Prague: Astronomical Clock Tower Entry Ticket & Audio Guide
Prague Lesser Town, Prague
Climb to the top of Prague’s iconic Astronomical Clock Tower with a digital audio guide and entry ticket. Learn important facts and history about the Old Town Square and the Old Town Hall interiors.
Astronomical Clock Tower Ticket and Audio Guide in Prague's Old Town
This activity offers skip-the-line access to Prague’s Astronomical Clock Tower, a 600-year-old Gothic landmark, suitable for history and architecture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line admission ticket to the Astronomical Clock Tower
- 20-minute English introduction about the Astronomical Clock
- Visit the famous 600-year-old Gothic-style Clock Tower
- Enjoy panoramic views of Prague from the tower
- Explore the Astronomical Clock using a smartphone audio guide
Description
Old Town Square is central to Prague’s history and features the Old Town Hall with its iconic Astronomical Clock Tower. Instead of waiting in lines, collect your entry ticket at the nearby office where an assistant will provide a 20-minute introduction to the tower’s history.
The introduction covers the Old Town Hall’s role in Czech history, details of the clock’s construction, and the hourly procession of the twelve apostles visible through two small trapdoors. The clock also showcases planetary motion and zodiac signs, with 75% of its components originating from the 15th century.
The included online audio guide leads you through Old Town Square, highlighting key historical sites like St. Nicholas Church and the Jan Hus Monument. The guide follows a carefully designed route and uses minimal mobile data (up to 100MB).
Includes
- Skip-the-line Astronomical Clock Tower ticket
- Introduction and orientation in English
- Digital audio guide for smartphone in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Czech, Polish, and Chinese
Excludes
- Live guide (only a 20-minute introduction is included)
- Earphones
Important Information
- The voucher is not the ticket. Exchange it for the actual tower ticket with the assistant on site.
- Audio guide login details are sent by separate email on the day of the activity.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring headphones and a charged smartphone. Morning or late afternoon visits avoid peak crowds.
