Locals wrap up sunny days along Prague's Vltava River quays at Náplavka, picnicking with beers from the nearby supermarket or Bajkazyl (summer spot at the foot of Palackého Bridge—often one, two, three, or more). Catch the Saturday morning farmers' market before it relocates.
Rašínovo nábřeží.
Rainy weather? Slip into Bio Oko cinema for original-language indie films (sometimes French) from a lounge chair or even your car. Sip drinks at the bar or mini-terrace amid the buzz of Beaux-Arts students.
Františka Křížka 460/15. +420 608 330 088. www.biooko.net.
Prague's top graphic designers and illustrators—plus talents from Slovakia, Hungary, and Slovenia—showcase at this art bookshop. Score rollable posters and screen prints at wallet-friendly prices, or pick a PageFive-published book.
Veverkova 5. +420 777 847 048. www.pagefive.com.
Acclaimed duo Babeta Ondrová and actor Jan Slovák craft vibrant, graphic wallpapers that brighten Czech homes. Made locally, they're ideal for a decor refresh now.
Zlatnická 12. +420 230 234 974. www.lavmi.cz.
Martina Malá's charming micro-boutique refreshes its fashion and accessory picks every six weeks, pop-up style. Join "vernissage" launches near a gallery highlighting edgy local and global designers. A true favorite.
Karoliny Světlé 17. +420 737 144 667. www.kurator.cz.
Post-Kurator shopping, fuel up affordably at family-run Bistro n°19—like grandma's kitchen with Czech comfort food. This mini-canteen neighborhood spot also showcases design.
Karoliny Světlé 19. +420 776 797 242. www.no19.cz.
