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Prague’s busiest boulevard is great for both shopping and nightlife and has a history as a gathering point for local uprisings and celebrations.

In the heart of Prague’s New Town lies a 2,460 foot (750 meter) long boulevard, Wenceslas Square (Václavské Náměstí). Visit this significant spot for locals and enjoy its modern-day facilities. The square marks the start of Prague’s main shopping district while at night it is one of the city’s most lively precincts.

There are many 20th-century buildings in Wenceslas Square, giving it a more contemporary European feel than the nearby Old Town Square.

Take in the art nouveau architecture of the street as you walk between some of Prague’s best retail stores
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Immerse yourself in Czech history at the National Museum that overlooks the square. In front of it stands the heroic statue of St. Wenceslas, “the Good King” from the popular Christmas carol.

Drink and dance with the locals in the evening when the street’s many bars, clubs and restaurants get busy. Be aware that prices at restaurants on the square are likely to be higher than similar restaurants nearby.

The square is a common location for protests and national celebrations, and the broad boulevard can hold up to 400,000 people. It was here that anti-communist uprisings were held until the regime was finally toppled 1989. Look for the wooden cross embedded in the cobblestone street. This is a monument to Jan Palach, who set fire to himself protesting the Soviet occupation.

Wenceslas Square is located in the New Town and is serviced by metro and tram. It has two of the busiest metro stations in Prague. Its central location and proximity to Prague’s major attractions make it a great area to be based while visiting the city.

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Verified traveler
Sep 27, 2019

Kind of the Champs Elysee of Prague.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Sep 23, 2019

For us, more of a meeting place than tourist destination.

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Cathy
Jul 26, 2019

Expensive skip the shops here..but area around is more local and cool!

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Jun 17, 2019

Huge shopping center here. Lots of nightlife options too.

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Jan 23, 2019

Very touristy. But it is amazingly clean and easy to navigate.

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Verified traveler
Jan 13, 2019

Perhaps not the most exciting stop in Prague, but it is culturally significant and you can catch the national Museum while there.

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