Things to Do in Jewish Quarter

Prague's Jewish Quarter survived World War II for the darkest reason imaginable—the Nazis wanted to preserve it as a "museum of an extinct race." Today this historical irony means you can walk through one of Europe's most intact Jewish communities, complete with six synagogues, the famous Old Jewish Cemetery, and extensive museum collections spanning eight centuries. Everything sits in just a few blocks.

Dining options are thin inside the quarter itself. But you're steps from Old Town's best restaurants. King Solomon and Shalom serve kosher food nearby, mixing traditional Jewish dishes with modern takes. Pařížská Street runs right through the quarter with upscale dining, or hit the side streets for Czech pubs. Old Town Square gives you everything from street food to fine dining within five minutes.

April through June and September through October work best. Good weather, manageable crowds. Summer (July-August) gets uncomfortably packed, especially in the cemetery and smaller synagogues. Winter has fewer tourists and a more contemplative feel, though some outdoor areas might be harder to access. Weekday mornings beat afternoons and weekends for crowds.