Jubilee Synagogue Synagogue
Art Nouveau synagogue and active Jewish community landmark
Built in 1906, an Art Nouveau synagogue with Moorish‑inspired decoration in Prague; visitors admire its ornate interior, attend services or join guided tours that explain the city's Jewish history.
Jubilee Synagogue at a Glance#
Address: Jeruzalémská 1310/9, 110 00 Nové Město, Prague 1, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.jewishmuseum.cz/en/info/other-sites/jubilee-synagogue/
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00, closed Mondays (hours may vary for services and holidays)
Admission: CZK 120-200 depending on tours and season; discounts for children and students
About Jubilee Synagogue#
The Jubilee Synagogue (also known as the Jerusalem Synagogue) stands in central Prague and is one of the city’s prominent early 20th-century synagogue buildings. Its exterior and interior combine Art Nouveau detailing with Moorish-Revival decorative motifs.
The principal space is a large, decorated prayer hall with a prominent dome and ornamental plasterwork and tile details. The building is used for religious services and cultural events and is noted for its distinctive architectural style within Prague’s urban fabric.
The synagogue was completed in the early 1900s and was constructed to serve Prague’s Jewish community during a period of civic and communal building. It has survived the 20th century and remains a visible component of Prague’s Jewish architectural heritage.
The synagogue is located in central Prague, within the dense urban streets of the historic city and easily reached on foot from major city-center landmarks.
- Style and date: Completed in the early 20th century, the building blends Art Nouveau and Moorish-Revival architectural elements and remains an active synagogue and cultural venue.
What to See#
- Main prayer hall: The synagogue’s main prayer hall is a large, richly decorated space combining Art Nouveau and Moorish-Revival motifs, with a high dome and ornamental detailing on the interior surfaces.
How to Get to Jubilee Synagogue#
The synagogue is a short tram or metro ride from central Prague; the nearest metro stations are Mustek (lines A/B) and Florenc (lines B/C), both within a 10-15 minute walk. It sits on Jeruzalémská Street in Prague’s New Town.
Tips for Visiting Jubilee Synagogue#
- Visit the synagogues in the afternoon when sunlight hits the gilded interior details.
- Buy a combined ticket for the Jewish Museum circuit in Prague to see additional sites with one pass.
- Notice the wear patterns on steps and thresholds-each groove is a small stamp of daily devotion.
Best Time to Visit Jubilee Synagogue#
Visit outside peak summer weekends; weekday afternoons are good for quieter contemplation.
Weather & Climate near Jubilee Synagogue#
Jubilee Synagogue's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (504 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 3° | -3° | 22 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 5° | -2° | 21 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 31 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 14° | 8° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 68 mm | overcast | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 69 mm | overcast | 68% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| July | Very Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Very Good | 15° - 25° | 20° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 9° | 30 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | 2° - 7° | 2° | 31 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -1° | 25 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
