Two Nights in Prague: A Sweet Little Spa, Shopping & Culinary Escape

Arrive by train or plane and settle into the city with a car service to your hotel. Two standout options:

• W Prague is a just-opened design hotel housed in a restored 1872 heritage building. The interiors blend old grandeur with playful modern style, and the spa is stunning.

• Fairmont Golden Prague sits right on the river with postcard-worthy views and a long legacy as one of the city’s most iconic hotels, now with an elegant refresh and two Michelin Keys.

Once you’re checked in, wander the cobblestoned streets and take in Prague’s Gothic-meets-Baroque skyline. For dinner, head to Alma, a stylish spot that bridges fine dining and neighborhood hangout. The standout is the frozen martini with black garlic, but the juicy, perfectly cooked steak is what will make you linger. The staff is as amazing as the food. Walk off dinner with a slow riverside stroll back to your hotel.

Start the morning with a walk along Pařížská Street, Prague’s go-to for designer shopping. For lunch, grab something quick at Centraal Chicken, known for crispy fried chicken sandwiches and laid-back vibes. If you’re more in a smash burger mood, try Dirty Dog Taproom, a craft beer bar with a next-level burger menu.

In the afternoon, explore the National Museum, a cultural icon that anchors Wenceslas Square with grand interiors and rotating exhibitions on Czech history and art.

Then, back to your hotel for some time in the spa. Both the W and Fairmont have beautiful wellness spaces—this is the moment to fully sink in. Highlights include the four-seasons shower experience at the W and the gorgeous indoor/outdoor pool at the Fairmont.

For pre-dinner drinks, try Forbína, a cocktail lounge with a unique concept. Each drink is inspired by a play or theatrical theme, and the moody, cinematic interiors feel like stepping backstage. Dinner is at Restaurace Mincovna, a lively Czech brasserie serving elevated versions of classic dishes like duck with red cabbage and handmade dumplings.

Afterward, make your way to the city’s gay nightlife hub around Vinohrady. Pop into The Saints, a cozy neighborhood bar with friendly locals and strong drinks, or Klub 21, which feels a bit like your stylish Prague friend’s private cocktail den.

Enjoy a slow morning with a full buffet breakfast at your hotel. Then, hop aboard a short river cruise for one last look at the bridges and spires that make Prague so enchanting. After that, it’s time to check out and head home—or onward.