Top 6 Museums in Prague
There are over a hundred museums in Prague. To pick the best museum is a challenge, especially if you only have a few days to visit. This is one of the most common questions we receive on our walking tours so we decided to share with you a list of the best museums in Prague. We also included some of our local tips for your visit. You are welcome 😊!
Prague National Museum
Prague National Museum is definitely one of the best museums in Prague. It is located on the Wenceslas Square, at the place of the former Horse Gate to the Prague New Town. National Museum stores millions of objects, most of which are Natural History exhibits. It's not only about the exhibitions but also the stunning interiors of that building.
The national museum was built at the end of the 19th century, during a period called Czech National Revival, a time when Czechs were trying to culturally differentiate from Austria (being a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire). Thus, the whole building has become a storytelling mechanism celebrating Czech history. Every sculpture, every fresco that decorates the interiors of this building is a little chapter from a fairy tale book, telling you the grand story of Bohemian people and their path towards the formation of Czechoslovakia.
The exhibition itself is mainly focused on natural history objects. We recommend checking out the large Mineral exhibit on the second floor! It is also possible to visit the Museum's dome, which provides a great view of Wenceslas Square. The Museum is working on opening more of its collection to the general public in 2021. For more information visit the official website of the Prague National Museum.
- Price for the adult ticket: 360 CZK
- Reduced admission: 260 CZK
- Time for visit: 2 hours - 4 hours
National Technical Museum
The National Technical Museum is one of the best deals you can get in Prague. The ticket for adults costs only 6 EUR and it opens 6 floors full of things to do. You will learn about how time has been measured throughout human history, how the cameras work, how news is broadcasted, and much more! The biggest perk this museum has is that its exhibitions are interactive and that way you can understand the different topics better. There is also one floor fully dedicated to children, so if you need a bit of rest from the little ones, just let them go crazy there. For more information visit their website!
- Price for the ticket: 290 CZK
- Time for visit: 2 hours - 6 hours
House of the Golden Ring
Our personal favorite! If you want to learn about Prague's most important parts of history, you have to visit here. In the 14th and the 16th century, Prague was the seat of the Holy Roman Empire. This museum takes it upon itself to bring this time to life with its audiovisual exhibitions. The best part is, the museum is super hidden and there are almost no tourists there. We think it's definitely worth it to give this museum a visit. The entrance ticket costs 180 czk. Book online, and get 20% off. A bargain!
- Price for the ticket: 180 CZK
- Time for visit: 2 hours - 4 hours
Fun Fact
- House of the Golden Ring is built on the foundations of a Romanesque building, which means you will store your clothes in a cloakroom from the 13th century!
Jewish Museum in Prague
Jewish museum in Prague has one of the largest exhibitions of Jewish artifacts in the world. The exhibition is divided between multiple buildings based on the themes. The Maisel Synagogue houses an exhibition about the history of Jewish people in Prague, while the Klausen Synagogue explains Jewish ceremonies and holidays. There is a lot to learn and you can even spend here the whole day, especially if you get the audioguide. The admission is 6000 czk, it is definitely the priciest one, but it includes 5 synagogues, Jewish Ceremonial Hall and even the Old Jewish cemetery! See more info on their website.
- Price for the ticket: 600 CZK
- Time for visit: 3 hours - 6 hours
Prague Castle Interiors
Last but definitely not least is the world-famous Prague Castle complex. Not only can you visit the four major sites—St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, Golden Lane, and St. George's Basilica—but you can also explore the museums and galleries located on the premises. We offer a Complete Prague Castle tour that covers the basic circuit of the complex. Our licensed professional guide will share the most interesting stories and details about this ancient site.
- Price for the main circuit ticket: 450 CZK/ 300 CZK - reduced/ 950 CZK - family ticket
- Price for permanent exhibitions: 300 CZK/ 200 CZK - reduced/ 700 CZK - family ticket
- Price for the picture gallery: 200 CZK/ 150 CZK - reduced/ 500 CZK - family ticket
- Price for Southern Tower: 200 CZK/ 150 CZK - reduced/ 500 CZK - family ticket
- 3 hours - 6 hours
What are the best museums in Prague for kids and families?
- National Technical Museum - There is a whole floor dedicated to kids, where they can solve riddles, try VR, and other fun things.
- Museum of Senses - This one is a lot of fun. For adults as well as kids. Be prepared to get dizzy!
- Prague Planetarium - Where else to get lost in the stars and embark on a journey that both kids and adults will enjoy.
Our Local Guide Tip
- If you are on a budget and are looking for a good value, choose the museums which start with the word "National" or the House of the Golden Ring - these museums are run by the Czech state, the entrance tickets are the cheapest and the exhibitions are much bigger than in the privately-owned museums like Franz Kafka museum.
- See more of our Prague Travel Tips.
Author: Valeriia Zahradnikova and Vaclav Zahradnik, Prague guides certified by Prague City Tourism agency. Valeriia and Vaclav have worked in tourism for over 6 years and have guided thousands of Prague visitors.
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