Veletržní palác is a functionalist landmark built in 1928, now home to the National Gallery Prague's collection of 19th-21st century modern and contemporary art. Works by Picasso, Klimt and Mucha's Slovanská epopej are among the highlights. The building itself ranks as one of the finest examples of interwar architecture in Central Europe.
Staroměstské náměstí 12, 110 00 Praha 1
Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, Mon closed
A permanent collection exhibition at the National Gallery Prague presenting 323 Czech artworks from 1939 to the present, exploring art as historical testimony across a transformative era.
An exhibition of over 300 artworks from 1939–2021 exploring diverse approaches to artistic quality without hierarchy, from official art to unofficial creation.
A permanent exhibition of European masterworks from the 16th to 18th centuries, featuring works by Dürer, Rubens, Goya and Rembrandt, with a new section on Baroque art in Bohemia.
A permanent exhibition of Czechoslovak architecture and lifestyle from 1956–1989 showcases works by prominent architects and designers in the context of everyday life. The National Gallery display reveals how architecture and design intertwined with housing, technology, labour, and culture in socialist Czechoslovakia.
The National Gallery in Prague offers free admission for all children and young people under 15 to all its collection exhibitions and special exhibitions. Free entry also applies to disability pass holders, club members, and other groups; adults with a Komerční banka card receive a 20% discount.
A major collection exhibition of over 600 masterworks from antiquity to classicism, spanning Italian primitives, Renaissance and Baroque painting, and works by European masters across multiple centuries.
A comprehensive collection exhibition featuring over 450 works by 150 artists from 1796–1918, including masterpieces by Klimt, Munch, van Gogh, and Picasso. The display explores European art across three thematic sections spanning the long 19th century.
A ten-day ticket for 750 CZK provides access to all National Gallery Prague collection exhibitions, featuring works by world masters and leading Czech artists.
An outdoor photography exhibition celebrating 230 years of the National Gallery Prague's history. Archival images showcase key moments in the gallery's presentation of art collections.
A chamber exhibition at the National Gallery commemorates Czech artist Jiří Kolář's participation in the prestigious 1969 São Paulo Biennial, where he won an international award. The show reconstructs his presentation and explores the complex political context of Czechoslovak participation during the Cold War.
The National Gallery Prague celebrates 230 years of its existence with an exhibition in the south wing of the Trade Fair Palace. The ten-chapter exhibition presents the institution's development from 1796 to the present through approximately 70 works from all the gallery's collections.
A partial reconstruction of Czech artist Jiří Kolář's award-winning presentation at the 1969 São Paulo Biennial, featuring works from Czech collections and archival materials exploring art and politics during a turbulent era.
International contemporary art exhibition at the National Gallery. The biennale showcases works by artists from various countries.
The fourth Ve věci umění biennale, subtitled Necessary Desires, brings contemporary art to three venues across Praha and Pardubice. Entry is free for the full duration of the exhibition.
The fourth edition of this contemporary art biennale showcases over 50 artists and highlights voices often overlooked in mainstream discourse. The exhibition runs in Prague and Pardubice with free admission.
The fourth edition of this contemporary art biennale highlights overlooked voices and perspectives. The exhibition spans Prague and Pardubice, featuring over 50 artists with a full supporting programme.
A curator-led tour of the exhibition "The Rosary Celebration" at the National Gallery. Expert insights into the art and its history.
An exhibition at the National Gallery examines art through the lens of journeys and encounters between known and unknown worlds.
A summer creative workshop for children aged 6 to 9 at Prague's National Gallery, where art is explored through play and practical activities.
An exhibition exploring Mařák's School and its role in the development of Czech modernism at the National Gallery in Prague.
A garden celebration for teachers and educators at the National Gallery.
A conference celebrating the centenary of renowned Czech sculptor and medallist Pavel Preiss.
A lecture exploring art and the rosary celebration tradition at the National Gallery in Prague.
The Summer School of Art History in the National Gallery Prague Collections offers an educational programme for all those interested in art.
A lecture at Prague's National Gallery about discovering and enjoying art in everyday life.
An exhibition of Chinese landscape painting at the National Gallery. The show explores artistic perspectives on nature within the Chinese tradition.
A summer creative studio for children aged 10-13 exploring botany and herbarium-making. Held at the National Gallery.
A lecture on the bathing motif in early 20th-century European art, its symbolic significance, and its role in the work of leading artists of the era.
Summer studio workshop for children aged 10-13 at the National Gallery in Prague, focused on creative exploration and cultural discovery.
Guided tour through the UMPRUM Biennial exhibition showcasing contemporary work by Generation Z creators. Perfect for art and design enthusiasts.
A spring festival for young people at the National Gallery in Prague, blending art, culture, and entertainment.
The National Gallery Prague invites visitors to explore all permanent exhibitions free of charge on International Museum and Gallery Day, with an additional programme.
A lecture marking 230 years since the founding of the National Gallery's predecessor institution, examining its role as either an art sanctuary or a research laboratory.
An educational course by the National Gallery exploring Gothic architecture and art through lectures and guided collection tours, with discounted rates for students and seniors.
The UMPRUM Biennial: Generation Z showcases diploma and bachelor projects by 25 students from Prague's Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design. The exhibition at the National Gallery explores embodiment, identity, and our relationship with the virtual world.
The UMPRUM Biennial showcases student work from Prague's Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design. The exhibition explores the generational experiences of young people in the digital age through architecture, design, graphics and art.
A cross-section of work by 25 students from Prague's Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design, featuring diploma and bachelor projects from the past two years spanning architecture, design, fashion and fine art.
A regular Thursday art workshop for children 8–10 years old at the National Gallery Prague, where young artists explore various techniques from painting to photography under the guidance of an experienced educator.
A regular art workshop for children aged 6–8 at the National Gallery, where young artists draw inspiration from real artworks and explore various techniques from drawing to photography.
A regular art workshop for children aged 11–13 at the National Gallery Prague, where young artists draw inspiration from original works and explore classical and contemporary techniques.
A guided-tour series through the National Gallery Prague's historic buildings, led by curators and educators. Explore how art has evolved across centuries through the museum's major collections.