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Prague Astronomical Clock
(Pražský orloj)
Monument and Historic and Protected Site
Staré Město, Praha
"Worth the pleasure of waiting to see the clock move."(63 Tips)
"The astronomical clock looks better at night with the lights."(17 Tips)
"Just saw the trompets and the puppets:) every full hour - great"(5 Tips)
"Great view from top of the tower!! don't miss out the hourly show!"(5 Tips)
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Hannah ParvazMarch 27, 2017Climbing to the top of the tower gives you unparalleled views of the city. There's also a lift for those with walking difficulties. Every hour there's a clockwork performance that you need to see.
Amit GaharwarSeptember 21, 2015Quite fascinating. Do read about the clock before you visit to appreciate the history and technology related to the clock. The oldest working astronomical clock. A sea of tourists always clicking it.
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ℳ𝒶𝓎♍April 8, 2015Prazsky Orloj is the highlight of The Old Town Square. You'll want to stop to view the entire world's oldest medieval astronomical clock and the brilliant show of moving parts and figures it displaysUpvoted 1 week ago- Artyom FedosovJanuary 7, 2017There is a sad fact about its creator: the king asked him could he make another clock like this and when he answered that it's possible, king ordered to kill him, because it was supposed to be unique.
NmAugust 24, 2019Don’t miss the view from the top !! The best spot to take pictures for the city center .. CROWDED !!
Darleny LopezJanuary 14, 2016You need to really understand the history behind the clock it's really tricky, but amazing. Make sure you pass by at any o'clock hour, don't miss the show
Cameron BrownDecember 15, 2019The view overlooking the city. Is definitely a must. It’s an adventure for anyone climbing to the top but it’s definitely worth it. 💙 walking Shoes is a must! ;)
MuratNovember 9, 2023A must see tourist attraction. Always crowded, always a lot of tourists. Almost impossible to take a descent photo. So beautiful, so impressive, so colorful, so picturisque.
Cactusolete TsoyMarch 28, 2017If you have not seen this view..you have not seen in Staromestska square and you have not seen astronomical clock - you can say that you have not been in Prague at all. Worth going in early morning!
It is one of the beauties@of the city. Make sure that you go up@to the top and take a look at city from the top.
Anastasia DemidenkoApril 3, 2016Restaurants around this clock are usually very expensive, but if you go further, you will find very good cafes with tasty home food 👌🏽
- Simple DiscoveriesSeptember 28, 2016Best viewing of the chime/performance is the first one of the day at 9am...unless you really like standing in a sea of human tourists.
Carlo PinnaJanuary 4, 2019buy the ticket online (210 CKZ): you can skip the line at the tower ticket office saving a lot of time.It includes a 1hr guided tour in different languages, featuring several halls and the underground
Nataša PejićMay 9, 2017Very pretty and interesting. It's great having a local guide to explain every aspect of the clock to you. Very crowded, though.
Sorina ChiritaMarch 9, 2015Since you are here, spare some time and go up in the tower for great views over the Square! :) definitely worthed!
Tracey NAugust 2, 2013This clock has stayed in my mind since i saw it 21 years ago. It's so special! I love the skeletones. Praha / prague is such a beautiful friendly and beer loving place. Love it
Alexandru Marinică ✈March 8, 2013The medieval astronomical clock adorns the southern wall of the Old Town City Hall in the Old Town Square and is a very popular tourist attraction.
Jackson TsaiJune 22, 2015Beautiful landmark and historical site! This is a medieval clock, making it third oldest astronomical clock in the world
Naz CostanteOctober 3, 2015architecture👌🏼as always in Prague. the colors and the statues of the clock are incredible. its always crowded but a must see.☝🏼️
Mustafa AktasSeptember 29, 2015Definitely the most favorable landmark in this spiritual city of momental ages! #Praha don't miss when clock hits to hour..
