{"id":10986,"date":"2024-12-12T12:53:51","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T11:53:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/praguecruises.eu\/advent-in-prague-the-unique-magic-of-the-festive-season\/"},"modified":"2024-12-12T13:40:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T12:40:45","slug":"advent-in-prague-the-unique-magic-of-the-festive-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/praguecruises.eu\/en\/advent-in-prague-the-unique-magic-of-the-festive-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Advent in Prague &#8211; The unique magic of the festive season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Prague, the city of a hundred towers, will be transformed into a fairy-tale landscape during Advent. Illuminated with lights, the smell of mulled wine and Christmas delicacies, and the omnipresent atmosphere of peace and joy &ndash; all this makes Prague Advent an unforgettable experience. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christmas Markets &ndash; the heart of Prague&rsquo;s Advent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Old Town Square:<\/strong> a classic not to be missed. A huge Christmas tree, wooden stalls offering crafts, festive refreshments and of course the traditional trdelnik. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>N&aacute;m&#283;st&iacute; Republiky:<\/strong> Another popular place with a wide range of Christmas decorations, toys and gastronomic specialties.<br>Opens in new window<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wenceslas Square:<\/strong> the longest Christmas market in Prague, offering a wide range of Christmas gifts and festive treats.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advent cruises through Prague<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/praguecruises.eu\/en\/cruise\/prague-christmas-cruise-with-christmas-cookies-and-hot-drink\/\" title=\"Advent cruises through Prague\">Advent cruises through Prague<\/a> &ndash; a magical ride through the Christmas lights<\/strong><br>Want to enjoy the magic of Christmas a little unconventionally? Take an Advent cruise on the Vltava River and admire the beautifully lit Prague from the comfort of the boat deck. This unique experience will allow you to enjoy the festive atmosphere while discovering the beauty of the city from a new perspective.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-content-justification-center\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:calc( 0.5 * var(--wp--style--root--padding-right, var(--wp--custom--gap--horizontal)));padding-right:var(--wp--style--root--padding-right, var(--wp--custom--gap--horizontal));padding-bottom:calc( 0.5 * var(--wp--style--root--padding-right, var(--wp--custom--gap--horizontal)));padding-left:var(--wp--style--root--padding-left, var(--wp--custom--gap--horizontal))\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-df757ecc wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:calc( 0.25 * var(--wp--style--root--padding-right, var(--wp--custom--gap--horizontal)))\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignfull has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile has-border-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-border-color\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;grid-template-columns:auto 25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prague Christmas cruise with CHRISTMAS COOKIES &amp; HOT DRINK<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/praguecruises.eu\/en\/cruise\/prague-christmas-cruise-with-christmas-cookies-and-hot-drink\/\">More information<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/praha-adventni-plavba-s-vanocnim-cukrovim-a-horkym-napojem-1.jpg?resize=980%2C653&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Adventn&iacute; plavba Prahou s v&aacute;no&#269;n&iacute;m cukrov&iacute;m a hork&yacute;m n&aacute;pojem\" class=\"wp-image-4436 size-full\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:calc( 0.25 * var(--wp--style--root--padding-right, var(--wp--custom--gap--horizontal)))\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advent decoration of Prague<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole of Prague is preparing for Advent. The windows of houses are decorated with coloured lights and Christmas motifs, and the streets are decorated with garlands and Christmas trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Advent walks in Prague<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mala Strana and <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&lt;img width=&#039;200&#039; height=&#039;133&#039; src=&#039;https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?fit=200%2C133&amp;amp;ssl=1&#039; class=&#039;cmtt-tooltip-featured-image wp-post-image&#039; alt=&#039;&#039; style=&#039;width: 200px; margin-top: 2%;float: right; margin-left: 2%;&#039; sizes=&#039;(max-width: 9999px) 200px,auto&#039; loading=&#039;eager&#039; srcset=&#039;https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?w=1200&amp;amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?resize=324%2C216&amp;amp;ssl=1 324w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?resize=416%2C277&amp;amp;ssl=1 416w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/karluv-most-vltava.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;amp;ssl=1 768w&#039; \/&gt;Charles Bridge is a historic stone bridge in Prague over the Vltava River. The bridge was built by order of Emperor Charles IV, and is one of the most famous monuments in the Czech Republic.&lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/praguecruises.eu\/en\/glossary\/charles-bridge\/\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Charles Bridge<\/a>:<\/strong> take a walk through the romantic streets of Mala Strana and across Charles Bridge, which is even more beautiful in Advent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vy&scaron;ehrad:<\/strong> visit this historic fortress and enjoy a magnificent view of Prague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bethlehem Chapel:<\/strong> Listen to Christmas carols in the oldest preserved Hussite church in Prague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advent concerts and performances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prague, the city of music, comes alive even more during Advent.<\/strong>  Many churches, concert halls and other venues will be transformed into magical scenes where the most beautiful Christmas melodies will be heard. Whether you&rsquo;re a lover of classical music, choral singing or modern Christmas songs, you&rsquo;ll find something to enjoy in Prague. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where to find information about concerts? Comprehensive list of Christmas concerts in Prague: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vanocnikoncerty.cz\/index.php?kraj=praha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"vanocnikoncerty.cz\">vanocnikoncerty.cz<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Prague?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of Europe&rsquo;s most visited cities, Prague offers a wide range of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. From luxury hotels with views of <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  aria-describedby=\"tt\"  data-cmtooltip=\"&lt;div class=glossaryItemBody&gt;&lt;img width=&#039;200&#039; height=&#039;133&#039; src=&#039;https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?fit=200%2C133&amp;amp;ssl=1&#039; class=&#039;cmtt-tooltip-featured-image wp-post-image&#039; alt=&#039;Prague castle&#039; style=&#039;width: 200px; margin-top: 2%;float: right; margin-left: 2%;&#039; sizes=&#039;(max-width: 9999px) 200px,auto&#039; loading=&#039;eager&#039; srcset=&#039;https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?w=1200&amp;amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?resize=324%2C216&amp;amp;ssl=1 324w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?resize=416%2C277&amp;amp;ssl=1 416w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/praguecruises.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hrad-prazsky-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;amp;ssl=1 768w&#039; \/&gt;Prague Castle is a historical fortress and the seat of Czech rulers and presidents in Prague. It is one of the largest castle complexes in the world and a major tourist attraction. &lt;\/div&gt;\"  href=\"https:\/\/praguecruises.eu\/en\/glossary\/prague-castle\/\"  data-mobile-support=\"0\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex='0' role='link'>Prague Castle<\/a> to budget hostels in the city centre. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Experience an unforgettable Advent in Prague!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prague, the city of a hundred towers, will be transformed into a fairy-tale landscape during Advent. 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