Prague Astronomical Clock

Activities

The Old Town Hall is located on the Old Town Square and was established in 1338 as the seat of the Old Town administration. The complex consists of 5 buildings. The dominant part of the building is a Gothic tower with a chapel and a unique astronomical clock, where every hour between 9:00 AM and 11:00 PM, the twelve apostles rotate. Start your tour on the first floor, where the staterooms are located. Continue to the Gothic chapel of the Virgin Mary and the ceremonial halls. Afterwards, use the staircase leading to the third floor to the viewing gallery of the 70-meter tall tower and enjoy the most amazing views of Prague. A guided visit of the Old Town Hall medieval underground is included in your entrance ticket, so make sure not to miss out!

See the best of Prague from an open-top bus, and enjoy panoramic views of all the most famous sights. Depart from near the Old Town Square, where you can admire the Astronomical Clock. Continue through the oldest part of the city, admiring the cobblestone streets that radiate in all directions. Highlights of the Old Town include the Municipal House on the site of the old Royal Court. Marvel at the mosaics on its façade, considered by many to be the most beautiful building in the city. See the sights of the Josefov district, the former Jewish Ghetto of Prague. Completely surrounded by the Old Town, its landmark monuments include the Old-New Synagogue and 19th-century Spanish Synagogue with its Moor-inspired exterior. Pass Prague’s oldest surviving Gothic building at the St. Agnes Monastery. See national monuments, such as the State Opera House and New Town Hall. Admire the bridges over the Vltava River, including the famous Charles Bridge. Upon arrival in the Prague Castle district, enjoy a 30 or 40-minute break for a short stroll around the famous landmarks. Go to the Loreta pilgrimage site. Marvel at the extraordinary architecture of the Dancing House. Other landmarks you will pass on the tour include the National Museum, Rudolfinum Music Hall, and Powder Tower. Along the way, you will learn the history of the city and its famous landmarks from a pre-recorded commentary in your native language, available in 26 different languages (Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, and Vietnamese).

Discover over two floors of illusion and trick art in a historically protected building in the heart of Old Town Square. From either level of the museum, you’ll also be able to get a unique view of the Square’s iconic astronomical clock.   You’ll encounter illusion art in many different styles, some rooted deep in history, others contemporary and cutting-edge. See anamorphic installations of renowned historical figures, metallurgic painting, trick art, spatial illusions, and more. Admire original works from internationally-recognized artists like Patrick Hughes and Patrik Proško, as well as the work of many exciting local artists. Your multilingual guide will provide context to the exhibitions and building as well as help you with photo opportunities.   Both floors offer the finest views of Prague’s iconic astronomical clock without the crowds of the square below. After exploring the exhibition, relax in the museum café or outdoor seating while enjoying fresh coffee and homemade baked goods and local specialties.

Be led on an exciting self-guided tour around the Old Town Prague while playing an exciting mobile-based quest. Solve clues and discover the fascinating history of the important medieval and new cathedrals, squares, and landmarks. Download the app and begin the adventure in Wenceslas Square. Then, walk to the castle, seeing many major city highlights including Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, and St. Vitus. Follow clues that will take you through grand boulevards, winding cobblestone streets, and up the oldest castle stairs to unlock secret stories of gothic Prague.  Learn about Prague's 14th century history through the eyes of their greatest medieval ruler and builder, Charles IV. Use the clues to lead you from one site to another. Each clue provides you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. Complete the tour in about 1.5 hours, however, there’s no time limit, allowing you to go at your own pace.  Play as a group or split into smaller groups/teams and compete against the others. Each person can also play on their own, separate from the group, and meet the group at the end of the tour.

This tour provides a fantastic opportunity to see the main historical sights and monuments in Prague - including the popular changing of the guards ceremony at Prague Castle - within the space of 3 hours.  Embark on a sightseeing tour of Prague, which Bernard Bolzano once dubbed the 'city of a hundred towers'. You'll begin by the Estates Theater in the Old Town, which hosted the premiere of Mozart’s opera Don Giovanni. You'll pass the National Theater, enjoying a marvelous panoramic view of Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, Rudolfinum - home to the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, the Powder Gate, Wenceslas Square, the center of New Town - where Czech history was written, Charles Square, and the renowned Dancing House. Then, you'll cross the Jirásek Bridge into the enchanting Lesser Quarter, where you'll admire Saint Nicholas Church. The first part of the tour takes place on a minibus. Afterwards, you'll walk along Prague Castle, which once housed the offices of Czech kings. Soldiers from the elite Prague Castle Guard will welcome you at the gates of Prague Castle. You'll get to watch the ceremonial changing of the guard, which includes fanfare and a flag ceremony. You'll visit Saint Vitus Cathedral, where the Czech Crown Jewels are kept and King Charles IV, father of the nation, is buried. In Lobkowicz Palace, you can stop to enjoy a refreshing, delicious cup of coffee in a beautiful historic café. Afterwards, you'll walk down to Malostranske Square, where a minibus will be waiting for you. You'll pass through the Jewish Quarter, seeing the oldest synagogue in Europe along the way, and arrive in the Old Town Square, one of the oldest marketplaces in Prague. There, you'll see historic Town Hall and complete the tour at the world-famous Astronomical Clock, which dates back to 1410.

