Nerudova-walk the King's Procession and enjoy the characteristics for each building.

Kampa island-you can view the river, the bridges, the trees (all in shades of golden autumn colors in September), Prague families strolling, the green grass, like a postcard. The Jewish quarter-Go see the cemetary-it's the only one to have survived WWII. Get lost in the neighbourhood-you will come across the ritzy part of town as well as old cafes, art nouveau buildings. The Frank Gehry 'Fred and Ginger' building.

Old Town Square-the Horologe, the clock that chimes with action every hour.

A concert at Church of St Nicholas's, Lesser Town Square-supposedly, Mozart had played on the very same organ. There were a few vendors on Charles Bridge who sold very good artwork, photographs and one woman who sold little houses for reasonable prices and excellent quality.

Quick Tips:

Official Czech tourism site: www.czechcenter.com. I called them (tel: 212-288-0830) to send an information package-one of the best. Includes a booklet with essential information on transport, advice, accomodations, and a colored booklet with map and sightseeing information. When in prague, I brought an excellent book called 'Prague: City Guidebook' published by Kartografie Praha. It is 225KC and includes six walking excursions. Each tour includes photos, historic and interesting information and highlights.

About eating out, the places in Frommer's were good. However, we scouted places on our own-by staying away from tourist traps. We had an excellent meal at a restaurant on Nerudova with Prague ham, roasted duck and potato dumplings. We also had an excellent lunch on sliced ham and bread rolls with coarse salt. In other words, eat what the locals eat and you'll won't get tourist trapped.

Best Way To Get Around:

We took the metro and the tram and found both to be relatively safe even for 2 females traveling alone. At no time did we feel unsafe, even during our walks at night through town. We did make it a point to not be in secluded places. Our apartment on Nerudova was quiet after dark and was not bustling like other parts of town. We did not feel unsafe returning home.

Also, do try to take trains in and out of Prague-the countryside is so beautiful. I resolve to return and possibly rent a car to explore other parts of czech republic.

Our apartment was a huge studio with separate eating area, full kitchen and shower and bathroom. It was well-furnished with comfortable double bed, and a futon/couch for more people if needed.

The apartment was a first-floor walk-up on Nerudova, with a great pub/restaurant right underneath, as well as quaint stores in the area. It is within walking distance to the Castle, Lesser Town Square and Charles bridge. There are many other apartments as well as hotels offered by Tom's-they are helpful in locating where you want to be.

I would also check out their website for information on Czech travel. They have an abundance of information, as well as rental car etc.

We were pleasantly surprised. Our waiter was so attentive and nice. Excellent manners and very considerate. I ordered a tomato salad and a typical czech dish of roasted duck and prague ham with potato dumplings. The salad was tomatoes drizzled with salt, vinegar and olive oil. The main dish was very good but extremely filling. The potato dumplings are an acquired taste-I liked them as they were chewy and gummy, kind of like Japanese mochi but more starchy. I recommend this place because the dishes are more typical and the decoration is very intimate and homey. It's fine dining at an excellent price.

You will see these two connected houses in miniture ceramin replicas all over town. The house with the Three Fiddles is also on that street. The Italian Counsulate is there, with it's iron clad gates and baroque facade. Look out for the old house-signs. Even the red Nerudova street signs on the buildings compose a good photo. At the end of the street, you end up at Church of St Nicholas. I think it closes at 3:45pm, so plan your time well. If all else fails, stay for the organ concert.

There are many cafes, souvenir shops and street fairs during certain seasons. The crowds are there throughout the day and in addition, you have to keep a watch for the horse-drawn carriages that tour the city's center. The building styles include the Gothic, Baroque and Art Nouveau, among others. It is eclectic but somehow, coexists in harmony with each other. By the Hus Memorial, there are benches to sit and watch people go by.

At the side of the square, next to the famous Astronomical Clock, is the tourist information center. Though not the only one in town, this is by far the largest and most informative. The building itself is beautiful and once inside, there are two lines: One for information and one for ticket purchase to cultural events. The agents were very friendly and helpful.

I personally would not have any meals in the square, as the menus looked overpriced and geared towards the tourist. The Jewish Quarter (Josefov) is only a couple of blocks away and would be a much better choice for food.

It did get cloudy on our third day, and it was raining heavily by the morning we left. But I'm sure Prague would still be beautiful, just a different atmostphere under a changed palette. I highly recommend getting there next Fall to see it all.

Also, we were warned to write out the amount paid on the credit card slips you have to sign. I guess some people were unlucky enough to have extra zero's slapped on by the merchant.