Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague Church
Neo-Gothic basilica inside Prague's historic Vyšehrad fortress
Vyšehrad's neo‑Gothic basilica, rebuilt in the 19th century, with stained glass, painted interiors and a cemetery where Czech cultural figures are buried; visitors attend services and tour the decoration.
Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague at a Glance#
Address: V Pevnosti 159/5b, 128 00 Praha 2 (Vyšehrad), Prague, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.vysehrad.cz/en/
Admission: Free (church interior; donations welcome). Special tours/tower/crypt may charge-see website.
About Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague#
The Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul at Vyšehrad is a Neo-Gothic church located on the Vyšehrad hill in Prague. It occupies a central position within the Vyšehrad complex and is notable for its 19th-century reconstruction that replaced earlier medieval structures.
The basilica’s exterior and interior reflect late 19th- and early 20th-century Gothic revival design; decorative work and furnishings date largely to the period of its rebuilding. The church is an integral part of the Vyšehrad ensemble, which includes fortifications, the Vyšehrad cemetery and other historic monuments.
The present building was reconstructed in the late 1800s and completed around the turn of the 20th century, replacing an older Romanesque and Baroque church on the same site. It functions today as a parish church and as part of the larger historic and touristic area of Vyšehrad.
Vyšehrad sits on a rocky promontory above the Vltava River in Prague’s southern central district, within easy reach of Prague’s city centre and its transport network.
- Style and setting: The church at Vyšehrad is a prominent Neo-Gothic landmark on the Vyšehrad hill complex with visible 19th-century reconstruction work.
How to Get to Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague#
The Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul is located within the Vyšehrad complex in Prague. Take Prague Metro line C to Vyšehrad station; from the station it is a short uphill walk of around 5-10 minutes to the basilica and fortress grounds. From Praha hlavní nádraží (Main Station) you can reach Vyšehrad by two stops on metro line C.
Tips for Visiting Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague#
- Visit the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul as part of an early morning walk through Vyšehrad to enjoy the building and the fortress grounds before tour groups arrive.
- Enter the Vyšehrad complex via the main approaches from the public park; the basilica is best seen in context with the viaduct, cemetery and river views surrounding the fortress.
- What many miss: the adjacent Vyšehrad cemetery and the panoramic views over the Vltava - take the short extra walk to the fortress walls after viewing the interior.
- Avoid the busiest times (late morning and early afternoon on weekends) by planning a weekday visit or arriving at opening time.
Best Time to Visit Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague#
See the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul in spring or autumn to avoid the busiest summer period while enjoying milder weather.
Weather & Climate near Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague#
Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Prague's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 25°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 3° | -3° | 22 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 5° | -2° | 20 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 30 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 14° | 8° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 69 mm | overcast | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 70 mm | overcast | 68% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| July | Very Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Very Good | 14° - 25° | 19° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Good | 6° - 14° | 9° | 29 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 7° | 2° | 31 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -1° | 25 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