- Joe WuSeptember 6, 2014Every hour on the hour it's nice to watch the clock do something different, but be prepared that if you go in the peak hours of the day it's a tourist fest!
Taste of PragueMarch 23, 2013Type in "Klaster sv. Anezky Ceske" and go. In 15 minutes, you'll be enjoying National Gallery's early Medieval art collections in serene gothic surroundings without any crowds. Eat at Lokal nearby.
Já KupkaJanuary 22, 2015Medieval astronomical clock and calndar allegedly by legendary master Hanush. Orloj is on south side of Old Town Hall Tower. Every hour show 12th apostoles in the two small windows. You must check it!
Amaury JJune 7, 2017One of the oldest working astronomical clocks, from the 1400s, in the center of Prague. Was unfortunately under reconstruction when I went so I couldn't go up.
Adam PalmerDecember 16, 2014The clock is beautiful and very intricately designed, though I wouldn't make a special trip to watch it but make sure you do if you're in the area on the hour.
Hanan MalFebruary 28, 2019Just a beautiful site to be seen then to leave.Too many tourists & too many con artist trying to rip you off.. a shame as the true Prague’s much more beautiful than the character of these con artists!
The Most Interesting Man in the WorldJanuary 26, 2014For over 500 years, the people of Prague have been using this clock’s extraordinary and complicated astronomical dial to accurately pinpoint when happy hour begins.
- Bryan IraceMay 20, 2017Prague’s biggest tourist trap. The building that houses the clock is worth going up to the top of, for nice views of the city.
Stacy Bo BacyJuly 13, 2019Goes off every hour from 9am-9pm. Keep your expectations low, as you’ll definitively hear someone in the crowd each time say, “That’s it?”
hakanApril 16, 2019a must seen place. especially the meaning of the symbols of the clock must be listened.
Joseph McDermottJanuary 16, 2017Crowds get busy every hour to watch the clock chime. I'd suggest seeing it early in the morning or evening and standing 10 or 5 minutes before the hour.
Felix VladimirskySeptember 24, 2016Very beautiful place, must seen in Prague! Get at the top for amazing view!
Abdelrahman AbdelhafezAugust 21, 2015You HAVE to go up the tower for a terrific view of Prague. Get 4 souvenir pocket watches for the price of 3.
Marco OrtizApril 10, 2015This place is amazing and so is its history. It'll be hard to take a good picture, you better bring a fish eye or something.
RomanSeptember 21, 2017Monumental a must see when visiting Prague catch the hour change for a pleasant surprise
Nikos TaskosDecember 5, 2019It is interesting to learn about how the mechanism functions. The technology behind it, is truly impressive and the clock being more than 600 years old, still ticks. However, it can get too crowded!
Zara KhanMay 13, 2016A visit to the square is a must. A very very busy square full of interesting restaurants, tourists and musicians!
Paul RogersDecember 6, 2021Lovely to look at. The hourly show however really is an anti climax. Appreciate it for what it is…. A clock
Ilya SokolovMarch 2, 2020The clock and the building are very beautiful. But it's very overcrowded even in the late night. Please avoid the restaurants around the clock; they are overpriced and very touristic.
Suresh SahaniOctober 15, 2018The clock runs every hour so you can plan your visit accordingly to see the show.
Stevanus SanjayaDecember 25, 2011Be sure to check out the 12 apostles coming out from the clock once every hour.. And visit a grand cafe prague in front of it.. It serves great food and drinks while you wait for the clock
Levent ErtogluFebruary 22, 2017Oldest astronomical clock in the world. Dont miss the ceremony of the mini statues every hour
Maria BeliakovaAugust 27, 2017The most famous astromonical clock in the world. Now the tower is under reconstruction but clock is accessible.
TiffanyAugust 14, 2012More amazing to see in person. Note that the movement of the clock is short and happens at the top of the hour. Blink and you will miss the "action".
Luis GCNovember 4, 2014This clock is amazing, very impressive. Don't bother to miss the exact hour animation, it's not that good
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