Franciscan Monastery & Church of the Assumption
Františkánský klášter
Founded in the 13th century alongside the city, this monastery preserves precious 14th-century frescoes in the St. Barbara Chapel.
The monastery and the Church of the Assumption are among Plzeň's oldest buildings. Its quiet Gothic cloister is peaceful and unpretentious, but the highlight is the 14th-century frescoes in the St. Barbara Chapel, which depict scenes from the lives of the saints. The monastery also houses a religious art exhibition, and the diocesan museum occasionally hosts special shows. Tickets cost about 50–100 CZK. It is a three-minute walk south of Republic Square, so it is an easy stop while exploring the Old Town.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–18:00 (closed Mon; shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- West Bohemian Museum
- Puppet Museum
- Republic Square & Town Hall
- St. Bartholomew Cathedral
- Plzeň Historical Underground
- Brewery Museum
- Great Synagogue of Plzeň
- Patton Memorial Pilsen