Zámek Troja
An early Baroque chateau resembling a Roman suburban villa, with frescoes, a Baroque staircase and a garden; it is managed by the Prague City Gallery.
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About the museum
Count Václav Vojtěch of Šternberk had the Troja Chateau built from 1679. He was inspired by the Roman suburban villas he had seen on his travels and wanted to bring a piece of the Eternal City to his native Bohemia. The design was prepared by the architect Jean Baptiste Mathey, of French origin, who drew on his experience from a stay in Italy. The centre of the building is a large hall, from which corridors lead to both sides with a row of salons, and the building is closed off at each side by tower-like belvederes.
The sculptural decoration of the double staircase leading into the garden was made by the Dresden artists Georg and Paul Hermann; the monumental statues depict the battle of the Titans against the gods of antiquity. The paintings on the ground floor were made mainly by Carpoforo Tencalla; on the first floor Francesco Marchetti and his son Giovanni Francesco worked. The illusionistic decoration of the great hall was created by the Flemish painters Abraham and Isaac Godyn.
Today the chateau is managed by the Prague City Gallery, which holds exhibitions there. The grounds, which include gardens that remain open in winter and the Karel bistro, are also part of the site. The premises can also be rented.
Highlights
- Early Baroque chateau modelled on Roman suburban villas
- Great hall with the illusionistic decoration by Abraham and Isaac Godyn
- Double Baroque staircase with the statues of the Titans
- Gardens open in winter too
- Exhibitions of contemporary art in historic interiors
- Operated by
- Galerie hlavního města Prahy
Admission & discounts
| Adults | 200 Kč |
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| Reduced | 90 Kčpupils and students aged 11–26, seniors aged 65 and over, school groups (one teacher per group of 10 or more) |
| Children & teens | 50 Kčfree up to age 5 · Children aged 6–10 pay the reduced admission of CZK 50. |
| Seniors | 90 KčSeniors aged 65 and over. |
| Visitors with disabilities | freecompanion free · Holders of ZTP and ZTP/P cards enter free, and so does the companion of a ZTP/P holder. |
| Students & apprentices | 90 KčPupils and students aged 11–26. |
| Groups (10+ people) | –School groups: reduced admission; one accompanying teacher free for groups of at least 10 people. |
| Families | 450 KčFamily ticket for 2 adults and 1–4 children under 15. |
Admission to the chateau is included in the ticket for the exhibition currently on show; tickets are sold at the ticket office or through the GoOut portal. Free entry for holders of GHMP Member, Member Plus and Patron cards.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Step-free access is only to the ground floor of the chateau.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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| Family ticket | 450 Kč · Family ticket for 2 adults and 1–4 children under 15. |
- Family tours & workshops
Creative workshops are held for children and families; the family ticket costs CZK 450 (2 adults and 1–4 children under 15).
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Zoo Praha-Troja
Buses 112 and 234, Zoo Praha-Troja stop.
The chateau lies in Prague 7 – Troja, next to the zoo.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Café
The Karel bistro is open on the grounds.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
The representative spaces of the chateau are available for hire (commercial rentals by the Prague City Gallery).
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours outside the set public dates can be booked by phone on +420 725 811 936 or at vzdelavani@ghmp.cz, always at least one week in advance; they are arranged for groups of more than 5 people. Guided tours for the public take place on announced dates. A themed tour is available for schools. |
