Leica Gallery Prague

Leica Gallery Prague is a photography gallery on Školská Street in New Town, with an exhibition space, café and bookshop. Since opening in 2002, it has presented contemporary photography, including work by Czech, Slovak and international artists. The temporary shows change throughout the year, so there is usually a new collection to explore. After viewing the photographs, browse the photography books or pause for coffee and a cookie at the front café. Its calm atmosphere makes it a quiet cultural stop in central Prague.

A gallery for contemporary photography

Leica Gallery Prague has been exhibiting photography since 2002. Its programme focuses on contemporary work, with Czech and Slovak photography among its interests, alongside photographers from elsewhere. The gallery also supports photographic production and has taken part regularly in the Prague Photo art fair.

The programme changes over the course of the year, with six to seven exhibitions presented annually. That makes the current show the main reason to visit: the photographs on view depend on the exhibition schedule, rather than a permanent collection described in the available information.

Exhibition space, café and bookshop

The gallery’s premises bring together an exhibition hall, a café and a bookshop focused on photography publications. The café is at the front, where you can stop for coffee, other drinks or a cookie. The book selection gives photography enthusiasts something to browse alongside the exhibition.

The gallery also hosts talks, seminars, lectures, discussions and workshops. These activities extend its focus beyond displaying photographs, though the details of individual events depend on the programme. Check with the gallery for information about current exhibitions and events before planning around a particular show.