📜 A museum in Brno dedicated to the life and work of Gregor Johann Mendel, the founder of genetics.
🔬 Explore interactive 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.
💻 Take a virtual tour online.
💡 Engage with modern, interactive exhibits on genetics and molecular biology.
🧪 Become a meteorologist in a group game from Mendel's room.

Why Avoid

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

⏰ Hours

• April – September: Tuesday – Sunday, 9:00 – 18:00.
• October – March: Tuesday – Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00.
• Closed on Mondays.
• Note: Check website for temporary changes during special events like Mendel Days.

💰 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, "TOP výletní cíle Jižní Morava" card holders.

🗓️ Events & Special Experiences

• 🗓️ Annual Mendel Days (November 5-6, 2025) with a focus on "Burning for Knowledge".
• 🌌 Researchers' Night (September 26) and Mendel Lectures.
• 👑 Experience "Life in the Monastery during Queen Eliška's Time" with special August tours.
• 🔬 Play "Become a Meteorologist" in Mendel's former room (for groups of 4-5, ages 13+).

📍 Location

• 📍 Located at Mendlovo náměstí 1a, 603 00 Brno.
• 🚌 Easily accessible by public transport to Mendlovo náměstí stop.