Holešovice, Prague

Name: Holešovice
Address: Prague, Czech Republic

#277 among attractions in Prague

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Holešovice is a district in the north of Prague situated on a meander of the River Vltava, which makes up the main part of the district Prague 7. In the past it was a heavily industrial suburb; today it is home to the main site of the Prague's National Gallery in Veletržní palác, National Technical Museum, and a convention centre, Výstaviště Praha. On the Strossmayer Square lies neo-Gothic Church of St. Anthony of Padua. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°6'2"N, 14°26'15"E

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Praha 7 (Praha Sedm 7)Prague Czech Republic

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Holešovice – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cross Club, National Technical Museum, Negrelli Viaduct, Bílá labuť.

0.6 miNE
Nightlife, Dancing
Cross Club, Prague
16 min walk • Cross Club is an iconic cultural venue nestled in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic, known for its eclectic atmosphere and innovative design. This avant-garde club is a haven for music enthusiasts, artists, and anyone seeking an immersive experience in one of...
0.6 miW
Transport history and astronomy displays
National Technical Museum, Prague
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Prague, the National Technical Museum stands as a testament to the Czech Republic's rich industrial and technological heritage. This museum, a beacon for science and engineering enthusiasts, offers an in-depth look at the ingenuity that has...
~1940 ftSE
Bridge
Negrelli Viaduct, Prague
10 min walk • The Negrelli Viaduct, Czech republic, is a railway bridge over the Štvanice island that connects the Masaryk Railway Station in Prague with Bubny.
0.7 miS
Shopping, Department store
Bílá labuť, Prague
18 min walk • Bílá labuť is a department store on Na Poříčí Street in central Prague, Czech Republic. It is considered to be one of the finest examples of interwar avant-garde architecture. It is recognised by the Prague Municipality as an architecturally valuable building and is protected as a cultural real estate monument.
0.4 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Art Nouveau architecture
Výstaviště Praha, Prague
10 min walk • Výstaviště in Prague is an exhibition ground which is used for exhibitions, concerts and other cultural events, founded in 1891. It is located near the metro station on Metro line C Nádraží Holešovice.
0.6 miE
Theater
RockOpera Praha, Prague
15 min walk • Millennium Theatre is a theatre in Prague, Czech Republic. It has one of the largest auditoriums in the capital, with over 900 seats, and has staged many popular musicals as well as a whole array of cultural events.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Specialty museum
Lapidarium, Prague
11 min walk • The Lapidarium is a lapidarium and a part of the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic. It is the largest permanent exhibition of historical collections of stone sculpture, tombs and architectonical fragments originating from Bohemia, mostly from Prague.
0.7 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Muzeum hlavního města Prahy, Prague
19 min walk • The City of Prague Museum is located in Prague, Czech Republic. Langweil's Model of Prague is exhibited in the main building of the museum. Museum buildings include: Main Building, Podskalí Custom House at Výtoň, Ctěnice Chateau, Prague Towers, House at the Golden Ring, and Architectural Triangle.
0.6 miNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Planetárium Praha, Prague
15 min walk • Planetárium Praha is a planetarium located in Bubeneč, Prague, Czech Republic, next to the Stromovka park and Výstaviště Praha. Its dome is one of the largest in the world, measuring 23.5 m in a diameter. It was opened on November 20, 1960. It is equipped with both optomechanical and digital projectors.
0.7 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Hudební divadlo Karlín, Prague
19 min walk • The Musical Theatre Karlín is a theatre in the Karlín district of Prague devoted largely to the performance of operettas and musical theatre. Built in 1881, it is now the second largest theatre in Prague after the Prague State Opera.
0.6 miSW
Bridge
Franz Joseph Bridge, Prague
17 min walk • Franz Joseph Bridge, later renamed Štefanik Bridge, was a suspension bridge over the Vltava in Prague, opened in 1868. The bridge was designed by the English engineer Rowland Mason Ordish.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Holešovice?

Nearby attractions include Prague 7, Prague (3 min walk), svatý Antonín Paduánský, Prague (5 min walk), Trade Fair Palace, Prague (6 min walk), Štvanice, Prague (9 min walk).

How to get to Holešovice by public transport?

The nearest stations to Holešovice:

Bus

Řezáčovo náměstí • Lines: 156 (1 min walk)
Vltavská • Lines: 156, 905, 911 (4 min walk)

Metro

Vltavská • Lines: C (2 min walk)
Nádraží Holešovice • Lines: C (16 min walk)

Tram

Vltavská • Lines: 1, 12, 14, 25 (4 min walk)
Strossmayerovo náměstí • Lines: 1, 12, 17, 25, 26, 41, 6, 8, 91, 93, 94, 96 (6 min walk)

Train

Praha-Bubny (4 min walk)
Praha-Holešovice zastávka (10 min walk)

Ferry

Pražská tržnice • Lines: P7 (12 min walk)
Ostrov Štvanice • Lines: P7 (14 min walk)