We went at xmas and the market and clock looked fantastic - although discussing when you think the man who designed it had his eyes taken out so he couldn't design another clock!

Make sure to go up the tower and be at the top just before the hour to hear the trumpet player what a great view. well worth it.

Before we reached the old town hall we had seen numerous photographs in the guide books, but attractive though they are they do not do this ancient structure justice. The clock is a riot of colour, and although the symbols are generally recognisable, they did not facilitate the telling of the time! But who cares, it was just gorgeous. The... More

This clock is third-oldest astronomical clock in the world and is still working. It is first installed in 1410. It is one of most visited sights in Old Town Square. The clock tower is decorated with exquisit coats of arms and different royal symbols. In announces every hour with 12 apostles passing by the window above the astronomical dial. The... More

The astronomical clock was a spectacle to see. In hearing about it ahead of time, I thought: Yes, whatever, so it chimes and something comes out and goes back in. Haven’t I seen that just once or twice before? We bought The New Guide to Prague from a street vendor only to find out from our guide the next day... More

At noon statues of the twelve apostles appear followed by a trumpet fanfare from the top of the old town hall. Just remember to keep an eye on any valuables as pickpockets are known in the area, but the police have a van close by

Lovely to see, go on the hour and you will see..and hear the trumpeter!

I walked past the clock tower every day and always stopped to see the show and here the trumpeter

If you like music, Art Nouveau & Alfonso Mucha, you will love this building. Be sure to take a behind the scenes guided tour which is well worth the time & cost. We also attended a lovely chamber concert in Smetana Hall which was quite a treat. We enjoyed a delicious lunch in one of the building's 3 fine restaurants... More