Petřín Hill and Lookout Tower

The tower was built in 1891 after members of the Czech Tourist Club saw the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and it is about a fifth of the size. There are 299 steps to the cabin at 51 metres, and a lift for disabled visitors and seniors. Around it the hill has lawns, gardens and paths down to the river. The tower, the Mirror Maze and the Štefánik Observatory share a combined ticket.

What to look for

• The view of the Castle and the river from the cabin
• The Mirror Maze next to the tower
• The rose garden and paths towards Strahov
• The new funicular cars from Újezd

Opening hours

The tower opens 9:00 to 18:00 in October, 10:00 to 18:00 in November and December, and 9:00 to 19:00 from April to September. The park is open all day. The funicular from Újezd returned to service in September 2026 after two years of rebuilding.

Source: Prague City Tourism, checked October 5, 2026

Tickets and booking

Adult ticket CZK 250. The tower has an early bird discount of 50 percent in the first hour after opening, and combined tickets cover the Mirror Maze and the observatory. The 24 hour public transport ticket is valid on the funicular, but single tickets are not.

Getting there

Take tram 9, 12, 20 or 22 to Újezd for the funicular, or tram 22 to Pohořelec and walk through the park.

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Tip

Go up in the late afternoon for the Castle in low light, and walk back through the park to Strahov or down to Újezd.