Step inside Praga Magica to experience Prague’s Astronomical Clock through projection, drones, and interactive installations. This skip-the-line exhibition blends medieval mechanics with modern storytelling for a fresh, sensory visit to Old Town Square.
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You step through a low-lit doorway off Old Town Square and feel the city’s famous clock draw closer: gears suggested by light, the chime’s memory vibrating in the room. Praga Magica translates the Astronomical Clock’s centuries of ritual into a tactile, tech-driven walk where projections answer motion and small drones punctuate a loop of medieval stories and modern interpretation.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly standing and short walking inside the exhibition
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History
The Prague Astronomical Clock (Orloj) was first installed in 1410 and combines timekeeping with astronomical and liturgical displays that have become a civic ritual.
Conservation
Interactive, tech-driven exhibits reduce pressure on fragile historical mechanisms by offering digital interpretation; visitors should respect signage and avoid touching original clock parts to help preserve them.
Reserve your spot on the Praga Magica Interactive Exhibition today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Buy skip-the-line tickets
Reserve in advance to avoid the long queues at Old Town Hall; mobile tickets are accepted for fast entry.
Visit off-peak
Late morning or early evening visits reduce crowding and let you engage with installations without waiting.
Mind your photography
Photography is allowed but avoid flash and tripods to protect sensitive equipment and other visitors' experiences.
Combine with the tower view
Leave time to climb the Old Town Hall tower after the exhibition for a close vantage of the Astronomical Clock and sweeping square views.
Comfortable shoes
You’ll be on your feet and moving through interactive zones that require steady footing.
Portable charger
Interactive guides and mobile tickets use your phone battery; charging on the go is helpful.
Light jacket
Prague’s Old Town can be breezy; a jacket is useful if you plan to explore outside afterward.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture non-flash photos and use your device for the on-line guide and extra context.