 58/2, Prague
The price is €117 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
€117
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Prague. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (986 reviews)
"From the minute we walked in we were greeted with a smile. The staff were friendly and attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The room was very clean and tidy and beds comfy. The hotel is situated at the foot of the Lesser Town bridge tower so ideal for walking across to the New and Old Town ..."

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025

Hotel Pod Vezi
Hotel Hoffmeister
Hotel Hoffmeister
5 out of 5
Pod Bruskou 7, Mala Strana, Prague
The price is €98 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
€98
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (886 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

Hotel Hoffmeister
Royal Prague City Apartments
Royal Prague City Apartments
4 out of 5
Petrínská 20, Prague, Czech Republic
The price is €62 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€62
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (885 reviews)
"I have stayed here before a handful of times hence returning. The room was massive which is a positive The shower and bathroom was small, very odd space with the size of the room the bathroom can/could be bigger. Beds made a noise every time you say or turned over. First night we arrived late the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

Royal Prague City Apartments
Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa
Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa
5 out of 5
Trziste 19, Prague
The price is €212 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
€212
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Prague Castle and Charles Bridge are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
"Excellent hotel - staff were amazing friendly and helpful from reception to breakfast room. Lots of really nuce touches such as prosecco on arrival. Building and rooms were beautiful, thoughtful breakfast and nice spa."

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa
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