Jerusalem Synagogue | Prague

Jerusalem Synagogue, also called the Jubilee Synagogue, is on Jeruzalémská Street in Prague’s New Town, outside the Jewish Quarter and not far from the main train station. Built in 1906, it pairs Moorish Revival architecture with Art Nouveau decoration. Look for the colorful facade, then go inside to see the ornate interior and exhibits about Jewish life in Prague during the Second World War. A balcony gives you another view of the synagogue and its surroundings.

A synagogue outside the Jewish Quarter

Jerusalem Synagogue stands on Jeruzalémská Street in the New Town, outside Prague’s Jewish Quarter. It is also known as the Jubilee Synagogue, a name linked to its location on Jerusalem Street. The synagogue was designed by Wilhelm Stiassny and inaugurated in 1906. It is the youngest of Prague’s historic synagogues.

Its position on a quieter side street can make it easy to miss. The building is near the main train station and on a route between the station and the city center. Its colorful facade draws the eye among the more familiar Gothic and Baroque architecture nearby.

Moorish forms and Art Nouveau details

The exterior combines Moorish Revival design with Art Nouveau decoration. Inside, ornate details and vibrant colors continue the mix of Jewish, Moorish and European influences. Take time to look closely at the decorative work, then visit the balcony for another perspective on the building.

Exhibits provide information about Jewish life in Prague during the Second World War. The synagogue also has a permanent exhibition about the post-war Jewish community in Prague. Together, the architecture and displays give the visit both a visual focus and a historical one.