Prague · New Town and the river
Dancing House
A modern glass and stone building on the river embankment, usually seen from outside. It takes about twenty minutes, and it is free to look at.
- 20 min
- Free
- Booking: not needed
- New Town and the river
Data checked on October 5, 2026
The building opened on Rašínovo embankment in 1996, designed by Vlado Milunić and Frank Gehry. The stone tower stands for Fred Astaire, and the glass tower with its curved waist stands for Ginger Rogers. It stands among older apartment blocks, and a gallery and a restaurant terrace with a view of Prague can be visited inside.
What to look for
- The two towers, one in stone and one in glass
- The curved glass tower
- The terrace with a view over the river
- The contrast with the older street around it
Opening hours
Always open.
The facade can be seen at any time. The gallery and the terrace restaurant inside have their own hours.
Source: Prague City Tourism, checked October 5, 2026
Tickets and booking
Free. Free to view from outside.
Getting there
Metro B to Karlovo náměstí and walk 10 minutes towards the river, or tram to Jiráskovo náměstí next to the building.
Tip
See it from the embankment on the Old Town side as well, for the best view of the two towers.