Riverside International School Prague has once again achieved the highest possible rating in every category of its latest British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection, according to the report released following the March 2026 review. The result marks the third consecutive inspection in which the school has received a full “Outstanding” judgement, extending a 12-year record of top-tier evaluations. As part of the recommendations, Riverside was encouraged to, “Become a beacon of excellence for other schools — leverage expertise and exploit the school’s position as a leader of innovation, to drive and support regional developments. The British Schools Overseas framework is a formal inspection process aligned with standards set by the UK Department for Education. Designed to ensure that British international schools operate at the same level as leading independent schools in England, the BSO accreditation is widely regarded as one of the most rigorous external benchmarks for British education overseas. In addition to its BSO status, Riverside is accredited and recognised by a number of respected international and British organisations, including the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), Council of British International Schools (COBIS), and the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO). The school...
From quirky flavours like parmesan and lavender to classic favourites such as chocolate and strawberry, Prague offers a rich variety of ice creams to satisfy every palate. Here are the best places to enjoy ice cream across the city. 1. Angelato (Újezd, Břevnov, Dejvice) Angelato is a family-owned ice cream shop celebrated for its artisanal gelato made fresh daily without artificial additives. This spot is perfect for adventurous eaters, featuring unusual flavours like parmesan, pumpkin, rhubarb, avocado, and nettle. With locations in Újezd, Břevnov, and Dejvice, Angelato is a must for anyone curious about unique taste experiences. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Angelato (@angelato_official) 2. Crème de la Crème (Multiple Locations) Known for its commitment to purity, Crème de la Crème produces ice creams free from chemicals, artificial colours, and preservatives. Most flavours are gluten-free except for Oreo and Tiramisu. Drawing from traditional Italian techniques, each flavour follows its own distinctive recipe. The flagship location at the National Theatre also hosts the Crème de la Crème Ice Cream Museum, featuring over 200 historical items including vintage ice cream machines and bar setups. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da...
Photovoltaics, battery storage and heat pumps have become increasingly common in new residential developments across Europe. A Czech technology company, Electree, is now testing a different approach that pushes the idea of energy efficiency further: using waste heat from servers and computing equipment to help heat apartment buildings and provide hot water. The company has introduced a system it describes as a computing-based boiler room. The solution, called Electree HUB 5.0, integrates servers and computing hardware into the building’s energy system. Instead of treating the generated heat as a byproduct to be removed through cooling, the system redirects it to support heating and water heating. A pilot installation has already been deployed in Brno, in an apartment building on Auerswaldova Street. The project includes 36 residential units, rooftop solar panels, battery storage, and a server-based heat recovery system. The principle is straightforward. Data processing equipment produces large amounts of heat, which is typically removed and wasted through cooling systems. In this model, that energy is captured and reused within the building’s heating infrastructure. Early results from the Brno pilot suggest energy cost reductions of around 20 to 25 percent. The company expects that future projects could increase savings to as...
The number of apartments used for short-term tourist accommodation in Prague has climbed to an estimated 18,000, according to the Association of Hotels and Restaurants of the Czech Republic (AHR). The figure is significant when compared with Prague’s housing development. Data from the Czech Statistical Office show that construction began on 7,380 new apartments in the capital last year. Over the past three years, developers have started work on fewer than 21,300 homes in total. If the AHR estimate is accurate, the number of apartments dedicated to short-term stays is approaching the equivalent of three years of residential construction in Prague. The expansion of short-term accommodation has become increasingly visible across the city. According to the association, traditional hotels in Prague offer approximately 35,000 rooms, meaning short-term rentals now represent roughly one-third of the capital’s overall accommodation capacity. Industry representatives argue that the sector serves a different segment of travelers than conventional hotels. While Airbnb remains the most recognized name in the market, apartments are also widely advertised through other services, including Booking.com. The rapid growth of the sector is not unique to Prague. Across Europe, short-term accommodation booked through digital platforms has become a major part of the tourism...
