Havlíčkovy sady is a historic park in Prague’s Vinohrady district, known for its vineyard, garden features and views over the city. Also called Grébovka, it’s a nearby place to spend time outdoors, with paths connecting historic buildings, a grotto and a pond.
- Location: Vinohrady district, Praha 2, above the north bank of the Botič Stream.
- From Aladin Praha: about a seven-minute walk.
- Park hours: daily, with different closing times from November through March and April through October.
- Features: vineyard, grotto, pond, pavilions, café and playground.
Where Havlíčkovy sady is and how to arrive
Havlíčkovy sady sits in Vinohrady, Praha 2, above the north bank of the Botič Stream. Its boundaries meet Perucká, U Vršovického nádraží, Rybalkova and U Havlíčkových sadů streets. From Aladin Praha, the park is about a seven-minute walk, making it a practical stop close to your base.
The park is a natural addition to time spent around Vinohrady and Vršovice. For more context on the area, see this guide to Vršovice and Vinohrady. If you’re planning a wider city itinerary, you can also use this Prague day route to the historic centre.
Paths, gardens and historic features
The park brings together landscaped grounds, historic structures and garden details across 11 hectares, including 1.5 hectares of vineyards, according to Prague 2. Its development began in 1871 as a private suburban residence for the family of building entrepreneur Moritz Gröbe.
The town of Královské Vinohrady bought the estate in 1905 and opened it to the public as Havlíček’s Park on 16 May 1906. The grounds became an immovable cultural monument in 1964.
Prague City Tourism highlights the Gröbe Villa, Grébovka Vineyard Gazebo, Grébovka Pavilion and artificial Grotta among the park’s historic features. The Grotta and rock garden were designed by Josef Vorlíček. As you walk through the grounds, you’ll also find fountains, water cascades, statues and a pond.
The vineyard is one of the park’s defining features. Prague City Tourism says it extends over 1.7 hectares and produces 4,000 litres of wine annually; Prague 2 gives the vineyard area as 1.5 hectares.
Views and places to pause
Havlíčkovy sady has views over Prague, alongside places to take a break within the park. Prague 2 lists a café, wine cellar, playground and pétanque court among its facilities, as well as the pond, grotto, villa and Vineyard Gazebo.
The Grébovka Pavilion café has a replica of a historic bowling alley from the 1870s. The Gröbe Villa is not normally open to the public, though occasional concerts and exhibitions take place there. If you’re planning your visit around a particular venue or event, check the details before setting out.
Access, opening details and visitor etiquette
The park is listed as open daily from 6:00 to 22:00 from November through March, and from 6:00 to 0:00 from April through October. Hours and access details can change, so check the official site before you go; Prague City Tourism provides the park’s opening schedule.
The accessibility listing reports difficult surfaces and slopes, along with steps. It also notes accessible main and side entrances and an accessible toilet. Dogs may not run freely in the garden, according to Prague City Tourism’s Czech listing.
FAQs
What is Havlíčkovy sady also called?
It is also known as Grébovka. The park is in Prague’s Vinohrady district, in Praha 2.
What historic features can you see in the park?
Key features include the Gröbe Villa, Grébovka Vineyard Gazebo, Grébovka Pavilion and artificial Grotta. The grounds also include a pond, fountains and water cascades.
Is the Gröbe Villa open to the public?
It is not normally open to the public, although occasional concerts and exhibitions take place there.
Are dogs allowed in Havlíčkovy sady?
Dogs may not run freely in the garden, according to Prague City Tourism’s Czech listing.