Bedřich Smetana Museum — Attraction in Prague

We had been to the Dvorak museum the previous day, which was very interesting and well presented. The Smetena Museum, which is managed by the same musical organisation, was by contrast totally uninspiring and, to be honest, a waste of a fine building. The staff were also completely uninterested in the material and the visitors. It isn't expensive to get in but, I wouldn't recommend it. Very, very disappointing. Do go to the Dvorak Museum, however. It's a little out from the centre but worth the walk.

After writing this review and reading other bad reviews I couldn't help wondering why this place had such a high star rating. I've looked at many of the previous reviews that (surprisingly to me) awarded 5 stars and noticed that they are mostly by people described as Local Guide. It seems there is a bit of manipulation...

Every visit to the Smetana Museum in Prague feels like stepping into a cherished memory. Nestled by the Vltava, the museum hums with Smetana’s spirit—his handwritten scores, the faint echo of Má Vlast, and the view of the Charles Bridge stir a deep nostalgia. Standing by his piano, I’m transported to my first visit, a wide-eyed dreamer swept up in his music’s passion. Each trip feels like meeting an old friend, the past blending with the present. Leaving is hard, but I carry its warmth with me, knowing I’ll return to this...

Highly recommended! The museum is located at the river bank, so you also get to see the scenic view of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle in the meantime. I also like the friendly staff and great collection of Smetana’s diaries, correspondences, and scorebooks. All together help me better understand him as a Czech classical musician. In response to another review, I don’t think the family tree is confusing, as it also adds some information to the root/background for Smetana’s work. Overall, it was a great experience...