Dancing House

Prague Dancing House featuring modern architecture, a city and street scenes
This modern building, which houses a bar and restaurant, stands out from Prague’s traditional cityscape.

In a city with a rich history of architecture, there is no building more controversial than the iconic Dancing House (Tančící Dům), built between 1992 and 1996. The curved, B-shaped building, made largely of glass, stands out from the old buildings surrounding it. Visit Dancing House to see a unique feat of architecture or dine in its popular restaurant.

View Dancing House from a distance so you can appreciate just how striking it looks against the buildings in New Town. Dancing House’s design is a good example of deconstructivism, a style characterized by controlled chaos and distortion. The contrast between the deconstructivist Dancing House and the baroque and art nouveau buildings around it makes for a stunning architectural photo.

The Czech-Croatian Vlado Milunić and Canadian Frank Gehry are the architects behind the project. The duo met with much opposition to the building because of how it stood out. Despite that initial resistance, Tancici Dum, as the Czechs call it, became a much-loved landmark of Prague. The building was even featured on a Czech coin in 2012.

Once you’ve admired the Dancing House’s unpredictable architecture from the outside, it’s time to step inside. Take the elevator to the rooftop terrace to enjoy a meal at one of Prague’s premier dining venues. Savour the modern European dining experience while you watch the sun go down over the city, with views across to Prague Castle. The rest of the Dancing House building is closed to the public.

Dancing House is located in the New Town, and can be reached on foot from Wenceslas Square in 15 minutes. You can also get to the building by metro or tram from various other central attractions. Check the Tancici Dum website, or telephone ahead, for information about opening hours.

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
29 Nov 2019

Couldn't see the 'dancers', but an unusual building

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
1 Oct 2019

did not go inside but apparently at the top is a bar with great views over the bridge, however you cant just go up to take photos, you must buy a drink!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
11 Sep 2019

Very interesting I thought.

3/5 - Okay

MikeE
9 Sep 2019

Walked past it, very interesting the site was bombed out in WWII and plot remained empty for many years.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
27 Jul 2019

A striking modern building next to the river.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
7 Jul 2019

Really Good views but as it’s a little away from the Old town the views are better during the day as opposed to night time

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