In 2024, Prague City is set to undergo a remarkable transformation with a flurry of development projects that span brownfields, historic landmarks, and green areas. Negrelli Viaduct’s Arch Revitalization One of the significant projects in motion is the reconstruction of the Negrelli Viaduct, a historic railway bridge connecting New Town, Karlín, and Holešovice. Approval has been granted to repurpose the viaduct’s arches, with the first one set to host cafes, shops, and offices. The innovative use of this space aims to breathe new life into the structure, and a city information center is slated to open in spring 2024. Savarin Palace The iconic Savarin Palace, near Wenceslas Square, is undergoing a transformation into a commercial complex. The project encompasses the restoration of the palace and its connecting passages, to introduce a mix of commercial and office spaces, alongside public amenities like gardens, cafes, and restaurants by 2024. Masaryk Railway Station’s Expansion The Masaryk Railway Station is poised for a substantial makeover, with an estimated cost of 3.39 billion crowns. The ambitious project involves expanding the station from seven to nine tracks and building a new pedestrian platform connecting Florenc and the station. Žižkov Freight Station’s The redevelopment of Žižkov...
On Sunday, January 7 at 2 p.m. the annual Day of Silly Walks returns to Prague after 10 years. Taking place on International Day of Silly Walks, this short procession through Prague will gather fans of Monty Python at Náměstí Republiky in front of the Palladium entrance to pay tribute to the British comedy troupe’s Ministry of Silly Walks sketch. This flash mob, inspired by the iconic sketch from the British TV series “Monty Python’s Flying Circus,” promises a day filled with laughter and unconventional gaits. Participants will embark on a whimsical journey down Na Příkopě Street to the lower part of Wenceslas Square, showcasing an array of silly walks inspired by the aforementioned TV sketch. Wearing a suit with a bowler hat and a briefcase is encouraged, but not required. Participants are free to find a silly walk that works for them! It’s worth noting that the last time Prague witnessed this flash mob was a decade ago, making this year’s celebration a special occasion to be part of. The annual Silly Walk is inspired by a 1970 Monty Python sketch featuring John Cleese with a bowler hat, briefcase and goofy gait. In the episode of Monty Python’s Flying Circus,...
Prague’s Charles University is preparing a list of possible security measures for its buildings following a mass shooting at the Faculty of Arts last month that left 14 dead. Deans of individual faculties will receive a list of measures tailored to their faculties, the rector of the university, Milena Králíčková, said on Tuesday evening. The crisis meeting also dealt with the coordination of activities taking place as part of the ‘Month for the Faculty’ event. These activities should return academic life to the building of the Faculty of Arts on Jan Palach Square in the centre of Prague, where 14 people were shot dead by a student before Christmas. Kralickova said the meeting also dealt with plans for the summer semester at the Faculty of Arts. “Classes will be held in alternative premises of other faculties or other institutions that have also offered the possibility of teaching, as well as online. We have already tested that we can also take exams or give credits, all online, so those options will be there as well,” she said. The guarantors of each degree program will inform students about how their courses will be carried out, she added. The summer semester is expected...
On January 3rd, the traditional procession of the Three Kings (Kaspar, Melichar, and Balthazar, who followed the star of Bethlehem to worship the baby Jesus) will pass through the historical centre of Prague. This will be followed up by the concert featuring the Czech Christmas Mass by Jakub Jan Ryba. Route: Lesser Town Square – Charles Bridge – Mariánské náměstí – Old Town Square. Program: 15:00 – Blessing of the Epiphany carolers in the Church of St. Thomas, given by Prague Archbishop Jan Graubner 15:30 – Start of the procession on Lesser Town Square 16:45 – End on Old Town Square with a solemn speech by the Archbishop of Prague and the Czech Christmas Mass by J. J. Ryba performed by the St. James Choir and Orchestra under the baton of Jan Rezek and with soloists from the National Theatre. According to Christian tradition, several kings from the east were guided by a star to find the newborn Baby Jesus. The exact number of kings is not specified in the Bible’s New Testament, but they are variously known as the Magi, the Wise Men or the Kings. Three Kings charity collection The start of the New Year has kicked off...
Are you in Prague and want a wallet-friendly New Year’s celebration? Discover inexpensive ways to enjoy the festive spirit across the city. We’ve got you covered for budget-friendly fun! The city has a special New Year’s treat for Prague residents, offering discounted admissions to various attractions. Visitors will be asked to present a public transport card or ID to prove that they live in Prague. Here’s a quick guide to the discounted attractions: 1. Prague Zoo Admission: 1 CZK for all with card or Lítačka app Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 2. Botanical Garden Troja Admission: 1 CZK for all Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 3. Museum of Public Transport in Střešovice Discounted ticket: 40 CZK (excluding family tickets) Various categories: Children, students, adults, seniors Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 4. Old Town Hall 50% discount for all with card or Lítačka app Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 5. Petřín Lookout Tower, Mirror Maze on Petřín 50% discount for all with Lítačka card or app Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 6. New Mill Water Tower Free admission for children under 15, 10 CZK for others Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 7. Powder Tower, Old...
Hundreds of police officers will be on the capital's streets during the New Year's Eve celebrations to monitor safety.