The Ukrainian grocery chain Best Market is set to enter the Czech market next week, opening its first store in Prague as part of its continued expansion across Central Europe. The retailer will officially launch its first Czech branch on June 6 at Budějovická Street in Prague 4. The opening day will include product tastings, competitions, activities for children, and appearances by invited guests. The first 100 shoppers will receive a gift from the company. Best Market specializes in food products from Ukraine and other Eastern European countries, a segment that has attracted growing interest among both foreign residents and Czech consumers looking to explore different regional cuisines. Customers visiting the Prague store will find a broad selection of products, including meat and cold cuts, fish specialties, dairy products, pastries, sweets, canned goods, pickled vegetables, and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Traditional Ukrainian products such as cooked sausage, cured bacon, smoked fish, pickled vegetables, and popular confectionery items are expected to be among the store’s key offerings. The company’s expansion into Czechia follows several years of growth in neighboring Poland. Best Market opened its first store in Kraków in 2019 and has since developed a network of around...
Prague has emerged as the top-performing hotel destination in Central Europe, outpacing Vienna and Krakow on every key metric in April — and the momentum shows no sign of slowing. According to Václav Stárek, president of the Association of Hotels and Restaurants of the Czech Republic (AHR), demand for Prague in April was double that of comparable regional cities. Revenue per available room reached €76 (approximately 1,845 CZK), an increase of €8 year-on-year, while occupancy across Prague hotels held at nearly 70 percent in the first four months of 2026 — the strongest stretch since before the pandemic. The city’s appeal, Stárek said, comes down to three factors: safety, accessibility within Europe, and overall attractiveness as a destination. The summer season looks set to mirror last year’s strong performance, though hoteliers note a shift in booking behavior — guests are increasingly waiting until the last moment to reserve. Outside the capital, the picture is more mixed. Regional hotels are banking primarily on domestic visitors, with a significant share also expecting guests from Poland and Germany. An internal AHR survey found that 55 percent of regional hoteliers expect this season to match last year, while nearly 30 percent are optimistic about...
Prague has gained a new public green space offering a rare sense of calm in the northwestern part of the city. The garden of the Rothmayer Villa in Prague 6 has been opened permanently to visitors by the Prague City Museum, adding a quiet cultural site to the border area between Břevnov and Střešovice. The space, previously accessible only as part of guided tours, is now available during the villa’s opening hours. Visitors can walk through shaded paths, sit among carefully arranged greenery and experience a place shaped by architecture, art and personal history. According to the Prague City Museum, the goal is to open the site not only to architecture enthusiasts but also to residents looking for a place to slow down. “The garden of Rothmayer Villa is a unique space with a calm atmosphere,” said Eliška Zlatohlávková, head of the villa department at the Prague City Museum. She added that the garden can serve as a place to pause, unwind or briefly step away from the pace of the city. The garden was created together with the villa at the end of the 1920s. The house was built between 1928 and 1929 by architect Otto Rothmayer, a student...
Prague Rooftop Festival (PRF) returns for its 2026 season, marking 10 years since the concept first launched with the vision of transforming Prague’s rooftops into unique social and cultural experiences. Over the last decade, PRF has helped shape Prague’s growing rooftop culture through events combining music, sunsets, brunches, cocktails, and panoramic city views. As more rooftops continue opening and new concepts emerge across the city, the festival aims to remain at the forefront of Prague’s evolving rooftop scene. “For us, it’s amazing to see how much rooftop culture in Prague has developed over the last 10 years,” says founder Sandro Valigy. “We want to continue introducing new rooftops, new experiences, and pushing the concept further each season.” The 2026 season will feature weekly rooftop events, sunset sessions, collaborations with hospitality and lifestyle brands, and carefully selected local and international DJs. New venues will be revealed progressively throughout the season. PRF is also currently developing a new afterwork-focused concept, with further details expected to be announced shortly. Tickets for the first announced events are already on sale. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Prague Rooftop Festival (@praguerooftopfestival) Would you like us to write about your business? Find...
