Astronomical Clock, Old Town Hall & Tower

To witness its intricate construction in motion, join the crowd on the square in front of the tower and watch the Procession of the Twelve Apostles: a trap door opens and Christ leads his disciples out, as a skeleton representing Death tolls a bell to a statue of a defiant Turk.

The spectacle takes place on the hour, every hour from 08:00 to 23:00, and is a must-see for first-time visitors to Prague.

Below the Astronomical Clock, 12 medallions depict the signs of the zodiac. These were added in 1865 by renowned Czech painter Josef Mánes.

Old Town Hall Tower
The Old Town Hall Tower (Věž Staroměstské radnice), constructed in 1338, is one of Prague's most iconic landmarks. Climb to the gallery at the top of the tower (elevation 42m) to enjoy sweeping views over the Old Town and beyond, reaching as far as Prague Castle.

Visitors can either walk up the tower or ride a lift (supplement applies).

Tickets are available on-site. Price: 350 CZK.

Old Town Hall Complex
The Old Town Hall Tower is part of the Old Town Hall complex. The tower was originally built as a single structure, however, in 1364 it was knocked into a private house adjoining it. The structure was further enlarged over the next century by connecting it to additional houses, and the entire complex became known as the Old Town Hall.

In 1470, the facade of the Old Town Hall was remodelled in the Gothic style, and extensive work was carried out to unify its interior.

Old Town Hall Historical Halls & Gothic Chapel
Inside the Old Town Hall are richly decorated Historical Halls (or state rooms), used for council meetings and civic ceremonies. The oldest is the Council Hall, which dates from the 15th century.

On the second floor of the tower, behind the Astronomical Clock, is the Gothic Chapel of the Virgin Mary, built in 1381. Visitors to the chapel can get a close up view from the rear of the mechanical Procession of the Twelve Apostles.

Access is by guided tour only. A tour of the Historical Halls, Gothic Chapel and Medieval Underground (see below) runs in English every 1½ to 2 hours, between 10:00 and 19:00.

Tickets are available on-site. Price: 150 CZK.

Medieval Underground
Beneath the Old Town Hall lies the Medieval Underground, a fascinating labyrinth of chambers and tunnels, including the former Old Town Prison.

Access is by guided tour only. A tour of the Medieval Underground runs in English every 1½ to 2 hours, between 10:00 and 19:00.

Tickets are available on-site. Price: 100 CZK.

Prague Tourist Information Centre
The reception area of the Old Town Hall houses a Prague Tourist Information Centre. It provides free maps of Prague, information on events, museums and historical monuments, and public transport information - Prague tourist information.

Tip for Visitors: If you wish to visit the Tower only, there is no need to pre-book, just buy tickets on the day. However, to visit the rest of the Old Town Hall complex, we strongly recommend pre-booking the Old Town, Tower & Medieval Underground Tour. Along with an excellent guided tour of the Old Town, it includes skip-the-line entry to the Tower, Historical Halls, Gothic Chapel, and Medieval Underground. Plus, the guide handles all tickets and timings. If you visit independently, you are likely to spend a long time both queuing for tickets and waiting for the next available tour (if one is available).