New Jewish Cemetery: A Historical Resting Place
Explore Prague's New Jewish Cemetery: a serene historical site with notable graves and stunning Art Nouveau monuments.
Established in 1890, the New Jewish Cemetery in Prague's Žižkov district serves as a poignant monument to the city's Jewish heritage. It houses elaborate Art Nouveau tombstones and the graves of notable figures like Franz Kafka, offering a serene escape and a glimpse into Prague's cultural history.
A brief summary to New Jewish Cemetery
- 1, Izraelská 712, Prague 3-Žižkov, 130 00, CZ
- +420226235248
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-2 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Men should cover their heads out of respect. Yarmulkes are usually available at the entrance.
- Look for the grave of Franz Kafka, a major draw for visitors.
- Take your time to appreciate the diverse tombstone art, reflecting different historical periods.
- Note that last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From the city center, take tram line 9, 10, or 16 to the 'Husinecká' stop. From there, walk east on Husinecká Street, then turn left onto Izraelská Street. The cemetery will be on your right. A single tram ticket costs 40 CZK.
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Metro
Take Metro Line A (Green Line) to 'Muzeum' station, transfer to Metro Line C (Red Line) to 'Florenc'. From Florenc, take tram line 9 or 10 to 'Husinecká' stop, then walk to Izraelská Street. A combined metro and tram ticket costs approximately 40 CZK.
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Taxi
A taxi or ride-sharing service from Prague's city center to the New Jewish Cemetery typically costs between 115 CZK to 350 CZK, depending on the distance and traffic. The base fare is around 40 CZK, with an additional 36 CZK per kilometer. Confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.
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Walking
If you are in Žižkov, walk to the New Jewish Cemetery. From the Žižkov TV Tower, head southeast along Mahlerovy Sady. Continue onto Izraelská Street; the cemetery will be on your right.
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