Letohrádek Kinských

Prague 5, Czechia, Czech Republic (Czechia)

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Letohrádek Kinských is an elegant late-Classical summer palace located in Kinský Garden on the slopes of Petřín Hill in Prague 5.

It was built between 1827 and 1831 for the Kinsky noble family, based on designs by the Viennese architect Heinrich Koch, and is considered one of Prague’s finest examples of early 19th century villa architecture. The palace was originally used as a prestigious summer residence surrounded by landscaped gardens, ponds, and scenic viewpoints.

In the early 20th century, it became home to the Ethnographic Museum, and today it houses the Ethnographic Museum of the National Museum, which presents exhibitions on Czech folk culture, traditions, crafts, and everyday life. Set within one of Prague’s most beautiful parks, Letohrádek Kinských combines historic architecture, cultural exhibitions, and peaceful green surroundings, making it a popular attraction for both locals and visitors.