Old Town Square, Historic square in Old Town, Czech Republic
Old Town Square is a rectangular plaza in the historic center of Prague, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque structures such as the Church of Our Lady before Týn and the Old Town Hall with its astronomical clock. The space is paved with cobblestones and framed by multistory facades featuring arcades and gables.
Founded in the 12th century as a marketplace at the crossroads of European trade routes, the square became the commercial and political heart of Prague. The astronomical clock was installed at the town hall in 1410 and remains one of the oldest functioning clocks of its kind in Europe.
The bronze monument to Jan Hus recalls the reformer whose execution in 1415 triggered the Hussite movement and reshaped religious life across Bohemia. Visitors find a meeting spot where locals gather and walking tours begin, while street musicians and artists perform daily on the cobblestones.
Most visitors arrive in the morning or late afternoon to catch the best light for photos and see the astronomical clock animation that occurs each hour. The square is fully walkable since cars are banned from the old town, and the cobblestones call for comfortable footwear.
Twenty-seven crosses are embedded in the pavement and mark the execution site of Protestant leaders in 1621 following the Battle of White Mountain. Each cross bears the initials of one of the executed, a detail many visitors overlook while crossing the space.
Location: Old Town
Location: Prague 1
GPS coordinates: 50.08750,14.42139
Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:31
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Prague is a city shaped by many years of history, seen in its old neighborhoods, historic buildings, and large squares. The Vltava River cuts through the city, with the famous Charles Bridge connecting different areas. Old medieval buildings stand next to modern structures. Old churches sit close to lively parts of the city, and layers of different times can be seen all around. The most well-known places are in the center. The Old Town Square is the main part of the old city with its astronomical clock that shows figures every hour. The Charles Bridge links the old town with smaller districts and the castle, which has watched over the city for many centuries. Nearby are Saint Guy's Cathedral and other historic sites. Walking through these areas gives you a feeling of how different ages have shaped Prague. Outside the busy spots, other parts of the city are worth exploring. The river has walkways along the water, parks like Letná give good views of the city, and narrow streets like the Golden Lane show how people once lived. Museums, theaters, and gardens invite visitors. There is plenty to see and experience over several days.
Prague brings together structures and public spaces from the Middle Ages to modern times. The historic center holds the Old Town Square with its astronomical clock, the castle on the hill, and Charles Bridge spanning the Vltava River. Churches, monasteries, and palaces show Gothic arches, Baroque facades, and Art Nouveau decoration. Streets open onto quiet courtyards and busy passages, while riverside promenades invite walks along the water. Museums hold art from different centuries, technical collections, and memories of the 20th century. The Spanish Synagogue and other religious sites speak to the city's religious heritage. Theaters and concert halls continue a long cultural tradition. From the Petřín Lookout Tower, you see the rooftops and parks spread below, while gardens such as Wallenstein Garden offer green retreats. Each neighborhood has its own rhythm, and walking remains the best way to discover the layers of history and daily life.
Prague Astronomical Clock
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Old Town Hall
71 m
At the Minute
131 m
Dům U Zlatého rohu
148 m
Dům U Červené lišky
86 m
Mikšův dům
108 m
Dům U Zlaté dvojky
140 m
Křišťálová stěna
75 m
U Človíčků, U Modré hvězdy, U Bindrů
96 m
U Zlaté husy (Eski Şehir)
112 m
Na kamenci, Štěpánovský dům
108 m
Dům U Zlatého velblouda
59 m
Dům U Čápů
81 m
Socha lva na rohu domu Staroměstské náměstí 3/2
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Dům kramáře Kříže
71 m
Statue of St. Florian at Old Town Square 29
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Statue of St. Joseph at Old Town Square 27
123 m
1621 execution memorial at the Old Town Square
51 m
U zlatého anděla
141 m
Plaque of Bedřich Smetana's musical school
55 m
Painting of Madonna at the House of Golden Unicorn
53 m
Pamětní deska Dukly na Staroměstské radnici v Praze
59 m
Relief of Madonna with child at Old Town Square 24
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Plaque to the 1st Ukrainian Front and Ivan Konev in Prague
96 m
Pamětní deska bojovníků pražského povstání na Staroměstské radnici v Praze
62 m
Pamětní deska 27 popravených pánů v Praze
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Pamětní deska Jana Želivského na Staroměstské radnici v Praze
62 m
Popraviště na Staroměstském náměstí
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