In the first half of 2025, 16 new brands entered the Czech retail market, with fashion and gastronomy leading the way. Gastronomy saw five new arrivals, including Germany’s dean&david, which opened in Prague’s Máj department store, with further branches planned. Ukrainian seafood chain Chernomorka, Croatia’s Koykan, Austria’s Seven North, and Italy’s Ciao Spritz also launched their first locations in Prague. The fashion and accessories sector welcomed six new brands. Highlights include Slovakia’s BeLenka (barefoot shoes), U.S. cap brand New Era, and outdoor gear specialist Peak Design. Germany’s s.Oliver Black Label opened in České Budějovice, and Italy’s Blukids debuted in Prague. The beauty segment grew with Bath & Body Works and Ksisters entering the Czech market. CHANEL opened its first standalone Fragrance and Beauty boutique in Prague’s Savarin Palace. The luxury sector is expected to see unprecedented growth this year, with upcoming openings from Ermanno Scervino, Grenardi, Damiani, and Pasquale Bruni within the new Fairmont Golden Prague Hotel on Pařížská Street. Perfume house Nicolaï will open in July on Široká Street. Beyond fashion and food, new arrivals include Another World (U.S. virtual reality arena), Germany’s Canyon Bikes, and discount giant Woolworth, which opened in Třebíč. More Brands Coming in the Second...
Prague City Tourism (PCT) has launched a new online educational campaign aimed at foreign visitors. Titled Enjoy Respect Prague, the campaign seeks to educate tourists about local rules, responsible behavior, and how to avoid illegal or unofficial services in the city. The campaign delivers its message through a series of short, humorous video clips. These videos explain how visitors can explore the city respectfully, without disturbing daily life for the city’s over one million residents. “We want tourists in Prague to feel welcome, but at the same time understand that they’re moving through a living city where people work, live, and raise children,” said Jana Adamcová, Vice Chairwoman of the PCT Board of Directors. “Our goal is for tourists and locals to share public space considerately. That’s why we created the ‘Ten Commandments’ for visitors.” The online rollout builds on the existing outdoor campaign, now in its third year, visible at Prague Airport and across the city center. The campaign touches on key topics such as observing quiet hours at night, avoiding graffiti or damage to historical monuments, and using licensed city guides. Tourists are also encouraged to explore non-touristy neighborhoods like Holešovice, Karlín, and Vinohrady, use public transport, and...
A new addition to Prague’s dining scene is making waves—by bringing crayfish and premium seafood into sharper focus. Rakin, a recently opened restaurant in Dejvice, builds its concept around simple, quality seafood dishes, with crayfish at its heart. The focus is on fresh seafood prepared with restraint. Fish is cooked using the a la plancha method—a high-heat technique where the meat is quickly seared with just oil and salt, allowing the natural flavor to shine. Other options include fried fish, tartares, carpaccios, and street food-style dishes like an octopus hot dog or a cod taco. Crayfish are the main attraction, served in different styles—from a spicy Cajun sauce to a more classic creamy garlic variation. The seafood is sourced from markets in the Netherlands and France, while the crayfish come from Romania—currently one of the few places in Europe where they are still available in larger quantities. Though the menu leans toward international seafood, it remains accessible. Main courses are priced in the range of CZK 350–400, aiming to bring premium ingredients to a wider public. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da BIG SMOKERS (@bigsmokersprague) A standout offering is the whole boiled lobster, served with...
What started as a bold experiment in Prague’s city center has now become a popular stop for tourists and locals looking for a different kind of drink experience. When the Robotic Bar opened a few years ago, its goal was simple: to change how people think about cocktail preparation. Instead of relying on a bartender’s mood or memory, the venue introduced robotic arms programmed for absolute precision. The result? Drinks that taste the same every time—down to the last milliliter. But it was never just about automation. The bar’s creators wanted the process itself to become part of the evening’s entertainment. Guests watch as the robots swing, shake, and pour with mechanical accuracy, turning each drink order into a small performance. The technology behind the Robotic Bar hasn’t stood still. Over the years, the system has undergone several upgrades, each one improving both speed and precision. The latest improvements allow the robots to handle several drink orders at the same time, cutting down wait times even during busy evenings. There’s now finer control over drink temperature and texture, ensuring that cocktails come out smoother and better balanced. Guests can also personalize their drinks more than before, with expanded options for...
