Petřín funicular

The Petřín funicular, in Prague

The Petřín funicular is a historic funicular that climbs the hill of the same name, in Prague. The Prague audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this picturesque means of transport, which leads to the gardens and the panoramas of the heights.

The historic climb towards the heights

The Petřín funicular has linked Malá Strana to the top of Petřín hill since the end of the nineteenth century. This historic funicular, which climbs the green slope amid the gardens and the orchards, offers a picturesque ascent and a pleasant viewpoint over Prague on the way. At its terminus, you reach the main attractions of the hill: the observation tower, the mirror maze, the rose garden and the panoramas over the town. Practical and full of old-fashioned charm, the Petřín funicular is an experience in itself, which extends the magic of a visit to the green heights of Prague.

What to see

Here you experience the picturesque ascent of the historic funicular through the gardens of the hill, with a pleasant viewpoint over Prague, up to the top where the tower, the mirror maze and the panoramas are. The Petřín funicular is an experience full of charm. It is a stop to be lived on board or on foot.

Practical information

The Petřín funicular links Malá Strana to the top of the hill, in Prague, reachable on foot at its stations. The service and the fares follow their own conditions and hours, which vary. It is best to enquire before boarding.

Where does the Petřín funicular lead in Prague?

It links Malá Strana to the top of Petřín hill, where the observation tower, the mirror maze, the rose garden and magnificent panoramas over Prague are.

Where is the Petřín funicular?

Between Malá Strana and the top of Petřín hill, in Prague, in the Czech Republic.