Old Town Square is a historic square in Prague’s Old Town, located specifically between Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge and is considered one of the tourist places in the Czech Republic in Prague.
The square includes many different architectural styles, between Gothic and Baroque and Renaissance architecture, and includes a number of churches and monuments.
The square is used on holidays and official occasions to create markets that resemble medieval markets, are decorated with the most beautiful colors, and a platform for musical performances is established.
In the center of the square is a statue of Jean Huse, who was executed for burning his religious beliefs in the city of Constance, and whose execution led to the Bohemian War.
The square includes the Gothic Church of the Virgin, the astronomical clock, the Baroque Nicholas Church, and the Kinsky Palace which has become an art museum, along with cafes and boutiques.
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Activities you can do
• You can walk around the square and take pictures of the Jan Hos statue that was erected in 1915 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of his death.
• Visit the astronomical clock, and the 14th-century Virgin Mary Church, whose towers are 80 meters high and topped with four small constellations.
• Do not forget to take pictures of the Baroque St. Nicholas Church, which was built in the 18th century AD on the site of a Gothic Church from the 13th century AD.
• You must visit the Kinsky Palace, which dates back to the 18th century, and is currently used as an art museum, for a distinct and amazing artistic experience.
• You will also encounter many teams that offer a variety of different shows that increase the pleasure of your visit, such as bands, acrobats, magicians, and many others.
• You must return to the charm and elegance of history, and enjoy a tour around the square inside one of the horse carriages constantly present there.
End your visit with an exciting shopping tour, or enjoy a delicious meal or cup of coffee in one of the many cafes in Prague’s Old Town Square.
Prague Old Town Square Hotels – Prague
The Grand Mark Hotel is one of the best 5-star hotels in Prague with excellent reviews, and is 800 meters from Prague’s Old Town Square
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent, staff helpful, breakfast is good.
Paris Hotel is a 5-star Prague Czech hotel with excellent ratings, just 500 meters from Prague’s Old Town Square
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is great and close to sights and shops, the services are great, the rooms are comfortable.
Location of the Old Town Square in Prague
