Old Royal Palace

The original residence building, mostly wooden, was built at Prague Castle already at the turn of the 9th and 10th century. Used by Bohemian princes and kings for centuries, it was rebuilt in stone by Prince Soběslav in the 12th century and later significantly enlarged by Charles IV. The palace came to its magnificent Late Gothic form after 1483 under King Vladislav Jagiello.

The Vladislav Hall
The palace's centerpiece is the Vladislav Hall, designed by Benedikt Ried. It was the scene of coronation festivities, banquets, and knights' tournaments. The hall still fulfills state functions today. Neighbouring it is the Diet and the Ludwig Wing, where the Defenestration of Prague occurred in 1618, marking the start of the Thirty Years' War. Don't miss the observation gallery on the southern wall for beautiful views of Prague.

All Saints' Church
Built by Peter Parler on the site of a Romanesque chapel, this church was magnificently decorated in the manner of Sainte Chapelle in Paris. After the great fire of 1541, it was renewed and connected to the Vladislav Hall. It holds the tomb of St. Procopius.

The Theresian Wing, added in the 18th century, is now used for fine art exhibitions.