Spring has arrived in Prague, and the city's galleries are blooming with new shows. From ancient history at the National Museum to cutting-edge contemporary installations at DOX, here is your curated list of what to see in April 2026.
1. National Gallery Prague (NGP)
The National Gallery is launching two major highlights this month. Most anticipated is the project by world-renowned curator Nicolas Bourriaud at the Trade Fair Palace.
Nicolas Bourriaud: Contemporary Art Between Organic Life and Automation (Starts April 10)
The Art of Asia Across Space and Time (Starts April 18 at Salm Palace)
Explore all NGP events: https://www.ngprague.cz/en/exhibitions-and-events
2. National Museum (Národní muzeum)
This April marks the opening of one of the year’s most spectacular historical exhibitions, focused on the "founding family" of the Czech state.
The Přemyslids (Opening mid-April): A grand look at the first Czech royal dynasty.
Soňa Červená (Ongoing): A tribute to the legendary opera singer’s career.
Check the program: https://www.nm.cz/en
3. Museum Kampa
Set on the banks of the Vltava, Museum Kampa is hosting a beautifully thematic exhibition for the spring season.
Václav Špála: Flowers (Ongoing): A rare collection of the artist's vibrant floral still lifes.
Václav Sokol – Abundance (Ongoing): A fresh look at Sokol's drawings and liturgical work.
Tickets & Info: https://www.museumkampa.cz/en/exhibitions/
4. DOX Centre for Contemporary Art
If you're in the Holešovice district, DOX continues to push boundaries with media-focused and psychological explorations.
HIT BY NEWS (Ongoing): A critical look at how media shapes our perception of society.
Jiří Petrbok: Patient Diary (Starts April 24): A fascinating record of identity and self-portraiture.
Joel-Peter Witkin: Broken World (Ending April 5): Catch this before it closes!
Full schedule: https://www.dox.cz/en/whats-on
5. Prague City Gallery (GHMP)
Don't miss the final days of the immersive "Double" exhibition at the Stone Bell House on Old Town Square.
The Double (Ending April 5): Exploring the phenomenon of the doppelgänger.
Labyrinth – Wandering Within (Ongoing): Located at the Municipal Library.
Gallery details: https://www.ghmp.cz/en/
6. Museum of Decorative Arts (UPM)
For fans of design and craftsmanship, UPM offers a deep dive into the human form and jewelry.
Jewellery and Figure (Until April 12): Exploring the relationship between the body and ornament.
Jindra Viková / Madonna Mia (Ongoing): Fine art and ceramics at the House at the Black Madonna.
Visit UPM: https://www.upm.cz/en/what-s-on/
Tip: Many galleries offer discounted admission on certain days or combined tickets. Be sure to check the official URLs above to book your entry in advance, especially for the Přemyslids at the National Museum!