This clock is third-oldest astronomical clock in the world and is still working. It is first installed in 1410. It is one of most visited sights in Old Town Square. The clock tower is decorated with exquisit coats of arms and different royal symbols. In announces every hour with 12 apostles passing by the window above the astronomical dial. The... More

The astronomical clock was a spectacle to see. In hearing about it ahead of time, I thought: Yes, whatever, so it chimes and something comes out and goes back in. Haven’t I seen that just once or twice before? We bought The New Guide to Prague from a street vendor only to find out from our guide the next day... More

At noon statues of the twelve apostles appear followed by a trumpet fanfare from the top of the old town hall. Just remember to keep an eye on any valuables as pickpockets are known in the area, but the police have a van close by More

Lovely to see, go on the hour and you will see..and hear the trumpeter! More

I walked past the clock tower every day and always stopped to see the show and here the trumpeter More

If you like music, Art Nouveau & Alfonso Mucha, you will love this building. Be sure to take a behind the scenes guided tour which is well worth the time & cost. We also attended a lovely chamber concert in Smetana Hall which was quite a treat. We enjoyed a delicious lunch in one of the building's 3 fine restaurants... More

Loved all the beautifully painted buildings in this area! The clock tself is quite charming when it rings on the hour and the skeleton pulls he bell cord. The trumpeter was kind of funny... dressed in medievil gear but with a pair of raybans on! Hang around long enough and you will overhear a tour guide in your language give... More

Totally a massive let down, and causes lots of congestion, does'nt really do anything, I respect the architecture, even love it, and the history weeps tears, but why do people stand there for 59 minutes is a mystery!!! More

This part of town is absolutely gorgeous, the Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock are truly amazing - there are many shops, restaurants and PEOPLE in this area, so be prepared to navigate through the tour groups (if you're not part of them!)! It's a great part of town to start a wandering adventure through the back side streets of... More