Prague Astronomical Clock
The 600-year-old Prague Astronomical Clock Tower is a striking Gothic masterpiece and a testament to medieval ingenuity. Book your Prague Astronomical Clock tickets to enjoy skip-the-line access and uncover how the clock uniquely tracks time through planetary motion and zodiac symbols. Opt for combo tickets to explore more of Prague’s iconic landmarks.
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Fast-track tickets offer skip-the-line access to Prague's Astronomical Clock Tower, saving you time for more exploration.
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An assistant provides a 20-minute English orientation about the Old Town Hall, setting the context for your visit to the Clock Tower.
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Enter Orloj, Prague’s medieval Astronomical Clock from 1410, with intricate carvings and sculptures that adorn the tower’s facade and a clock with astronomical features.
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Enhance your visit with the online audio guide, available in 8 languages, allowing you to tailor the experience to your preferences and comfort.
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Did you know? The figures on the clock represent four things that were despised at the time of its making - Vanity, Greed, Death and Pagan Invasion.
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Fast-track tickets offer skip-the-line access to Prague's Astronomical Clock Tower, saving you time for more exploration.
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An assistant provides a 20-minute English orientation about the Old Town Hall, setting the context for your visit to the Clock Tower.
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Enter Orloj, Prague’s medieval Astronomical Clock from 1410, with intricate carvings and sculptures that adorn the tower’s facade and a clock with astronomical features.
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Enhance your visit with the online audio guide, available in 8 languages, allowing you to tailor the experience to your preferences and comfort.
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Did you know? The figures on the clock represent four things that were despised at the time of its making - Vanity, Greed, Death and Pagan Invasion.
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Enjoy fast-track entry to Prague Castle, the world's largest castle complex. Discover Gothic treasures like St. Vitus Cathedral with a 2-day ticket.
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Opt for an online audio guide to enhance your understanding of the regal interiors of Prague Castle, including the Old Royal Palace and the quaint Golden Lane.
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Get skip-the-line access to the iconic Astronomical Clock Tower in Prague, and learn about its rich history through a 20-minute orientation from an assistant.
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Take a virtual tour of the Clock Tower with an online audio guide upgrade, available in 6 languages, and learn about the clock's allegorical figures.
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Did you know? The St. Vitus Cathedral within the Prague Castle complex took nearly 600 years to complete, embodying the evolution of architectural styles over centuries.
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Enjoy fast-track entry to Prague Castle, the world's largest castle complex. Discover Gothic treasures like St. Vitus Cathedral with a 2-day ticket.
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Opt for an online audio guide to enhance your understanding of the regal interiors of Prague Castle, including the Old Royal Palace and the quaint Golden Lane.
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Get skip-the-line access to the iconic Astronomical Clock Tower in Prague, and learn about its rich history through a 20-minute orientation from an assistant.
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Take a virtual tour of the Clock Tower with an online audio guide upgrade, available in 6 languages, and learn about the clock's allegorical figures.
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Did you know? The St. Vitus Cathedral within the Prague Castle complex took nearly 600 years to complete, embodying the evolution of architectural styles over centuries.
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Skip the long queues and gain immediate access to Prague Castle, the largest castle complex globally, that lets you explore St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and more.
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Enjoy a seamless visit to the National Museum of Prague with skip-the-line access, housing over 14 million historical items that tell the story of the Czech Republic.
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Enjoy fast-track tickets for skip-the-line access to Prague's Astronomical Clock Tower, along with a 20-minute English orientation at the Old Town Hall.
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Did you know? The St. Vitus Cathedral, located within Prague Castle, took nearly 600 years to complete, showcasing the evolution of architectural styles over the centuries.
More details
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Skip the long queues and gain immediate access to Prague Castle, the largest castle complex globally, that lets you explore St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and more.
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Enjoy a seamless visit to the National Museum of Prague with skip-the-line access, housing over 14 million historical items that tell the story of the Czech Republic.
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Enjoy fast-track tickets for skip-the-line access to Prague's Astronomical Clock Tower, along with a 20-minute English orientation at the Old Town Hall.