The ČEZ Chess Trophy 2025 is bringing one of the most anticipated chess events of the year to the Czech capital. On June 26 and 27, Turkish prodigy Ediz Gürel, currently the world’s number one under-18 player, will face Czech grandmaster David Navara in an eight-game rapid match. The duel will take place at the Gregor Hall of the Municipal House, right in the center of Prague. Chess fans can attend both days of the event in person, with games scheduled from 3 p.m. to approximately 7 p.m. Tickets will be available directly at the venue. For those unable to attend, live online commentary will be provided on praguechess.cz and ČT Sport Plus, featuring analysis by grandmaster Sergej Movsesjan and master Lukáš Vlasák. Beyond the headline match, the festival offers several additional attractions for chess enthusiasts. Visitors to the Municipal House will be able to explore a special exhibition of chess-themed paintings by old masters—a rare opportunity, as many of these works are not part of public collections. There will also be a chance to purchase hard-to-find chess books that aren’t usually stocked in Czech bookstores. Adding to the festival’s program, both grandmasters will participate in a simultaneous exhibition match...
The Hellichova tram stop in Prague 1 will soon be renamed in honour of the nearby cultural and historical sites. Starting June 28, a Prague tram stop will bear two different names depending on the direction of travel: “Pražské Jezulátko” for trams heading toward the city center, and “Tyršův dům” for those moving away from it. The change was spearheaded by Jan Wolf (KDU-ČSL), chairman of the cultural committee of the Prague City Council, after a proposal from parishioners at the Church of Our Lady Victorious. Submitted about a year ago, the plan received unanimous approval from the city’s Topographical Commission before being cleared by the Railway Authority. The initiative aims to highlight the nearby Church of Our Lady Victorious, home to the famed statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague, a major pilgrimage site. Wolf noted that the renaming, particularly for trams heading toward the center, will better guide the thousands of tourists who visit the church each year. Filip Drápal, spokesperson for ROPID, the organization overseeing Prague’s public transport, added that timetable changes typically take place at the start of summer holidays, aligning with the renaming. The Infant Jesus statue, widely venerated by pilgrims, is believed to date...
To bring order to the growing presence of dispensing boxes across the city, the Prague City Council has approved a new framework outlining how and where these boxes can be installed on public land. The initiative reflects a growing need to balance the convenience of self-service parcel pickup with the preservation of Prague’s public spaces. The regulations aim to eliminate clutter and prevent interference with pedestrian movement, traffic, and the city’s architectural landscape. “Dispensing boxes are a useful service for residents and reduce traffic congestion, but their placement must be respectful of public space,” said Petr Hlaváček, Deputy Mayor for Spatial Development. “I see this agreement with operators as a meaningful step forward.” The new framework prioritizes integration of parcel boxes into building façades, supermarket entrances, or transportation hubs. These locations are seen as the least intrusive and most accessible. If those options are unavailable, alternative placements will be considered—but only if they don’t block pedestrian access, obstruct architectural features, or contribute to visual pollution. “Without rules, parcel boxes can cause damage, create noise, and harm the city’s visual character,” said Zdeněk Hřib, Deputy Minister for Transport. “The new standards protect both utility and the urban environment.” Currently, most dispensing...
Thousands of professionals will swap office desks for running shoes this week as the UniCredit Prague Relay returns to Stromovka Park. Held over two days—Tuesday, June 24 and Wednesday, June 25—the event features 8,000 registered runners from across the banking, diplomatic, medical, aviation, and automotive sectors. Organized by RunCzech, the relay aims to bring corporate teams together in a more active setting. “We’re getting managers moving again, racing against others from their industries,” said RunCzech chairman Carlo Capalbo. Each team member runs a 5 km loop through Stromovka, passing landmarks like the Governor’s Summer Palace and the Prague Planetarium. The route stays entirely within the park, so public transport and city traffic remain unaffected. With warm weather expected, organizers are adding misting zones and refreshment stations along the course. Tuesday’s relays include a Diplomatic Cup and Bank Cup, with teams from embassies, ministries, and Czech banks. On Wednesday, professionals in medicine, aviation, commerce, and the automotive industry will take their turn at the starting line. Runners can unwind after the race with picnic boxes and DJ sets, with team tents available along the track for post-race hangouts. “It’s a way to get people moving before summer—and make some memories along...
