Challenge your senses at this museum, where nothing is as it seems. Walk through a jungle in a tunnel where the river flows upwards or stand on top of a skyscraper and step into a desert. The amazing optical illusions here create a fun experience for the entire family.
Mozart premiered his opera Don Giovanni in 1787 at Prague’s Estates Theatre. Of the two marionette homages to the city’s favourite opera, the better production takes place at the National National Marionette Theatre. The technique of the puppeteers is so masterful, you’ll leave looking for strings attached to passers-by.
Staroměstské náměstí 4 • 725 314930 • www.pragulic.cz
This unusual social enterprise enables you to experience the world from the perspective of homeless people, challenge stereotypes and gain insight into their daily life. Walking tours are organized by guides among the homeless and visitors can choose between short 2-hour tours or a 24-hour one.
Opatovická 18 • 723 658293 • Open 4–11pm Mon–Fri, 2pm–midnight Sat & Sun • www.praguegolfandgames.com
The first and only place to offer black light mini golf in the city, Prague Golf & Games is great for people looking for something a little off the beaten track. The interior is almost entirely dark, lit only by neon UV lights. Black light jenga, billiards and pinball are also available. The space can be booked in advance – check the website for more details.
Melantrichova 18 • Open 10am–11pm daily • Adm • www.sexmachinesmuseum.com
An exhibition in a slightly different sense, this is one show definitely not for kids. The museum traces the history of instruments for sexual gratification, from their origins to the modern day. While not entirely without cultural merit, the overall package is rather bizarre. There is also, predictably, a gift shop.
Pod Karlovem Street • Check website for opening hours • www.krytfolimanka.cz
This bunker, with an extensive maze of corridors and rooms, was built during the Cold War as a refuge for civilians in case of any nuclear threat. There is also an exhibition that features photos of other civilian bunkers located throughout Prague. This fully functional underground bunker is open to public once a month on a Saturday.
Hudební Divadlo Karlín: MAP K4; Křižíkova 10; www.hdk.cz
The Czech love of musicals knows no limits. It began with My Fair Lady, proceeded to a romping Polish Blood and is still going strong with musicals such as Dracula, A Legend Named Holmes, or Jesus Christ Superstar. Visitors can catch a play at various locations around town. Karlín Musical Theatre is popular with locals.
Celetná 12 • Open 10am–10pm daily (winter: to 8pm) • Adm • www.museumtortury.cz
If you can’t grasp how these grisly instruments work, the illustrations should make their operation painfully clear. About 100 implements of pain and dozens of etchings are on display, along with explanations in four languages.
M3 • Týnská 7 • 222 315258 • www.mcgeesghosttours.com
Whether you are a believer or a sceptic, the guides can guarantee an entertaining evening as they take you through narrow lanes and cobbled alleys to churches and monuments. Learn about alchemists, murderers and the unfortunate souls who lived here. There are four different guided tours that last three hours each.
Celetná 15 • 226 776776 • Open 10am–7pm daily (to 9pm Sat) • Adm • www.chocotopia.cz
Walk among the lifelike waxworks of the famous at the Wax Museum by Grévin, learn about the history of chocolate at Choco-Story or pick up an edible souvenir at the Snack & Dessert Bar – there’s something for everyone at Chocotopia.
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