SHOPPING SPREE

Seven out of ten European online customers buy goods in e-shops outside their home country, 57 percent even outside Europe. The reason is mainly better prices, wider offer or cheaper transport. Increasingly, they also make decisions based on how they can return goods if they do not like or fit the size.

Of course, this does not mean that customers give up on domestic production. After all, with that, all the shops could clos e. But the foundation is clear - you need to be assertive and be able to offer something unique to your customers that they can‘t buy elsewhere.

And we have prepared such tips for you on the following pages. We chose carefully and promise that in each of the presented establishments you can get something that they would not offer anywhere else. We wish you good hunting!

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Veletržní 333/48, Prague 7

Phone: +420 607 773 350 www.kuraz.cz

“Kuráž” is not just an online shop offering original jewellery, clothing, natural cosmetics or decorations by Czech and Slovak designers. In Veletržní street in Prague 7, you can also find a brick-and-mortar shop where you can physically look at and try them on. Give your birthday gifts to newlyweds, parents, partners, friends, children or just make yourself happy. There is something for everyone.

Haštalská 757/21, Prague 1

Phone: +420 607 773 350 www.pernickuvsen.cz

We are a small Prague gingerbread shop. We have a pure gingerbread or decorated, filled with plum or appricot jam, with chocolate, wallnuts or poppy seeds. We also bake delicious buns, cakes, carrot cake or poured gingerbread with coconut and many other treats. We offer products from small Czech manufacturers. For example Frolik‘s coffee, Vladimir‘s syrups, mead and honey from the Bohemian Paradise and gifts from czech artists. So in our shop you can buy something to eat and a gifts for your loved ones.We look forward to you.

Smetanovo nábřeží 334/4, Prague 1

Phone: +420 222 263 526 www.deelive.cz

You will find the Deelive design store in the SmetanaQ building in the very heart of Prague. On an area of almost 200 square meters, you will find a wide range of design products. Starting from home accessories, interior decorations, glass and porcelain to women‘s and men‘s fashion, jewellery, accessories, handbags or backpacks.

Vodičkova 35, Prague 1

Phone: +420 775 407 298 www.hugochodibos.cz

In the Hugo Chodí Bos toy shop, you will find a large selection of antique and modern toys - beautiful design toys that are fun, colourful, beautiful and educational. It’s important to note that all of the items sold in this fabulous toy store are made in the Czech Republic, so what you’re buying are exclusively top-quality local goods.

Jilská 22, Prague 1

Phone: +420 724 307 198 www.maximum.cz

Maximum Underground, a CD and vinyl shop, is located in the center of Prague in a cobbled passage leading to Jilská Street. At Maximum Underground you will find the best selection of alternative music and other genres on CD, LP, MC and DVD. You can choose from a wide range of experimental music, blues, soul, hardcore, indie, punk, reggae/dub, rockabilly, ska and more.

Moravská 20, Prague 2

Phone: +420 222 516 403 www.soms-thai.cz

Smaller massage studio with a family atmosphere offers a perfect experience of certificated Thai masseuses (of course native Thai women) who have rich experience not only in Thailand but also from the Czech Republic. They offer traditional Thai massage, reflexology foot massage, Thai or peeling oil massage and many others. Till the 31st of December 2014 are some types of massages discounted.

Žerotínova 66, Prague 3

Phone: +420 737 454 075 www.oldtoys.cz

The Old Toys e-shop specializes in antique toys, knick-knacks, baubles, trinkets, and more, especially for collectors and those looking for retro or antique toys in Prague. The selection of old toys includes table games, dolls, teddy bears, model cars, metal toys, children‘s books and more, while the selection of new toys includes the „retro“ Igračeks (the Czech version of Playmobiles), dolls, baby coaches, and much more.

Melantrichova 17, Prague 1

Phone: +420 221 632 480 www.manufaktura.cz

Established in 1991 Manufaktura, a popular gift shop chain selling a variety of handmade Czech goods, is a 100% Czech company, and is famous for selling traditional handmade wooden toys and folk art plus a wide variety of natural cosmetics and soaps inspired by balneology and made from natural Czech ingredients such as Czech beer, Moravian wine, Carlsbad (Karlovy Vary) thermal salts, Dead Sea salt, curative herbs, and more.

The exchange office not far from Wenceslas Square offers fair exchange rates with no commission. We are the oldest Western Union agent in the Czech Republic.

We offer cash money transfers of Western Union to all over the world. Cash transfers to bank accounts in selected countries are also available.

Jindřišská 897/13, Praha 1

+420 224 229 524

You might think that shopping in shopping malls has nothing to surprise you. It‘s always the same impersonal style, with lots of cold metal and glass, and lacks that warm atmosphere. Palladium is different. Thanks to its history and the distinctive character of the place, it is a remarkable landmark in the heart of Prague that is worth a visit, as evidenced by the fact that more than 250 million satisfied visitors have passed through Palladium since its inception.

The history of the site on which the shopping center now stands dates back to the 12th century, the Romanesque period, when the first stone buildings were built here. The remains of the stone Romanesque palaces have become part of the interior of the present building and can be admired, for example, in the Luxor bookshop. At the end of the 18th century, the local area was adapted for the needs of the army and a large barracks complex with a unique riding hall was built, which served the army until 1993. The site has an important position in the history of the Czech Republic. During his service in the army, Josef Kajetán Tyl composed the Czech national anthem here. The riding hall today is reminiscent of the original ceiling at the entrance to the shopping center or the relief of a horse‘s head in the small hall at the entrance from Na Poříčí Street. In addition to the history, visitors will be attracted by the new design of the entrance from náměstí Republiky Square, where the intermediate door has been enlivened by a distinctive design element - a light installation from the North Bohemian company Preciosa. It is an installation consisting of more than 500 glass tubes that welcomes customers with a unique light show.

