National Museum – Historical Building

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The Dark Blue World of Jaroslav Ježek

Marking the 120th anniversary of composer Jaroslav Ježek's birth, twelve sections trace his life from student years through the Liberated Theatre to American exile.

Now showing23 Sept – 28 Feb 2027Kč 360

Permanent Collections

Halls of Minerals

The museum's most beautiful and unusual minerals, plus meteorites, tektites and impactites, with a look at mineral fluorescence.

Permanent collectionKč 360

History

Long-term exhibition across seven halls tracing Czech lands from the 8th century to WWI through 2,000 artifacts, interactive displays and VR.

Permanent collectionKč 360

Windows into Prehistory

Four halls of 2,000 fossils from the Paleozoic to Quaternary, with life-size dinosaur models, the world's oldest land plant and a woolly rhino skeleton.

Permanent collectionKč 360

Museum From the Cellar to the Attic

A behind-the-scenes look at how the National Museum works, from basement foundations to the dome, in period cabinets designed by Josef Schulz.

Permanent collectionKč 360

The Miracles of Evolution

Natural-science exhibition across 2,000 sq m and seven halls, with 1,500 specimens including a 22.5m fin whale skeleton exploring evolutionary diversity.

Permanent collectionKč 360

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National Museum – New Building

Architecture2 min walk

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Mucha Museum

Art8 min walk

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Mucha Museum (Savarin Palace)

Art10 min walk

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Museum of Communism

History12 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does National Museum – Historical Building cost?

Standard adult admission to National Museum – Historical Building is Kč 360. Concession (seniors 65+, ages 15-18, students to 26, ISIC/ITIC) 260 CZK; children under 15 free with adult; school groups 40 CZK/person. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of National Museum – Historical Building?

National Museum – Historical Building is open Open daily 10:00-18:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is National Museum – Historical Building?

National Museum – Historical Building is located at Václavské náměstí 1700/68, 110 00 Praha 1, Czech Republic, in the Nové Město area of Prague. The nearest station is Muzeum (Metro lines A & C).

What can I see at National Museum – Historical Building?

Czech Republic's flagship museum in a grand 1891 neo-Renaissance palace crowning Wenceslas Square. Current highlights include Halls of Minerals, History and Windows into Prehistory.

Do I need to book National Museum – Historical Building 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 National Museum – Historical Building?

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.