National Library of the Czech Republic, Prague

Name: National Library of the Czech Republic
Address: 98/1 Mariánské náměstí, Prague, Czech Republic

#275 among attractions in Prague

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National Library of the Czech Republic, Prague

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The National Library of the Czech Republic is the central library of the Czech Republic. It is directed by the Ministry of Culture. The library's main building is located in the historical Clementinum building in the centre of Prague, where approximately half of its books are kept. The other half of the collection is stored in the district of Hostivař. The National Library is the biggest library in the Czech Republic, housing around 6 million documents. The library currently has around 20,000 registered readers. Although comprising mostly Czech texts, the library also stores older material from Turkey, Iran and India. The library also houses books for Charles University in Prague. ()

Local name: Národní knihovna České republiky Established: 1777 (247 years ago)Coordinates: 50°5'11"N, 14°24'57"E

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98/1 Mariánské náměstíPraha 1 (Staré Město)Prague Czech Republic

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Day trips

National Library of the Czech Republic – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Karlovy lázně, Charles Bridge, Bedřich Smetana Museum, Statues of Saints Cyril and Methodius.

~560 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Karlovy lázně, Prague
3 min walk • Karlovy Lázně stands as a unique nightlife destination in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic. Housed in a historical building that dates back to the 14th century, this club is renowned for being the largest facility of its kind in Central Europe.
~420 ftW
Iconic 14th-century structure with views
Charles Bridge, Prague
3 min walk • Spanning the Vltava River in Prague, the Charles Bridge is not only a crucial connection between the city's Old Town and the Lesser Town, but also a monumental testament to medieval engineering. Constructed in the 14th century under the auspices of King Charles IV, the...
~720 ftSW
Composer museum in circa-1880s building
Bedřich Smetana Museum, Prague
4 min walk • The Bedřich Smetana Museum in Prague is a museum which is dedicated to the life and works of famous Czech composer Bedřich Smetana. It is situated in the centre of Prague in a small block of buildings right next to Charles Bridge on the right bank of the river Vltava in the Old Town.
~980 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statues of Saints Cyril and Methodius, Prague
5 min walk • The statues of Saints Cyril and Methodius are outdoor sculptures by Karel Dvořák, installed on the north side of the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.
~500 ftW
Tower, Observation decks and towers
Old Town Bridge Tower, Prague
3 min walk • Old Town Bridge Tower is a gothic monument located in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction began in 1357 AD, during the rule of the Emperor Charles IV. It was designed by the architect Petr Parléř.
~1020 ftN
Square
Jan Palach Square, Prague
5 min walk • Jan Palach Square is a town square in the Old Town of Prague. It is located on right bank of the Vltava River next to the former Jewish Quarter.
~890 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Saint Anne, Prague
5 min walk • The statue of Saint Anne is an outdoor sculpture by Matěj Václav Jäckel, installed on the north side of the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.
~480 ftNE
Art Nouveau architecture, City hall, Art gallery
Galerie hlavního města Prahy, Prague
3 min walk • Prague New City Hall, the central administrative building of Prague, is located on the east side of Mariánské náměstí in the centre of the Old Town, Prague 1, across from the Clementinum building complex.
~570 ftE
Baroque architecture, Palace, Architecture
Clam-Gallas Palace, Prague
3 min walk • The Clam-Gallas Palace is a Baroque palace in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. The building is situated on the corner of Husova Street and Mariánské Square, in Prague Old Town.
~680 ftW
Monuments and statues
Statues of Madonna, Prague
4 min walk • The statues of Madonna, Saint Dominic and Thomas Aquinas are outdoor sculptures by Matěj Václav Jäckel, installed on the north side of the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.
~120 ftSE
Church
St. Clement's Cathedral, Prague
1 min walk • The St. Clement's Cathedral or the Church of St. Clement, is a Ruthenian Byzantine Catholic church located in Prague, Czech Republic, and functions as the cathedral of the Ruthenian Catholic Apostolic Exarchate of Czech Republic.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Library of the Czech Republic?

Nearby attractions include St. Clement's Cathedral, Prague (1 min walk), Clementinum, Prague (1 min walk), St. Salvator Church, Prague (1 min walk), Black Light Theatre Ta Fantastika, Prague (2 min walk).

How to get to National Library of the Czech Republic by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of the Czech Republic:

Bus

Mariánské náměstí • Lines: 194 (3 min walk)
Staroměstská • Lines: 194, 207 (5 min walk)

Tram

Staroměstská • Lines: 17, 18, 2, 93 (4 min walk)
Karlovy lázně • Lines: 17, 18, 2, 93 (4 min walk)

Metro

Staroměstská • Lines: A (4 min walk)
Můstek • Lines: A, B (11 min walk)

Train

Újezd (16 min walk)
Nebozízek (20 min walk)