Old Jewish Cemetery
Monument · Jewish Quarter, Prague

Old Jewish Cemetery

Photo: Postdlf · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

It served Prague's Jewish community from the 15th to 18th centuries. More than 12,000 tombstones stand in a compact space, with multiple layers of burials below. The grave of Rabbi Judah Loew draws attention for its link to the Golem legend.

On day 1 of Prague Old Town

Good to know

Tickets
Admission fee required, part of Jewish Museum sites.
Time needed
30-45 minutes
Best time
Morning to avoid larger groups
Getting there
In the Jewish Quarter, short walk from Old Town Square

Itineraries with Old Jewish Cemetery

Day 1 of Prague Old Town

Old Town and Jewish Quarter

How Old Jewish Cemetery fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Old Town Square & Astronomical ClockOld Town Square
  2. 10:15Old Jewish CemeteryOld Jewish Cemetery
  3. 11:15Spanish SynagogueSpanish Synagogue
  4. 15:00Estates TheatreEstates Theatre
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Old Jewish Cemetery questions

Is photography allowed in the Old Jewish Cemetery?

Photography is permitted but visitors must remain respectful and avoid flash near graves.

What are the opening hours of the Old Jewish Cemetery?

Hours vary by season. Check the Jewish Museum website for current times.

Can you visit the Old Jewish Cemetery on Saturday?

The site closes on Saturdays and Jewish holidays as it forms part of active religious sites.

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