Strahov Monastery, Prague

Super cool library. It's definitely a quick trip. If you want a closer more in-depth experience you will need to book a tour. There is a link to booking big tours on their website. If you don't have a lot of time it's still worth popping in. It's about $5 to get in. Another $2 if you want to be allowed to use your camera (in non-flash mode). It's a pleasant walk / loop to go to the monastery, swing by the Loreta Church and then continue down to Prague Castle. You can also do the walk in reverse.

The Strahov library is absolutely stunning. I could spend the hours in there without any problem whatsoever. Both the philosophical room and the theology room are gorgeous. Sadly you can't walk into the main room and be closer to the wonderful murals but that's to be understood considering the possible damage changes in humidity can do to them. I'm not a huge fan of charging people extra money to be allowed to take photographs.

Both halls are really beautiful, but since you are not allowed to enter them, a photo does the same job. There is not much else to see, so you are not going to spend a lot of time at this place. However, it is possible to book a tour in a small group and enter them. It makes more sense to visit the monastery in combination with the Petrin Tower, because both are located outside the city and close to each other.

To get the most out of your visit, make a reservation to see the library well ahead of your visit. We were only allowed behind the rope while others with reservations walked inside. Honestly, the two rooms posted online are what is worth seeing. But the Strahov Treasury & Picture Gallery are worth every crown, particularly if you enjoy religious art and ecclesiastical treasures.

Beautiful view from the teras. I didn't get to try the local beer brewed by the local.monks which ia a must. The garden-restaurant is a bit overpriced but the view is well worthed.