The Mirror Maze sits in a small pavilion on Petřín Hill in Prague, inside Petřín Park. Built for the 1891 Prague Jubilee Exhibition, it was moved to the hill and turned into a mirror attraction in 1893. The route is brief, but it leads to a diorama of Prague’s defence of the Old Town Bridge Tower in 1648 and a room of mirrors that stretch and compress your reflection. The pavilion’s miniature fortress-like exterior is part of the appeal, and the nearby Petřín Lookout Tower makes an easy companion stop.
A pavilion from the 1891 exhibition
The Mirror Maze began as a pavilion at the Prague Jubilee Exhibition in 1891. It was later moved to Petřín Hill and converted into a mirror attraction in 1893. Its small, fortress-like exterior gives the building a distinct presence among the park’s paths and greenery.
The setting is part of the visit. Petřín Park has winding paths and several attractions, including the Petřín Lookout Tower. Reaching the maze involves a walk uphill through the park, so allow for that approach when planning your route.
The diorama and Hall of Laughter
The route through the mirrors is short. At its end, a large diorama depicts the defence of the Old Town Bridge Tower against Swedish forces in 1648. The scene connects the attraction to a specific episode in Prague’s history.
After the diorama, the Hall of Laughter uses mirrors that stretch and compress reflections. This is the best spot for playful photographs. Keep your camera around eye height to frame the distorted reflections well.
Planning a stop on Petřín Hill
The maze works best as a brief stop on a wider visit to Petřín Hill, especially if you are travelling with children or want to see the park’s attractions together. The nearby Petřín Lookout Tower can be paired with it; a combined ticket is available as an option.
Because the maze itself takes little time, plan around the walk through the park and any other places you want to see on the hill. An early visit can help you avoid crowds and leave more time for the surrounding paths and sights.
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How long does the Mirror Maze take?
The route is very short. Allow about 5 to 15 minutes for the maze, diorama and Hall of Laughter.
What is inside the Mirror Maze?
The attraction includes a mirror route, a diorama showing the 1648 defence of the Old Town Bridge Tower, and a Hall of Laughter with distorted mirrors.
Can I combine it with Petřín Lookout Tower?
Yes. A combined ticket with Petřín Lookout Tower is an option.
When is a good time to visit?
Go early in the day to avoid crowds and leave time for other attractions in Petřín Park.
