In one the most famous Prague passages is the no less famous café Lucerna. Lucerna is in fact a whole complex of buildings belonging to Havel`s family – the one from which the first Czechoslovakian president Václav Havel comes from. This architectural jewel in Art Noveau style was built by Stanislav Bechyně in years 1907-1921. It`s worth exploring the whole complex, and then relax in the café upstairs, which is literally just behind the statue of St. Wenceslav flogging the dead horse (made by enfant terrible of Czech art scene, David Černý, also the author of infamous Entropa or Meatmorphosis in North Carolina, USA). Why do I recommend this spot? Because it is one my most favourite places in the centre of Prague, Despite its lazy waiters and acid wine – which actually only the wine got much better – it fulfills my need for an aesthetic and stylish environment. I love sitting by the window, watching people passing underneath while sipping my coffee or wine. They also have a very useful free wi-fi spot. Details about this spot (Show on map).jpg)
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Lucerna café | Art & culture, Bars | Glass of wine CZK 40.00
Vodičkova 36 | Praha 1 | +420224215495
10:00 – 00:00 daily
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I like this spot a lot. Sitting by the window really offers an interesting view and I recommend trying out their Caramel Latté. What is also worth mentioning is that with tickets from the Lucerna Cinema you get 20% discount at the Lucerna Café, so make sure you keep them after the screening (you can use them anytime).