Mendel Museum
Mendelovo muzeum
A museum in Brno dedicated to the life and work of Gregor Johann Mendel, the founder of genetics, located in the historic Augustinian Abbey where he conducted his research.

📜 A museum dedicated to Gregor Johann Mendel, the founder of genetics.
🔬 Explore exhibitions in the historic Augustinian Abbey where he conducted his research.

Why Go

🧬 Learn about genetics and Mendel's life.
🏛️ Discover the historic Augustinian Abbey complex, including a basilica, garden, apiary, and greenhouse.
♿ Wheelchair accessible for all visitors.
💻 Virtual tour available online.

⏰ Hours

  • April – September: Tuesday – Sunday, 9:00 – 18:00.
  • October – March: Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00.
  • Closed on Mondays.

💰 Cost

  • Mendel Museum (self-guided/with guide): Basic: 130 Kč / 5.5 €, Reduced: 100 Kč / 4 €
  • Mendel Museum & Mendel's Room (guided only): Basic: 180 Kč / 7.5 €, Reduced: 150 Kč / 6 €
  • Garden, Apiary, Greenhouse (guided only): Basic: 100 Kč / 4 €, Reduced: 80 Kč / 3.5 €
  • Basilica & Museum of Old Brno Abbey (guided only): Basic: 150 Kč / 6 €, Reduced: 120 Kč / 5 €
  • Basilica (guided only): Basic: 100 Kč / 4 €, Reduced: 80 Kč / 3.5 €
  • Museum of Old Brno Abbey (guided only): Basic: 130 Kč / 5.5 €, Reduced: 100 Kč / 4 €
  • Mendel's Refectory – Augustinian Library (guided only): Basic: 110 Kč / 4.5 €, Reduced: 90 Kč / 3.75 €

🚶‍♀️ Guided Tours

  • Available in Czech, English, and German.
  • Must be booked at least 4 days in advance.
  • Maximum group size: 15 people.
  • Guide (Czech): 200 Kč / 8 €
  • Guide (English, German): 250 Kč / 10 €
  • Surcharge for tour outside opening hours: 200 Kč / 8 €

💸 Discounts & Free Entry

  • Free Admission Day: Last Wednesday of every month for individual visitors to Mendel Museum.
  • Reduced Admission: Children/youth (6–18 years), students (ISIC, IYTC, ITIC), seniors.
  • Free Entry: Children under 6, pedagogical escorts, ZTP/ZTP/P card holders (plus one companion), employees of Czech public museums/galleries, ICOM, AMG, NPÚ, press pass holders.

Why Avoid

  • ⚠️ Some areas (Mendel's Room, Garden, Basilica, Refectory) require guided tours by appointment.
  • 👗 Appropriate attire required for Basilica tours.
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