Discover Czech Murals: An Adventure into the Heart of Czech Street Art
ChemiS: A Global Street Art Sensation
In Prague, and beyond, you’ll discover remarkable and visually striking murals crafted by the talented artist known as ChemiS. One of his notable creations is a heartfelt mural depicting a Ukrainian girl who is safeguarding fairytale characters beneath the national flag, located at (Mojmírova 116/2, Prague 4). Just a short distance away, near the Otakarova tram stop, you can find an inspiring mural that portrays lungs enriched with natural and animal motifs, symbolizing the significance of health and clean air.
Another extraordinary artwork by ChemiS pays tribute to the humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders. This mural, located at the intersection of Nádražní and Vltavská Streets in Prague, features a QR code that passers-by can scan, allowing the mural to come to life through animation.
Cosmic Art at the Airport
Close to Václav Havel Airport in Prague lies one of the largest outdoor murals globally, stretching an impressive 350 metres in length. This expansive piece is most visible during take-offs and landings on the airport’s primary runway. The initiative to enhance the visual appeal of not only industrial buildings but entire industrial zones arose from a collaboration between the studio Drawetc and artist Michal Škapa. He is also known for creating the Universe of Jellyfish, located in Prague’s Karlín district.
The Crystal Dragon of Crystal Valley
On Františkovská Street in Liberec, there’s a mural that signifies the rich glassmaking heritage of the Crystal Valley, a region where the popular Crystal Valley Week festival occurs annually. This unique piece features a dragon melting its own tail with fire, representing infinity and the intertwining of the past, present, and future.
Murals in the Brno Bronx
In Brno, the second largest city in the Czech Republic, a captivating project known as the Brno City Gallery showcases 12 large-scale murals adorning the gable walls of buildings in a vibrant area referred to as the Brno Bronx.
Voices of the Walls in Ostrava
With a rich industrial history, Ostrava has proudly earned its title as the Czech Republic’s capital of street art. In the heart of the city, one of Czechia’s tallest murals towers over passers-by—the striking “Madonna Ostravica,” a thirty-meter-high piece by American artist Nils Westergard.
A fascinating instance of what is termed anti-smog street art can be found near the Hlubina Mine in Dolní Vítkovice—this site is notable in its own right and is home to the popular multi-genre festival, Colours of Ostrava.
Olomouc: A Hub for Street Art
The city of Olomouc, known for its academic atmosphere, serves as another vibrant center of wall art, frequently offering guided tours showcasing its outstanding street artworks. This coming September 2025, Olomouc will host the much-anticipated Street Art Festival from the 1st to the 30th.
The Legacy of “King of Shoes” Baťa in the Underpass
The city of Zlín, forever associated with the legendary Tomáš Baťa, boasts its own artistic installations. A vibrant mural located in the underpass on Dlouhá Street honors the legacies of the “King of Shoes”, along with entrepreneurs Jan and Tomáš Baťa, and Otto Wichterle, the visionary behind nylon and soft contact lenses.
