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Prague Churches & Cathedrals
Prague has so many churches and cathedrals that is known as the 'city of a hundred spires' (there are in fact over three hundred).
Many churches are open to visitors during the day, while some host classical concerts at night.
To find out more about the churches of Prague, join one of our Prague tours. |
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| | | Address: Betlemske namesti 4, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| Bethlehem Chapel (Betlemska Kaple) was founded in 1391, as a holy place where church services could be held in the Czech language. Jan Hus himself preached here between 1402-1412. | |
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| | | Address: Karmelitska 9, Lesser Town, Prague 1 |
| Church of Our Lady Victorious (Kostel Panny Marie Vítězné) houses a small statue called the Infant Jesus of Prague. It is credited with miraculous healing powers and with saving Prague during the Swedish siege in 1639. | |
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| | | Address: Loretanske namesti 7, Castle District, Prague 1 |
| 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. | |
| Adult: 180 CZK. Student: 120 CZK. Child: 90 CZK. | |
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| | | Address: Maiselova 10, Josefov, Prague 1 |
| Maisel Synagogue (Maiselova synagoga) is one of the historical monuments that form the Jewish Museum in Prague. It was built in 1590-92 and for a century it stood as the largest and most impressive building in the Jewish Ghetto. | |
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| | | Address: Maiselova 18, Josefov, Prague 1 |
| Completed in 1270, the Old-New Synagogue (Staronová synagoga) is the oldest monument in the Jewish Quarter in Prague, and Europe's oldest working synagogue. | |
| Adult: 200 CZK. Student: 140 CZK. Child: 140 CZK. | |
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| | | Address: Vezenska 1, Josefov, Prague 1 |
| The Spanish Synagogue (Španělská synagoga) in Prague is described as the most beautiful synagogue in Europe. Set in the Jewish Quarter, it forms part of the Jewish Museum. It houses an exhibition on 'Jews in the Bohemian Lands', and is a wonderful setting for classical concerts. | |
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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: Resslova 9a, New Town, Prague 1 |
| In May 1942, two Czechoslovak paratroopers carried out the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, the Nazi overseer of Czechoslovakia. A museum in the crypt of the church tells the story. | |
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| | | Address: Krizovnicke namesti, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Francis Church at Charles Bridge has a magnificent organ which has been played by Mozart, Dvorak and Seger. Classical concerts at the church feature the organ, violin, trumpet and a soprano performing Ave Marie and other pieces from the Baroque period. | |
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| | | Address: Prague Castle, Castle District, Prague 1 |
St. George's Basilica (Bazilika Sv. Jiří) 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 |
| The beautifully crafted 13th century St. Giles Church is situated in the heart of the Old Town in Prague. Gothic on the outside and Baroque within, St. Giles is a grand church, its high ceilings adorned with ornate frescos. Classical music concerts are held regularly here. | |
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| | | Address: Martinska 8, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Martin in the Wall is an ancient, beautifully preserved church set amongst the winding back streets of the Old Town in Prague. It was built in 1178-1187 in the Romanesque style. The acoustics and the historic setting make the classical concerts worth attending. | |
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| | | Address: Lesser Town Square, Lesser Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Nicholas Church (Kostel sv. Mikuláše) at Lesser Town Square, constructed between 1703-1755, is the largest of Prague's churches founded by the Jesuits. Visitors can climb the 215 steps of the belfry tower. | |
| Adult: 190 CZK. Student: 130 CZK. Child: 130 CZK. | |
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| | | Address: Old Town Square, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| Beautiful St. Nicholas Church (Kostel sv. Mikuláše) at the Old Town Square was built in 1735, replacing an earlier parish church dating from at least the 13th century. Early evening classical concerts are held at St. Nicholas. | |
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| | | Address: Krizovnicke namesti 2, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Salvator Church forms part of the Klementinum, the most historic complex of buildings in the Old Town. St. Salvator is a city landmark, a majestic church set at one end of Charles Bridge. Its two magnificent organs feature regularly in classical music concerts held at the church. | |
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| | | Address: Salvátorská 1, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| St. Salvator Church (Kostel sv. Salvátora) is a large, beautifully restored early 17th century church located near the Old Town Square in Prague. It is the largest evangelical church in the city, and hosts classical concerts at special times of the year. | |
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| | | Address: Dusni 1, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| The 17th century Church of St. Simon & St. Jude is situated in a peaceful corner of the Jewish Quarter. Predominantly Baroque, it has elements of the Gothic and Renaissance style. The Prague Symphony Orchestra play chamber music concerts at the church. | |
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| | | Address: Prague Castle, Castle District, Prague 1 |
| To the casual observer, St. Vitus Cathedral (Katedrála sv. Víta) is the dominant building within the Prague Castle complex. The cathedral is a Gothic masterpiece commissioned by Charles IV in 1344. Visitors can climb the Great South Tower to enjoy magnificent views over the city. | |
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| | | Address: Strahovske nadvori 1, Strahov, Castle District, Prague 1 |
| Strahov Monastery (Strahovské nádvoří) sits above Petřín 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. | |
| Adult: 280 CZK. Student: 140 CZK. Child: 140 CZK. | |
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| | | Address: Old Town Square, Old Town, Prague 1 |
| Tyn Church (Týnský chrám), founded in 1385, dominates one side of the Old Town Square in Prague. The towers of this powerful looking Gothic church (with a Baroque interior) can be seen from all over Prague. | |
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| | | Address: V Pevnosti 5b, Vysehrad, Prague 2 |
| Vysehrad Park covers a large area. Visitors can take a pleasant walk through landscaped gardens, enjoy a picnic, admire fine views over the river and visit the Church of St. Peter & Paul. | |
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