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Czech Products in Prague

Czech-Made Arts, Crafts, and Souvenirs

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Czech-made products are the best souvenirs of your visit to Prague. Fortunately, Prague has plenty of locally made souvenirs, arts, and crafts that suit all tastes and budgets. Consider some of the following options if you're interested in Czech products that can be found in Prague.

Czech Puppets

Czech puppets are incredible pieces of three-dimensional art that preserve the Czech puppet-making tradition. While Czech puppets can be expensive, they'll be sure to become heirloom pieces that will inspire conversation as well as creativity.

Czech Art

If you're in the market for authentic Czech art, you won't have to go far, no matter what your budget. Buy a sketch or a painting from a vendor on Charles Bridge for affordable art that will nevertheless brighten your home and remind you of the beauty of Prague for years go come. Or visit fine arts dealers to add to your unique collection.

Manufaktura for Czech Souvenirs

Traditional hand-made souvenirs and bath products can be found at Manufaktura. Textiles, wooden cooking implements,  Czech Easter eggs are only some of the items available here. There are several locations around Prague, so do be sure to investigate at least one outlet while you're there!

Botanicus for Czech Beauty Products

Czech-made beauty products fill Botanicus shops from wall to wall. Natural ingredients imbue soap, shampoo, candles, and more with herbal, fruity, or floral fragrances and health-promoting characteristics.

Halada Jewelry

Though not every piece of jewelry in Halada is house made, Halada does have its own line. Ask an assistant to help you find (or design) a special piece of jewelry that can only be gotten in Prague.

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