Around 20,000 books and manuscripts, dating back to 1600, are in the baroque Library Hall, a masterpiece of 17th-century art with frescoes by Jan Hiebl. The Mirror Chapel, designed in 1724, is also rich in flamboyant baroque flourishes and serves as a venue for classical concerts. Climb the 172 steps to Clementinum’s Astronomical Tower, previously an observatory, for views of Prague and Vltava River. The site's two churches are further examples of baroque architecture.
Visits to the Clementinum are by guided tour only—and tours last around 50 minutes. Walking tours of Prague typically include a stop to look at the exterior. If you are short of time, a guided city tour is a great way to get a glimpse and see the sites quickly.