About this place
Galerie Jakubská is a small, intimate art gallery in Prague's Old Town, tucked away on Jakubská street just steps from Náměstí Republiky (Republic Square). Founded in 1994, it has been the home base of painter Alexandr Onishenko, the gallery's founder and an artist working in a personal take on New Impressionism.
What will you see inside?
The core of the collection is Onishenko's own oil paintings and sculptures, marked by bold color and an emotional, expressive style rooted in the impressionist tradition but pushed in his own direction. Alongside his work, the gallery also shows pieces by other artists connected to the space, including Irena Procházková, Hungarian painter László Kutas, and Vitalina Forostovets. The display rotates and gets refreshed over time, so no two visits are guaranteed to show quite the same selection.
The space itself is compact and cozy rather than a sprawling museum hall — more of a boutique room with seating for roughly 30 to 40 people, which gives the experience of viewing the art a noticeably more personal feel than a large institution would.
How do you get there?
The gallery sits right in the heart of Prague, on Jakubská street, within easy walking distance of Náměstí Republiky and the nearby Municipal House (Obecní dům). It's a convenient stop for anyone exploring Old Town on foot, easy to fold into a walk past the surrounding historic streets, churches, and townhouses. The nearest metro stations are Náměstí Republiky (line B) and Můstek (lines A and B), both just a few minutes' walk from the door.
When should you visit?
Galerie Jakubská is open daily except Sundays, typically from 10:00 to 18:00, which makes it easy to slot into most Old Town sightseeing plans. Admission is free, so there's no need to book ahead or budget extra for the visit — you can simply drop in between other nearby sights. The space is also occasionally used for cultural events such as intimate guitar concerts, adding a musical dimension to what is primarily a visual-art destination.
Who is it for?
The gallery is a good match for travelers looking for an alternative to large, crowded museums and who prefer a quieter, more personal encounter with contemporary art. It also appeals to fans of figurative and expressive painting, as well as anyone hoping to bring home an original piece of art as a Prague souvenir, since the gallery sells the works on display.
Most frequently asked questions
Is admission to Galerie Jakubská free? Yes, entrance is free of charge.
Who is the main artist featured in the gallery? The founder and primary artist, whose work dominates the collection, is Alexandr Onishenko, a painter working in the New Impressionism style.
How far is the gallery from Náměstí Republiky? Just a few minutes' walk — the gallery is located on Jakubská street, very close to both Náměstí Republiky and the Municipal House.
Does the gallery host events besides exhibitions? Yes, the space is sometimes used for intimate guitar concerts alongside its regular exhibitions.
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