Duration
1h 30m
Best Time
Morning
Price
€€
Walking
Minimal walking
About Municipal House (Obecní dům)
The Municipal House is Prague's Art Nouveau masterpiece, built 1905-1912 on the site of the medieval Royal Court. The exterior is impressive but the interior is extraordinary: Smetana Hall (where the Prague Spring festival opens annually), the Mayor's Hall decorated entirely by Alphonse Mucha, and public spaces dripping with mosaics, stained glass, and gilded stucco. The guided tour (CZK 290) is the only way to see the Mayor's Hall and the private rooms. The ground-floor cafe (Kavárna Obecní dům) is open to everyone and is one of the most beautiful cafe interiors in Europe. Smetana Hall concerts are regular and affordable (CZK 400-1000).
Insider Tips
The guided tour (CZK 290) is the only way to see the Mayor's Hall with Mucha's decorations. Book online. The cafe on the ground floor is open to everyone and worth a coffee just for the interior. Smetana Hall concerts (Prague Spring, Czech Philharmonic) run CZK 400-1000. The building is next to the Powder Gate (CZK 100 to climb, decent views). The American Bar in the basement has Art Nouveau cocktails.
Getting There
Address
Náměstí Republiky 5, 111 21 Praha 1-Staré Město, Czechia
Neighborhood
Staré MěstoSkip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1h 30m. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Municipal House (Obecní dům) is in the Staré Město neighborhood of Prague. The address is Náměstí Republiky 5, 111 21 Praha 1-Staré Město, Czechia. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Nearby in Staré Město
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