Or how the city is quietly reshaping its social and cultural scene.
Strike through the idea that Prague is yesterday’s news. In the vibrant chaos of city life, the Czech capital has decided to overshoot expectations yet again. Recent expansions and ambitious renovations are reshaping the metropolis into a haven for anyone craving something fresh—be it for events, cultural experiences, or a bite to eat.
By the end of next year, the city will boast event spaces accommodating over 6,500 attendees and a tempting 1,000 new hotel rooms. But don’t think these shiny additions are strictly for well-heeled event organizers clutching their spreadsheets—locals are in for a ride too, with upgraded options for food, art, and entertainment.
Here’s the quick lowdown:
- Restored historic gems like Fanta Hall and Bubeneč Station offer vintage vibes with modern comfort.
- Expansive renovations of the Prague Exhibition Grounds promise venues and rooftops made for people-watching (or working).
- Planetariums, restaurant halls, and even interactive museums are turning formally mundane locations into irresistible venues.
- A flood of new hotels is redefining the city’s skyline and upping its hospitality game.
Iconic Spaces Reborn
Since early 2024, intriguing new venues have popped up in Prague, adding to its already impressive inventory. Among the major players is the ongoing overhaul of the Prague Exhibition Grounds, with heavyweights like the Křižík Pavilions stealing the spotlight. These spaces not only host up to 4,500 guests but also flaunt green roofs that scream “Instagram me.” Right next door, the overdue upgrade of the Prague Planetarium is scheduled for a summer 2025 unveiling. Its LED dome tech promises enough dazzle to make Las Vegas envious, with space for 700 people, including views from its outdoor terrace.
“One of the most important is certainly the reconstruction in the Prague Exhibition Grounds. Although we will have to wait over a year for the work on the Industrial Palac to be completed, the Exhibition Grounds already offer many new elements,” says Roman Muška, Director of the Prague Convention Bureau
Even the historic Šlechta Restaurant project is inching toward completion, finally delivering long-promised outdoor promenades and a gazebo for picture-perfect events. Locals, rejoice—they’re also adding not one, but three dining facilities.
And because Prague clearly doesn’t believe in doing anything halfway, the Holešovice Market Hall is undergoing an extensive transformation. By late 2025, the former Slaughterhouse Exchange will reopen as a restaurant (Burza), courtesy of the Zátiší Group, serving up space for 300 patrons. Nearby, gastro giants like Ambiente and Together Alliance aren’t too far behind, with Mexicana swinging its doors open to 300 guests in March 2024.
Add to the mix the Mozart Interactive Museum, blending history and tech for event organizers who want their guests to say, “Wow, I didn’t see that coming.”
Hotels: A New Chapter
Not content to leave the hospitality sector out of its grand reinvention, Prague is also rolling out several new hotels guaranteed to rake in praise. Wenceslas Square now boasts the freshly renovated W Prague, a stunner offering 161 rooms and a few intimate spaces for smaller gatherings.
On the flip side, The Cloud One hotel near Masaryk Railway Station is all about numbers—382 rooms, rooftop terraces, and zero nonsense.
And they’re not done yet.
The Fairmont Golden Prague Hotel opens in spring 2025, flaunting jaw-dropping views and facilities for 600 guests. Further down the timeline, the Sir Prague Hotel and the Akroterion project are slated to complete the lineup with smaller, boutique options that still pack a big punch.
At the end of March 2025, the Sir Prague Hotel will offer its capacity of 76 rooms near the Dancing House.
“The last announced and long-postponed project is the introduction of the hotel complex in Železná Street, now under the name Akroterion. After the reconstruction, the hotel should offer about 100 luxury rooms, a restaurant, a spa, and also new conference facilities,” concludes Roman Muška.
Events, Leisure, and Beyond
With reconstructions galore and event spaces morphing sensibilities, Prague is proving a point: a city doesn’t need to choose between its past and future. These “new” venues may appear polished and modern, but they’re grounded in tradition, offering something distinctly unique in an era of cookie-cutter cities. Whether it’s sipping craft lattes inside a restored Art Nouveau railway station or booking a newly minted conference space, Prague keeps raising the bar.
And no, it’s not just for tourists. Locals are scoring big here too: dining, community art spaces, and spots to reflect on why we love and tolerate neighbors in equal measure—they’re all part of this gastronomic and cultural renaissance. Prague is crafting a future that remembers its past. The city is alive, and you’d better believe it is evolving with flair.
