Jewish Museum in Prague: Synagogues, Cemetery and Tickets

• Location: The complex is in Josefov, the former Jewish quarter of Prague’s Old Town.
• How to visit: The synagogues, exhibitions and Old Jewish Cemetery are spread across several sites, which you can reach on foot.
• Admission in 2026: An adult ticket costs 600 CZK; students under 26 pay 400 CZK.
• Time needed: The museum recommends allowing two to three hours for the full tour of Prague’s Jewish Town. This is a planning estimate, not a minimum visit duration.
• Ticket validity: Individual and family tickets are valid for three opening days, with one visit to each site. Groups of six or more may use their ticket only on the day it is issued.
• Closing days: The sites are closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
• Visitor rules: Men must wear a head covering in the cemetery; stay on the designated route.

The sites lie within the preserved area of the former Jewish Town and are easy to reach on foot. They include the Spanish, Maisel, Pinkas and Klausen synagogues, the Old Jewish Cemetery and the Old-New Synagogue. The Pinkas Synagogue is a memorial to the victims of the Shoah; the cemetery is both a place of remembrance and a historic burial ground. The Old-New Synagogue is managed by Prague’s Jewish community and has been included in the Prague Jewish Town circuit ticket since 2024.

A visit is especially worthwhile if you want to explore Jewish history, religious sites, architecture and remembrance together. If you are looking for a compact exhibition or a quick stop in the Old Town, don’t try to squeeze in every site. Plan the Pinkas Synagogue and Old Jewish Cemetery as one continuous part of your visit, then choose other sites according to your interests: the Spanish Synagogue is a highlight for architecture, while Pinkas and the cemetery focus on remembrance and history. If time is limited, it makes sense to be selective. For planning the rest of your day, see the Prague travel guide to its districts and routes.

In 2026, an adult ticket costs 600 CZK, while students under 26 pay 400 CZK. It covers the sites on the circuit that are open, including the Old-New Synagogue; each site can be visited only once. For individual visitors and families, the ticket is valid for three opening days. This lets you spread your visit over more than one day instead of trying to fit every site into a tight schedule. Groups of six or more must visit the sites on the day their ticket is issued. Tickets are available online or at ticket offices in the quarter; sales end 30 minutes before closing. The museum’s latest admission and visitor information can help you choose the right ticket.

As of October 11, 2026, the published seasonal schedule lists opening hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through October 17 for the synagogues and Old Jewish Cemetery managed by the museum. From October 18 to December 31, 2026, these sites are open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; the Old-New Synagogue is listed as open until 5 p.m. On December 24, the sites close at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Jewish holidays remain closing days, and individual sites may have different hours. These seasonal hours do not apply to visits after 2026; for later dates, check the published schedule for your chosen day.

According to the visitor information published on October 11, 2026, Josefov is about a three-minute walk from Staroměstská station, served by Metro Line A, tram lines 17 and 18, and buses 194 and 207. The sites are close enough together that driving between them offers no advantage. For Prague’s historic center, the museum recommends leaving your car outside the center and completing the last part of your journey on foot or by public transport.

Start early if you want to see the entire circuit: two to three hours is a tight estimate for several exhibitions and the cemetery, especially if you plan to read the displays and take breaks. It makes more sense to combine Josefov with the neighboring Old Town on the same day than with another major museum visit. Prague Castle is on the other side of the Vltava and is better planned as a separate block of time; compare the visit to Prague Castle. For more museum visits, consider another day for the National Museum in Prague or follow the itinerary for a cultural trip to Prague. If you want to visit Josefov early or late in the day, choose accommodation in Prague based on its central location.

The museum’s visitor rules, in effect from May 1, 2026, require visitors to keep their arms, shoulders and stomach covered in visitor areas; swimwear and bare feet are not allowed. Men must cover their heads when entering the Old Jewish Cemetery. Stay on the designated route there and do not touch interior walls or exhibits. Eating, drinking and smoking are prohibited in visitor areas; please keep noise to a minimum. Private, non-commercial photography is permitted with a valid ticket, without flash, additional lighting, a tripod or a selfie stick. The cemetery and memorial sites are not merely photo opportunities, but places of Jewish life, religious practice and remembrance.

Is the Jewish Museum a single building?

No. The visit takes you through several synagogues, the Old Jewish Cemetery and other sites open to visitors in Josefov. You walk between the sites.

How long does the full tour take?

Allow two to three hours. The museum gives this estimate for Prague’s Jewish Town; your visit may take longer if you spend more time at the exhibitions.

Is the Old-New Synagogue included in the ticket?

Yes. It has been included in the Prague Jewish Town ticket since January 1, 2024; separate admission tickets are not sold.

When is the museum closed?

The sites are closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Opening hours also vary by season and location; the published 2026 seasonal schedule lists shorter hours from October 18 onward than through October 17.

Can I use my ticket on another day?

Individual and family tickets are valid for three opening days and allow one visit to each site. For groups of six or more, tickets are valid only on the day they are issued.