Cities like Prague offer more than just shopping experiences and historical landmarks—they are filled with galleries and art museums. Whether you’re drawn to classical masterpieces, modern avant-garde movements, or cutting-edge contemporary works, there’s something to suit every artistic taste. And which gallery is the ideal place, even for the little ones? Here’s a curated list of Prague’s 10 top galleries and exhibition spaces featuring permanent collections. 1. The new Mucha Museum Thanks in part to Mucha’s descendants, the new Mucha Museum opened at Savarin Palace in Prague on March 3, 2025. It is housed in the renovated Baroque Savarin Palace in the very heart of the Czech capital, on Na Příkopě Street. And it’s truly magnificent, just like Mucha’s Art Nouveau paintings. In addition to the iconic Art Nouveau pieces, you’ll see many that have never been exhibited before, including Mucha’s early oil paintings, studies for decorative documents, items exploring Mucha’s fascination with Freemasonry, and study materials for The Slav Epic. The entire exhibition begins with the life of Alphonse Mucha. Selected photographs from a private archive are on display, including a striking male nude that Mucha painted. In a pleasantly lit space dominated by crystal chandeliers, visitors can...
A new survey reveals that nearly half of Czech citizens believe current defense spending at 2 percent of GDP is sufficient, and only a small fraction would volunteer to join the military if Czechia or a NATO ally were attacked. The poll, conducted last month by the Median agency for Czech Radio, found that half of the respondents were content with the current level of investment in defense, one third of people wanted to increase spending above NATO’s minimum threshold of 2 percent, while a quarter of those asked backed a reduction in spending. The findings come just weeks after the Czech government announced plans to increase defense spending to at least 3 percent of GDP by 2030, a move Prime Minister Petr Fiala has described as both necessary and urgent. The Chamber of Deputies is set to debate the nation’s defense capability this week, with President Petr Pavel scheduled to address an extraordinary session on the topic. “Two percent is the minimum today, but not all states even meet that. We need to discuss whether higher spending is necessary and feasible,” Fiala said. He also highlighted the economic benefits of defense investment, including domestic industrial growth, innovation, and technological...
The third year of the largest cycling event of the year, Prague Bike Fest, will welcome visitors once again to Výstaviště on the weekend of 26 – 27 April 2025. Two days of a cycling trade fair, adrenaline, exhibitions, workshops, but also organised rides with well-known athletes, races and bike testing, along with a section of food with lots of savoury and sweet treats. Visitors can test dozens of bikes as well as buy or just look at the new offerings and cycling accessories as part of this unique trade fair. Just like every year, this year part of the trade fair will be for children, for whom a children’s test circuit will be prepared under the guidance of instructors from Trail Guide. However, those who enjoy a dose of adrenaline more than anything cannot miss the Big Air show, led by Teodor Kováč and other well-known Czech and foreign riders. They will be competing in a unique competition for prize money in the amount of CZK 100,000 in Big Air Eliminator. At a height of up to 7 meters, riders will perform their most difficult tricks such as a double-back flip, front flip with no hands or 720-degree spin....
As for the most interesting Czech holidays and traditions, Easter sure gives Christmas a run for its peníze (i.e. money). In addition to catching the beauty of spring, Eastertime visitors will come away from Prague with a pocketful of history and traditions to be shared back home (especially if a visit to the country’s more traditional Moravian region is involved). For a preview of what to expect for Easter in the Czech Republic, read our 8 fascinating Easter facts! 1. Is it Easter… or a celebration of spring? Velikonoce (Easter) comes from the expression velká noc, meaning “great night” after the day in which Jesus Christ rose from the dead. During Communist rule, however, the religious celebration was suppressed and the arrival of spring was recognized instead. Since the Velvet Revolution and the collapse of Communism in 1989, Easter’s Christian roots have slowly been reestablished, though the holiday is still less overtly religious than visitors might expect (at least in the case in the capital city). 2. Easter Monday trumps Easter Sunday The main day for Easter celebrations is on Easter Monday, also a national holiday. Easter Sunday (Velikonoční neděle), on the other hand, is typically spent preparing for the following day’s festivities during which ladies decorate the eggs...
