Dancing House

Dancing House stands out like a wobbly sculpture among Prague's baroque buildings, its curved glass and concrete designed to resemble a dancing couple. You're looking at Frank Gehry's first major European project, completed in 1996 after years of controversy from locals who thought it ruined their historic skyline. The building houses offices, a hotel, and the top floor Ginger & Fred restaurant with panoramic views over the Vltava River and Prague Castle.

Walking up close, you'll notice how the wavy facade creates different silhouettes from every angle, especially where the concrete 'Fred' leans into the glass 'Ginger.' The ground floor feels surprisingly ordinary inside, just a hotel lobby and some shops. Most people spend 10 minutes circling the building for photos, then either head up to the restaurant or cross the river for wider shots. The contrast with neighboring 19th century apartments is jarring in the best way.

Honestly, the exterior is the real show here, and it's completely free. The top floor restaurant charges around 800 CZK for mains and gets packed with tour groups by noon. Skip the overpriced drinks on the roof terrace unless you're desperate for Castle views. The building photographs better from across the river anyway, where you can capture it alongside Prague's traditional architecture for context.