With this ticket to the Prague Astronomical Clock Tower, you'll visit the tower where this emblematic icon of the Czech capital is located, a must-see of the city!
Description
Located next to the Old Town Square, the renowned Prague Astronomical Clock Tower is the primary symbol of the Czech capital. This intricate mechanism lives within the tower of the Staroměstská radnice, which was once the city hall.
We'll meet at the designated location on central Maiselova Street to visit the Astronomical Clock. Here, you'll receive your ticket for the Astronomical Clock. Additionally, we'll provide a concise 20-minute introduction to the tower's history and guide you to its location, just a short five-minute walk from the meeting point.
Upon reaching the tower, you'll enjoy immediate, skip-the-line access to the Old Town Hall's watchtower. Your Prague Astronomical Clock ticket grants you the opportunity to explore the diverse points of interest within this medieval gem.
At the stroke of every hour, the trap doors of the mechanism swing open, revealing animated figures to the audience. This captivating scene is known as the procession of the Twelve Apostles on the Prague Astronomical Clock. In addition to the disciples of Jesus, the clock features automatons representing the Turks, avarice, vanity, and death.
Additionally, you'll be treated to a breathtaking view from the Prague Astronomical Clock tower, offering a magnificent panoramic view of the Old Town, with the imposing Gothic towers of the Church of Our Lady of Týn as a standout feature.
The visit to the Astronomical Clock Tower typically lasts around one hour.
Schedule
The Astronomical Clock in Praga is open from Tuesday to Sunday. Please check the calendar on this page to reserve the time that you prefer.
Tickets + Audio Guide
If you want to download an audio guide in English on your smartphone, this option is the one for you. With this ticket + audio guide option, you'll get to make the most of your visit to the Old Town Square, the Old City Hall, and the Astronomical Clock Tower, listening to historical facts and legends associated with all these places.
