Duration
1 hour
Best Time
Any time
Price
€€
Setting
Indoor
About Strahov Monastery Library
The Strahov Monastery Library houses two extraordinary Baroque halls: the Theological Hall (1679) and the Philosophical Hall (1794). Both have floor-to-ceiling frescoed ceilings, carved wooden shelving, and thousands of volumes. The Philosophical Hall is the more spectacular, with a ceiling fresco by Anton Maulbertsch depicting the progress of knowledge. You view both halls from the doorway (no entry into the rooms). CZK 150 entry. The monastery also has a picture gallery (CZK 120) and the Strahov Monastic Brewery next door, which serves excellent beer with views of the Castle.
Insider Tips
CZK 150 entry. You view from the doorway, not inside the rooms. The Philosophical Hall is the more impressive of the two. No flash photography. The visit takes 20-30 minutes unless you linger. Pair it with the monastery brewery next door: excellent unfiltered beer (CZK 65-85 per half-litre) with outdoor seating and Castle views. Combine with the Castle (walk from the western gate).
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Strahovské nádvoří 1/132, 118 00 Praha 1-Strahov, Czechia
Neighborhood
HradčanySkip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1 hour.
Strahov Monastery Library is in the Hradčany neighborhood of Prague. The address is Strahovské nádvoří 1/132, 118 00 Praha 1-Strahov, Czechia. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Nearby in Hradčany
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