If you’re craving a summer escape full of design, coffee, art, and just the right amount of spa chill, Prague delivers in style. Beyond the tourist-trodden paths of Old Town, the Czech capital is a treasure trove of indie cafés, sustainable fashion finds, industrial art spaces, and laid-back hangouts. This is your curated guide to spending 72 hours in Prague the way locals and creatives do.
Day 1: Slow Mornings & Hidden Boutiques
☕ Start with Coffee & Vibes
- Místo Café
Bubenečská 12, Prague 6
A calm, stylish café in Dejvice with Scandinavian design, fresh breakfast options, and top-notch Doubleshot coffee. - Café Letka
Letohradská 44, Prague 7
A vintage-chic brunch gem near Letná Park, great for coffee and golden-hour light.
🛍️ Shop Thoughtfully
- 1981 Secondhand
Oldřichova 31, Prague 2
Carefully curated vintage clothing and accessories, plus great coffee in a cozy, creative setting. - Malé černé
Haškova 2 & 16, Prague 7
A minimalist concept store focusing on secondhand fashion that feels more like an editorial shoot than a thrift shop. - The Item
Husova 7, Prague 1
Boutique fashion and accessories store supporting slow fashion and local designers—right in the heart of Old Town. - Artisème
Velkopřevorské náměstí 4, Prague 1
Just behind the John Lennon Wall, this curated design boutique features Czech-made home décor, accessories, and art in a lush garden space.
✨ Wind Down in Style
- Takeshi Spa
Slavíkova 25, Prague 2
A Japanese-inspired private wellness studio offering bathtubs, infrared saunas, and complete zen vibes.
Day 2: Artsy Hangouts & Urban Wellness
☕ Start in Smíchov
- Kavárna co hledá jméno
Stroupežnického 10, Prague 5
A creative café hidden in an old carpentry shop—grab a seat in the garden or wander into one of its art events.
🎨 Dive into Contemporary Culture
- Kunsthalle Praha
Klárov 5, Prague 1
Contemporary art exhibitions in a former transformer station, plus a café and rooftop view of the castle. - DOX Centre for Contemporary Art
Poupětova 1, Prague 7
Large-scale exhibitions that explore politics, architecture, and design—an iconic part of Prague’s creative scene.
♨️ Evening Reset
- Sauna Spot
Podolské nábř. 1110, 147 00 Praha 4-Podolí
Urban rooftop sauna with cold plunge, chill zones, and sunset views over the Vltava. - Kasárna Karlín
Prvního pluku 20/2, Prague 8
A former military barracks turned summer courtyard with film screenings, DJ sets, beach chairs, and local beer.
Day 3: Creative Corners & Summer Nights
☕ Begin in Holešovice
- Vnitroblock
Tusarova 31, Prague 7
A multifunctional industrial space: café, boutique, cinema, and creative community hub.
🖼️ Art & Local Life
- Pragovka Art District
Kolbenova 923/34a, Prague 9
Post-industrial studios, pop-ups, and exhibitions—this is where Prague’s new wave of artists experiment. - Planeta Za
Nádražní 3, Prague 5
An underground cultural spot mixing micro bar, gallery, and experimental nightlife.
♨️ Final Chill
- Lázně Pramen
Jeseniova 55, Prague 3
Old-school spa charm meets private saunas and whirlpool therapy—perfect for a local-style detox. - Infinit Step Wellness
Malletova 1141, Prague 9
A full wellness experience: Finnish sauna, outdoor terrace, herbal steam, and total relaxation. - Stalin (Letná)
Letenské sady, Prague 7
End your trip with drinks, skaters, and DJs overlooking the Vltava—an iconic summer sunset vibe.
Final Notes
Pro tip: Pick one neighborhood per day—Letná, Smíchov, Karlín, Holešovice—and explore it fully. Prague is compact, walkable, and best experienced slowly, café by café, corner by corner.