Last year, the Czech Republic celebrated its 100th birthday, and the country's capital city was named one of 2018's top destinations by the New York Times.

Bisected by the Vltava River, “the City of a Hundred Spires" is known for its Old Town Square, colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and its medieval astronomical clock, which gives an animated hourly show. Besides the stunning architecture, there are also enough local libations and delightful dishes to appease any traveler.

It’s more doable than you think. According to travel site Skyscanner, there are plenty of flights from Detroit to Prague in the next few months, and the prices aren't too shabby.

So if you're looking for a change of scenery, here are some deals to put on your to-do list.

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Flight deals to Prague

Currently, the cheapest flights between Detroit and Prague are if you leave on April 1 and return from the Czech Republic on April 9. WOW air currently has tickets for $595, roundtrip.

There are also deals to be had in March. If you fly out of Detroit on March 27 and return from Prague on April 3, WOW air can get you there and back for $621 roundtrip.

Top Prague hotels

To plan your stay, here are two of Prague’s top-rated hotels, that we selected from Skyscanner's listings based on price and customer satisfaction.

The Sophie's Hostel (Melounova 2)

First up there's the 4.8-star rated The Sophie's Hostel, which has rooms for $16/night.

Located in Prague, the hostel is near the Czech National Museum, Czech Technical University and Wenceslas Squares. Additional attractions include the Prague National Theatre.

The Louren Hotel (Slezska 55 Slezska 832/55)

Another popular option is The Louren Hotel. With a five-star rating on Skyscanner, the hotel is one of the most luxurious in the city. Rooms are currently listed for $92/night.

Featured Prague restaurant

Prague has plenty of top-notch dining options. Here is the most popular, according to Skyscanner.

Marina (Alsovo Nabrezi)

If you're looking for a local favorite, head to Marina, which has an average of 4.6 stars out of five reviews on Skyscanner.

"[It's an] excellent restaurant on a boat in Prague," wrote visitor Barbara. "You can get everything there from Mediterranean to Czech food. I had the buffalo mozzarella and the beef cheeks on beetroot puree. [It was all] simply delicious."

What to see and do in Prague

Prague is also full of sites to visit and explore. Here are some popular attractions to round out your trip, again from Skyscanner's listings.

The Charles Bridge (Karlův most)

First up is The Charles Bridge.

Joining the Lesser Side with Old Town, the Charles bridge is famously the best spot for viewing the Prague Castle. Thousands of people traverse this cobbled bridge every year in search of magic, bohemia and possibly the good-luck plaque at the 16th statue. Find street performers, vendors and a pleasant view of the city and Prague Castle from this iconic eastern European landmark.

Old Town Square (Staroměstské nám.)

Then, there's Old Town Square, the oldest and most populated square in this historic city.

While there are a number of architectural styles that can be seen throughout the space, the dominating figure is the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, a massive Gothic structure completed in the 15th century. Visitors can also check out the astronomical clock, the Jan Hus Memorial and the baroque St. Nicholas Church. 

"The buildings surrounding this plaza are glorious and will make your visit awe inspiring. It is beautiful — let alone a great tourist attraction," wrote visitor Schel. 

Prague Castle (Prague 11908)

Lastly, spend some time at Prague Castle.

The former royal compound is actually a series of castles, with a cathedral and several gardens and plazas at the center. If you visit during the day, make sure to catch the changing of the guard, which occurs every hour (the most spectacular of which takes place at noon).

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