On Christmas Eve, Prague airport experienced a remarkable event as the largest Boeing 747-8F freighter, known as the Queen of the Skies, touched down in the city. The moment drew the attention of aviation enthusiasts, commonly referred to as “planespotters”, as well as numerous families who seized the opportunity to gather on the afternoon preceding Santa Claus’s visit. The aircraft, operating on a regular flight route connecting the Qatari capital Doha, Budapest, and Prague, landed on runway 24 at Prague Airport. However, the landing was not without its share of suspense, with a delay of nearly two hours, ant took place at 4.08 pm. A significant milestone in the cooperation between the Qatari carrier and Václav Havel Airport in Prague was the recent 1000th landing of a cargo aircraft, which took place on 8 June this year. “We wanted to bring the iconic Jumbo Jet to Prague this year because this particular plane with A7-BGA registration will be handed over to a new carrier in January after six years of service with our company due to the modernisation of our fleet. It is a great pleasure for me that we were able to secure it on Christmas Eve and parents...
The rail station in Smíchov will undergo a transformation to make it into a 21st-century transportation hub. The project should begin at the start of next year and cost over CZK 4 billion, a spokesperson for the Railway Administration said on Wednesday. All the station’s tracks and platforms will be renovated, while underpasses will be rebuilt and extended beneath the entire station, officials said. New lifts will also be installed. When completed, it will connect with an intercity bus terminal as well as the existing Smíchovské nádraží metro stop and tram lines. The nearby intercity bus terminal at Na Knížecí is already being phased out. The impact on train travel will be minimal during the planned work. The reconstruction of Smíchov station is divided into several stages. The first phase, which has already begun, will include the laying of part of the tracks and the footbridge over the entire track. The second stage, for which a construction contractor is now being looked, includes a complete reconstruction of the track, the restoration of three existing platforms and the construction of a new fourth platform, which will be used mainly by trains on the so-called Prague Semmering route, i.e. in the direction...
In connection with the expected celebrations of the arrival of 2024, the capital is once again preparing traffic and security measures, which will mainly affect the center of Prague. On New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, an increased number of police officers, paramedics, and firefighters will be on duty. Moreover, the Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) will extend the operation of the metro on New Year’s Eve to approximately 2:30 am. The operation of tram day lines will end at approximately 10 pm, then the operation of night lines will start. Until approximately 3:30 the interval between trams will be 15 minutes, then, until 7:00 it will be 20 minutes. Metro: The operation is extended until approximately 2:30 a.m. (on 1 January 2024) with the interval of 10 minutes. Departures of last connections from the terminal stations: Line A – Nemocnice Motol at 1:51 a.m., Depo Hostivař at 1:53 a.m. Line B – Zličín at 1:40 a.m., Černý Most at 1:45 a.m. Line C – Letňany at 1.44 a.m., Háje at 1:44 a.m. Trams: The operation of daytime lines is terminated approximately at 10:00 p.m., afterwards the enhanced operation of night lines is launched from approximately 10:00 p.m. until approximately 7:00 a.m. (on 1 January 2024). All guaranteed transfers are...
The Prague City Hall has disclosed the details of the New Year surprise it has in store for its citizens on January 1, 2024. Earlier reports indicated that this surprise would serve as compensation for the decision to forgo fireworks, video mapping, and other mass celebrations on New Year’s Eve. The authorities deemed large-scale festivities inappropriate given the backdrop of the war in Ukraine and the challenging economic situation. Instead, Prague City Tourism plans to reduce the cost of visiting popular attractions for one day (January 1): Prague Zoo and the Botanical Gardens in the Troja neighborhood will be open to everyone, with a visit costing only 1 crown. An adult ticket to the Prague Public Transport Museum will cost 60 CZK, while a child’s ticket only 20 CZK. Seven Prague towers, including the Petřín Tower, the Old Town Tower, both towers of the Charles Bridge, and the Powder Gate, among others, will offer a 50% discount on entry. Proof of residence or daily travel to Prague will be required at the entrance. The most convenient means of verification is by presenting a Lítačka pass or ID card. Tadeáš Prováznik, a spokesman for the Magistrate’s Office, highlighted, “This way, every...
Water levels in Czech rivers and streams continued to rise on Monday due to heavy rain and melting snow. At least one of the three flood levels was reported at over 160 measuring stations, with the highest level reported in 15 places. The flood warning issued by the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute is still in force for almost the entire country until further notice, with the exception of the southern part of the South Bohemian Region. The metropolis decided to close the embankments and the floodgates at Čertovka. “Extraordinary security measures related to the increased risk of flooding will be in force for Prague residents and visitors from 1 pm. The embankments will be closed and other flood barriers will be activated,” said Prague Mayor Bohuslav Svoboda (ODS). Flows have increased on the crucial watercourses, which are the Vltava and Sázava rivers. Although their peak and future decline are expected, and the Berounka has already peaked, the increased flow will continue for several days. In addition, the operation of the ferries in Prague 1, 2 and 6 will also be suspended from Monday at 1 pm as a precautionary measure. In Prague 1, 2 and 5, the embankments will be closed to the public, including boarding and disembarking boats. Vehicles parked on the...
Prague has launched the Sports Week (Týden sportu zdarma) project under which residents have free access to sports facilities. Headed by the Mayor of Prague Bohuslav Svoboda, city authorities noted that residents can choose different offers from sports clubs and venues that will be available in the last week of the year. Among the disciplines traditionally available are badminton, squash, beach volleyball, floorball, big and table tennis, football, swimming, fitness, climbing, hockey and others. Councilor for Education and sports noted that “Prague has prepared a small Christmas present for all sports enthusiasts in the form of a week of sports in all kinds of sports venues, completely free of charge.” He pointed out that it offers an opportunity to try a new sport, get back in shape after Christmas feasts and be more physically active, calling on the residents to take advantage of the offers. More than 30 sports venues have registered for the project thus far, with city authorities stressing that more venues can still apply. Last year, 47 venues took part in the project and allowed residents to try out more than 60 sports. Prague stressed that tens of thousands of residents took advantage of the offers in recent...
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