White Tower

Name: White Tower
Telephone: +420734711142

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72-meter tall Renaissance bell tower built from Hořice sandstone in 1574. It contains the second-largest bell in the Czech Republic, an astronomical clock, and a viewing gallery with views of the city and surrounding mountains. Read more…

Opening hours

Monday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sunday	9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Admission

Adult CZK 90.00

child(0-6) CZK 1.00

child(6-15) CZK 70.00

student(15-26) CZK 70.00

senior(65+) CZK 70.00

disabled CZK 60.00

Family CZK 200.00

Discount for disabled visitors and their accompaniment. Teachers and licensed guides with groups enter for free. Group discount of 10 CZK per person for groups of 15+.

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This 72-meter-high Renaissance structure, built in 1574 from Hořice sandstone, serves as a significant historical landmark. The tower houses the Augustin bell, the second-largest bell in the Czech Republic, and a rare historical clock machine dating back to 1829.

The interior contains a multimedia information center and a unique 1:20 scale glass model of the tower. An astronomical clock is integrated into the building, which also hosts various exhibitions and interactive tours utilizing modern audio-visual technology.

The tower is open to the public, with an observation gallery offering panoramic views. The gallery provides visibility of the city as well as the Giant Mountains and the Orlické Mountains.