Muzeum rekordů a kuriozit

About the museum

The Museum of Records and Curiosities in Pelhřimov is run by the Agency Dobrý den, which records and verifies Czech records. In the course of its activity it has gathered more than ten thousand records; it publishes the Česká kniha rekordů (Czech Book of Records), and a records festival also takes place in Pelhřimov. The museum presents the most interesting of them, and its exhibitions are regularly changed in line with new record attempts.

Until 1 November 2026 visitors can see three sites: the historic tower in the Dolní brána (Lower Gate), with exhibits of the largest, smallest, longest, heaviest and fastest achievements; the Zlaté české ručičky exhibition on the Nábřeží Rekordů a kuriozit embankment; and the garden with giant objects. The basis of the Zlaté české ručičky exhibition is a collection of more than ninety objects made of matches and matchheads, which the museum describes as the most extensive of its kind in the world.

From 2 November 2026 the tower will remain closed to the public, and the exhibition on the embankment will be in operation. The operator is extending it with a large garden Gallery of Records, with new giant exhibits. In spring 2027 the Agency Dobrý den plans to open a new exhibition in Jindřichův Hradec.

Highlights

• Collection of more than 90 objects made of matches and matchheads
• The largest, smallest, longest and heaviest exhibits in the historic tower
• Garden with giant kitchen objects, for example a soup pot with a capacity of 2,300 litres
• The smallest gold cage in the Czech Republic and a four-metre plush bear
• Working marble violin and the smallest Czech distillery

Permanent exhibitions

• Expozice Zlaté české ručičky – The basis is a collection of more than 90 objects made of matches, including working musical instruments, vases and pictures. The smallest Czech distillery and the smallest gold cage in the Czech Republic are also on display.
• Zahrada s obřími předměty – In the garden stand giant kitchen utensils, for example a soup pot with a capacity of 2,300 litres and a two-metre teapot, as well as sculptures carved with a chainsaw and benches for resting.
• Věž Muzea rekordů v Dolní bráně – The historic tower is full of exhibits that document the unique achievements of Czech and world record-holders. From 2 November 2026 it is closed to the public.

Founded

1994

Operated by

Agentura Dobrý den, s.r.o.

Admission & discounts

Free admission: On your birthday admission is free on presentation of a document with a photo and your date of birth.

The prices stated are discounted prices (online purchase, cash payment at the ticket office, or a document entitling to a discount). The basic admission is CZK 350 for adults, CZK 250 for seniors over 65 and CZK 200 for children aged 7–15; the basic family admission is CZK 800, 900 and 1,000. The single admission covers the indoor exhibitions and the garden. Card payment is possible for amounts from CZK 150. A 20% discount applies on presentation of a ticket from Zoo Jihlava and with the Sphere card; discounts cannot be combined.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome
• Tactile models & exhibits
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The Zlaté české ručičky exhibition on Nábřeží Rekordů a kuriozit 811 is step-free: a spacious lift can also be used by an electric wheelchair. Wheelchair users are advised to report their arrival at least 3 working days in advance. Blind visitors can explore the giant exhibits in the garden by touch, and after prior notice museum staff will open further exhibits from the display cases. If a deaf visitor comes with a sign-language interpreter, the guide adapts the pace of the explanation.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Hands-on stations
• Stroller-friendly
• Playground / play area

Children have photo corners, a painting corner and a play area made of wooden sticks in the exhibition. In the garden there is the Stezka odvážných fakírů (Trail of Brave Fakirs) and, nearby, a children's playground. A pram can be parked in the Zlaté české ručičky exhibition, which is entered directly from the pavement. At Halloween a trail among the pumpkins is usually prepared. Dogs are welcome.

Getting there & parking

The two exhibitions are about 10 minutes' walk apart.

Amenities & dining

• Museum shop

Souvenirs and the Česká kniha rekordů (Czech Book of Records) are sold at the ticket offices. In the garden there are tables, benches and bicycle stands.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

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