Nové Město (New Town)

Prague, Czechia

Overall Safety
Good
3.7 / 5
Based on 12 Safety Metrics

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Summary

Good transport connections, mix of local and tourist spots. Safe during the day, avoid Wenceslas Square at night.

Business and commercial hubMix of locals and touristsGood transport connectionsVaried dining optionsLess charming than historic areas
Details

Wraps around Old Town with Wenceslas Square at its center. 'New' is relative - founded 1348. Mix of offices, shopping streets, residential blocks, architecture from Gothic to modern. Wenceslas Square is more a wide boulevard than a square, lined with shops, hotels, restaurants for locals and tourists. Busy during the day with workers and shoppers. After dark it attracts drunk groups and the vibe deteriorates. Side streets have better cafes and restaurants at normal prices. Traditional Czech restaurants and bistros handle solo diners fine. Three metro lines intersect here, easy to reach other parts of Prague. Generally safe during business hours, but skip Wenceslas Square late at night - stick to better-lit side streets. Less charming than Old Town, more authentic than pure tourist areas.

Safety Ratings

Daytime Safety

Good

Night Walking Safety

Good

Harassment Risk

Moderate

Public Transport Safety

Good

Pickpocketing Risk

Moderate

Scam Risk

Moderate

Police Visibility

Good

Emergency Services

Excellent

Evening Venues

Good

Solo Dining

Good

Drug Activity

Moderate

Homelessness Visibility

Moderate

Getting By in English

Good

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Recommended Places

Cafes

  • Café Louvre
  • Myšák Café
  • EMA Espresso Bar

Restaurants

  • Kantyna
  • Pizzeria Kmotra
  • U Fleků

Bars

  • Swim Club & Café
  • Lucerna Music Bar

Other Spots

  • Wenceslas Square
  • National Theatre
  • Dancing House
Impressions & Tips

"Great during the day but avoid Wenceslas Square at night"

"Good value restaurants on side streets"

"Convenient metro connections to everywhere"

"Felt less safe here at night compared to Vinohrady"

"Mix of authentic and touristy - depends where you go"

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