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Overview
The National Museum is an essential stop for anyone wishing to understand the heritage of the Czech Republic and the broader natural world. Located at the top of Wenceslas Square, this massive institution consists of a grand historical building and a contemporary new building, linked together by an underground corridor featuring an immersive multimedia exhibition. Visitors can explore detailed narratives of modern Czech history, ranging from the First World War to the nation's entry into the European Union. Furthermore, the museum houses one of Europe's most modern natural history collections, highlighted by a striking fin whale skeleton and over 1,500 other unique specimens. The site serves as a national cultural monument, providing a space for both education and quiet appreciation of history. For those with families, a dedicated Children's Museum is available within the new building, though it requires specific timed tickets and accompaniment by an adult.
| Attribute | Value | Trust |
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| Category | Museum | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Taxonomy primary | History Museum | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Taxonomy hierarchy | Arts and Entertainment > Museum > History Museum | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Brand | Národní muzeum | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Operating status | Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Address | Václavské náměstí 1700/68, 110 00 Praha, CZ | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Phones | +420224497111 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Emails | nm@nm.cz | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Websites | http://www.nm.cz/ | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Socials | https://www.facebook.com/104904884232542 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Wikidata | Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| GPS (lat/lon) | 50.079123, 14.430938 | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| H3 cell | 8f1e354184904b2 | MediumSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| GERS ID | d5dca00e-adf6-4475-b37e-19c58635f83c | HighSource: Overture MapsUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Overture confidence | 0.981782078742981 | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| AI agents | Admin | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Profile status | Listed | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Managed by | inHotel | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
| Last updated | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
Area
| Attribute | Value | Classification | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prague 1 | H3 cell: 851e3543fffffff | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Unknown | H3 cell: Unknown | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| Wenceslas Square | H3 cell: 861e3541fffffff | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.90 | Walker's Paradise | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.96 | WHO Target Compliant (<=300m) | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 | |
| 0.37 | Moderate Exposure (50-150m) | LowSource: GoVisitUpdated: 2026-08-10 |
Transportation
How to get to National Museum from common arrival points.
| Origin | Air distance (m) |
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| Adjacent neighborhood | Air distance (m) |
|---|---|
| Vinohrady | 57 |
| Žižkov | 692 |
| Old Town | 773 |
| Karlín | 1,292 |
| Nusle | 1,375 |
| Vyšehrad | 1,390 |
| Smíchov | 1,425 |
| Holešovice | 1,649 |
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Multimedia engagement
Experience history through modern multimedia installations.
Traverse the underground corridor featuring interactive displays.
Cultural immersion
Understand the identity of the Czech lands.
Follow the exhibition covering Czech territory since the 8th century.
Opening hours
Mo 10:00–18:00, Tu 10:00–18:00, We 10:00–18:00, Th 10:00–18:00, Fr 10:00–18:00, Sa 10:00–18:00, Su 10:00–18:00
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