Powder Tower

The Powder Tower, a 15th-century Gothic landmark in Prague, originally served as a civic building and historic city gate.

The Powder Tower, also known as Prašná brána, is a notable landmark located in the Czech Republic. Constructed around 1475, it showcases the architectural style of Gothic architecture. Originally a civic building and historic city gate, it is situated in Prague 1 and the Old Town.

The tower’s height is approximately 44 meters. While classified as a museum, it is also considered a tower and a viewpoint. It is recognized, although with some dispute, as a cultural monument of the Czech Republic and part of a national cultural heritage site.

For visitor information, including opening hours which vary seasonally (generally 10:00-22:00), you can find details on the official website: https://www.muzeumprahy.cz/ and https://www.prague.eu/en/object/places/102/powder-gate-tower-prasna-brana?back=1. Note that wheelchair access is not available.

Practical information

Opening hours
Nov-Feb 10:00-18:00; Mar,Oct 10:00-20:00; Apr-Sep 10:00-22:00