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- Prague
- Petrin Observation Tower
Petrin Observation Tower
A small version of Paris's Eiffel Tower, the Petrin Observation
Tower may not sound tall at 197 feet tall (60 metres) but don't
forget that it stands aloft Petrin Hill overlooking the whole of
Prague. With breathtaking views, it is well worth the climb of 299
steps and on a clear day it is possible to see Snezka, the highest
peak in the Czech Republic. There is also an observatory and hall
of mirrors to explore (for a small entrance fee).
Information & Facts
Address
Admission
60 CZK (adult), 40 CZK (child)
Language
Czech is the official language but English and German are
also widely spoken.
Money
The official currency is the Czech crown, locally known as the
Koruna (CZK), which is divided into 100 haler. Most credit cards
including American Express, Diners Club, Visa and MasterCard are
accepted, but it is best to have cash handy when travelling away
from Prague and the main tourist centres. Travellers cheques and
foreign currency can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and
some hotels; commission is highest in hotels. Banks are closed on
weekends. ATMs (known as 'bankomats') are becoming more common in
Prague and are probably the best way to obtain local currency at a
good rate and without commission. The Czech Republic is still cheap
compared to the rest of Europe, though the gap is closing.
Opening Times
January to March: Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm;
April: daily 10am to 7pm; May to September: daily 10am to 10pm;
October: daily 10am to 6pm; November to December: Weekends and
Christmas holidays 10am to 5pm
Time
GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday in March to the last
Sunday in October).