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Prague sights & Attractions A-Z » Prague Churches & Cathedrals:
Churches and cathedrals in Prague crowd the skyline. From St. Vitus Cathedral to St. Jilji Church, this is the "city of a thousand spires".
Find out more about them on our sightseeing tours and walking tours. Alternatively, book a concert: Prague concerts |
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Address: Loretanske namesti 7, Castle District, Prague 1 |
| The beautiful Loreta is an important pilgrimage site, built to promote the legend of Santa Casa. The church is situated in a delightful courtyard surrounded by chapel-lined arcades. | | |
Adults: 130czk Students: 100czk Children: 100czk | |  |
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Address: Vezenska 1, Josefov, Prague 1 |
| The Spanish Synagogue in Prague is described as the most beautiful synagogue in Europe. Set in the Jewish Quarter (Josefov), this magnificent building forms part of the Jewish Museum, plus is the wonderful setting for early evening classical concerts. | | |
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Address: Resslova 9a, New Town, Prague 1 |
| In May 1942 two Czechoslovak paratroopers assassinated Reinhard Heydrich, the Nazi overseer. A museum in the crypt tells the story. | | |
Adults: 75czk Students: 35czk Children: 35czk | | | |
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Address: Karlova 1, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Clement's Cathedral in Prague forms part of the Klementinum, the largest and one of the most historic complex of buildings in the Old Town. It lies on the Royal path, close to Charles Bridge. | | |
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Address: Prague Castle, Castle District, Prague 1 |
St. George's Basilica was founded by Prince Vratislav (915-921) and is both the best-preserved Romanesque church in Prague, and the oldest church building in the Prague Castle complex.
St. George's Basilica is a popular setting for classical concerts. | | |
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Address: Husova 8, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Jilji Church was founded in the 13th century. Set in the heart of the Old Town, it is a large church with beautifully crafted, high ceilings and ornate decorations; this draws people for both religious services and the regular programme of classical music concerts. | | |
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Address: Martinska 8, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Jilji Church was founded in the 13th century. Set in the heart of the Old Town, it is a large church with beautifully crafted, high ceilings and ornate decorations; this draws people for both religious services and the regular programme of classical music concerts. | | |
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Address: Prague 1 |
| St. Nicholas Church at Malostranske namesti is the largest church in Prague founded by the Jesuits. Began in 1703, it is the masterpiece of Christoph and Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer. | | |
Adults: 70czk Students: 50czk Children: czk | | | |
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Address: Old Town Square, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| The lovely white façade of St. Nicholas Church gleams in the corner of the Old Town Square, hit by the sun during the day and lit by strong white lights at night. Classical concerts are held here. | | |
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Address: Krizovnicke namesti 2, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Salvator Church is part of a group of buildings forming the oldest Czech Jesuit College - the Klementinum. As you cross Charles Bridge to enter the Old Town, St. Salvator is located directly in front of you. The church hosts classical music concerts. | | |
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Address: Salvátorská 1, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Salvator is a lovely, early 17th century church located close to the Old Town Square. It is the largest evangelical church in Prague. It draws people not just for religious services, but also for classical concerts performed at special times of the year. | | |
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Address: Prague Castle, Castle District, Prague 1 |
| St. Vitus Cathedral is the largest, most important church in Prague and one of the main attractions of the Prague Castle complex. The coronations of ancient Czech kings and queens took place here. | | |
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Address: Strahovske Nadvori 1, Strahov, Castle District, Prague 1 |
| Strahov Monastery sits above Petrin Hill, and offers a serene view over the Lesser Town. Take time to contemplate life in this tranquil location, and visit its famous library of over 16,000 books. | | |
Adults: 80czk Students: 50czk Children: 50czk | | | |
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Address: Old Town Square, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| Tyn Church dominates one side of the Old Town Square in Prague. The two spires of this powerful looking Gothic church (with a Baroque interior) can be observed from all over Prague. | | |
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