Story of Prague is an augmented-reality museum covering 800 years of the city’s history, right by Charles Bridge.
This guide was updated in June 2026. Adult admission is now CZK 390, up from the CZK 330 that visitor forums were quoting as recently as last year. The official ticket page was itself last updated in March 2026, so the current price list is genuinely current. You can book through GetYourGuide to buy your ticket before you travel.
Story of Prague quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Křižovnické náměstí, Prague 1, Czechia |
| Hours | Daily 10am–8pm; last entry around 7pm |
| Adult admission | CZK 390 |
| Child admission (4–15) | CZK 190 |
| Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children under 12) | CZK 990 |
| Nearest metro | Staroměstská (Line A) or Národní třída (Line B), short walk |
| Typical visit | 1–2 hours |
Why book Story of Prague tickets?
- 🏛️ 800 years in three floors: from medieval Prague to the Velvet Revolution, all under one roof.
- 🎟️ Tickets last a year: any e-ticket stays valid for 12 months, not just one date.
- 🌿 Right by Charles Bridge: the museum entrance is a few steps from one of Prague’s most famous landmarks.
- 📜 Guided by a ghost: a virtual narrator leads the augmented-reality tour through the app.
- 💰 Priority entry for online tickets: e-ticket holders go ahead of the queue at busy times.
Story of Prague opening hours
Story of Prague opens at 10am and closes at 8pm, every day of the week. Last entry is around 7pm, an hour before closing, to allow time for the full tour. The museum doesn’t publish seasonal closures, though it’s worth checking the website before visiting around major holidays.
Five great things to do while you’re in Prague
- Discover Prague’s communist history and nuclear bunkers on a Cold War-themed tour.
- Let a knowledgeable guide explain the highlights on a Prague Castle tour.
- Learn Czechia’s World War II history on a day trip to the Terezin concentration camp.
- Combine Czech beer with some of Prague’s best dining on a food and beer tour.
- Cover more ground in less time on a Prague bike tour.
Story of Prague ticket prices
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (16+) | CZK 390 |
| Child (4–15) | CZK 190 |
| Student | CZK 290 |
| Senior | CZK 290 |
| Family 2+2 (2 adults + 2 children under 12) | CZK 990 |
These are the official prices in Czech korunas, current as of early 2026. Adult admission has risen to CZK 390, more than the CZK 330 that online visitor forums were quoting only last year. Booking in advance through GetYourGuide is a straightforward way to buy ahead, and e-tickets bought directly on the museum’s own site get priority entry over vouchers bought elsewhere if there’s a queue. Every ticket, online or not, stays valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Why book the Go City Prague All-Inclusive Pass?
- 🏰 Top Prague Landmarks: Get access to over 30 top attractions, including the iconic Prague Castle complex, the Jewish Quarter, and the Petřín Observation Tower.
- 💰 Save up to 50%: Enjoy significant savings on combined admission prices compared to buying individual tickets at each attraction gate.
- 🚢 Vltava River Cruises: Experience the “City of a Hundred Spires” from the water with included sightseeing river cruises and boat tours.
- 📱 Contactless Digital Pass: Download your pass directly to your smartphone for seamless, paperless entry at every stop across the city.
- 🚌 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Navigate Prague’s winding streets with ease using the included sightseeing bus tour, perfect for reaching distant landmarks.
Getting to Story of Prague
By metro: Staroměstská (Line A) or Národní třída (Line B) are both a short walk away.
By tram: Several tram routes stop near Charles Bridge and the Old Town riverside.
On foot: The entrance is on Křižovnické náměstí, reached through a passage just back from the bridge.
Story of Prague parking
Story of Prague doesn’t have a car park of its own, since it’s in the heart of pedestrianised Old Town. Public transport or walking is the easier option, given how central the museum is.
How long to spend at Story of Prague
Most visitors spend one to two hours inside, following the augmented-reality tour at their own pace across three floors. Allow longer if you want to read every panel or explore every interactive photo point.
Story of Prague accessibility
Story of Prague is in a historic building with stairs between floors, and several visitor reports note that it isn’t fully wheelchair accessible. Anyone with mobility concerns should contact the museum directly before visiting to check current arrangements.
What to see at Story of Prague
Medieval Prague (1st floor): This floor covers the Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock, medieval torture instruments, knights and kings, the Hussite general Jan Žižka, and the mysterious chamber of Rudolf II.
World War and communism (2nd floor): Exhibits here cover the Nazi occupation, the 1945 bombing of Prague, Operation Anthropoid, the Prague Uprising, and life and surveillance under communist rule.
Recent past and present (3rd floor): The top floor traces the Velvet Revolution and Václav Havel, Czech achievements abroad, Prague’s trams and floods, and the coronation jewels, alongside a cinema room with tips for the rest of your trip.
The augmented-reality app: A free app, with headphones available at reception, turns each room into a guided, audio-visual tour narrated by a virtual ghost.
Story of Prague practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Download the app before you arrive | The AR experience works through your own phone; borrow headphones free at reception if needed. |
| Book online for priority entry | E-tickets bought directly on the museum’s site go ahead of vouchers bought elsewhere. |
| Check the price before you travel | Admission has risen to CZK 390; some older guides still quote a lower figure. |
| Allow time for all three floors | Each floor covers a different era, so rushing means missing a third of the museum. |
| Check accessibility in advance | The historic building has stairs between floors; contact the museum if mobility is a concern. |
Story of Prague FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much does admission cost? | CZK 390 for adults, CZK 190 for children aged 4 to 15, with a CZK 990 family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children. |
| How long does a visit take? | Most visitors spend one to two hours across the museum’s three floors. |
| Is the museum wheelchair accessible? | Visitor reports suggest it isn’t fully accessible, given the stairs in this historic building. |
| What’s included with my ticket? | Entry to all three floors and the augmented-reality app experience, with headphones available at reception. |
| How long is my ticket valid for? | Twelve months from the date of purchase. |
Things to do near Story of Prague
Charles Bridge: Right outside the museum, this is Prague’s most famous bridge, lined with statues and street performers.
Old Town Square: A short walk away, home to the Astronomical Clock and the Gothic towers of the Church of Our Lady before Týn.
Klementinum: A short walk away, this former Jesuit college has a baroque library hall open to visitors on guided tours.
Museum of Bricks: A short walk away, this LEGO-themed museum makes a good pairing for families.
Vltava riverbank: Right by the museum entrance, the riverside path is good for views back toward Prague Castle.
What to visit tomorrow near Story of Prague
City-history museums of this scale and format are rare outside Prague, so this list broadens to other Czech towns with their own strong historical stories.
Kutná Hora: About an hour’s drive away, this UNESCO-listed silver-mining town has its own dramatic history, including the famous Sedlec Ossuary.
Terezín Memorial: About an hour’s drive away, this former garrison town and wartime ghetto preserves a difficult but essential chapter of 20th-century history.
Plzeň Historical Underground: About an hour’s drive away, a network of medieval tunnels beneath Plzeň tells a very different, subterranean side of a Czech city’s story.
More Prague travel
Other Prague travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- The thoroughly enjoyable rebirth of the Karlin neighbourhood.
- Exploring Vinohrady, Prague’s most elegant neighbourhood.
- Plan your visit to the Mucha Museum and the Museum of Communism.
- Prague Zoo visitor guide: How much do tickets cost, and when is it open?
- Prague attraction guides: Kingdom of Railways and Signal Space.