This August, Prague enters the world of competitive horse polo. The Royal Golf & Polo Cup — a tournament blending polo and golf — will take place on August 8 at the Prague City Golf complex in Zbraslav, marking the event’s first edition in the Czech capital. The tournament has been running since 2018, when it launched in Mariánské Lázně with no prior infrastructure or fanbase behind it. Its move to Prague signals a deliberate shift in ambition. “We had a clear goal from day one — to build a family event that would grow year after year,” said Simona Joklová, a competitive polo player and co-founder of the tournament. “Moving from Mariánské Lázně to Prague is the natural next step toward making this a truly European fixture.” International field, defending champion included Four teams will compete this year, with players confirmed from Argentina, Great Britain, Germany, Switzerland, and Belgium. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Royal Golf & Polo Cup (@royalgolfandpolocup) Among them is Brad Rainford-Blackett, a British professional polo player and coach with extensive international tournament experience. He has competed in the Royal Golf & Polo Cup twice and arrives in Prague as...
Prague has added a new extreme attraction to its list of adventure activities, giving thrill-seekers the chance to walk — and run — down the side of a skyscraper. The experience, known as House Running, is now operating at the City Empiria tower in Prague’s Pankrác district. Participants descend vertically along the building’s facade from a height of 101 meters while secured by a dual-rope safety system. The project was launched by the Czech company Allegria – Experience Company, which says interest in unconventional adrenaline activities has continued to grow in recent years. For many participants, the most difficult moment comes before the descent even begins. “The hardest part for most people is stepping over the edge of the roof,” said Darina Noviková, executive director of Allegria. “Once their feet touch the wall and they lean into the harness, the fear usually turns into excitement and a feeling of control.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Allegria – Firma na zážitky (@firmanazazitky) Unlike traditional climbing or rappelling, House Running places the body in a nearly horizontal position while participants move down the building face-first. According to organizers, the unusual movement creates a psychological challenge because...
German electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk will appear in Prague on July 15, when they bring their audiovisual performance to Forum Karlín. The show is expected to combine music, digital animation and stage design into a structured performance built around their long-established approach to live concerts. Tickets available here. The group’s influence on modern popular music is widely documented. As music journalist Petr Ferenc noted in his book Music That Isn’t Krautrock, the role of Kraftwerk in shaping electronic music cannot be overstated. Their work contributed to the development of synthpop and electronic dance music, while also influencing genres such as hip-hop and industrial. Kraftwerk was formed in Düsseldorf in 1970 by Ralf Hütter and Florian Schneider. In its early years, the band was associated with psychedelic rock, releasing three albums that later received less attention: Kraftwerk (1970), Kraftwerk 2 (1972) and Ralf & Florian (1973). View this post on Instagram A post shared by KRAFTWERK (@kraftwerkofficial) A turning point came in 1974 with the album Autobahn, which marked a clear shift in direction and established the framework for their future work. Following that release, the band moved away from traditional rock instrumentation and developed a more defined electronic...
An American fast-food brand known more for sugar glaze than burgers is preparing to enter the Czech market. According to Hospodářské noviny, donut chain Krispy Kreme is seriously considering opening its first location in Prague. The company, founded in North Carolina in 1937, has grown into one of the world’s best-known donut brands, operating around 1,500 stores globally. While its strongest presence remains in the United States, the chain has also expanded across Europe and the Middle East, including markets such as Britain, France, Switzerland and Turkey. Jan Kotrbáček, partner at consulting firm Cushman & Wakefield, told the newspaper that the company is actively studying the Czech market and exploring expansion opportunities. The launch could reportedly happen later this year or in early 2027. Many of its larger stores allow visitors to watch the production process through glass walls, while the company’s well-known “Hot Now” sign signals when fresh donuts are being made. Its most famous outlet sits in New York’s Times Square, where the brand has become closely linked with American pop culture and tourism. The chain’s signature product remains the Original Glazed donut, a recipe that has changed little over the decades despite the company introducing seasonal flavors...
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