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How to Visit the Bedřich Smetana Museum

Essential tips for planning your trip to the composer's museum in Prague.

Planning a visit to the Bedřich Smetana Museum offers a deeper look into the life and work of the founder of Czech national music. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, this guide provides practical information and tips. Always check the official website for the most current details regarding opening hours or special closures before your trip.

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Visit overview

Tickets for the Bedřich Smetana Museum can be purchased online or at the box office. E-tickets are valid for 30 days for a one-time entry. Please note that the building is not wheelchair accessible as the exposition is located on the upper floor.

Entry notes

Tickets can be purchased on-line or at the box office. E-tickets are valid for 30 days from the day of purchase for a one-time entry; please bring them printed or stored on your mobile phone. Keep your ticket for the duration of your entire visit, as purchased tickets cannot be returned or changed. Free admission tickets are only available at the box office for persons with severe disabilities (with valid disability ID), their accompanying person, and holders of ICOM, Prague Card – CoolPass, National Museum Society cards, or employees of a contributory organization of the Ministry of Culture of the Czech Republic. For school excursions (15–26 years), it is not possible to reserve a visit time, and tickets must be purchased at the ticket office. Guided tours for the public are only provided for groups of a minimum of 10 persons, on weekdays, and require prior ordering by phone or e-mail.

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The building is not wheelchair accessible as the exposition is located on the upper floor. A cloakroom is available free of charge for visitors. Photography and filming for non-commercial purposes are permitted without the use of flash and a tripod.

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Arrive by Subway A to Staroměstská station, or by Tram 17.

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