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Baroque facade of the Czech Museum of Music on Karmelitská street in Prague

Czech Museum of Music

MusicHistoryClosed todayFrom Kč 140Malostranská (Metro A)

Housed in the former Baroque church of St. Mary Magdalene on Karmelitská street, the Czech Museum of Music is a department of the National Museum dedicated to musical instruments, scores and documents tracing Czech musical history. Its long-term exhibition "Man – Instrument – Music" displays instruments by family (keyboard, string, wind), folk and mechanical instruments, and rarities such as a piano played by Mozart during his 1787 Prague visit. Note: the museum is closed to the public from 29 June to 31 December 2026 for reconstruction of the building's dome lantern.

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Musical instrument display in the Man – Instrument – Music exhibition at the Czech Museum of Music

Man – Instrument – Music

Long-term exhibition of Czech and European musical instruments by family (keyboard, string, wind), including folk and mechanical instruments and a piano played by Mozart in 1787.

Permanent collectionKč 140

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Getting there

Karmelitská 2/4, 118 00 Praha 1, Czech Republic

Nearest station: Malostranská (Metro A), Malostranské náměstí (tram 12, 15, 20, 22) and Hellichova (tram)

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Hours

Closed until 31 December

Closed for dome lantern reconstruction

Mon10:00–18:00
TueTodayClosed
Wed10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–18:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

From Kč 140

Seniors 65+, ages 15-18, ISIC/ITIC holders: 140 CZK reduced rate isn't separate — concession 100 CZK; school groups 40 CZK/person; children under 15 free with adult; free for persons with disabilities

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Visitor Information

How much does Czech Museum of Music cost?
Standard adult admission to Czech Museum of Music is Kč 140. Seniors 65+, ages 15-18, ISIC/ITIC holders: 140 CZK reduced rate isn't separate — concession 100 CZK; school groups 40 CZK/person; children under 15 free with adult; free for persons with disabilities. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Czech Museum of Music?
Czech Museum of Music is open Regular hours: Mon 10:00-18:00, closed Tue, Wed-Sun 10:00-18:00. CLOSED to the public from 29 June to 31 December 2026 for reconstruction of the dome lantern.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Czech Museum of Music?
Czech Museum of Music is located at Karmelitská 2/4, 118 00 Praha 1, Czech Republic, in the Malá Strana area of Prague. The nearest stations are Malostranská (Metro A), Malostranské náměstí (tram 12, 15, 20, 22) and Hellichova (tram).
What can I see at Czech Museum of Music?
Baroque church turned instrument-filled treasury of Czech musical heritage in Malá Strana. Current highlights include Man – Instrument – Music.
Do I need to book Czech Museum of Music in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Czech Museum of Music?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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