Viewpoint · Petřín, Prague

Petřín Lookout Tower

Petřín Lookout Tower
Photo: Ivan Korostelev, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The iron tower, about 63.5 metres tall, dates to 1891 and resembles a smaller Eiffel Tower. It stands in the Petřín gardens. Climb the stairs or take the lift for 360-degree views over the city.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 4 of Prague in 5 Days

Visiting Petřín Lookout Tower: what to know

Tickets
Ticket prices available at the entrance.
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes
Best time
Morning for clearer views
Getting there
Take the funicular from Malá Strana or walk up from the center

Prague itineraries with Petřín Lookout Tower

Day 4 of Prague in 5 Days

Strahov, Petřín and Kampa

How Petřín Lookout Tower fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Strahov MonasteryHradčany
  2. 12:00Petřín Lookout TowerPetřín
  3. 14:30Kampa IslandLesser Town
  4. 16:00Lennon WallLesser Town
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Petřín Lookout Tower FAQs

How tall is Petřín Lookout Tower?

The tower measures 60 meters in height.

Is there an elevator at Petřín Lookout Tower?

Yes, an elevator runs to the observation deck.

What views does Petřín Lookout Tower offer?

It offers 360 degree panoramas over Prague and the surrounding hills.

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