The gallery is temporarily closed due to reconstruction works (exp. opening Q4/2025)
New functions, a new name
With regard to planned format of the venue and the place where it is located, the future gallery and educational centre has been named ARTSCHUL.
The name refers to the oldest synagogue Altschul (= Old School) which stood from the early 13th century until 1686 in this place. It is the first reliably documented synagogue in Prague. The side street behind the synagogue complex is still called U Staré školy (formerly Altschulgasse in German, Altschulgasse in Yiddish, Altšůlgas in Yiddish).
Robert Guttmann Gallery
ODED EZER: THE SAMSA ENIGMA STARTS ON 4 JUNE, 2024
On June 4 this year – which marks the centenary of the death of famed Prague writer Franz Kafka – the Robert Guttmann
Gallery of the Jewish Museum in Prague will be launching an exhibition by the leading Israeli typographer and artist Oded
Ezer. The installation, presented as mocumentary fiction, expands on the fantasy surrounding the protagonist of one of Kafka's
most renowned stories. Gregor Samsa is portrayed as a forgotten literary prodigy whose writings have mysteriously vanished.
Unlike Kafka, Samsa was not fortunate enough to have his manuscripts preserved, but Ezer takes his narrative even a step further
by pointing out that the titles on the covers of twenty-four empty books are actually excerpts from the opening paragraph
of The Metamorphosis, hinting at the possibility that Kafka himself might have appropriated Samsa's work...
More about an exhibition at our press release
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Named after the well-known Prague naive painter Robert Guttmann (1880-1942), the gallery was opened in 2001
The venue covers an area of 80 square metres and meets all the requirements of a modern gallery. The use of high-quality adjustable window shades and a double-door entrance makes it possible to fully control the temperature and humidity of the room, thus creating ideal conditions for the display of even the most sensitive of materials (parchments, old printed books, historic textiles). The use of quality low-energy lighting and the possibility of regulating the intensity and angle of light make it possible to display historic materials that are extremely sensitive to light.
The gallery presents temporary exhibitions of items from the museum's collections and displays that focus on Jewish life, the persecution of Bohemian and Moravian Jews during the Second World War, Jewish monuments in the Czech Republic, and the Jewish presence in contemporary visual art.
Visitor information
- Free ticket (only for the gallery)
- Disabled access: yes (access from the JMP administrative building)
Where to find us
entry U Staré školy 3, 110 00 Praha 1
Frequently asked questions
How many sites are included in the ticket?
By paying a single entrance fee you can visit 4 synagogues (Maisel, Pinkas, Old-New and Spanish) and the wordlwide known Old Jewish cemetery. All the sites are located in the Josefov in a walking distance.
Do I need to buy a ticket in advance?
We highly recommend to buy a ticket in advance and avoid queuing. Tickets can be bought here https://www.jewishmuseum.cz/en/e-shop-en/.
Where can I buy a ticket?
Tickets can be purchased online here, or at the museum's ticket offices in the Spanish synagogue, the Klausen Synagogue, the Pinkas Synagogue, the Maisel synagogue and in the Information and Reservation Centre.
How to avoid queues?
We highly recommend buying tickets online in advance. Get yours here. If your program allows, plan your visit on early morning (9-10AM) or in the late afternoon (after 3PM).
How long is the ticket valid?
Individual tickets are valid for 3 days, so you can split your visit in several days.
How do I get to the museum? (public transport, car)
The museum is easily accessible by public transport – the nearest stop is Staroměstská (metro line A, trams 17 and 18, buses 194 and 207), just a 3-minute walk away. Staroměstské Square is a 5-minute walk, and Charles Bridge about 10 minutes. Parking in the historic city center is limited, so we recommend using public transport or walking. The nearest paid parking lot is located under Čech Bridge on Edvard Beneš Embankment.
Does the museum offer guided tours?
We offer a number of tours in foreign languages. For more information see https://www.jewishmuseum.cz/en/info/visit/guided-tours/.
Is photography allowed in the museum?
Taking photographs in the Jewish Museum in Prague is allowed for personal and non-commercial purposes only. It is possible
after purchasing a ticket to the exhibitions at the museum's ticket office. Photographing for these purposes is possible without
using a tripod, additional lighting or flash. Taking professional photographs for commercial or other than personal purposes
in the Jewish Museum in Prague's buildings is only permitted by prior arrangement and after paying a fee according to the
service price list.
Permission to film in the museum's exhibitions and the Old Jewish Cemetery is only permitted by prior arrangement and for a previously agreed purpose. Applications for filming permission must be submitted at least one week in advance.
For more information and permissions contact: copyright@jewishmuseum.cz
Is Jewish Museum in Prague free?
The Jewish Museum in Prague is a non-governmental, non-profit institution. Unlike state-funded museums, we rely almost entirely on ticket sales to cover our operating costs.
So, no – JMP is not free. By purchasing an entrance ticket, you directly support the preservation of our historic buildings, exhibitions, and priceless collections. Your visit helps us continue sharing the rich and resilient story of Jewish life in Prague with the world.
Is there a dress code for the Jewish Quarter in Prague?
Visitors are requested to respect the cultural significance and solemnity of the sites of the Jewish Museum in Prague and wear appropriate clothes (shoulders covered).Men are recommended to use the kippahs we offer.
Is there anything special visitors should be prepared for during their visit?
At the Jewish Museum in Prague, the safety of our visitors, staff, and the historic sites we care for is our top priority. To ensure a secure and pleasant experience for everyone, we kindly ask you to follow these rules:
Prohibited Items
- Large luggage or backpacks (over 30 liters) Please note: the museum does not offer a luggage storage service. Lockers are available at major train and bus stations.
- Weapons or sharp objects
- Flammable materials
- Animals, with the exception of guide dogs
Security Checks
- All visitors are required to pass through security screening frames. If you have a medical condition that may be affected, please inform our staff before the check.
- Bag inspections may be conducted. For everyone’s safety, all bags, backpacks, and personal items are subject to search before entry.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
For more information, see the Visitor Regulations of the Jewish Museum in Prague.
When is it least busy at your place?
We recommend avoiding the busiest hours 11 - 15. In the morning or later in the afternoon, you will enjoy the visit with much smaller company.
Do you Provide Audio Guides?
Individual audio guides rental is provided Promotion and Education, s. r. o.
The audio tour lasts about two hours and contains 80 tour stops. It focuses not only on all of the museum's sites and permanent exhibitions but also on stories from the history of the Prague Jewish ghetto and the life of the Prague Jewish community.
Audio guides are available in Hebrew, English, German, Spanish, Italian and French.
An audio guide can be rented for CZK 250 (adults) or CZK 200 (children under 15 and students under 26).
Audio guides can be used during the museum's opening hours and during the entire validity period of the ticket (after the first day, they can be picked up free of charge).
The audio guide rental is located at the Information and Reservation Centre and at the entrance to the Pinkas Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery.

