United islands of Prague, Czech Republic, free multi-genre music festival on Bank holidays weekend! 31 of May- 3 of June

#PragueLovesMusic! Music festival called UNITED ISLANDS OF PRAGUE is a multi-genre music festival, which has been held annually since 2004 on Vltava river islands and neighboring locations in the historical centre of Prague. By the reason of people gaining more interest in attending, festival moved to a bigger location and since 2017 it is held at the main hub at Rohansky ostrov.

This year It will also be a celebration with Prague 8’s Karlín for their 200th anniversary which makes this year’s festival more special!

More than 100 bands, on 10 stages, from ALL over the world

And now for the big surprise… this festival will cost you… NOTHING! It’s a free music festival every year gathering more and more people. This year more than 200 artists will perform in 10 stages. More on that, it’s a family festival so, there are plenty of activities for the kids and whole family.

This is a FREE music festival, therefore, entry is FREE!

As it is Bank holidays weekend, you shouldn’t expect cheap tickets. But there are convenient flights to Prague, that to get all the best experience from long weekend : ryanair.com or skyscanner.net

You would arrive late in the evening to Prague airport, so the best option would be to use Bolt or Uber or airport taxi services. Prices are low and it would be fastest way to reach hotel.

More information on routes and train times can be found here>>

Newly opened in September 2013, the pentahotel Prague is located within a 15-minute walk from the Old Town and very close to the United island festival area. You would be able to reach the concert place in a minutes.

You can find more hotels in this area here>>

Prague. One of the most romantic cities in Europe. Did you know that Prague is included in top lists of the most beautiful cities in the world? No? Then stick around for more information about one of the best weekend trips of your life.

First of all, if you’ve never visited Prague, you have to know that Prague is not only the most beautiful city in the world but also it has a very rich historical heritage. The historical capital of Bohema has been in top 10 lists of vacation destinations for years.  Now it’s your turn!

For the first time in Prague, be sure to visit these places:

1. Prague Castle (it is the largest castle complex in the world)
2. Charles Bridge (Ahh.. Paris has Eiffel tower and Prague has Charles Bridge. There is and old saying that if rub the plaque at the base of the statue your wish will come true..:) )
3. The Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock (each hour it springs to life when a row of many different appear and parade in procession across the clock face.
4. St. Vitus Cathedral (not only this incredibly beautiful Cathedral dominates Prague’s skyline but it is also a place of pilgrimage. It’s a Gothic masterpiece which construction began in the middle of 14th century)
5. The Lennon Wall (this unusual piece of art was created immediately after the Beatles legend’s John Lennon’s death. Despite the police’s effort to erase graffiti, the wall kept reappearing until it became the symbol of people’s life and hope. To this day, fans gather up near the wall on the day of Lennon’s death adding some of their sentiments to the wall.
6. Wenceslas Square (it is the entertainment and nightlife center of Prague)
7. Letná Parks (one of the most beautiful places in Prague filled with various flora)

Want to know some additional information about Prague? You can book private guided tour by locals.

Other ideas for your Saturday-Monday activities might be found here>>>

There are plenty of restaurants in Prague! For example, if you want to try some traditional dishes, be sure to visit:

1. Czech Slovak Restaurant Lounge Bar (when in there, order some of their traditional finest – goulash)
2. U Kroka (also has a vegetarian menu)
3. Crème de la Crème Prague (finest gelato you will find in the country)
4. Vzorkovna or dogs bar (locals say that if you didn’t visit it – you’ve never been to Prague)

Czech beer is said to be the best beer in Europe. Don’t miss a chance to have a taste of the finest beer!

The weather here is much hotter than in Dublin with temperatures ranging from 16 to 23 degrees.  The days are beautifully sunny and comfortably warm.

More weather information from WORLD METEOROLOGICAL ORGANIZATION.

Prices estimated based on www.numbeo.com data.