Czech Souvenirs - Souvenirs from Prague and Czech Republic

Look for These Souvenirs When You Travel to Prague or the Czech Republic

2. Czech Antiques

Czech antiques souvenirs range from Eastern Orthodox icons to the Art Nouveau-styled items of 1920's Bohemia. These Czech souvenirs may require export licenses or special packaging. Be sure you have enough room in your luggage for anything you purchase . . . you don't want to leave your newfound treasures at the mercy of the postal service.

3. Czech Art Souvenirs

You will be able to find Art Nouvea Alfons Mucha reproductions as well as contemporary art when shopping for souvenirs in the Czech Republic. Painters and sculptors from the 20th century have their work on display in a variety of galleries. Local artists, as well as artists from Slovakia and other Eastern European countries feature their artwork in rotating exhibitions that will be both enlightening to view and fun to shop.

4. Czech Souvenir Books

Books, while heavy, are great Czech souvenirs - especially if you plan on practicing your Czech language after returning home. Bookstores will also offer books in English about Czech history, culture, or sights . . . these make good gifts as well as nice commemorative souvenirs for your travels.

6. Czech Glass and Crystal Souvenirs

The Czech Republic is famous for its crystal and glass. Peruse some of the finer, established galleries, or pick up a couple of less expensive pieces at souvenir shops. These Czech souvenirs are wonderful gifts to bring back to loved ones - but again - they require care in transport.

7. Czech Porcelain Souvenirs

Czech porcelain souvenirs are likely to be in the "blue onion" style, which is a blue-on-white pattern inspired by Asian china designs. You will also find a interesting so-called "pink" porcelain, which is made from pink clay (not glazed or painted pink - if you want the authentic stuff, better make sure that it's not imitation before you buy).

8. Czech Jewelry

Czech jewelry is often made with garnets, but other Czech souvenir jewelry is made with vintage or contemporary Bohemian glass. These range from rather low quality mass-produced items to more carefully designed and constructed brooches, bracelets, rings, necklaces, and earrings. Different shops will have different quality standards, so shop around before you make your final choice.

9. Czech Music and Musical Instruments

In Prague, you may want to browse the music selection in the CD shops. Or, if you're a musician yourself, a musical instrument is a good Czech souvenir. Prague revels in its historical connections with Mozart and other fine music, so check out the affordable offerings in the music shops, or snag an authentic antique (probably never used by Mozart).

10. Czech Bath and Body Products

Dr. Stuart's Botanicus is a Czech bath and beauty chain that feature soaps and other products made with plants. Uniquely Czech souvenirs that are locally produced, products from Botanicus are easy to pack, easy to give (or to keep), useful, and affordable.