Kafka Museum Ticket

Overview

Our exhibition offers an evocative insight into the life and work of one of the most important writers of the 20th century. Located in the picturesque setting of Malá Strana, it features historical documents, photographs, manuscripts, diaries, and audiovisual installations that capture Kafka's inner world and the atmosphere of Prague at the time. The exhibition is designed as a dark and symbolic journey, reflecting the existential anxiety, alienation, and absurdity that are central to his literary work.

What to Expect

The Franz Kafka Museum in Prague is dedicated to the life and work of the famous writer Franz Kafka, one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century. Located in the picturesque Lesser Town (Malá Strana) on the banks of the Vltava River, the museum offers an immersive experience exploring Kafka’s complex relationship with Prague — the city that deeply shaped his imagination and writings.

Inside, the exhibition is divided into two main sections: 'Existential Space' and 'Imaginary Topography', combining original manuscripts, diaries, photographs, letters, and audiovisual installations. The displays evoke the atmosphere of Kafka’s world — surreal, introspective, and fragmented — allowing visitors to engage with his thoughts, identity, and the themes of alienation and absurdity that define his work.

The museum is both a literary and artistic experience, intertwining history, emotion, and modern multimedia design to bring Kafka’s universe to life for visitors.

What you will see in the museum:

• Original manuscripts and first editions of his books
• Personal diaries and letters
• Historical photographs of Franz Kafka, his family, and Prague
• Maps of Prague connected to his life
• Audiovisual installations with sounds and projections
• Short documentary videos about his life and work
• Exhibits showing the atmosphere of Prague in his time
• Explanations of key themes in his writing, such as alienation and absurdity
• Artistic installations inspired by his work