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Did you know? The St. Vitus Cathedral, located within Prague Castle, took nearly 600 years to complete, showcasing the evolution of architectural styles over the centuries.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to three of Prague’s top attractions with this combo.
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Collect all your tickets in one place at the Get Prague Guide Office without having to wait in long lines to purchase your tickets.
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Explore the Prague Castle at your own pace, and visit some of its most famous attractions like the St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, and St. George's Basilica.
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Visit the Gothic-style Astronomical Clock Tower and catch panoramic views of the city from the top.
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Discover the Jewish Quarter and visit some of its most famous synagogues – like the Maisel Synagogue, Pinkas Synagogue – and Old Jewish Cemetery, to name a few sights.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to three of Prague’s top attractions with this combo.
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Collect all your tickets in one place at the Get Prague Guide Office without having to wait in long lines to purchase your tickets.
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Explore the Prague Castle at your own pace, and visit some of its most famous attractions like the St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, and St. George's Basilica.
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Visit the Gothic-style Astronomical Clock Tower and catch panoramic views of the city from the top.
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Discover the Jewish Quarter and visit some of its most famous synagogues – like the Maisel Synagogue, Pinkas Synagogue – and Old Jewish Cemetery, to name a few sights.
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Join a captivating guided walking tour that delves into Prague's rich Jewish history while showcasing the architecture of its Old Town.
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Benefit from a knowledgeable guide fluent in English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish, adding colour and context to your journey through time.
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Discover Prague's Jewish Quarter, featuring 6 synagogues, the ancient Old-New Synagogue, and the Old Jewish Cemetery with 12,000 unique tombstones!
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Explore Prague’s 12th-century Old Town Square with St. Nicholas Church and Kinský Palace, and upgrade to visit the Astronomical Clock Tower for panoramic views.
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Fun fact: The Astronomical Clock does not only tell time. It also depicts the position of celestial bodies, sunrise and sunset, and other astronomical details!
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Join a captivating guided walking tour that delves into Prague's rich Jewish history while showcasing the architecture of its Old Town.
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Benefit from a knowledgeable guide fluent in English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish, adding colour and context to your journey through time.
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Discover Prague's Jewish Quarter, featuring 6 synagogues, the ancient Old-New Synagogue, and the Old Jewish Cemetery with 12,000 unique tombstones!
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Explore Prague’s 12th-century Old Town Square with St. Nicholas Church and Kinský Palace, and upgrade to visit the Astronomical Clock Tower for panoramic views.
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Fun fact: The Astronomical Clock does not only tell time. It also depicts the position of celestial bodies, sunrise and sunset, and other astronomical details!
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Embark on a captivating 3-hour walking tour of Prague, exploring its rich history and timeless charm.
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Your included tram ticket ensures a seamless journey up to the grand Prague Castle, revealing spectacular cityscapes as you ascend.
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Marvel at Charles Bridge's Baroque statues, like St. John of Nepomuk, and gaze at the stunning Prague Castle atop Castle Hill, a UNESCO World Heritage gem!
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Enhance your experience to include a visit to the Old Town to see beautiful stone bridges, the Gothic church, the Jewish Quarter, and more.
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Fun fact: There are 30 statues on Charles Bridge today, but originally there were 31. The oldest statue is of St. John of Nepomuk.
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Embark on a captivating 3-hour walking tour of Prague, exploring its rich history and timeless charm.
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Your included tram ticket ensures a seamless journey up to the grand Prague Castle, revealing spectacular cityscapes as you ascend.
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Marvel at Charles Bridge's Baroque statues, like St. John of Nepomuk, and gaze at the stunning Prague Castle atop Castle Hill, a UNESCO World Heritage gem!
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Enhance your experience to include a visit to the Old Town to see beautiful stone bridges, the Gothic church, the Jewish Quarter, and more.
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Fun fact: There are 30 statues on Charles Bridge today, but originally there were 31. The oldest statue is of St. John of Nepomuk.
