Saint Nicholas Church (Old Town)

St Nicholas church in the Old Town

The Prague audio-guided tour invites you to quiet contemplation before St Nicholas church in the Old Town, not to be confused with its namesake in the Malá Strana district. Remarkable for its white façade and its green roofs, it has watched over the centre of the Old Town for centuries.

A baroque marvel

The building is a true baroque marvel, dominated by an immense dome of seventy-nine metres, lantern included, which its two bell towers barely manage to exceed. An ancient place of worship, the church became in 1920 the seat of the Czechoslovak Hussite Church, whose principles lie midway between Catholicism and Protestantism. It thus testifies to the richness and diversity of the religious history of Prague.

What there is to see

Inside, the baroque decor, the frescoes and the great crystal chandelier invite silence and contemplation. The remarkable acoustics of the building also make it a prized place for classical music concerts. On the Old Town Square, its white and green silhouette is an unmissable landmark, to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

St Nicholas church stands on the Old Town Square, in the heart of Prague. An active place of worship, it is visited with respect for contemplation; access is generally free during opening hours, which may vary according to services and concerts. Appropriate dress is appreciated.

How can you recognise St Nicholas church in the Old Town?

By its white façade, its green roofs and its immense seventy-nine-metre dome, on the Old Town Square.

Which Church occupies the building?

Since 1920, the Czechoslovak Hussite Church, whose principles lie between Catholicism and Protestantism.