Žižkov

Overview

Žižkov is Prague's most alternative neighbourhood—rough-edged, pub-filled, and home to the world's largest equestrian statue (Jan Žižka) and the sci-fi-esque Žižkov Television Tower with its crawling baby sculptures.

Highlights

• TV Tower: A 216-metre tower with David Černý's giant crawling babies scaling its pillars.
• Pub culture: The highest density of pubs per capita in Prague.
• Jan Žižka statue: The 9-metre bronze Hussite commander atop Vítkov Hill—the world's third-largest equestrian statue.

History

Named after the one-eyed Hussite general Jan Žižka, the district was an independent working-class town until 1922. Its rebel spirit persists in its dive bars and punk venues.

Visitor Tips

• TV Tower: Observation deck at 93 m; there's a one-room hotel suite at 70 m.
• Evening bar crawl: Žižkov's drinking culture is authentic and affordable.
• Duration: 1–2 hours.