DOX Centre for Contemporary Art

DOX Centre for Contemporary Art

DOX Centre for Contemporary Art
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12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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The DOX Centre for Contemporary Art ranks amongst the most progressive artistic institutions in the Czech Republic, and enjoys wide popularity amongst the public. It is a multi-functional space created thanks to a private initiative through the reconstruction of a former factory in Prague's Holešovice district. Through exhibitions of contemporary international and Czech art, DOX explores contemporary topics and further develops discussion through various accompanying programme. The exhibitions change througout the year, please check our programme before visiting.
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  • Lucian M
    Constanta, Romania2,518 contributions
    An inspired choice
    The visit to the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art proved to be an inspired choice. It's a little far from the city centre and the hotel where we were staying, but we got there easily using the tram. The museum is organized in a former factory. It is a new museum, opened in 2008, thanks to an independent initiative. Visitors can admire contemporary fine art created by mainly Czech artists. Works by international artists can also be seen, depending on the museum's activity program. I particularly liked the airship on the roof (Gulliver Airship), a totally unusual space that can accommodate various artistic activities.
    Visited October 2019
    Written September 27, 2020
  • Sophie M
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands6 contributions
    Not as good as expected, collection limited
    Me and my sister saw this was recommended a lot in the district of Holosevice. Since we stayed in a hostel in this area, we were curious and enthusiastic to visit it. We were a little disappointed about the extensiveness of the collection. The art that was there, was surely nice, but we were hoping to spend more than half an hour on seeing everthing.
    Visited October 2022
    Written November 5, 2022
  • Jan McB
    London, United Kingdom10 contributions
    Some interesting art
    Some very strong and thought provoking Imagery. Dissipated that staff were unable to tell us much about the art work . Was a bit of a longer walk from the old town then we expected but was beautiful spring day so we enjoyed stretching our legs.
    Visited March 2022
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 12, 2022
  • Carmen
    Landshut, Germany3 contributions
    Disappointing experience
    Visited with my partner and was incredibly disappointed. We paid 264Kč (10€) for two very small exhibitions that took us about 10-15 minutes to completely go through. Confused we asked if that was all and sadly it was. Most of the building was not open for visits, the Gulliver couldn't be visited or looked at closely either. Most of what we were able to exhibit was blank walls. Definitely don't visit during times where no temporary exhibitions are on. One star because the staff was very friendly.
    Visited November 2021
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 4, 2021
  • Spockis54
    Guelph, Canada127 contributions
    Why is it half closed??
    It's May. Prague is bursting with visitors. We love to see modern art in every city we visit. And yet DOX is mostly closed? Why would they reduce their exhibitions by more than half just when the patrons are ready to visit? We walked a very long way from the old town and there was practically nothing on view. Very disappointing and not recommended.
    Visited May 2018
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 10, 2018
  • Eduardo M
    Federal District89 contributions
    Very good space waiting for more
    This DOC Center of Contemporary Art is located out of the turistic city of Prague but no problem with the tram 14 to the end. It`s a very modern space with around area in renovation, or manicure-gentrification. I went to the DOX looking for a controversial - other... - of David Cerney, called ENTROPIA. The guys said that one year ago that sculpture was ... out, nobody knows to where. But there is another, on the roof. A big skull. Anyway, inside, there is exposition, bibliotek, cafe, a shop of fine design. Finally, it`s a goot place to go to know a NEW PRAGUE.
    Visited May 2013
    Traveled with friends
    Written May 30, 2013
  • Jana A
    Vienna, Austria112 contributions
    Modern architecture, interesting exhibitions
    This museum is privately owned and was something like a miracle when it was finished a few years ago. The exhibitions are always very interesting, sometimes they have political character and have strong opinions about our society. It is a must visit for people interested in art and in the circumstances we are living in.
    Visited May 2013
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 19, 2013
  • judith t
    Auckland Central, New Zealand7 contributions
    Totally worthwhile visit for contemporary art
    A bit out of the city centre but the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art is well worth a visit. Of course it all depends on the changing exhibition program, however the four shows on when we visited were all worthwhile, and two of them were exceptional - 'Disabled by Normality' and Kamila Zenata 'The Women's Yard' are both excellent exhibitions. DOX also has an excellent design shop with high quality objects and books. The only drawback is the cafe..... don't arrive hungry, it only serves drinks. The hospitable server rustled up toasted cheese sandwiches for us, but don't plan on having lunch here. TIP. Take the free minibus which goes from Old Town to DOX daily at 1pm. Details on www.dox.cz/en
    Visited August 2013
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 15, 2013
  • las644
    51 contributions
    one of the most popular museum of modern art
    the building itself is interesting - the museum is situated in a former factory but completely renovated. there are only temporary exhibitions there so it is worth checking the programme first. there is a nice cafe and a shop with nice small art and design works. it is one of the most popular places among young people interested in art and culture
    Visited April 2013
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 27, 2013
  • Ravita
    Prague, Czech Republic97 contributions
    Step Out of the Classic Prague
    Visited the DOX in a few occasions for different exhibitions. It has always been intriguing. You can find contemporary art in other gallerias in town, but this center is really big, with multiple exhibitions and it is all about contemporary art. It is a refreshing place in the mostly classic Prague.
    Visited August 2012
    Traveled solo
    Written May 11, 2013
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Carmen
Landshut, Germany3 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
Visited with my partner and was incredibly disappointed.
We paid 264Kč (10€) for two very small exhibitions that took us about 10-15 minutes to completely go through.
Confused we asked if that was all and sadly it was. Most of the building was not open for visits, the Gulliver couldn't be visited or looked at closely either. Most of what we were able to exhibit was blank walls.
Definitely don't visit during times where no temporary exhibitions are on.
One star because the staff was very friendly.
Written November 4, 2021
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Spockis54
Guelph, Canada127 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
It's May. Prague is bursting with visitors. We love to see modern art in every city we visit. And yet DOX is mostly closed? Why would they reduce their exhibitions by more than half just when the patrons are ready to visit? We walked a very long way from the old town and there was practically nothing on view. Very disappointing and not recommended.
Written May 10, 2018
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Eduardo M
Federal District89 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
This DOC Center of Contemporary Art is located out of the turistic city of Prague but no problem with the tram 14 to the end. It`s a very modern space with around area in renovation, or manicure-gentrification. I went to the DOX looking for a controversial - other... - of David Cerney, called ENTROPIA. The guys said that one year ago that sculpture was ... out, nobody knows to where. But there is another, on the roof. A big skull. Anyway, inside, there is exposition, bibliotek, cafe, a shop of fine design. Finally, it`s a goot place to go to know a NEW PRAGUE.
Written May 31, 2013
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Jana A
Vienna, Austria112 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
This museum is privately owned and was something like a miracle when it was finished a few years ago. The exhibitions are always very interesting, sometimes they have political character and have strong opinions about our society. It is a must visit for people interested in art and in the circumstances we are living in.
Written September 19, 2013
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

