Location: Brno
Top Things to do in Brno
The 10 Best Specialty Museums in Brno, Moravia
The charms of the Czech Republic's second-largest city may not be immediate, but spend a few days in this Moravian town and Brno's vibrant, authentic Czech ambiance will win you over. It's a fine way to experience Czech life without the teeming herds of tourists that visit Prague. Art Nouveau, Empire and Neoclassical buildings stand in the bar- and restaurant-packed old city center. Leafy parks abound. Be sure to get a photo with a local landmark, the suspiciously crocodilian Brno Dragon statue.
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1. Vila Stiassni
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By UGM_BRNO - Brno, Czech Republic
I was lucky being invited to visit this Brno villa designed by Ernst Wiesner while rooms were full of flowers arranged by contemporary floral designers. One more thing attracted my attention - the fashion parade - hommage to Elsa Schiaparelli. My friend and me had our hats on as well and we applauded to beautiful ladies and their creations. We had enjoyed the inspiring moments and wish you to have the fall of grace too.
2. Villa Tugendhat
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4.5 based on 670 reviews
This modernist landmark is an outstanding example of the international architectural style that flourished in 1920s Europe.
Reviewed By MacAli61 - Brno, Czech Republic
The Villa of Greta and Fritz Tugendhat, designed by the architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and built in 1929–1930, is a monument of modern architecture, and is the only example of modern architecture in the Czech Republic inscribed in the list of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites.
3. Brno Technical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By Siemi_1 - Ens, The Netherlands
One of the reasons to come back to Brno was that we missed this museum last time. We looked this museum a lot. There are many different exhibitions. Of course we liked the cars. Both the Lada's were a trip down memory lane for me. My best friends dad used to have a Lada shop. Since I work in IT, the old computer stuff was great to see. The old game Room was a trip down memory lane as well. The bottom floor, with the open turbines and aircraft engines was interesting to see as well. The staff was very friendly and helpful, however, they are only able to speak Czech. That's something which applies to the whole museum. It's focus is strictly czech. As a result of which there is a huge exhibition about the Czech history and the falling off the iron curtain. I rated it the maximum of 5 stars, even when there are some drawbacks for foreigners. What didn't catch my interest is surely interesting for others. The game Room could have been a bit more hands on. It would be so nice of there were a few arcades from the past. The experimental centre at the top floor really needs English information. Luckily I paid attention at school and could explain some to my son. We spent around 3,5 hours in here on a hot day. It is advisable to go on a less hot day, since it is a pity to spent such day inside and the airco inside can't deal with such heat. All in all, very nice experience.
4. Anthropos Pavilon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By UGM_BRNO - Brno, Czech Republic
I am very proud of this museum that is really unique. The building that was enlarlaged and reconstructed in 2006 houses both permanent and temporary exhibitions. So this time we were lucky to enjoy the stories Welcome to Neanderthals and Fight of Ichtyosaurs. It was nice to meet the model of mamoth older than 100 years decorated as being in love. We believe it is true that history is a great teacher and paleonthology has many things to surprise us and say "wow".
5. Museum of Romani Culture
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By timystic - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
I spent a few days with a friend living right next to the Museum so decided to visit. It was an eye-opening experience into the history of the Roma peoples, and their experience, culture and oppressions under various Czech governments. I appreciated the resilience of the Roma peoples in spending centuries travelling across Europe, the beautiful connections of their crafts and music and dance - and their fall out with the Catholic Church for simply believing in a different form of Christianity (which ultimately caused the worst oppressions in Europe). Up until relatively recently - the Roma holocaust and the forced assimilation under Soviet/Communist rule. Considering I saw racism against the Roma in Brno myself, this context was really important. If you are passing through Brno or visiting, please visit. It should take you about 2 hours to go through the whole thing (There is an audio guide in English but you can also pick up a book at the front of the exhibit which has the same descriptions).
6. Zetor Gallery
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
The traditional manufacturer of agricultural equipment presents a view of the rich history of Zetor tractors and particularly an exhibition of modern equipment. During the tour, the visitors encounter also others projections and effects presenting the brand in wider cultural, historical and geographical contexts. All our tractors are workable! You're invited to sit inside and try almost all our tractors!
Reviewed By srine469 - Hanoi, Vietnam
Zetor is Tractor is what you feel while uderstnading the history of the gallery. You can reach this place by Tram no 8 fro city centre. Great place for exposure to kids or children. You also can buy some soverign.
7. Retro Muzeum Na Statku
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
8. Mendel Museum
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4.0 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By ricardocF6738UJ - Porto, Portugal
Is a small museum but is very well presented the collection: good videos, pictures, the original pages of the discovery of the basics of genetics, games to play to understand it better, and more. Very well documented.
