Posted by The National Museum of Technology of the Czech Republic is one of the largest and best museums in Prague. It is, seen from the inner city, on the other side of the Vltava River on Letna Mountain. Next door is the great Letna Beer Garden with a good view of the city and the Letna Park with the famous Prague Metronome.
The Prague Museum of Technology is a large building, there is much to see. You should bring a few hours with you.
National Museum of Technology in Prague-Letna
The collection is divided into more than 10 areas. In addition there are temporary special exhibitions. Currently, at the beginning of 2019, this is a large temporary exhibition called “Made in Czechoslovakia”.
The permanent areas in the Czech National Museum of Technology in Prague-Letna include astronomy, mining, photography, architecture, transport, metallurgy, printing, time measurement, chemistry around us, household technology and many more.
The Museum of Technology in Prague was completely renovated only a few years ago and is modern. If you are interested in technology, you should definitely visit the exhibition in Letna.
Opening hours Technology Museum Prague
The exhibition can be visited from 9 am to 6 pm. Monday is a day of rest. If Monday is a holiday in the Czech Republic, as far as we know the Museum of Technology is open.
Entrance fees to the National Museum of Technology Czech Republic
Adults pay 220 crowns for admission, which is almost 9 euros. We find the price is reasonable.
Children, students up to 26 years, people over 65 years and some groups more pay only 100 Czech crowns entrance fee (about 4 euros).
There is a family ticket for the Museum of Technology Prague for 420 crowns (almost 17 euros, max 3 children).
Children under the age of 6 do not have to pay admission to the National Museum of Technology in Prague.
Directions to the Prague Museum of Technology
The best way is by tram. We took the tram to the beautiful Strossmayer Square (Czech: Strossmayerovo náměstí) and walked from there (about 10 minutes). It is even closer from the tram stop “Letenské náměstí”.
You can also go to the subway station “Vltavská” (red line C) and then at the exit with all tram direction right to Strossmayer Square (only one station).
Important note: With the great tourist card Prague Card you can visit almost all important sights of Prague without paying admission: More info here
Youtube video about the museum (8 min, german)
Museum of Technology Prague Top 10
Transport exhibition
The museum’s most impressive exhibition, with historic cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes and even a model steam locomotive. A highlight for technology and vehicle fans.
Astronomy and time measurement
A collection of historical telescopes, clocks and other scientific instruments showing the development of astronomy and timekeeping.
Printing
A look at the history of book printing, with old printing presses and the opportunity to see for yourself how texts were printed in the past.
Mining
A replica of an underground mine with realistic tunnels and equipment used in Czech mining.
Photography and film
Old cameras, projectors and films documenting the development of photography and film.
Metallurgy
An exhibition showing the process of metal processing, from ore extraction to the manufacture of tools and machines.
Household appliances and everyday objects
A nostalgic collection of household appliances and everyday objects from different eras, documenting technical progress in the kitchen and household.
History of chemistry and pharmacy
An exhibition of historical laboratory equipment, chemical preparations and pharmaceutical products.
Telecommunications
A collection of historical telephones, radios, televisions and other communication devices.