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Tour guidato
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Explore the Klementinum Library and Astronomical Tower with insights from an expert English-speaking guide.
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Step inside the stunning Baroque Library Hall, home to over 27,000 old printed works and ornate frescoes.
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Visit the historic Meridian Hall, where astronomers once determined Prague’s exact noon time using a beam of sunlight.
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Take in sweeping panoramic views of Prague’s skyline from the top of the Astronomical Tower.
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English-speaking guide
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Guided tour of Klementinum Library
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Guided tour of Astronomical Tower including climb to the top
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Access to Baroque Library Hall
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Access to Meridian Hall
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Note: This tour includes the Prague Astronomical Tower located within the Klementinum complex, not the Prague Astronomical Clock at the Old Town Hall Tower.
Questi biglietti non possono essere cancellati o riprogrammati.
Step inside Prague’s Klementinum for a guided tour of its Baroque Library, Meridian Hall, and Astronomical Tower.
Getting started
Meet your English-speaking guide near the main entrance, where your tickets will be checked. After a brief introduction, your group will set off together to begin exploring the Klementinum’s historic interiors.
What to expect
Klementinum Library & Astronomical Tower
The Klementinum is Prague’s second largest building complex after Prague Castle. It's renowned for its centuries-old Baroque Library and scientific heritage. Your guide will share insights into the site’s cultural and academic legacy as you visit its most notable halls and climb the Astronomical Tower.
Features
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Baroque Library Hall: Step into one of the world’s most beautiful historic libraries, built in 1722 and adorned with magnificent frescoes by Jan Hiebl celebrating science and learning. This hall houses priceless antique globes and centuries-old books, offering a timeless glimpse into knowledge preserved since the Jesuits founded their university here.
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Meridian Hall: Discover the original scientific heart of Klementinum where precise noon measurements were taken using an intricate meridian line to mark time. This hall reflects the complex’s 18th-century contributions to astronomy and meteorology, hosting original astronomical instruments once used by Jesuit scholars who advanced Prague’s status as a center of scientific learning.
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Astronomical Tower: Ascend the 68-meter tower completed in 1722 for panoramic views over Prague’s historic center. Crowned by an iconic statue of Atlas holding a celestial sphere, this tower was once an active observatory where pioneering astronomers and meteorologists, including the likes of Johannes Kepler’s legacy, conducted their groundbreaking observations.
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What to bring
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Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
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Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves walking and climbing stairs.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the premises for security reasons.
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Food and drinks are not permitted inside the library and tower.
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Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
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Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes are strictly prohibited on the premises.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible. The tour includes multiple staircases and areas without elevator access.
Additional information
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Children under 5 years old may enter for free but must be accompanied by an adult.
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The tour is conducted in English.
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It's easy to confuse the Astronomical Tower with the Prague Astronomical Clock which is a separate attraction near Old Town Hall Tower. This tower is inside the Klementinum complex.
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Photography is not allowed inside the Baroque Library Hall.
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The Astronomical Tower climb involves a significant number of steps and may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues or fear of heights.
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Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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