Verdict
Destinations
Attraction · Prague

Žižkov TV Tower

A 216m communist-era tower studded with David Černý's crawling-baby sculptures, with an observation deck and bar/restaurant.

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The verdict

Who it's worth it for

Great for
  • Photographers
Depends
  • Families with kids
  • Couples
  • Solo travellers
  • History & culture buffs
  • Adventurers
Not for
  • Travellers on a budget
  • If you've only got a day

Worth it for photographers; not for travellers on a budget.

Why we say this

Insider secrets & local vibes

Brutalist rocket meets David Černý's giant crawling babies — Prague's strangest landmark, and the deck gives the only truly high all-round view of the city.
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It's away from the centre in gritty-cool Žižkov and the observation-deck ticket isn't cheap.
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Many find the view 'nice but not magical' since you can't see the most striking thing — the tower you're standing in.
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What it feels like

Reading the room, traveller by traveller

  • With friends

    A quirky, polarising stop that pairs naturally with a Žižkov pub crawl.

  • As a couple

    The bar/restaurant up top is a novelty date, though it leans more curiosity than romance.

  • Solo

    Worth it for the design-curious wanting the city's highest viewpoint and the babies up close.

Good to know

Before you go

Cost
Observation deck ~300 CZK
Time
1–1.5 hours
Last verified
2026-06-17
Best time
Clear evening for the lit-up panorama.
Getting there
Jiřího z Poděbrad metro (line A), then a short walk into Žižkov.
Booking
Observation deck ticket on arrival; the restaurant takes reservations.
Accessibility
Lift to the deck — step-free once inside.
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