Tours and Tickets to Experience Prague Astronomical Clock (Prague Orloj)

The Prague Astronomical Clock is in Prague’s Old Town on the Old Town Square. It’s easily accessible on foot from other landmarks in the city center. The closest metro station is Staromestska; the nearest bus station is Staromestske namesti.

Yes, one of the biggest incentives for paying for admission into the interior is that you can climb the Prague Astronomical Clock. There are two ways up: by stairs or elevator. At the top, you’ll get a closer look at the clock and a memorable view of Prague’s Old Town.

Yes, the Prague Astronomical Clock offers two guided tours. Both include the Chapel of the Virgin Mary, the town hall tower, and the interiors. One tour is self-guided and available during opening hours, and the other is guided and available at select times. The guided tour visits the underground portion.

The best time of the day to visit the Prague Astronomical Clock to avoid crowds is early in the morning, before 9am, if you want to view or photograph the clock. The tower usually opens between 9am and 11am, so visit as close to then as possible for tours.

Yes, while the Prague Astronomical Clock is worth a look at any time of the day or night, it is a working clock. The 12 apostles from the Christian Bible and a golden rooster appear on the Prague Astronomical Clock every hour on the hour between 9am and 11pm.

Yes, the Prague Astronomical Clock is located in the heart of Old Town and is surrounded by dozens of other tourist attractions. Around Old Town Square, you’ll also find the Church of Our Lady Before Tyn, National Gallery, Stone Bell House, and Central Gallery.