Prague Jewish Quarter Tickets: Synagogues & Cemetery Guide
Prague’s Jewish Quarter (Josefov) is a collection of historic synagogues, exhibitions and the Old Jewish Cemetery, not one museum building. The official Jewish Museum ticket covers the participating sites that are open on your visit. The standard adult price is 600 CZK; students under 26 pay 400 CZK, children aged 7–15 pay 200 CZK, and younger children enter free. Individual and family tickets are valid for three opening days, with one entry per venue.
Allow two to three hours for the circuit. The museum is closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Its published 2026 hours are generally 09:00–18:00 through 17 October and 09:00–16:30 from 18 October, although the Old-New Synagogue has its own schedule. For the lowest-cost independent visit, book directly with the museum; guided products add interpretation and sometimes other stops.
Verdict: Josefov deserves a thoughtful half-day. The official circuit offers good value for independent visitors, while a knowledgeable guide can make its complex history much easier to understand.
Explore a guided Jewish Quarter visit with synagogue and cemetery entry.
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What the Prague Jewish Town ticket includes
The neighborhood itself is free to walk through. The paid Prague Jewish Town circuit provides entry to participating historic interiors and the Old Jewish Cemetery. The museum lists the Maisel, Pinkas, Spanish and Old-New synagogues among the principal ticketed venues. It also mentions the Klausen Synagogue on some visitor pages, but availability can change during conservation work. Buy for the currently open sites rather than assuming every listed building is accessible.
The Old-New Synagogue is administered by Prague’s Jewish Community and follows some different opening arrangements. A standard museum ticket is not automatically a guided tour, nor does every walking tour sold by another operator include interior admission. Read the precise inclusions before booking.
Official ticket prices and where to buy
The museum’s official admission page lists the following individual and family prices, checked in October 2026:
| Visitor | Ticket |
|---|---|
| Adult | 600 CZK |
| Student under 26 | 400 CZK |
| Child aged 7–15 | 200 CZK |
| Child up to age 6 | Free |
| Eligible disability card holder | 100 CZK |
Individual and family admission is valid for three museum opening days, with one visit to each site. Groups of six or more have different validity rules. Sales end 30 minutes before closing. Tickets are available online and at participating ticket offices, including the Visitor Centre at Maiselova 15. The museum recommends buying ahead to avoid ticket-office queues.
Prague Visitor Pass and Prague CoolPass holders may qualify for included admission under the museum’s current conditions. Compare a city card with separate tickets in our Prague city pass guide; do not assume every similarly named pass has the same benefits.
Synagogues and cemetery: what you will see
Maisel Synagogue introduces the longer history of Jewish life in Bohemia. Pinkas Synagogue is a memorial to victims of Nazi persecution from the Czech lands, so it calls for a quieter, more reflective visit than a conventional attraction. Give yourself time to understand the displays instead of rushing straight to the cemetery.
The Old Jewish Cemetery contains more than 12,000 gravestones, according to the museum, and was used from the fifteenth through eighteenth centuries. Its crowded appearance reflects generations of burials in a restricted area. It remains a place of remembrance; stay on the visitor path and respect other visitors.
The medieval Old-New Synagogue speaks to centuries of continuing religious life. The Spanish Synagogue offers a striking contrast, with Moorish Revival ornament, gilded decoration, stained glass and an exhibition on nineteenth- and twentieth-century Jewish history. Its beautiful interior should not overshadow the historical exhibition. Check the museum’s site pages for any temporary closures.
Opening hours and important closure days
The museum is closed every Saturday and on specified Jewish holidays. Check the official opening-hours calendar before fixing your itinerary. The published schedule for 1 September–17 October 2026 is generally 09:00–18:00; from 18 October through December it is generally 09:00–16:30. The Old-New Synagogue can close at a different time and usually closes earlier before Shabbat.
The museum advises avoiding the busiest hours, approximately 11:00–15:00. Arriving early is useful, but a late visit must leave enough time for the memorial, cemetery and separate buildings. Seasonal hours and holiday dates can change from year to year; never rely on a previous trip’s schedule.
Self-guided visit versus a guided tour
Choose independent admission when you want the best-value circuit ticket and freedom to linger at exhibitions. You can split your visit across the ticket’s three opening days. An optional museum audio guide provides interpretation without a group timetable; check the rental conditions directly.
Choose a guided experience if historical storytelling, an organized route and assistance with admission matter more. The GetYourGuide experience 1105454 advertises a 2.5-hour English-language tour with a licensed guide, museum and cemetery admission, and an additional medieval underground stop. It is a different product from the museum’s basic ticket. The provider describes the meeting point as inside a courtyard restaurant; follow the precise address on your booking confirmation.
The listing advertises cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. Always confirm your selected date, language, inclusions and cancellation terms. The museum also runs its own guided tours, which are worth comparing.
Check the guided tour’s dates and included entrances.
A sensible Josefov walking route
A practical independent route starts near the Visitor Centre or Maisel Synagogue, continues toward Pinkas Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery, then takes in the Old-New Synagogue and Spanish Synagogue. This is a suggested walking sequence, not a mandatory museum route; actual entry points and open venues should guide your order.
The museum estimates two to three hours for the full circuit. Add time if you read exhibitions closely, use an audio guide or travel with children. The three-opening-day ticket is useful for a slower visit. Consider a break after the memorial sites rather than treating the district as a checklist.
How to reach the Jewish Quarter
Josefov is in central Prague, close to Old Town Square. The museum identifies Staroměstská (Metro A; trams 17 and 18) as a convenient stop, approximately three minutes away on foot. Old Town Square is about five minutes away and Charles Bridge around ten. The sites are close enough to explore on foot; parking in the historic center is limited.
For wider route advice, consult our Prague transport guide. Josefov also pairs well with the Old Town Hall Tower, but those are separate ticketed experiences unless your chosen pass explicitly includes both.
Accessibility and respectful visiting
Accessibility varies significantly between these historic buildings. The museum lists access to Maisel and Spanish synagogues, but says the Pinkas interior is not wheelchair accessible. Its courtyard and an outdoor exhibition can be reached with staff assistance. The Old-New Synagogue and cemetery are not yet accessible for visitors with limited mobility. Consult the official accessibility details before booking a full circuit.
Wear respectful clothing with shoulders covered. Photography for personal use is generally allowed without flash, additional lighting or a tripod, subject to on-site instructions. Expect security screening and bag checks; the museum does not provide luggage storage and restricts large backpacks. Take particular care with behavior and photography around the memorial and cemetery.
Booking tips and whether it is worth it
Three checks prevent most mistakes: verify the date is open, confirm whether your ticket includes interiors, and distinguish museum admission from a guided package. The official adult price of 600 CZK is the benchmark for a self-guided visit. Paying more for a guided tour can be worthwhile when the guide, language or added experience is important to you.
For a meaningful visit, make space for the stories of the community as well as the architecture. After Josefov, continue planning with the Prague travel hub.
See guided Jewish Quarter booking options.
Visual reference credit: Spanish Synagogue dome photograph by Uoaei1 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0; the generated illustration adapts this reference.
