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Strahov Monastery (Strahovsky klaster)

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 160 attractions in Prague
Traveler Description: Whilst the Strahov monastary is a marvellous place to visit, with its massive library  of ancient texts and volumes (used for filming scenes in film... more »
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Attraction type: History museum, Library
Address: Strahovske nadvori 1 / 132 Prague 118 00
Czech Republic
Tel: 233 107 711
Fax: 233 107 752

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Reviews of Strahov Monastery (Strahovsky klaster)

( 1-4 of 4 )
5 of 5 stars
Massachusetts
Jun 23, 2008

The Strahov Monastery is on a hill above Prague Castle and is definitely worth a visit. The monastery itself is a fairly attractive baroque structure, and just next to it, you can get a wonderful view of Prague. The highlight, however, had to be the monastery library. Within, you'll find two GORGEOUS classical library rooms. Each is filled with books... more

5 of 5 stars
San Francisco
Jul 15, 2007
3/5 found this review helpful

Almost missed this sight after arriving when it was closed for lunch. However, after a brief walk to the the Loretta, we came back and it was worth it. Although it doesn't take much time to go through it, the rooms are spectacular. more

5 of 5 stars
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Feb 22, 2007
5/5 found this review helpful

Strahov is conveniently visited after Prague Castle. Exit Prague castle and continue walking west and up the hill to the left. The Monastery brews beer. They have a small selection of styles but this is probably the best dunkel brewed in Prague. Beer is expensive by Czech standards but good. The food is simple Czech fare, sausages, dumplings, and reasonably... more

5 of 5 stars
Washington D.C.
Mar 22, 2006
21/22 found this review helpful

Up near the Castle, this quaint yet sizeable former monastery is an undervalued jem in the gorgeous city of Prague. There are several components, each of which is valuable one its own. The chapel - excellent condition, but I was only able to see it through glass doors as it was closed at both times that I went. Stunning use... more

Reviews of Strahov Monastery (Strahovsky klaster)

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Strahov Monastery (Strahovsky klaster) Address

Strahovske nadvori 1 / 132, Prague 118 00, Czech Republic
Tel: 233 107 711 Fax: 233 107 752