Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. It is situated on the Vltava River. Prague is not only a treasure collection of historical monuments and architectural wonders but also home to many parks. This city has more green space than any of the other major cities in Europe with over 22% of its total area being parks. As per the research, there are 3 large parks and 100s of smaller parks dotted throughout the city. 

Here are the Best Parks in Prague to Visit

 

1. Petrin Hill Gardens

 

Petrin Hill Gardens is one of the most beautiful parks in Prague. This place boasts the highest elevation of any of Prague’s green spaces at 320 meters above sea level. It’s a place where the city’s panoramic vistas unfold beneath you. In the center, there is the Petrin Lookout Tower. That resembles a small Eiffel Tower, providing breathtaking views to those who ascend it. Petrin Hill is also home to a mirror maze and a medieval-inspired wall, which makes it a place of fun and discovery. Getting up there can be a hike.

2. Wallenstein Palace and Gardens

 

Wallenstein Palace and Garden is located in Mala Strana, almost directly underneath Prague Castle. The garden was designed in the Baroque style with the adjacent Wallenstein Palace. Visiting this garden transports one to an era of elegance and meticulous design. These gardens feature manicured lawns, ornamental ponds, and statues that narrate mythology tales. Visitors can find peacocks. They can admire the architectural finesse, and enjoy a moment of quiet contemplation amidst its historic beauty.

3. Vysehrad Park

 

Vysehrad Park is considered one of the best parks in Prague. This park features the ruins of an old fortress and its gates. The amazing park was established in the 10th century and during the 11th century. Vysehrad Park offers an amazing view of Prague Castle and the rest of the city from almost every angle. It is also home to many landscaped gardens, so feel free to explore this peaceful place. The park even has some history to check out the Romanesque Rotunda of St. Martin, the national cemetery Slavin, and the Church of Sts. Peter and Paul. Vysehrad Park even has some good cafes and pubs located within the park. However, Vysehrad Park combines the past and present into a tranquil retreat, offering a unique perspective on Prague’s rich heritage.

4. Havlickovy Park

 

Havlickovy Park is also known as Grebovka. This park is a hidden gem that transports visitors to a different time and place. The park is inspired by Italian Renaissance gardens. Havlickovy Park is a combination of vine-covered hills, ornate grottoes, and elegant pavilions. The park offers winding paths, peaceful nooks, and charming vistas. This park’s major feature is its beautiful grotto. However, Havlickovy Park is a serene oasis offering a slice of pastoral bliss in the urban landscape.

 5. Vitkov Park

 

Vitkov Park is located above the Karlín tunnel between Prague 3 and Prague 8. This park is considered a National Monument and is a notable landmark. The park was constructed in 1929. This park was built to memorialize a battle that took place on top of the hill during which Jan Zizka led the Hussites to defeat the Crusaders in 1420. And also to the formation of the Czechoslovak Republic which is currently one of the largest bronze equestrian statues in the world. Vitkov Park is an expansive park that blends historical reverence with natural beauty. That offers a green oasis where paths weave through open meadows and shaded areas. However, this park is perfect for jogging, walking, or simply pausing to soak in the views.

6. Prague Castle Gardens

 

Prague Castle Gardens complex is surrounded by soothing gardens that are worth visiting both for their natural beauty and historic significance. The Prague Castle is more than St Vitus Cathedral and the Old Royal Palace. It is a royal garden that contains a major collection of Renaissance architecture. Including the 16th-century Ball Game House, with its signature Renaissance sgraffito, and the beautifully proportioned Summer Palace.