Palladium has been created by sensitively combining historical elements with modern architecture to create a unique atmosphere that has made the building a distinctive landmark in the city center, an attractive destination for many visitors, and a real shopping experience. The popularity of the Palladium shopping center was confirmed by the expert jury awarding it the prestigious Superbrands award for 2023.

The +2 floor is dedicated to gastronomy and is presented under the Tasty Garden brand after renovation. From classic restaurants (Indian, Thai, Czech or Neapolitan pizzeria Anthropomorphous) to fast-food restaurants and specialties such as freshly prepared waffles or fruit juices and ice creams, there is something for everyone.

On the +2 floor (next to the fitness center) customers can visit the „relaxation zone“. Here they can find comfortable seating, charge their mobile phone, borrow and read a book from the library or view an exhibition of photo images by Alexander Dobro, a renowned Czech photographer.

In the Zone, lovers of modern technology can delve into the mysteries of virtual reality and experience a breathtaking simulation of the flight of a captor over the Alps, catch prey as a leopard, team up to prevent the destruction of the galaxy as the Defenders of the Universe or protect their fortress from dozens of enemies as the Brave Archers and play many other games. The installation also includes an educational part where visitors can see, for example, the human body or the solar system through virtual reality. Visitors can play on 3 stations for individuals or one in a group of 2 to 4 players.

The zone is open free of charge daily from 11 am to 6 pm. A license fee is required for selected virtual reality games náměstí Republiky 1, Prague 1

Shopping: 9:00–21:00

Infokiosek: 9:00–21:00

Infokiosek – gift voucher sale: 10:00–20.00

Gaming – Art – Relax Zone: 11:00–18:00

Parking: nonstop, 600 parking places /PalladiumPraha.cz

Phone.: +420 225 770 25

Ovocný trh 19, Prague 1

Phone: +420 224 236 378 www.kubista.cz

This shop is not only wonderful in the fact that it is located in one of the most famous Cubist structures in the world, but also because the shop offers unique Czech Cubist and Art Deco meticulously restored originals and replicas of furniture, décor, ceramics, and jewelry. Kubista was opened in 2002 and has quickly become popular with local and international clients alike.

U Lužického semináře 10, Prague 1

Phone: +420 380 711 203 www.shakes.cz

Situated in picturesque Mala Strana, Shakespeare and Sons, best English bookstores in Prague, has a very good selection of English books of all genres. A small section in the back of the store hosts a variety of very inexpensive classics. Located in a whimsical building, also boasts a historic cellar reading room with gorgeous Charles Bridge views where you can chill out with your favorite book and a cup of coffee.

Kozí 1, Prague 1

Phone: +420 222 316 823 www.bakeshop.cz

This establishment is located in the heart of Old Town just steps away from Old Town Square. It has become a household name in the area for its baked goods. Everything in the shop is made from scratch and 100% fresh as goods are baked daily. The diverse selection of goods is quite extensive ranging from bread to loaf cakes, savory pies, canapes, and even wedding cakes. Bakeshop has a small yet comfortable seating area.

Chvalova 8, Prague 3

Phone: +420 607 914 992 www.bohemianretro.com

Bohemian Retro is the best place to find retro fashion in the capital city of Prague. The colorful store offers a wonderful collection of retro sunglasses, leather and fabric bags from briefcases to hand-beaded clutches, womenswear, menswear, vintage buttons, a rainbow array of plastic and glass beaded necklaces, and much, much more. Store also features collectibles from Czechoslovakia, perfect for decorating your old Bohemian flat.

When there is someone with a grumpy expression that points out that he would like to kill you, don‘t take it personally. Prague residents are always in a hurry and still seem to be in a bad mood. In short, it works like that here. But otherwise they are fine!

You can also recognize true Praguers by ignoring the traffic lights. In short, he is looking for every possible space that will be offered to him on the road, and when he sees the opportunity, he immediately crosses the street. Red, green, it doesn‘t matter.

The Czech Republic is well known for its excellent beer, and the Czechs have certainly never concealed themselves by being able to „send a few pieces“ to themselves. But if you with such a Praguer for a beer, don‘t be fooled. “Going out for one beer” is really just a phrase. Every Czech drinks an average of 142 liters of beer per year, while during an average session, the trained Pragueer handles some 8 pieces and is not even out of his breath.

You will probably feel like lazy, because the Praguers have - it seems - planned perhaps every minute of the day. And this also applies to weekends. It can only be Monday morning and the right Praguer already knows what he will do on the weekend.

Although Prague has one of the best transport links in Europe, if we talk about public transport (train, metro, tram, bus), Prague citizens are still obsessed with driving everywhere. And even though they have to wait in the traffic jams for an hour.

Praguers are vigilant because someone keeps putting them something on the street or wants money from them. And this is really annoying them. Therefore, when you stop them, they immediately go into defense mode and can look very dull. Don‘t let this scare you. As soon as he realizes that you just want some advice, they change completely and almost leads you to the place. They don‘t seem that, but they‘re sweeties!

Dermacol Czech cosmetics have been perfecting skin and caring for the beauty of women for more than half a century. Already in the sixties

Dermacol make-up was used by Hollywood stars, and even after 50 years it is synonymous with perfection around the world.