Dave Chappelle, a comedian known for his uncompromising humor and original view of society, will perform for the first time at Prague’s Hybernia Theater on July 20. Chappelle is recognized as one of the greatest comedians of all time. He is the 2019 recipient of the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and the 2025 NAACP President’s Award. Chappelle’s work in television and film includes his groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Chappelle’s Show,” which became the best-selling TV show in DVD history, multiple Netflix comedy specials, and memorable guest appearances on “Saturday Night Live.” He has earned five Emmy Awards, including three for his Netflix specials and two for hosting “Saturday Night Live” (2017, 2021), where his most recent 17-minute monologue stands as the longest in the show’s 50-year history. Chappelle has won six Grammy Awards for Best Comedy Album, including his most recent for “The Dreamer” (2025). Important info: Please print your tickets, which must be presented in paper form for inspection upon entering the Hybernia Theater and your seating sections. To purchase refreshments at the theater, please use a physical payment card or cash. This performance is PHONE-FREE. No devices for recording photos, videos, or audio are...
The Prague City Council has voted against a proposal to ban shared electric scooters from parts of the capital, despite ongoing complaints over traffic safety, cluttered sidewalks, and poor regulation. The motion, introduced by Deputy Mayor Zdeněk Hřib (Pirates), aimed to limit the use of shared e-scooters by enforcing stricter placement rules. According to the proposal, only scooters stored in designated public zones would be allowed, and any devices found outside these areas would be removed by the city’s Technical Road Administration (TSK). However, only Pirate Party councilors backed the plan during Monday’s vote, leading to its rejection. The proposed system was designed to bring e-scooters and shared bicycles under the same regulatory umbrella. Operators would have been required to pay a monthly parking fee of CZK 25 per vehicle and ensure devices were parked only in marked spaces. If not, TSK would have been authorized to impose fines starting at CZK 100, rising to CZK 1,000 if issues weren’t resolved promptly. Scooters could then be confiscated and released only after payment. Reserved spots would have also been accessible to private bicycle users. The rejected policy outlined a number of public safety and order concerns linked to e-scooter use in...
Czechia has submitted a bid to host one of Europe’s first AI Gigafactories—a massive data center dedicated to the development of artificial intelligence—on the outskirts of Prague. The facility, with an estimated cost of 90 billion CZK (approximately €3.5 billion), would be built in the municipality of Jíloviště, just beyond Prague’s southern border. The application, submitted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade to the European Commission on Friday, June 20th, is part of a larger EU initiative to build five AI-focused gigafactories across Europe. The EU has earmarked nearly €20 billion (close to 500 billion CZK) for the initiative under its strategic investment program for digital infrastructure. The Czech bid proposes using land owned by České Radiokomunikace (CRA), a major telecom and infrastructure provider, which had previously planned to build a smaller data center on the same site. CRA will now serve as a co-investor in the project and is expected to take over operation of the future facility if the plan is approved. “We’ve already prepared a project called Prague Gateway DC, one of the most modern and largest data centers in the region,” said Anna Tůmová, CRA spokesperson. “That’s why CRA is logically involved in this AI...
Summer in Prague can be tough—hot days, little breeze, and crowded streets. While the city offers plenty of outdoor swimming pools, not everyone enjoys the chlorinated water or concrete surroundings. Many locals and visitors prefer to cool off in natural settings, away from the noise. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best natural beaches and swimming spots in Prague—ideal for anyone looking to escape the heat without leaving the city. Zlute Lazne A large beach near the city center with a lot of entertainment included. Located on the Vltava River’s right bank, it offers several restaurants, children-friendly spaces, a dance floor, and boat rental. For those who prefer active sports, tennis, ping pong, and volleyball can be found there. Parking and bathrooms are also on the spot. Address: Podolské nábřeží 3/1184, Praha 4-Podoli Working hours: daily from 09:00 till 22:00; Cost: 100 CZK for adults/day Website Koupaliště Lhotka In July 2018, after seven years of being inactive, the reservoir “Lhotka” in Prague reopened. It underwent extensive reconstruction and now serves as a biotope. The water in the basin remains clean thanks to natural biological processes, without the use of chlorine and other chemicals. The facility has...
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