St. Nicholas Church Lesser Town

Kostel sv. Mikuláše (St. Nicholas Church), rising above the rooftops of Lesser Town Square with its imposing green dome, is one of Prague’s greatest Baroque masterpieces. With its sweeping green dome and towering belfry, it dominates the skyline and stands among the most beautiful churches in Europe. Construction began in 1704 and spanned nearly a century, involving three generations of the famed Dientzenhofer family, with Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer completing much of the final design.

The interior is a dazzling display of Baroque art and architecture. Highlights include the monumental dome fresco by Johann Kracker, depicting the Apotheosis of St. Nicholas, and a grand pulpit adorned with gilded angel sculptures. The ornate interior is richly decorated with intricate frescoes, stucco work, and statues. The magnificent Baroque organ, with over 4,000 pipes, was once played by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Today, the church remains not only an active place of worship but also a celebrated venue for classical concerts, continuing its long-standing cultural legacy.

💡 Top Tip 💡

For a panoramic view of Prague, consider visiting the adjacent bell tower of St. Nicholas Church (with a separate entrance), which once served as a surveillance point for the communist-era secret police due to its strategic vantage point near several embassies. Today, it offers one of the finest panoramic views in Lesser Town and is a quieter alternative to the more crowded Prague Castle viewpoints.

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📅 Plan your visit

 

⛪ Church Entry
🕒 Opening Hours:
      Jan: 9:00–16:00

      Feb–Dec: 9:00–17:00
🌐 Ticket Price Information

🎟 On-site ONLY: Tickets available at the church information desk

 

🎶 Concerts
🕒 Concerts start between 5pm and 8pm
🌐 Check concert schedule and buy tickets
🎟 On-site: Tickets available at the door

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🍴Where to eat : 

(Here are some suggestions. All are within 7 min walking from your current location).

 

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- Lžička Cafe (Cozy neighborhood café with homemade treats) 4.9 ⭐ 

- U Mlynáře Restaurant (Traditional Czech dining in a historic house) 4.5 ⭐

 

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- NOI (Thai restaurant with modern décor) 4.4 ⭐ 

- St. Thomas Brewery Bar (Historic brewery bar with craft beers and Czech cuisine) 4.7 ⭐ 

- Baráčnická Rychta (Traditional Czech pub with historic ambiance) 4.4 ⭐

 

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- Czech Slovak Restaurant (Modern Czech & Slovak cuisine in elegant surroundings) 4.7 ⭐  

- U malířů 1543 (Fine dining in historic Renaissance house) 4.7 ⭐ 

- Piknik Park (Italian restaurant & wine terrace by the canal) 4.7 ⭐  

 

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- TAST Restaurant  (Modern European cuisine with a creative twist) 4.9 ⭐

- Coda Restaurant (Fine dining with panoramic rooftop terrace) 4.6 ⭐