Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
a three-block area make up the tourists' Jewish Quarter. Six
of the sights—all except the Old-New Synagogue—are called
“The Museum” and are covered by one admission ticket. Your
ticket comes with a map that locates the sights and lists admis-
sion appointments—the times you'll be let in if it's very busy.
(Ignore the times unless it's really crowded.) You'll notice plenty
of security (stepped up since 9/11).
Cost, Hours, Tours:
To visit all seven sights, you'll pay 500
Kč (300 Kč for the six sights that make up the Museum, plus 200
Kč for the Old-New Synagogue—hours on page 73). Museum
sights open April-Oct Sun-Fri 9:00-18:00; Nov-March Sun-Fri
9:00-16:30; closed year-round on Sat—the Jewish Sabbath—and
on Jewish holidays. Each sight is thoroughly and thoughtfully
described in English, making a guided tour unnecessary for most
visitors. Occasional guided walks in English start at the Maisel
Synagogue (50 Kč, 3 hours, tel. 222-317-191).
Cemetery:
The Old Jewish Cemetery—with its tightly
packed, topsy-turvy tombstones—is, for many, the most evocative
part of the experience. Unfortunately, there's no ticket just to see
the cemetery, and they've closed off most free viewpoints. If the
300-Kč museum ticket is too steep for you and you just want a free
peek at the famous cemetery, climb the steps to the covered porch
of the Ceremonial Hall (but don't rest your chin on the treacherous
railing).
