Clementinum, Prague

Name: Clementinum
Address: Platnéřská 88/9, Prague, 110 00, Czech Republic
Telephone: +420 224 813 892

#268 among attractions in Prague

Library, Historical place, Auditorium

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Facts and practical information

The Clementinum is a historic complex of buildings in Prague. Until recently the complex hosted the National, University and Technical libraries; the City Library was also nearby on Mariánské Náměstí. In 2009, the Technical library and the Municipal library moved to the Prague National Technical Library at Technická 6. It is in use as the National Library of the Czech Republic. In 2005, the Czech National Library received the UNESCO Jikji prize. ()

Local name: Klementinum Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 50°5'12"N, 14°24'58"E

Address

Platnéřská 88/9Praha 1 (Staré Město)Prague 110 00 Czech Republic

Contact

+420 224 813 892

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Prague

Day trips

Clementinum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Karlovy lázně, St. Nicholas Church, Charles Bridge, Pinkas Synagogue.

~690 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Karlovy lázně, Prague
4 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.
~1010 ftNE
Gothic architecture, Baroque architecture, Church
St. Nicholas Church, Prague
5 min walk • St. Nicholas Church, an architectural jewel nestled in the heart of Prague, is a masterpiece of Baroque grandeur. Constructed in the first half of the 18th century, this church stands as a testament to the opulence and artistic fervor of its era.
~510 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...
~970 ftN
Gothic architecture, Museum, Sacred and religious sites
Pinkas Synagogue, Prague
5 min walk • The Pinkas Synagogue, nestled within the historic Jewish Quarter of Prague, Czech Republic, is a poignant memorial and museum dedicated to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust from Czechoslovakia. This hallowed space, originally founded in 1535 by Rabbi Pinkas, serves...
~830 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.
~590 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.
~910 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.
~960 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.
~340 ftNE
Art Nouveau architecture, City hall, Art gallery
Galerie hlavního města Prahy, Prague
2 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.
~490 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.
~760 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Clementinum open?

Clementinum is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Clementinum?

Nearby attractions include National Library of the Czech Republic, Prague (1 min walk), Mirror Chapel, Prague (1 min walk), St. Clement's Cathedral, Prague (1 min walk), Slavonic Library in Prague, Prague (2 min walk).

How to get to Clementinum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Clementinum:

Bus

Mariánské náměstí • Lines: 194 (2 min walk)
Staroměstská • Lines: 194, 207 (4 min walk)

Tram

Staroměstská • Lines: 17, 18, 2, 93 (3 min walk)
Karlovy lázně • Lines: 17, 18, 2, 93 (5 min walk)

Metro

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

Train

Újezd (16 min walk)
Nebozízek (21 min walk)