judith t
Auckland Central, New Zealand7 contributions
Aug 2013 • Friends
A bit out of the city centre but the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art is well worth a visit. Of course it all depends on the changing exhibition program, however the four shows on when we visited were all worthwhile, and two of them were exceptional - 'Disabled by Normality' and Kamila Zenata 'The Women's Yard' are both excellent exhibitions.

DOX also has an excellent design shop with high quality objects and books. The only drawback is the cafe..... don't arrive hungry, it only serves drinks. The hospitable server rustled up toasted cheese sandwiches for us, but don't plan on having lunch here.

TIP. Take the free minibus which goes from Old Town to DOX daily at 1pm. Details on www.dox.cz/en
Written August 15, 2013
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las644
prague51 contributions
Apr 2013 • Friends
the building itself is interesting - the museum is situated in a former factory but completely renovated. there are only temporary exhibitions there so it is worth checking the programme first. there is a nice cafe and a shop with nice small art and design works. it is one of the most popular places among young people interested in art and culture
Written June 27, 2013
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Ravita
Prague, Czech Republic97 contributions
Aug 2012 • Solo
Visited the DOX in a few occasions for different exhibitions. It has always been intriguing. You can find contemporary art in other gallerias in town, but this center is really big, with multiple exhibitions and it is all about contemporary art. It is a refreshing place in the mostly classic Prague.
Written May 11, 2013
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Blim_Hunter
Ireland47 contributions
Mar 2013 • Solo
This is a wonderful space housing an eclectic and interesting collection, I was not blow away by the exhibitions on display when I was there but it was well worth the visit.

Getting to it can be a bit of a chore though, once you get to the metro on leaving the station turn left, and continue straight, you will see signs on the way keep an eye out for them, DOX is about 600m off a side road on the opposite side of the main avenue.
Written March 28, 2013
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SimonSJP
9 contributions
Feb 2020
One of the main current exhibitions had just closed prior to visit, but we weren't advised on this when we bought (full price tickets)
Think we were just unlucky, rest of displays were average/disappointing, certainly not international calibre - although the two room comment on social media/privacy was good, if a bit passe .
Very quiet re visitors.
The one star is for the shop. Great shop, shame about the gallery.
Written March 1, 2020
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andrew m
dorset15 contributions
Nov 2015
easy to get to on the tram no 17 if you miss the 1st stop get off at the next its well sign posted.Very well presented contemporary exhibition. The tram also passes a huge outdoor market
Written January 31, 2016
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