Minorite Friary Tickets with Audio Guide & St. James Optional Entry

Explore Prague’s oldest Franciscan monastery and view the Crown Jewels replica exhibition with a mobile audio guide.

Getting started

Begin by exchanging your voucher for an entry ticket at the reception, just inside the main entrance. Use your own mobile device and earphones to access the audio guide; a working internet connection is required.

What to expect

Minorite Monastery of St. James

Founded over 800 years ago, the Minorite Monastery is the oldest Franciscan monastery in Central Europe and a significant religious site in Prague. Step into a peaceful space where centuries of devotion, history, and artistry are woven into every corridor.

Features:

• Crown Jewels exhibition: See scientific replicas of the Czech St. Wenceslas Crown, the Imperial Crown, the Iron Crown of Lombardy, and the Crown of the Roman King, crafted by Jiří Urban and team, on display from 28.09.2025.

• Gothic arcade corridor: Walk through a historic passage that showcases medieval architectural techniques unique to the monastery.

• Hall of John of Luxembourg: Visit a hall named after the 14th-century king, reflecting the site’s royal connections.

• Romanesque foundations: Discover original stonework dating back to the monastery’s earliest days, offering insight into Prague’s medieval past.

• Hortus Angelicus garden: Enjoy a tranquil monastic garden that once served as a place of reflection for friars.

• Mobile audio guide: Access stories and facts in eight languages, letting you explore at your own pace and depth.