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Fast-track your visit to Prague's iconic Astronomical Clock Tower with skip-the-line entry, allowing more time to admire its intricate carvings and astronomical features.
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Elevate your Clock Tower visit by opting for an upgrade with an engaging online audio guide available in six languages, providing intriguing insights.
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Embark on a serene 55-minute panoramic cruise on the Vltava River with stunning views of monumental landmarks such as the Prague Castle and the National Theatre.
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Enjoy onboard amenities like free Wi-Fi and an online audio guide in 24 languages, enriching your cruise experience with captivating descriptions of historic sites.
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Fun fact: The figures adorning the Astronomical Clock represent the four things despised at the time of its making: Vanity, Greed, Death, and Pagan Invasion.
More details
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Fast-track your visit to Prague's iconic Astronomical Clock Tower with skip-the-line entry, allowing more time to admire its intricate carvings and astronomical features.
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Elevate your Clock Tower visit by opting for an upgrade with an engaging online audio guide available in six languages, providing intriguing insights.
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Embark on a serene 55-minute panoramic cruise on the Vltava River with stunning views of monumental landmarks such as the Prague Castle and the National Theatre.
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Enjoy onboard amenities like free Wi-Fi and an online audio guide in 24 languages, enriching your cruise experience with captivating descriptions of historic sites.
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Fun fact: The figures adorning the Astronomical Clock represent the four things despised at the time of its making: Vanity, Greed, Death, and Pagan Invasion.
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About Astronomical Clock Prague
The Prague Astronomical Clock, built in 1410, is a historic and iconic timepiece. Famous for its intricate design, it features an hourly show with chimes and displays the 12 apostles. The Orloj also includes a calendar and astronomical dial, symbolizing Prague’s rich heritage.
The clock also displays old Czech time with a 24-hour ring marking sunset. A golden hand indicates how many hours have passed since the previous day's sunset, signaling the end of the workday.
The clock features Earth at its center because it was created nearly 200 years before it was established that the Sun, not Earth, is the center of the solar system.
The Prague Astronomical Clock is believed to be cursed, with the ghost of its creator, Master Hanus, apparently haunting it. Nocturnal gatherings are held under the clock to catch a glimpse of his ghost.
The Prague Astronomical Clock is famous for its supposed predictive powers, said to forecast everything from earthquakes to the end of the world.
Prague isn't the only city in the Czech Republic with an ancient astronomical clock. A similar 14th-century clock can be found in Olomouc, while another nearly as old graces the town hall in Prostějov.
Why visit Astronomical Clock Prague?
Witness the world's oldest timekeeper in action
Explore the Prague Astronomical Clock, a 15th-century marvel in the heart of the city. This iconic timepiece showcases intricate craftsmanship, animated figures, and the Twelve Apostles in an hourly show, offering a unique blend of art, science, and history—a must-see symbol of Prague’s rich heritage.
Allegorical figures
The clock dial features four figurines representing the allegories of Death, Greed, Lust, and Vanity. These figures move their heads and hands as the clock chimes every hour from 9 a.m. to 11pm. They are accompanied by the 12 Apostles and a Golden Rooster, whose crow signals the end of the procession and the movement of the allegories.
Discover legends and stories behind the Astronomical Clock
The clock is steeped in fascinating legends, such as the story of its creator being blinded to stop him from replicating his masterpiece. Delving into these tales adds an extra layer of intrigue to your visit.
Plan your visit
Entrance from Mikulášská Street
The entrance to the building passageway from Mikulášská Street is fully accessible. A lift connects the ground floor to the third floor, and a separate lift in the Town Hall Tower (with a capacity of 10 people) is linked by a mobile platform.
Old Town Square
This entrance leads directly to Old Town Square, where the Prague Astronomical Clock is on the southern wall of the Old Town Hall Tower. You can approach it from surrounding streets like Celetná, Karlova, or Dlouhá.
Town Hall Tower
This entrance leads directly into the Old Town Hall Tower, where you can take the lift or stairs to see the Astronomical Clock. It’s accessible from the square and part of the historic Old Town Hall.
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