Amazing view of Prague at viewing point outside monastery

What is a visit to Prague without a trip up to Petrin Hill via the Funicular? At Petrin Hill, you can enjoy amazing views of Prague, scale the Petrin look-out tower, head for the hall of mirrors (mirror maze) or simply stroll along the hills to Strahov Monastery.

Attractions at Petrin Hill

Funicular

Opening hours of Funicular Station Prague
Opening hours of Funicular Station Prague
The Funicular up to Petrin Hill from Ujezd Station Prague
The Funicular up to Petrin Hill from Ujezd Station Prague


Video of Funicular Ride up to Petrin Hill


Ujezd Station (near to Hotel Roma Prague)

Petrin Station Prague
Petrin Station Prague

We were quite early this particular morning. Air was still cold but the sun was coming up. We were actually the first to take the funicular. There were a few others who took the first train up the hill as well – maybe workers at the restaurants? If you’re early like us and not sure what to do, there’s actually a mini museum depicting the history of the funicular. An interesting history…

History of the Funicular Prague
History of the Funicular Prague

Petrin Tower and Hunger Wall

The main attraction atop of Petrin Hill would be the Petrin look-out Tower.

Petrin Tower and the Hunger Wall Prague
Petrin Tower and the Hunger Wall Prague

The Petrin Tower was built in 1891 for the Jubilee Exhibition. It is purposely reconstructed as a mini replica of the Eiffel Tower (looks familiar eh?). The tower is 60m high and has 299 steps to the top platform.

The wall you see in this picture is also known as the Hunger Wall. It was said that the wall was built by Charles the 4th, not as a means of defence but actually to employ the poor people and to feed them – hence the name Hunger Wall.

1st Floor of Petrin Tower - Did not go up as the lift was spoilt!
1st Floor of Petrin Tower – Did not go up as the lift was spoilt!

Mirror Labyrinth

Mirror Labyrinth Petrin Hill Prague
Mirror Labyrinth Petrin Hill Prague

Again, we were early and we had to wait till the Mirror Labyrinth opened (opens at 10am daily except during winter months, opens on saturday and sunday only). It contains a maze of mirrors as well as some contoured mirrors for whimsical (laughter hall) effects.

Mirror Maze in Mirror Labyrinth Petrin Hill Prague
Mirror Maze in Mirror Labyrinth Petrin Hill Prague
Dioramic Picture commemorating the clash between the Swedish Army and Jesuit College
Dioramic Picture commemorating the clash between the Swedish Army and Jesuit College

This scene commemorates the battle of students with Swedes on Charles Bridge in 1648.

Enjoy a Stroll and Chill out with a pint at the Brewery

Atop Petrin Hill, not only can you enjoy a lovely stroll overlooking amazing views of Prague

Snowy path behind Petrin Tower Prague
Snowy path behind Petrin Tower Prague
Amazing view of Prague at viewing point outside monastery
Amazing view of Prague at viewing point outside monastery


View from Petrin Hill

You can also enjoy a pint at the local brewery!

Enjoy a pint for less than 50Czech Koruna!
Enjoy a pint for less than 50Czech Koruna!
Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Inside Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Inside Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Chicken St Nobert (140cz) Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Chicken St Nobert (140cz) Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Pancake with Caramel Beer Ice Cream (99cz) Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague
Pancake with Caramel Beer Ice Cream (99cz) Restaurant and Brewery Petrin Hill Prague

Last Words

We hope you’ve enjoyed our short little synopsis of our trip up Petrin Hill. Do share with us other interesting activities or sights that you’ve enjoyed here!

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