Jewish Museum in Prague

About

The Jewish Museum in Prague is a unique institution spread across six historic sites in the Josefov (Jewish Quarter), offering an in-depth exploration of Jewish history, culture, and heritage in Bohemia and Moravia. Visitors can see the Maisel Synagogue, which features a new permanent exhibition on Jewish life from the 10th to 18th centuries, enhanced with interactive displays, rare manuscripts, and a virtual tour of the old Jewish town. The Spanish Synagogue, renowned for its stunning Moorish interior, continues the story from the 18th century to the present, focusing on emancipation, cultural achievements, and the impact of the Shoah, with a remarkable collection of synagogue silver and ceremonial objects. The Pinkas Synagogue serves as a moving Holocaust memorial, with the names of nearly 80,000 Czech Jewish victims inscribed on its walls. The Old Jewish Cemetery, one of Europe’s oldest, is filled with centuries-old gravestones, including those of notable Jewish figures. The Klausen Synagogue and the adjacent Ceremonial Hall (currently under renovation) traditionally house exhibitions on Jewish customs, traditions, and burial practices. Together, these sites hold one of the world’s largest collections of Judaica, including ceremonial silver, textiles, books, and personal artifacts, making the museum a powerful testament to the resilience and creativity of Prague’s Jewish community.

Prague Czech Republic

Location

The Jewish Museum in Prague is situated in the Josefov district, the city’s historic Jewish Quarter, with its main Information and Reservation Centre at Maiselova 15, Prague 1. The museum is not confined to a single building but is a collection of sites clustered within a few minutes’ walk of each other, including the Maisel, Pinkas, Klausen, and Spanish Synagogues, the Old Jewish Cemetery, the Ceremonial Hall, and the Robert Guttmann Gallery. This area is easily reached from the Staroměstská metro station, just a short walk away. Nearby, you can explore the atmospheric streets of Josefov, which blend Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture, and experience the Old-New Synagogue, the oldest active synagogue in Europe. The Old Town Square, with its famous Astronomical Clock, is just steps away, as are Pařížská Street’s luxury boutiques and the Franz Kafka statue near the Spanish Synagogue. The neighborhood is also dotted with kosher restaurants, cafés, and boutique shops, making it a vibrant area where centuries of Jewish heritage meet modern Prague