Clementinum
Klementinum
A Jesuit college complex beside Charles Bridge. Its Baroque library hall is richly ornate, and the Astronomical Tower offers views over the Old Town.
The Clementinum was founded in 1556 and is one of Europe's largest building complexes. It is now home to the Czech National Library. Guided tours last about 50 minutes and cover the Baroque Library Hall (wooden bookshelves, ceiling frescoes and antique globes; viewing only from the doorway), the Meridian Hall, and the 68-metre Astronomical Tower, with views over Charles Bridge and the castle. Admission is about 300 CZK, with a tour every half hour. The Mirror Hall in the complex often hosts classical concerts. It is located beside the Old Town Bridge Tower, on the way to Charles Bridge.
Opening hours
Guided tours approx. 10:00–18:00 (every 30 minutes)
Nearby sights
- Old Town Square & Astronomical Clock
- Charles Bridge
- Josefov (Jewish Quarter)
- Havelské tržiště
- National Theatre
- Head of Franz Kafka
- Malá Strana & Kampa Island
- U Fleků