St. Vitus Cathedral

Top 1% of attractions in Prague
8/10

What the experts agree on

Prague's grandest cathedral crowns the castle complex with soaring neo-Gothic towers that dominate the skyline. Though consecrated only in 1929, it's an architectural masterpiece blending centuries of styles into the country's largest church.

11 expert reviews

“With its graceful, soaring towers, this Gothic cathedral—among the most beautiful in Europe—is the spiritual heart of Prague Castle and of the Czech Republic itself.”

– Fodor's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"It might appear ancient, but much of Prague's principal cathedral was completed just in time for its belated consecration in 1929." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Dominating the city skyline, the twin towers of St. Vitus Cathedral mark the largest and most significant church in the country." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The grand St. Vitus Cathedral is a wonder to see." Full review
Let's Go Let's Go
"The cathedral is an architectural masterpiece, complete with three magnificent towers and more flying buttresses than it knows what to do with." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Built on the vestiges of its Romanesque predecessors, the glorious cathedral is the largest church in the country, its towers and pinnacles rising well above the Castle's surrounding walls." Full review
National Geographic National Geographic
"One of the largest castle complexes in the world." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
5.0
"The church that stands today is actually the third in honor of Saint Vitus...consecrated in 1929, the cathedral features neo-Gothic stylings alongside Renaissance and baroque details. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"His stained-glass panel adds to the ethereal quality of the St. Vitus Cathedral."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Buying a ticket gets you entry into the St. Vitus Cathedral, a wondrous twin-towered achievement that was begun in 1644 and only completed in 1929. You'll find the tomb of St. Wenceslas..."
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National Geographic National Geographic
"The Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral was consecrated in 1929, but the foundation stone was laid in 1344. Among its many treasures are the Chapel of St. Wenceslas, the walls of which are inlaid..."
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