The Easter markets in Prague’s Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square will officially open on Saturday, April 5, and run until Sunday, April 27. This year’s event will once again transform the city center into a festive spring marketplace, offering traditional Czech Easter decorations, crafts, and seasonal food. “In smaller boxes, we will plant two-and-a-half to three-meter birch trees, which should already be in bloom. These will be decorated with eggs and traditional ribbons. Larger boxes will showcase pansies, daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths,” explained decoration coordinator Tatiana Vomáčková. Another new feature is the Easter gate, located near Železná Street, which will serve as a symbolic entrance to the markets. “The gate will frame the view of Old Town Square and visually define the market area,” said Eva Poláčková, executive director of Decoled, the company responsible for market decorations. Easter photo corners will also be set up for visitors. One Kilometer of Easter Garlands and Interactive Art Boards The Easter decorations will extend throughout the markets, with one kilometer of wicker garlands adorning the Old Town Square stalls and an additional 300 meters of garlands on Wenceslas Square. A new interactive attraction will be available behind the Jan Hus statue, where...
A new report by the energy think tank Ember finds that imports of Russian gas to the EU surged by 18% in 2024. Despite plans to phase out Russian energy by 2027, increased imports into Italy, the Czech Republic, and France drove the rise. Although demand did not grow, imports increased. Moreover, the EU plans to enhance its liquefied natural gas (LNG) import capacity by 54%, with member states seeking alternative gas suppliers. According to the think tank, this expansion occurs despite stable demand until 2030. Analysts warn that such expansion could result in overcapacity, with fossil gas supply expected to surpass demand by 26% in 2030. “This level of overinvestment, amounting to 131 billion cubic meters, matches the combined annual gas consumption of Germany, France, and Poland,” reads the press release. “It is a scandal that the EU is still importing Russian gas,” said Ember analyst Dr Pawel Czyzak. “Instead of investing in true alternatives like renewables and efficiency to cut off Russian imports, Member States are burning money with expensive LNG capacity that won’t even be used.” The analysis reveals that after years of price volatility driven by the war in Ukraine, gas prices surged by 59% in...
On the night of Saturday, March 29, to Sunday, March 30, 2025, the Czech Republic will switch to daylight saving time once again. At 2:00 a.m. Central European Time (CET), clocks will move forward by one hour to 3:00 a.m. Central European Summer Time (CEST). This shift will impact some night transport services in Prague. Many people mistakenly refer to CET as winter time, but the seasonal time change was originally introduced to extend daylight hours and reduce reliance on artificial lighting, thus saving energy. However, the idea is based on assumptions from over a century ago. Modern energy experts argue that shifting the clock has little to no impact on electricity consumption. How Will Prague’s Public Transport Be Affected? Most night routes will operate as usual, but some services will follow modified timetables: No major changes – Night trams and most night buses will run as scheduled. Will continue after the time change – Bus lines 956, 957, 958, 959, and 960, along with night bus 397, will complete their routes after 3:00 a.m. CEST. Special timetables – Bus lines 903, 951, 952, and 954 will follow adjusted schedules. Passengers can find more details via the Prague Integrated Transport...
Delta Air Lines will resume direct flights between Prague and New York (JFK), reconnecting the two cities for the summer season. The service will begin on May 8, 2025, and continue until October 6, 2025. Flights will operate daily, with the route served by a Boeing 767-300. The journey is expected to take approximately 9 hours and 25 minutes. Tickets are already available, with one-way fares starting at 15,000 CZK for the basic fare. This seasonal connection is expected to boost tourism and business travel between Czechia and the United States, offering passengers a convenient non-stop option. Jiří Pos, chairman of the board at Prague Airport, expressed hope that the connection could become year-round. “Before the Covid crisis, over 70,000 passengers traveled between Prague and New York annually, which suggested strong potential for a permanent direct route to the Czech capital,” he said in 2022. However, that plan did not come to fruition. Despite this, Prague Airport remains committed to securing more long-haul connections. “Expanding North American and Asian routes is a key priority, and we have been negotiating with airlines for some time,” said Jaroslav Procházka from Prague Airport. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out...
The Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) is set to restore a historic sprinkler tram, a vehicle once essential for keeping the city’s streets clean. The project involves reconstructing the tram’s chassis to create a fully functional replica of this unique maintenance vehicle. The planned replica will be modeled after historic sprinkler tram No. 2505 from 1925. DPP will install a refurbished water tank onto the chassis of tram No. 2196, originally built in 1929. The restoration process will include chassis leveling, the addition of missing parts, and the integration of both new and reconditioned components, including electrical systems. Once completed, the tram will not only serve as a historical exhibit but will also retain its original gravity and pressurized sprinkling functions. The entire project will be strictly supervised to ensure historical authenticity while meeting modern technical standards. DPP plans to use the restored vehicle for special events, highlighting Prague’s rich transport history and the crucial role these trams once played in urban maintenance. A Glimpse Into the Past Following World War I, maintaining Prague’s streets with traditional trucks proved to be too costly. As a result, the city’s Building Authority commissioned Electric Companies to design special sprinkler trams. The first...
Car imports from China to the Czech Republic more than doubled last year, with Chinese brands now holding 3.3% of the domestic market for new passenger cars. The latest player to enter the scene is BYD, one of China’s largest car manufacturers, which will officially launch its brand in the country on April 1, 2024. Czech buyers purchased 7,675 cars from China in 2023, compared to 3,516 in 2022. The rapid increase in Chinese car sales is driven not only by competitive pricing but also by a notable improvement in quality and technology. As these brands continue to evolve, their share of the European market is expected to grow further. Despite this growth, Chinese carmakers could face obstacles in Europe. Klaus Zellmer, CEO of Škoda Auto, recently pointed out that US tariffs on Chinese imports imposed under Donald Trump’s policies might push Chinese manufacturers to shift their focus toward European markets. This could lead to increased competition for established European brands. BYD’s European Expansion Plans BYD is already making significant strides in Europe. The company is set to decide this year on the location of its third European factory. Its Hungarian plant will begin operations in October 2024, followed...
A new Poesiomat has been installed in the lower part of Wenceslas Square, offering visitors a unique blend of literature and history. The device, resembling a submarine periscope, plays 20 recordings tied to Prague’s past—including poetry, speeches, and key historical moments. Among them are a speech by Václav Havel, the last words of Jan Palach, and the proclamation of Czechoslovakia in 1918. The project was unveiled by Ondřej Kobza, the cultural activist behind Prague’s public pianos and chess tables. The machine, costing 280,000 CZK, was primarily funded by the city of Prague (250,000 CZK), with Prague 1 district contributing 30,000 CZK. Unlike a traditional jukebox, this Poesiomat plays more than just poetry. Visitors can listen to Klement Gottwald’s 1948 speech beginning with the famous words, “I am just returning from the Castle,” or Marta Kubišová’s first public performance in 1989 after a 20-year ban. The selection also includes: Poems by Vítězslav Nezval, Karel Šiktanc, and František Halas A short story by Jaroslav Hašek Popular children’s songs from the Semafor Theater A narration on Wenceslas Square in the 1920s by director Josef Vomáčka A historical account of the square’s architectural evolution, told by historian Richard Biegel Deputy Mayor Jiří Pospíšil (TOP 09)...
The country has been shaken this past week by the heartbreaking story of Madlenka, a two-year-old girl fighting for her life. She has been diagnosed with severe aplastic anaemia, a rare condition in which her body has stopped producing white and red blood cells, as well as platelets—leaving her immune system critically compromised. Her only hope of survival is a bone marrow transplant, but time is running out. Doctors have just six weeks to find a suitable donor. The urgency of her case has sparked a nationwide response. The National Bone Marrow Donor Registry, in partnership with the Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine (IKEM), has reported an unprecedented surge in registrations. According to CNN Prima News, Madlenka’s plight has deeply moved the Czech public, prompting a wave of support. Over the weekend, hundreds of people queued outside IKEM in Prague, hoping to be the match that could save her life. On Friday and Saturday alone, 730 new donors registered. By Sunday, another 400 had signed up. Martina Koláčná, a spokesperson for the registry, said interest remains high, and additional recruitment events are being planned. Donors can continue registering at IKEM from Wednesday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 12...
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