St. Nicholas Church, Prague

Name: St. Nicholas Church
Address: Prague, Czech Republic

#186 among attractions in Prague

Baroque architecture, Church

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The Church of Saint Nicholas is a church in Vršovice in Prague 10. There has been a church here since at least the 11th century, although this building with its neo-gothic façade was built in the 18th and 19th centuries. ()

Local name: Kostel svatého Mikuláše Completed: 1704 (320 years ago)Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 50°5'11"N, 14°24'16"E

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Praha 1 (Malá Strana)Prague Czech Republic

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St. Nicholas Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Infant Jesus of Prague, Schönborn Palace, Malá Strana Bridge Tower, Holy Trinity Column.

~330 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Monuments and statues
Infant Jesus of Prague, Prague
2 min walk • The Infant Jesus of Prague is a revered statue located in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic, within the Carmelite Church of Our Lady Victorious. This historical artifact is not only a religious symbol but also a cultural icon attracting visitors from around the globe.
~810 ftW
Palace
Schönborn Palace, Prague
4 min walk • Schönborn Palace, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic, is a testament to the city's rich architectural heritage. This baroque palace, not as widely known as some of Prague's other tourist attractions, offers a unique glimpse into the opulent...
~630 ftNE
Tower, Specialty museum, Museum
Malá Strana Bridge Tower, Prague
4 min walk • The Malá Strana Bridge Tower is located in Prague, Czech Republic. The tower serves as the entrance to Malá Strana from the Charles Bridge.
~810 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Holy Trinity Column, Prague
4 min walk • The Holy Trinity Column is installed in Malá Strana, Prague, Czech Republic.
~550 ftE
Graffiti covered wall inspired by Lennon
Lennon Wall, Prague
3 min walk • The Lennon Wall or John Lennon Wall is a wall in Prague, Czech Republic. Since the 1980s this once typical wall has been filled with John Lennon-inspired graffiti, lyrics from Beatles' songs, and designs relating to local and global causes.
~630 ftN
Square
Malostranské náměstí, Prague
4 min walk • Malostranské náměstí is the main square of Prague's Malá Strana. St. Nicholas Church and the adjacent building complex divides the square in an upper and lower part. From the square Mostecká ulice leads out to the Charles Bridge.
~710 ftNW
Baroque replacement for 1283 church
St. Nicholas Church, Prague
4 min walk • The Church of Saint Nicholas is a Baroque church in the Lesser Town of Prague. It was built between 1704-1755 on the site where formerly a Gothic church from the 13th century stood, which was also dedicated to Saint Nicholas. It has been described as the greatest example of Prague Baroque.
~370 ftSW
17th-century Roman basilica-style church
Church of Our Lady of Victories, Prague
2 min walk • The Church of Our Lady of Victories, also referred as the Shrine of the Infant Jesus of Prague, in Malá Strana, the "Lesser Quarter" of Prague, is a church governed and administered by the Discalced Carmelites.
~1090 ftE
Forts and castles
Liechtenstein Palace, Prague
6 min walk • The Lichtenštejnský palác on Kampa Island is one of two palaces in Prague that formerly belonged to the Princely Family of Liechtenstein.
~1150 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statues of Saints Vincent Ferrer and Procopius, Prague
6 min walk • The statues of Saints Vincent Ferrer and Procopius are outdoor sculptures of Saint Vincent Ferrer and Saint Procopius of Sázava by Ferdinand Brokoff, installed on the south side of the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.
~780 ftE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Vitus, Prague
4 min walk • The statue of Vitus is an outdoor sculpture by Ferdinand Brokoff, installed on the north side of the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Nicholas Church?

Nearby attractions include Kunstkomora, Prague (2 min walk), Infant Jesus of Prague, Prague (2 min walk), Church of Our Lady of Victories, Prague (2 min walk), Vrtba Garden, Prague (3 min walk).

How to get to St. Nicholas Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Nicholas Church:

Tram

Hellichova • Lines: 12, 15, 20, 22, 23, 41, 97 (5 min walk)
Malostranské náměstí • Lines: 12, 15, 20, 22, 23, 41, 97 (3 min walk)

Bus

Malostranské náměstí • Lines: 194 (3 min walk)
Valdštejnské náměstí • Lines: 194 (7 min walk)

Train

Újezd (7 min walk)
Nebozízek (10 min walk)

Metro

Malostranská • Lines: A (11 min walk)
Staroměstská • Lines: A (16 min walk)