Spanish Synagogue

A synagogue you MUST visit when in Prague. When I discovered this synagogue, I knew I had to visit. Religious purposes aside, the architecture alone is one to be admired. I visited recently in Sept 2025, the side of the synagogue is like one of a Spanish Villa and then you enter from the front entrance which is unassuming. However once you are inside, you will pause, gasp, or say wow in awe because of the stunning interior inside the synagogue. There isn't anything quite like it. From the altar, aside from this, the walls and ceilings are adorned with intricate patterns. It is like stepping into a religious kaleidoscope. I was blown away. There is so much to look at, attention to detail as well as exhibits on the edges in regards to the Jewish community who resided in Prague during WW2 era. You are able to go upstairs as well to get a different vantage point and the exhibit continues. There is plenty to read, many old memorabilia items in terms of clothing, the famous star of "Jude" which Jewish people were made to wear to identify themselves, old pictures and much more... sometimes it is overwhelming how much history there is. It is a lot to take in. The Spanish synagogue is an architectural gem. Ornate, colourful, unique. A once in a lifetime visit that will leave a lasting impression on you. There is a gift shop whereby you can buy souvenirs such as postcards, keyrings and more.... Toilets are available which is useful as a tourist when going around. Keep in mind upon entry, you will be ask to go through airport style security and have your bag search for safety purposes. Men may be required to adorn a Kippah cap whilst inside the Synagogue.

Beautiful!! Absolutely beautiful. I would recommend getting the tickets to view all that are connected within the jewish quarters because they all hold such a timeless piece of history and culture. This particular building was so beautiful and when going upstairs and reading about the history really did make me emotional. I know the tickets are on the pricier side around 25 pounds per person but thats so many buildings and the cemetery included and I think its worth it 1000%, the price of tickets in my eyes helps keep the history alive. I would happily pay more than that after visiting, as I happily donated money to each building I visited. There's things there that dont really get taught in british schools that I wasn't aware of and it really makes you think deeply into what happened and what in some places is still happening today! 100% recommend visiting when you get the chance.

Amazing place! Very beautiful synagogue and museum telling about the Jewish community of Prague in different eras.

Of all the Jewish memorial sites in the city, this is, in my opinion, the most beautiful and impressive. The place is of course currently used as a museum and not as a synagogue. You can purchase a dedicated ticket just for this museum or a combined ticket (more affordable) that includes all the sites of Jewish heritage in the city's Jewish Quarter.

This Synagogue was built in 1868 and is just beautiful. I've wanted to see it inside for a long time and I wasn't disappointed. It's interior design was influenced by the famous Alhambra and is very impressive. This is architecture at it's finest. Reading about the history of the Synoguges and the Jewish Quarter is very emotional. If you buy the combined ticket for all the sites in The Jewish Quarter, you have 3 days to use the tickets. Th is is good as you don't have to rush to visit them all within a limited time, the tickets are excellent value

Nice jewish synagogue. There are 5 locations in total. Yoy have to buy the ticket for all of them. They won't sell yoy a ticket just for an individual location.

We toured the Jewish quarter earlier in the day. It was wonderful- lots of history and beauty. We discovered there was a concert that evening, so we also bought tickets to see it. It was members of the Czech Collegium Ensemble. I highly recommend it.

To enter and just see the synagogue you have to buy the whole package which is 890ck or 690ck. Which is steep and expensive. I was really excited to see this synagogue and learn more about Jewish culture but I guess I’ll have to watch it on YouTube. So upsetting that everything comes with a price these days. That’s why the 1 star. Otherwise no issues as I didn’t go inside due to my low budget.

This is a beautiful synagogue in the Jewish quarter. The Synagogue dazzles with its golden Moorish designs, blue and red patterns, and soft natural light. It's one of the most ornate synagogues in Europe, and stepping inside feels like entering another world entirely. Here, memory isn't heavy -- it shines. The music that often fills the space, whether classical or klezmer, feels like an act of defiance and joy. It's a reminder that the story of Jewish Prague is not only about sorrow, but about resilience, creativity, and renewal. It was a nice cultural and historical stop in our Prague walking tour.

Beautiful Spanish Synagogue Inspired by Alhambra Built in 1868, it shows a Moorish Revival-style inspired by Alhambra in Granada, Spain. Frantisek Skroup, who composed the Czech national anthem, was the organist here. It was built on the site of the Old Synagogue which was the oldest synagogue in Prague. The synagogue design was inspired by Arabic architecture and art. The bimah is situated at the eastern wall. The aron ha-kodesh is designed in the style of mihrab, and has no curtain (parochet) to cover the ark and Torah. During the WWII, the synagogue served as a storage place for confiscated properties of Czech Jewish Communities. After the war, the synagogue was given to the Jewish Museum and completely restored. It was neglected in the 1970s and closed a decade later. It was then restored again and the reopened in 1998. Today, it can be visited as part of the Jewish Museum in Prague.

This is the "newest" of the six historic Prague synagogues. It was built in the Spanish Moorish style in the second half of the 19th century, and features colorful stained glass, stylized oriental touches, a cool organ (marking its Reform pedigree) and a warm glow of gold. Gayle and I came here for a concert, rather than daven. We marveled at the architecture and thoroughly enjoyed the orchestral and vocal performance.

So much history in Josefov. It was initially a bit confusing, trying to understand where things were located, how it was situated, and where we needed to go, but once we spoke with a ticket agent, it all made sense. Josefov was crowded the day we went - all the synagogues, all the museums, even the cemetery were full of tourists. It was great for them, because I'm sure the funds will go a long way in helping to preserve the landmarks, but it made navigating through spaces a bit of a challenge. There were so many great displays within the Spanish Synagogue. They line every wall, and every one of them has a story to tell. Most of the displays had placards with English translations on them, but there were a fair number that did not. You can get a sense of what they're trying to tell you based on the artifact and the surrounding plaques, but there were a lot of gaps in information because of that. I'm not one of those travelers who expects the rest of the world to speak English, but it's confusing that some are translated and some aren't. The architecture and decor within this synagogue were beautiful. There's quite a bit to see - two levels worth, as a matter of fact - and though it can get crowded, it won't feel nearly as pinched as some of the other locations in the area. Definitely worth the time and money, for the history alone, if for nothing else.

This place was very nice. It was like a museum inside, with information on Jews in Bavaria and Jews in Czech Republic/Czechoslovakia throughout history. The structure itself was beautiful. I also went to a concert there at night where they were playing Gershwin music, which was very nice.

Beautiful synagogue located in the Josefov neighborhood. It's two floors of artifacts and impressive art. Loved the beautiful stained glass and huge organ. It's a great place to visit though it does get quite crowded. It's part of the Jewish Museum so the CZK300 which is a bit more than $12 is included and worth it.