Highlights
- Discover Karel Zeman’s iconic films and legendary special-effects techniques
- Explore interactive film sets and try special effects yourself
- Enjoy a family-friendly, barrier-free museum with fun activities for all ages
- Learn about Zeman’s life, creative journey from animation to world-famous films
Description
Step into the imaginative world of Karel Zeman! Discover the life and work of the internationally acclaimed filmmaker, and the cinematic special-effects techniques that brought Czech cinematography to world fame. Explore interactive film sets, try out special-effects tricks yourself, and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience perfect for families and film lovers alike.
The Karel Zeman Museum offers an interactive and immersive journey into the visionary world of filmmaker Karel Zeman. It maps his creative output beginning with his earliest animations and puppet films in the 1940s, extending through to the works of his last creative period. A substantial part of the exhibition focuses on his signature films — Journey to the Beginning of Time, The Fabulous World of Jules Verne, and The Fabulous Baron Munchausen. What sets the museum apart is its playful concept: the rooms are designed as film studios with small sets and backdrops that visitors can walk through and film themselves in action. Visitors may ride the flying machine from The Fabulous Baron Munchausen, walk on the moon, or pilot the submarine from The Fabulous World of Jules Verne. Previously unpublished photographs, original puppets, and other archival materials document Zeman’s life and creative process. The museum is designed especially for families with children, and it also aims to serve as a long-term institution preserving and promoting Zeman’s legacy through workshops, animation courses, and educational programmes.
Includes
Entrance ticket
Skip the line
On-line guide with additional information
Interactive exhibition areas – explore film sets, special effects, and hands-on activities
Important Information
- The activity can be booked for any day of the week
- Your visit is self-guided, so it can be as long or as brief as you would like
- Models from the films are displayed in front of the entrance
- The last possible entry is 1 hour before closing, latest at 6pm
- Opening hours may change during Christmas
- Children must be accompanied by an adult (18+)
- Wheelchair accessible
- *ℹ Only valid with student ID (public transport pass) or another document proving student status (ISIC)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
