Malostranské and Hradčany gardens are a gem of Prague

Prague - The gardens of Malá Strana and Hradčany in Prague are a green oasis in the middle of the metropolis and a draw for thousands of tourists. Most of them were created from former palace gardens established on the sites of fortifications of Prague Castle and the surrounding slopes according to the Italian model. With a few exceptions, they have undergone reconstruction in recent years and are open to the public. After the winter break, the Valdštejnská Garden in the Senate grounds will be opened today.

Gardens of Prague Castle - The castle is surrounded by a ring of seven gardens, most of which were closed to the public before 1989. After the revolution, extensive reconstructions began, returning the gardens to their appearance from the 1920s, designed by Slovenian architect Josip Plečnik. The southern gardens can now be walked around the entire Castle after reconstruction. Adjacent to the complex are also reconstructed five terrace palace gardens.

Palace Gardens - The baroque gardens are located on the southern slope of the Hradčany hill and connect the Castle with Malá Strana. A system of steep stairs links the Ledebour Garden, Small and Large Pálffy Gardens, Kolowrat Garden, and Small Fürstenberg Garden. The Ledebour Garden Gallery is part of the complex.

Valdštejnská Garden - The expansive garden adjacent to the baroque Valdštejn Palace is adorned with a unique sala terrena, intended for garden concerts, an artificially created stalactite wall, and an aviary with owls.

Gardens of Strahov Monastery - The gardens of Strahov Monastery consist of two smaller gardens, the Convent Garden and the Abbot's Garden, a small Outlook with a vineyard, and the Large Strahov Garden. The Large Strahov Garden is open to the public, while the Abbot's Garden serves as a summer restaurant.

Petřín Gardens - Petřín is an extensive complex of gardens formed around the palaces of Malá Strana. In addition to monastery gardens, the Petřín Gardens include the Lobkovice Garden, Seminar Garden, Kinský Garden, Vrtbovská Garden, Schönborn Garden, and Petřín Park. One of the most beautiful is the Vrtbovská Garden at the Vrtbovský Palace, often referred to as the gem among baroque gardens in all of Central Europe. The Schönborn Garden and part of the Lobkovice Garden are used by the U.S. and German embassies and are not accessible to the public.

Vojanovy sady - This 2.4-hectare garden was opened to the public in 1954 and was named Vojanovy sady in memory of Czech actor Eduard Vojan. Vojanovy sady is among the oldest partially preserved gardens in Prague, as it originated partly from the former fruit garden established after the demolition of the bishop's residence in 1248.

Černínská Garden - This two-level garden is located next to the Černín Palace. It is used by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is only occasionally accessible to the public.