Municipal House Prague

The Municipal House is a stunning example of Art Nouveau architecture. It is located in the heart of the city on Náměstí Republiky, next to the iconic Powder Gate. Built between 1905 and 1912, it is not only an architectural marvel but also a hub for concerts, dining, and guided tours. It houses a traditional café, a French restaurant, a Czech beer restaurant, and an American bar.

Designed mainly by Antonin Balsànek and Osvald PolÕvka with a significant contribution from various major Czech artists, the Municipal House (ObecnÕ Dm) has been recently fully restored to its original form. This impressive architecture boasts of housing one of the most noteworthy and largest concert venues, Smetana Hall along with plenty of salient features. The exterior of the splendid Municipal House is adorned with a vast fresco on the arch above the second floor balcony while a large dome placed behind and above the arch adds to the beauty of this impressive civic building. The interior of the building is not far behind being decorated with fine stained glass windows and beautiful paintings. Lord Mayor's Room serves as one of the best part of the house featuring murals by Alphonse Mucha. One can best explore the place either through guided tours, which are also available in English, by simply attending the concert or trying out its caf_ or restaurants.