The park's name refers to the 18th-century wigmaker (parukář) Oldřich Svoboda, who once operated a local factory on the site.
The bunker beneath the park was designed to house up to 5,000 people during the Cold War era.
The hill was historically used as a vineyard during the reign of Emperor Charles IV.
The park is officially known as a 'natural monument' due to its unique geological profile and local flora.
The bunker facility, known as Parukářka Shelter, is sometimes accessible for guided tours or specialized cultural events.
Parukářka is a hilltop park situated on a former vineyard, notable for its panoramic views over the Prague skyline and the Žižkov television tower. The park features a subterranean civil defense bunker system dating to the 1950s that occupies space beneath the hill. A popular local pub, Hospůdka Parukářka, is located directly within the park grounds and remains a focal point for social gatherings. The terrain consists of steep slopes, winding paths, and designated play areas for children. The park occupies a strategic position atop the Parukářka hill, providing distinct vistas of both the Old Town and the Zizkov district. It serves as a major recreational hub for the Žižkov neighborhood, often hosting local cultural events and open-air gatherings.
The highest point of the hill near the central plateau, looking toward the Prague Castle and the city center.
Bring a picnic blanket as the park’s main activity is sitting on the slopes to watch the sunset.
Wear sturdy walking shoes to navigate the steep, unpaved inclines of the hill.
Visit the pub for local beer; it is considered a classic Žižkov experience.
Do not attempt to walk up the steepest slopes in wet weather as they become slippery; use the established paths.
