Most of us travelers think that crazy things happen in our own country or city. But that’s not the case at all. Now, you may be thinking that Prague is a city of a hundred spires. Isn’t that ridiculous? Yes, it is, you’re 100% right. In response to this, I can also say that Prague has the oldest working astronomical clock in the world since 1914. When the bell rings, small puppets move on that clock.
The more Prague is praised, the less it’s appreciated. Besides being the capital of the Czech Republic or Czechia in Central Europe, it also has all sorts of crazy things. So, today in this blog post, we will discuss the crazy things to do in Prague as a tourist or visitor. Make sure to read till the end.
Before starting, let me tell you that Prague Castle is the oldest and largest castle in the world, which covers an area of 70,000 m2. Also, touching a statue of Saint Charles Bridge will give you a better chance of returning to Prague. Tourists call it a “crazy good luck charm”.
Haunted Ghost Tour at Night in Prague Old Town
Do you love haunted things? Prague will never disappoint you with its haunted stories. This city is very old, with around 1000 years of history, so people associated the mystery stories and superstitions of their time with ghosts. Most ghost tours take place near Prague Old Town (Staré Město) and the Jewish Quarter (Josefov). Some areas also include near Charles Bridge and Prague Castle.
These are walking tours and don’t include any transport mode. You get a local guide who is a special ghost storyteller. They tell you stories in a dramatic style in the dark of the night while walking in the old streets, which gives you a feeling of thrill and adventure. Mostly, the guide wears a lantern and a horror costume to increase the thrill.
These ghost tours run daily, especially during tourist season from April to October (spring, summer, and autumn) because the weather is good. It happens in winter too, but it’s colder. Tours usually start from 7 pm to 11 pm, and each tour lasts for 1.5 to 2 hours. Recommended is to book a tour at 8 pm, which gets over by 10 pm.
Keep in mind: This is for entertainment and tourism purposes only and is not actually proof of ghosts there. Have fun!
Climb Prague’s Žižkov TV Tower with Giant Crawling Babies
There is a high tower built in the Žižkov area of Prague. Its height is 216 meters and considered the tallest building in the capital of the Czech Republic. You can go to the top observation deck of the tower and view the whole Prague from a crazy 360° angle.
On the top and sides of the TV tower, you will see huge black babies in crawling position. Actually, these are the art sculptures, also called Miminka, created by artist David Černý. It looks a bit creepy and strange, but it has become a famous part of Prague’s modern art. What do you think of this creativity?
Travelers often call it “climb the TV tower,” but actually, you use the lift (stairs are optional). There is also a restaurant and bar inside the tower which is located at the top. This tower is open daily, all year round, there is no specific season. Timings are usually from 9 am to midnight. The best time to visit this is during sunset and at night when the city’s illumination looks very beautiful.
You Shouldn’t Miss the Visit to the John Lennon Wall
This is a graffiti wall located in the Mala Strana near the Charles Bridge and represents a symbol of peace and freedom. Most tourists find this wall to be a place of positive energy and inspirational. Today, the John Lennon Wall is constantly changing as tourists and locals leave graffiti, paintings, and messages. One of its uniqueness is that, design and graffiti change every day, hence every tourist finds a new experience.
In the 1980s, when John Lennon (the Beatles singer) was assassinated, his fans started putting his pictures, quotes, and lyrics on the wall. At that time, Prague was under a communist regime, and writing on the wall became a form of protest. The wall is open 24 hours a day, and there is no ticket to write or explore.
As a tourist, what will you do there? You can write your message, quote, name, doodles or drawings with your markers and spray paints. John Lennon Wall is a very colorful and artistic background, so every tourist take selfies there. Often, local street musicians play Beatles songs, tourists enjoy and make videos. Some couples also put love locks, like in Paris. So you must explore this one of crazy things to do in Prague.
Relax with a Unique Beer Spa Experience in Prague
It’s one of the most unique and crazy things to do in Prague. Hence, must experience the beer spa and relax. In these special spas, you will sit in tubs (wooden barrels) of beer. This beer is not made to be consumed, but rather it’s made by mixing its natural ingredients in hot water.
It sounds like a beer bath, but actually a health and relaxation treatment. You soak in it for 30 to 40 minutes, which is relaxing and detoxifying for the skin and body. Along with this, you get to drink unlimited draft beer. It’s the best spot for couples and honeymooners to try. You don’t need a specific time for this, as the spas are always open from 10 am to 10 pm; buy a package or get an appointment.
Climb up Petrin Hill to Explore the Mirror Maze
It’s a maze or labyrinth, which is located on the Pertin Hill. There are many mirrors installed in this fun maze which confuse you. You go in and try to find your way out, but because of the mirrors, it seems like there are paths everywhere. Tourists go up Petrin Hill by cable car or funicular. The maze is inside a castle-style building and looks small from the outside.
Once inside, you have to pass through mirrors and find your way out. Isn’t that crazy activity? Some rooms also have distorted mirrors that make your body appear in funny and weird shapes, with fun. Actually, this maze is a historic place that was built for the Jubilee Exhibition of 1891. Therefore, this maze has been attracting tourists in Prague since the 19th century.
Besides having fun, you can also explore the Petrin Tower (the mini Eiffel Tower of Prague) and the gardens. During April to October, the maze opens from 10 am to 10 pm and in winter, it’s open from 10 am to 6 pm – literally, a good place for family-friendly activities.
Apart from the mentioned, there are also other crazy things to do in Prague.
- Special dinner experience in the sky using a crane
- Walking on Charles Bridge at 4 AM
- Trying the Absinthe Green Fairy drink in Prague
- Riding a vintage Trabant Car
- The Bone Church in Sedlec Ossuary, which has 40k to 70k human bones inside
- Beer bike tour and Segway
- Zorbing on water
So, when you get the chance to visit there, don’t forget to follow the above-mentioned crazy things to do in Prague!