National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace

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230 Years of the NGP

A mini-exhibition marking 230 years since the founding of the Society of Patriotic Friends of the Arts, with 70 works from all five NGP collections tracing the gallery's history and acquisitions.

Now showing26 Mar – 3 Jan 2027Kč 250

Permanent Collections

1918–1938: First Czechoslovak Republic

Paintings, graphic design and book illustration tracing the cosmopolitan art scene of the young Czechoslovak state, with Czech and Slovak artists alongside Monet, Picasso and van Gogh.

Permanent collectionKč 250

1796–1918: Art of the Long Century

Over 450 works by 150 artists from the NGP's collections, arranged thematically (Man, The World, Ideas) from Canova to Picasso, spanning Czech and international art of the long 19th century.

Permanent collectionKč 250

1939–2021: The End of the Black-and-White Era

More than 300 works of Czech art from 1939 to 2021, tracing how artistic quality evolved through occupation, communism and beyond without imposing a simple ideological narrative.

Permanent collectionKč 250

1956–1989: Architecture for All

Architecture and everyday design under Czech late socialism, drawn from the National Gallery's Architecture Collection with photographs and film, set against wider European modernism.

Permanent collectionKč 250

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Visitor Information

How much does National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace cost?

Standard adult admission to National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace is Kč 250. 140 Kč discounted; 60 Kč school groups (age 16+, min. 10 people); free for visitors under 16. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace?

National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace is open Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, closed Mondays. Closed 24–25 Dec 2026 and 1 Jan 2027; shortened hours 10:00–16:00 on 31 Dec 2026.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace?

National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace is located at Dukelských hrdinů 47, 170 00 Prague 7-Holešovice, Czech Republic, in the Holešovice area of Prague. The nearest stations are Vltavská (Metro C), Veletržní palác (Tram 6, 17) and Strossmayerovo náměstí (Tram 1, 2, 6, 8, 12, 17, 25, 26).

What can I see at National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace?

Prague's largest modern-art hall — a 1928 Functionalist palace of glass and concrete housing the National Gallery's 20th–21st-century collections. Current highlights include 230 Years of the NGP, 1918–1938: First Czechoslovak Republic and 1796–1918: Art of the Long Century.

Do I need to book National Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace 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 Gallery Prague – Trade Fair Palace?

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.