Experience Prague from a different perspective on a combined tour by Segway and eScooter. Meet for a short briefing and free refreshment of your choice. Jump on a powerful electric scooter and go explore the historical center of Prague on a unique mode of transport.  First, visit Lesser Town. Ride through Kampa Park and pass Lennon's Wall, filled with John Lennon-inspired graffiti and lyrics from songs by the Beatles. Continue around the Charles Bridge, see the famous Peeing Statues by David Černý outside the Franz Kafka Museum and discover a small hidden Prague beach. Cross to Old Town by the Mánes Bridge on your way to the Jewish Quarter and see the oldest preserved synagogue in Europe, the Old-New Synagogue. Then, go into the heart of the Old Town to visit the Old Town Square. Marvel at monuments, such as the rare example of a heliocentric astronomical clock or the Baroque Church of St Nicholas. The Old Town is not only just about history, but also the party district with all the famous Prague music clubs. After that, enjoy a stunning ride alongside the Vltava River and stop for lunch at the Beer Garden on top of the Letna Park. After a short break, ride around the Prague Metronome and enjoy breathtaking views of the hundreds of towers of the old city. Travel alongside the Royal Gardens, journey up to the Prague Castle and see the changing of guards. Continue through the winding streets that date back to the Middle Ages, visit the old Strahov Monastery and venture through the winding paths of Petřín Hill, to experience your eScooter at its best.   Then, make your way uphill around Prague Castle and switch for a Segway and glide off towards the Strahov district. Pass the world's largest sports ground at Strahov Stadium and test your driving skills on a Segway racetrack. After that, ride through the Beverly Hills of Prague and descend down around Strahov Monastery with a beautiful view, from where you can admire the whole city center. Ask your guide for advice on where to go or how to spend the evening elsewhere in Prague. They will also give you practical advice, such as how to avoid rip-off taxis and where to find the best currency exchange services.

Meet your guide in Prague city center and get a short training session to ensure you feel comfortable and confident on the easy-to-drive electric scooter HUGO Bike. See the Prague Metronome, a functional giant metronome in Letná Park. Go past Expo 58, regarded as one of the city's most beautiful buildings and now the home of a popular restaurant. Marvel at the monuments of the Prague Castle complex, and follow in the footsteps of pilgrims to Loreta. See the Strahov Monastery, Petrin Tower and Kampa Island. Scoot past Wenceslas Square and the Estates Theatre. Get a look at the monuments of Old Town Square, such as the Astronomical Clock and Church of St. Nicholas. You will also enjoy a view of Charles Bridge, the National Theater and Estate Theatre. Enjoy approximately 5-minutes at each site you visit so that you can take some memorable photographs and get interesting information from your guide. 

Learn the history of Prague and visit its 10 most famous monuments on a half-day walking tour with an experienced live tour guide. First, admire the glorious architecture of the UNESCO inscribed historic center, formed of the Old Town, New Town, and Lesser Town. Marvel at the imposing Prague Castle which used to be the seat of power for kings of Bohemia and Holy Roman emperors. It is currently the official office of the president of the Czech Republic. The tour includes stops at the famous Charles Bridge, the John Lennon Wall, and the Embassy of Germany. Hear the stories behind the sites and experience the individual magic of each landmark. Visit Old Town Hall with its famous astronomical clock and take a stroll down the well-preserved Jewish Quarter before ending your tour.

Discover Prague in a day on a combined 6-hour walking and boat tour, with a break for a typical Czech lunch. The tour provides a blend of the best aspects of each of the operator’s individual walks, and builds a complete picture of Prague and its historic highlights. You will start from one of the best known of them all; the Astronomical Clock on Old Town Square. Admire the Church of St. James and medieval customs yard of Ungelt. See the Estates Theatre where Mozart´s Don Giovanni was introduced to the world, and the Charles University, the oldest university in central Europe. Moving from the web of tiny alleys, stroll past important milestones in the Jewish Quarter, exploring the former ghetto of small houses and narrow alleys, where the Old Jewish Cemetery, Old-New Synagogue and Jewish Museum await. Continue to Wenceslas Square in the New Town and explore the site of astonishing uprisings throughout Czech history, including the Velvet Revolution of 1989. Your guide will tell you some of the legendary stories. After a typical Czech lunch, cruise along the Vltava River to see the city from the water, including Prague Castle, Lesser Town, the Church of St. Nicholas and the famous Charles Bridge. Board a tram to ascend the hill to explore Prague Castle up-close. This is the heart of Prague, and your guide will lead you through the courtyards to the Old Royal Palace, Basilica of St. George and Royal Garden for some more panoramic views.

Marvel at the monuments of Prague in comfort on a grand 3-hour city tour by private car. Following a pick-up from your hotel, follow a route tailored to your preferences. If there is a particular landmark you want to see, your driver will be sure to take you there. Intended as an introductory tour, see all the highlights in Old Town, New Town, Lesser Town, and Prague Castle complex. Drive up to Prague Castle for panoramic views, and visit the Strahov Monastery at the summit of the hill. Hear a brief explanation of the history of the monastery, and then take a stroll around the castle. Go into the hidden courtyards and face the façade of St. Vitus Cathedral. Next, transfer to Lesser Town to see the John Lennon Wall and Charles Bridge. Enter the Old Town to marvel at Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock. Take a tour of the Jewish Quarter, or drive to the bizarre Dancing House. Admire the monuments on Wenceslas Square, and hear commentaries customized to your interests, whether you want to know more about the city’s history, architecture, or everyday life.