There is no place quite like Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. A place of exceptional beauty, here are five reasons why you should add Prague to your Danube river cruise with Avalon Waterways. It’s the perfect way to savour more of Central Europe.
1. A contrast to the Danube’s grand cities
Whilst Budapest and Vienna ooze imperial grandeur, Prague is cosier with a fun bohemian vibe. The city still holds plenty of history, from the hilltop Prague Castle to the iconic Charles Bridge. Yet the colourful buildings and charming squares are a wonderful contrast to the elegant palaces and opera houses in the Danube’s other grand cities.
2. Easy access from the Danube
Prague is just a hop, skip and a jump from the beginning or end of your Danube river cruise. Avalon offers select cruises with pre- or post-nights in Prague that includes a transfer by road to/from your ship. It’s the best of both worlds, really – a river cruise and time in this fairytale city!
3. A city for all seasons
Luckily, there is no bad season to visit Prague. The city is always buzzing with life, from outdoor festivals in summer to Christmas markets in winter.
4. A cultural treasure trove
Vienna often comes to mind first when thinking about the arts in Central Europe. However, Prague certainly holds its own as a cultural treasure trove. Wile away a morning in one of its art galleries or dress up for a night at the theatre.
5. Extend your gastronomic journey
For the foodie out there, there’s no doubt that you will have dined on the tastiest schnitzels, piping hot sausages and comforting goulash stews as you explored countries like Romania, Hungary and Austria. So, add Prague to your Danube river cruise to continue your gastronomic journey! Prague is famous for its trdelnik (cylindrical pastry coated in sugar and cinnamon), svíčková (a creamy beef stew served with bread dumplings), bramboráky (potato pancakes) and of course, it’s ridiculously cheap beer!
Take a look at the full range of Avalon Waterways river cruises that include Prague.
