When in Prague it can be rather easy to become overwhelmed with the pure beauty of this gorgeous storybook city. While the rich history and stunning architecture will blow you away, do not forget to take a bit of time to explore the great lush green areas that surround this beautiful city. Of all of these areas, there may be no better place to visit than Vrtba Garden. This Baroque style garden is unforgettable and is without question one of the top gardens of its kind within the region. For those who are a bit tired from a full day of sightseeing, this garden is the [perfect place to come and take things slow in this gorgeous tranquil environment
From the garden, visitors enjoy an excellent view of St. Nicholas Cathedral which was originally constructed in 1283 and is an important landmark within the city. The garden is located in lesser town and is somewhat difficult to see from the surrounding area if you are not looking for it. The terraced garden whisks you mind away from the busy city and lures visitors in with its charm and this is a place where your worries seem to float away. It is advised that you visit the garden in the spring or summer seasons while flowers are in bloom as it is the time of year that the garden is at its best.
Within the garden itself are an array of lush flower beds which are ornately decorated with Roman Gods and Goddesses. The varying height of the beds and the gardens location within the city center make this garden particularly unique and beautiful. Admission to the garden is very reasonably priced and the garden is open from 10AM-6PM, though check ahead as times do change seasonally. The garden is located centrally within the city and is nearby many other top attractions within the city. When coming to view the gardens, set aside a good hour or so to stroll through and relax. This is also a great place to bring groups so bring the whole group when coming here as family and group rates area also available.
The perfectly manicured gardens, flawless statues and grand staircases set the scene for what is a stunning attraction and it is said that this garden has kept its same appearance from the 18 th century, a theme that is very common throughout Prague. The garden also plays hosts to weddings and cooperate events as this is a highly sought after location within Prague. It is rare in such a large city to find such a pristine and preserved garden that offers as much as Vrtba Garden does. Statues of Venus and Adonis can be found here which were done by Riener. Theater performances and concerts are also held here on occasion, so check ahead to see if there might be an event for you to come and enjoy in this truly unique setting. When in Prague, this may be the best place to come and kill an hour or two between your sightseeing activities.
