Jan Palach Square, Prague

Name: Jan Palach Square
Address: Prague, Czech Republic

#115 among attractions in Prague

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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. ()

Local name: Náměstí Jana Palacha Coordinates: 50°5'21"N, 14°24'57"E

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Praha 1 (Staré Město)Prague Czech Republic

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Jan Palach Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Nicholas Church, Old Jewish Cemetery, Charles Bridge, Old New Synagogue.

~1050 ftSE
Gothic architecture, Baroque architecture, Church
St. Nicholas Church, Prague
6 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.
~400 ftNE
15th-century graveyard with many layers
Old Jewish Cemetery, Prague
2 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Prague, the Old Jewish Cemetery offers a solemn yet profound window into the history of the city's Jewish community. This hallowed ground, one of the largest of its kind in Europe, has served as the final resting place for generations of...
~1150 ftSW
Iconic 14th-century structure with views
Charles Bridge, Prague
6 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...
~710 ftNE
Europe's oldest active synagogue
Old New Synagogue, Prague
4 min walk • The Old New Synagogue, also known as Altneuschul, holds a special place in the heart of Prague's Jewish Quarter, known as Josefov. As the oldest active synagogue in Europe, it is not only a significant religious site for the Jewish community but also a testament to the...
~390 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Galerie Rudolfinum, Prague
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Prague, Galerie Rudolfinum serves as a beacon of culture and art in the Czech Republic. This prestigious gallery, located within the historic Rudolfinum building, is dedicated to contemporary art and offers a unique blend of visual arts...
~260 ftE
Gothic architecture, Museum, Sacred and religious sites
Pinkas Synagogue, Prague
2 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...
~570 ftNE
Museum
Josefov, Prague
3 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Prague, Czech Republic, lies Josefov, the city's former Jewish Quarter and a testament to the resilience of its Jewish community. This area, steeped in history and tragedy, now serves as a poignant museum complex dedicated...
~330 ftN
Enduring concert hall and art gallery
Rudolfinum, Prague
2 min walk • The Rudolfinum is a stately music hall and significant cultural landmark nestled in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic. This grand neo-renaissance building, situated on Jan Palach Square on the bank of the Vltava River, was inaugurated in 1885 and has since become...
~390 ftNW
Bridge, Sculpture
Mánes Bridge, Prague
2 min walk • Mánes Bridge is a road and tramway bridge over the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. It connects the Aleš Embankment and Rudolfinum to the Lesser Quarter and replaced the previous Rudolf footbridge built in 1869. The bridge is named after the Czech painter Josef Mánes.
~280 ftNE
19th-century museum of decorative arts
Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague, Prague
2 min walk • Founded in 1885, the Prague Museum of Decorative Arts is housed in a Neo-Renaissance edifice built from 1897 to 1899 after the designs of architect Josef Schulz. It opened in 1900 with exhibitions on the first floor.
~1220 ftSW
Tower, Observation decks and towers
Old Town Bridge Tower, Prague
6 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jan Palach Square?

Nearby attractions include Pinkas Synagogue, Prague (2 min walk), Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague, Prague (2 min walk), Rudolfinum, Prague (2 min walk), Ceremonial Hall, Prague (2 min walk).

How to get to Jan Palach Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jan Palach Square:

Bus

Staroměstská • Lines: 194, 207 (1 min walk)
Pařížská • Lines: 194 (4 min walk)

Tram

Staroměstská • Lines: 17, 18, 2, 93 (2 min walk)
Právnická fakulta • Lines: 17, 93 (5 min walk)

Metro

Staroměstská • Lines: A (3 min walk)
Malostranská • Lines: A (9 min walk)

Train

Újezd (19 min walk)
Praha Masarykovo nádraží (21 min walk)