New Town Hall: A Gothic-Renaissance Landmark
Explore Prague's New Town Hall: a historic landmark with stunning city views and a rich cultural heritage on Charles Square.
The New Town Hall, or Novoměstská radnice, stands as a significant historical building in Prague's New Town. Built between the 14th and 15th centuries, it has witnessed key historical events, including the First Defenestration of Prague in 1419. Today, it hosts cultural events and offers panoramic city views from its tower.
A brief summary to New Town Hall
- Karlovo nám. 1, New Town, 120 00, CZ
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- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Climb the tower for panoramic views of Prague, including Charles Square and major landmarks.
- Visit the permanent exhibition in the tower to learn about the history of the New Town and Charles Square.
- Check the New Town Hall's event calendar for local cultural events and exhibitions.
- Consider purchasing the Town Hall Pass for access to both the New Town Hall and Old Town Hall towers and exhibitions.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
The New Town Hall is easily accessible via Prague's public transport system. From the city center, take Metro Line B (yellow line) to Karlovo náměstí station. Alternatively, several tram lines, including 3, 12, 14, 22, and 24, stop at Novoměstská radnice or Karlovo náměstí. A single public transport ticket costs 40 CZK.
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Walking
The New Town Hall is located on Karlovo náměstí, a short walk from many central Prague locations. From Wenceslas Square, walk southwest along Vodičkova street, then turn left onto Karlovo náměstí. The New Town Hall will be on your right. The walk is approximately 15 minutes. No costs are associated with walking.
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Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Bolt are readily available in Prague. A short taxi ride from the Old Town Square to the New Town Hall typically costs between 200-250 CZK and takes around 4 minutes, depending on traffic.
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