Prague 5: Culture, Gardens and Exhibitions

• Zahrada Kinských covers 22 hectares.
• Bertramka is a former Neoclassical estate surrounded by a beautiful park.
• The garden of Bertramka includes a sala terrena with original paintings from 1700 and 1780, which serves as a concert hall.
• Letohrádek Portheimka was built in 1728 by Kilián Ignác Dientzenhofer as a summer residence for his family.
• MeetFactory is an independent international multifunctional center for contemporary art.
• A guided tour with commentary takes place every month at Malostranský hřbitov.

Bertramka combines architectural history and parkland. As a former Neoclassical estate, the site is an example of a historic complex whose character is complemented by the surrounding park. The garden contains the sala terrena. Its original paintings date from 1700 and 1780; today, the room serves as a concert hall. For travelers interested in historic architecture and interiors, this makes the site different from a purely open-air destination.

Letohrádek Portheimka also offers a clear historic connection. The building was constructed in 1728 by Kilián Ignác Dientzenhofer as a summer residence for his family. Temporary exhibitions are held in the gallery rooms on the ground and first floors. This allows you to combine the historic building with an exhibition experience without equating the two aspects. Letohrádek Kinských also houses, among other things, an ethnographic exhibition of the National Museum.

With its area of 22 hectares, Zahrada Kinských is a distinct highlight among Prague 5's cultural attractions. The creation of the grounds is linked to a specific historic date: On March 27, 1826, Count Rudolf Kinský bought from entrepreneur Antonín Novotný the plots of the former Brabcovny, Štikovny, Peldřimovky and Plaské vineyards on the southern slope of Petřín. A villa and an extensive English-style park were to be created there. This history helps you view the garden not only as a green space, but also in the context of its historical development.

Malostranský hřbitov became a veritable gallery of cemetery sculpture from that period. A monthly guided tour with commentary offers a distinct way to explore it. If you prefer cemetery art, historic design and explanations provided during a guided tour, this offering can represent a different form of visit from a museum trip.

MeetFactory is aimed at visitors who would like to engage with contemporary art. The independent international center includes two galleries that provide space for critical engagement with the local and international art scene. From June to September, the MeetFactory's Zeď also serves as a free open-air cinema. At Letní kino Kinská, the projection surface is located on the rear façade of Letohrádek Kinských. The film offerings are therefore seasonal and should be considered in relation to your travel dates.

Historic buildings, gardens, an ethnographic exhibition, galleries and open-air cinema offer different focal points.

For further comparison within Prague's range of options, you can also view the pages on Strašnice, Stodůlky, Prague 7, Komořany and Karlín. The neutral comparisons of locations can help you avoid basing your accommodation search solely on the name of a single cultural attraction.

What is Bertramka?

Bertramka is a former Neoclassical estate surrounded by a beautiful park. The garden includes a sala terrena with original paintings from 1700 and 1780, which serves as a concert hall.

What is there to see at Letohrádek Portheimka?

Letohrádek Portheimka was built in 1728 by Kilián Ignác Dientzenhofer as a summer residence for his family. Temporary exhibitions are held in the gallery rooms on the ground and first floors.

When is the MeetFactory's open-air cinema held?

The MeetFactory's Zeď also serves as a free open-air cinema from June to September.

What kind of guided tour takes place at Malostranský hřbitov?

A guided tour with commentary takes place every month at Malostranský hřbitov.

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Relevant information for planning your trip:

Prague's districts: Old Town, Lesser Town and more, Czechia: Prague, Bohemia, Moravia and spa towns, Barrandov Film Studios in Prague: Film history and visiting.