Frank Kafka Museum, Prague: Tickets and Info

The Franz Kafka Museum is situated on the west bank of the Vltava River in the Malá Strana (Lesser Town) district. It is housed within the historic Herget Brickworks (Hergetova cihelna) complex, identifiable by the prominent courtyard featuring David Černý's "Piss" sculpture.

Official Address

Franz Kafka Museum
Cihelná 2b
118 00 Prague 1 – Malá Strana
Czech Republic

Arrival by Public Transport: Prague’s integrated transport system provides several efficient ways to reach the museum.

By Metro: Take Line A (Green Line) to the Malostranská station. From the station, it is a roughly 5-minute walk. Head south toward the river and follow the signs for Cihelná street.

By Tram: Numerous tram lines serve the Malostranská stop, including lines 2, 12, 15, 18, 20, 22, and 23. After disembarking, walk toward the river and enter the Cihelná street area via the small arched entrance leading to the museum courtyard.

By Ferry: For a more scenic approach, the P1 ferry operates between Sedlec and Zámky, while local river cruises often dock nearby at the Malá Strana piers.

Arrival on Foot: The museum is easily accessible from Prague’s most famous landmark, the Charles Bridge.

If you are crossing from the Old Town side, descend the stairs at the end of the bridge on the Malá Strana side (near the Kampa Island entrance). Walk north along the riverbank for approximately three minutes. The museum is located just past the Vojan Gardens, tucked behind the first line of buildings facing the water.

Arrival by Car: Driving to the museum is not recommended due to the narrow, one-way streets and strictly regulated parking zones of Prague 1. Most nearby parking is reserved for residents (Blue Zones). If you must drive, the nearest paid underground parking is available at Rudolfinum on the opposite side of the river, which requires a 10-minute walk across the Mánes Bridge.

The Franz Kafka Museum is housed in the restored Herget Brickworks, providing a climate-controlled environment suitable for preserving sensitive archival documents.

The facility includes a professional cloakroom where visitors are required to store large bags, umbrellas, and backpacks before entering the exhibition spaces.

This measure ensures both the safety of the artifacts and an unobstructed flow of movement through the narrow, atmospheric corridors of the display.

Restroom facilities are located within the museum complex and are maintained to high modern standards.

The layout is designed as a self-guided circuit, with clear signage directing visitors through the two primary thematic levels.

While the interior is intentionally dimly lit to enhance the "Kafkaesque" themes of the exhibition, all pathways are clearly marked for safety and navigation.

Ensuring access for visitors with reduced mobility is a priority, though the historic nature of the eighteenth-century brickworks presents certain structural limitations. The museum has implemented several features to accommodate guests with physical disabilities, sensory needs, and those traveling with families.

Wheelchair Access: The museum is largely accessible to wheelchair users. A modern elevator connects the different levels of the exhibition, allowing visitors to bypass the stairs. It is recommended that users of large motorized wheelchairs contact the museum in advance to ensure the elevator dimensions and interior gallery turns are compatible with their specific equipment.

Surface and Terrain: The exterior courtyard is paved with traditional Czech cobblestones, which can be uneven. Once inside the building, the flooring is smooth and level, making it easier for those using walking frames or canes to navigate.

Restroom Accessibility: The complex includes a dedicated, spacious restroom equipped with grab bars and sufficient turning space for a manual wheelchair.

Sensory Considerations: Prospective visitors should be aware that the exhibition uses "black light" design, high-contrast shadows, and a constant background soundtrack. These elements are integral to the artistic experience but may be challenging for individuals with light sensitivity or certain sensory processing disorders.

Service Animals: Certified service dogs are permitted within the museum galleries, provided they are kept on a lead and remain under the control of the owner at all times.

Assistance: Museum staff are stationed at the entrance and throughout the building to assist with operating the lift or providing directions to the most accessible routes.

The museum shop offers an extensive selection of literature and curated items that reflect the intellectual depth of the exhibition. Visitors can purchase complete works by Franz Kafka, including specialized academic editions, diaries, and collections of his letters.

The inventory is available in several languages - primarily Czech, German, and English - to accommodate the museum's international audience.

Beyond books, the store carries high-quality stationery, posters featuring Kafka’s original sketches, and thematic maps of "Kafka’s Prague."

The shop follows the same opening hours as the museum and is accessible to the general public without a gallery ticket, making it a destination for those seeking scholarly gifts or unique literary mementos in the Malá Strana district.