The basilica is the burial place of several notable Czech figures, including composer Antonín Dvořák and writer Karel Čapek, located in the adjacent Vyšehrad Cemetery.
The church holds the 'Rain Maiden' painting, a 14th-century Gothic panel painting attributed to the Master of the Vyšehrad Cycle.
The portal tympanum displays a depiction of Christ, the Virgin Mary, and St. Peter and St. Paul in relief.
The current twin spires were only added during the 1902-1903 renovation, giving the building its definitive Neo-Gothic silhouette.
Excavations beneath the basilica revealed remains of an earlier Romanesque basilica and remnants of older fortification walls.
The Saints Peter & Paul Basilica is a prominent Neo-Gothic church situated within the historic Vyšehrad fortress complex in Prague. Originally founded in the 11th century by King Vratislaus II, the current structure underwent extensive reconstruction in the late 19th century under architect Josef Mocker. The interior is defined by vibrant Art Nouveau murals and stained glass windows created by František Urban and his wife Marie Urbanová-Zahradnická. The church houses the rare Romanesque sarcophagus of Saint Longinus. Its twin 58-meter spires dominate the southern Prague skyline. The basilica serves as an active parish church and a significant cultural landmark for liturgical music.
From the park paths leading towards the basilica's western facade to capture the full scale of the twin spires.
Combine your visit with a walk through the Vyšehrad Cemetery to see the elaborate tombstones of Czech cultural icons.
Explore the surrounding park area to find elevated vantage points overlooking the Vltava River.
Check the official website for scheduled organ recitals or choral performances.
Do not attempt to enter during active religious services as a tourist, as this is discouraged.
May have limited access during religious services or private weddings; usually closed to sightseeing during major feast days.
Maintain a quiet demeanor; modest attire covering shoulders and knees is expected.
