Brno

Museums & Cultural Heritage

Brno’s cultural landscape spans centuries, from the medieval fortifications of Špilberk and Veveří castles to the revolutionary functionalism of the UNESCO-listed Tugendhat Villa. The city’s history is preserved in the Moravian Gallery’s art collections and the Dietrichstein Palace’s scientific exhibits. Unique underground sites like the Brno Ossuary and the Labyrinth under the Vegetable Market offer a glimpse into the past, while specialized museums explore Romani culture, technical engineering, and the city's Jewish heritage.

Spilberk Castle

Historic castle and former fortress with over 700 years of history, now serving as a museum and cultural venue. Notable for its medieval origins, military significance, and architectural styles spanning Gothic and Baroque periods.

Tugendhat Villa

Modernist villa designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe between 1929 and 1930, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its architectural purity and innovative design.

Church of St. James

Historic late Gothic Roman Catholic church notable for its rich architectural heritage and an underground ossuary. It represents an important cultural and religious landmark with origins dating back to the 13th century.

Moravian Gallery

Second largest art museum in the Czech Republic featuring extensive collections across multiple historic buildings. Showcases modern and applied arts with a variety of permanent and temporary exhibitions.

Dietrichstein Palace

Historic Baroque palace and museum building that serves as the main exhibition venue for the Moravian Museum. It houses diverse collections spanning paleontology, mineralogy, prehistory, and medieval history.

Brno Ossuary

Historic underground ossuary containing the remains of over 50,000 people from the 17th and 18th centuries, notable as the second-largest ossuary in Europe. It offers a significant archaeological and cultural heritage site for those interested in history and macabre curiosities.

Veveří Castle

Veveří Castle is a medieval fortress with a history spanning nearly 800 years, originally serving as a royal residence and strategic defensive site. It is notable for its well-preserved Gothic and Romanesque architecture and functions as a museum.

Freedom Square

Historic pedestrian square featuring cobblestone surfaces, monuments, and notable architectural elements. It serves as a central cultural and historical space with artistic and commemorative landmarks.

Labyrinth under Vegetable Market

Historic underground complex featuring medieval tunnels, cellars, and corridors beneath a bustling marketplace. Offers a unique glimpse into medieval life and underground architecture.

Löw-Beer Villa

Historic Art Nouveau villa museum showcasing early 20th-century architecture and cultural exhibitions. Notable for its elegant design and focus on regional Jewish and bourgeoisie history.

Vila Stiassni

Historic modernist villa built in 1929 by architect Ernst Wiesner, now functioning as a museum focused on modern architecture and cultural heritage.

Villa of Dušan Jurkovič

Historic villa designed by architect Dušan Jurkovič in 1906, exemplifying Art Nouveau architecture. Functions as a museum and cultural site focused on modernist architectural heritage.

Mahen's Theatre

Mahen Theatre is a Czech theatre situated in the city of Brno. Mahen Theatre, built as German Deutsches Stadttheater in 1882, was one of the…

Měnínská brána

The only surviving city gate of Brno's medieval fortification system, dating back to the 13th century with later Renaissance reconstructions. Located on Orlí Street, this historical landmark now serves as an exhibition space for the Brno City Museum, frequently hosting historical displays.

Museum of Romani Culture

Ethnographic museum dedicated to the culture, history and language of Roma and Sinti people, founded in 1991 and holding a large collection of artifacts.

Technical Museum

Museum dedicated to technology, industry, and engineering with permanent and temporary exhibitions and interactive activities.

Jewish Cemetery

The Jewish Cemetery is the largest Jewish burial ground in Moravia, established in 1852, housing around 9,000 tombstones including those of notable individuals. It contains significant historical and cultural monuments, including a Holocaust memorial and an information center.

Statue of Margrave Jošt

Brno's newest statue and a favorite photo spot of the locals. Try to stand under it so that you can peek at the horse's mouth and you might…