Stare Mesto

Prague

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Stare Mesto
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Old Town Hall Tower showing a square or plaza and a city

The geographical and historical heart of Prague, this UNESCO-listed district features a tangle of cobblestone streets lined by Baroque churches, palaces and houses. 

Stare Mesto, Prague’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, is a storybook hub packed to the brim with historic churches, monuments and sights that cause snap-happy tourists to stop and take photographs. Dine while seated outdoors in colorful squares, wander the atmospheric lanes and see some of the city’s most iconic sights including the famous Astronomical Clock.

The history of Stare Mesto can be traced back to the 9th century, when traders traveling along the Vltava River would meet at this strategic location. Gradually, some traders began to settle here and a settlement sprung up around the banks of the river. The center of the early settlement was the Old Town Square, which still retains an old-world atmosphere. Come here to see Prague’s fascinating Old Town Hall, where every hour, crowds gather to see the medieval Astronomical Clock’s mechanical statues perform a 45-second procession.

Also bordering the Old Town Hall is the Church of Our Lady Before Týn, whose eye-catching pair of Gothic spires are a defining feature of Prague’s skyline. During the build-up to the festive period, the square plays host to a charming Christmas market. If you have time, pause to soak up the enchanting atmosphere of the square. Sip a beer in one of the surrounding bars or restaurants, and watch as street entertainers put on a show for sightseers.

Explore the winding lanes that radiate out from the central square to encounter even more fascinating historic landmarks. Take a tour around the magnificent art nouveau-style Municipal House and survey the National Gallery’s impressive collection of art spanning the 13th to 16th centuries in the Gothic-style Convent of St. Agnes.

Don’t leave without visiting the Prague Jewish Museum. Set across six separate sites, including several synagogues, a ceremonial hall and the Jewish Cemetery, this enlightening museum chronicles the systematic oppression of Prague’s Jewish community over the centuries.

Stare Mesto sits along the east bank of the Vltava River. Access the area on foot via Charles Bridge or ride the metro to Staroměstská station.


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Top hotels in Stare Mesto

Four Seasons Hotel Prague
Four Seasons Hotel Prague
5 out of 5
Veleslavinova 2a, Prague
The price is P43,200 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P43,200
P48,657 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (587 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Prague
Unitas Hotel
Unitas Hotel
4 out of 5
Bartolomejska 9, Prague
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,584 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P7,584
P8,767 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Great family vacation
"Outstanding hotel, easy check-in. Big, comfortable family room. Short walk to all attractions but on a quiet street. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Unitas Hotel
The Mozart Prague by Accor
The Mozart Prague by Accor
5 out of 5
Karoliny Svetle 208/34, Prague, Prague
The price is P13,618 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P13,618
P15,523 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (986 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

The Mozart Prague by Accor
Grand Hotel Bohemia
Grand Hotel Bohemia
5 out of 5
Kralodvorska 4, Prague
The price is P7,062 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P7,062
P8,177 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Prague. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"The breakfast was great! Staff was very accommodating. We enjoyed the Mozart concert in the hotel ballroom."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Grand Hotel Bohemia
Hotel Liliova Prague Old Town
Hotel Liliova Prague Old Town
4 out of 5
Liliova 1070/18, Prague
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,478 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P3,478
P4,157 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Prague. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (670 reviews)
"Pavel was very helpful at desk"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Hotel Liliova Prague Old Town
 Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG
Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG
5 out of 5
Michalska 19, Prague
The price is P9,079 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
P9,079
P10,431 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"It was a beutiful hotel and the junior suit was very comfortable. However the bath tube was not comfortable to get in and out of."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Iron Gate Hotel & Suites Prague by BHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Stare Mesto

Prague featuring a city

Prague 1

5/5(1 area review)

Known for its popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Prague 1. Check out top attractions like Old Town Square and Prague Astronomical Clock, and jump on the metro at Staromestska Station or Staroměstská Stop to see more of the city.

Prague 1
Charles Bridge featuring a bridge, a city and a river or creek

Prague City Center

Travelers love Prague City Center for its acclaimed art galleries, and you can see more of Prague by jumping on the metro at Karlovy Lázně Stop or Staroměstská Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Prague Astronomical Clock and Old Town Square.

Prague City Center
Josefov featuring heritage architecture

Josefov

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors often come to Josefov for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Jewish Town Hall and Old Jewish Cemetery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Staromestska Station.

Josefov
Mala Strana showing landscape views and a city

Mala Strana

Consider a visit to Lesser Town Bridge Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Mala Strana. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Malostranské Náměstí Stop or Hellichova Stop.

Mala Strana
Nove Mesto which includes heritage elements, railway items and a city

Nové Město

4/5(2 area reviews)

Charles Square and New Town Hall are top sights in Nové Město, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Karlovo Namesti Station or Novoměstská radnice Stop to see more sights in the area.

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Petrská čtvrť

If you're spending time in Petrská čtvrť, check out sights like Palladium Shopping Centre or Royal Route and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dlouhá třída Stop or Těšnov Stop.

Petrská čtvrť

Stare Mesto