Private 2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Ghetto Walking Tour

Prague2 hoursCity Tours
  • Free cancellation

About this experience

This 2-hour walking tour is an in-depth, yet quick overview of the rich history behind the monuments and famous sites in Prague's Old Town and Jewish Quarter. Enjoy a pleasant stroll around Old Town Square and get familiar with the history, legends, and significance of places such as the Astronomical Clock, the Jan Hus monument, and the Charles University or the Old-New Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery. Come get lost in time as you discover the wonderful history of Old Town and awaken a love for the City of 100 Steeples that will last a lifetime.

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What’s included

  • Professional guide
  • Tour in English or German (depending on the option selected)

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Start of the tour

    The tour begins in front of the building Tynska 627/7, Prague 1

  2. 2

    Stop at: Church of Our Lady before Tyn

    A brief introduction into the Czech history.

  3. 3

    Stop at: Stone Bell House

    One of the most important Gothic buildings in Prague - exterior view. Presumably, Charles IV. - the biggest Czech ruler - was born here.

  4. 4

    Stop at: Jan Hus Monument

    One of the most famous Czech monuments and a brief history of Jan Hus, Czech Martin Luther, who was reforming the Catholic Church which led to his execution in the end.

  5. 5

    Stop at: Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

    Hear the history of the famous Astronomical Clock - a medieval miracle, and a fascinating game of three-time measurement systems being shown at once. Moreover showing the position of the stars, Moon, and Sun.

  6. 6

    Stop at: Karolinum & Charles University

    Admire the exterior of the historical building of the 1st university in Central Europe.

  7. 7

    Stop at: The Estates Theatre

    See the beautiful theater and hear something about its history - Mozart´s Don Giovanni was premiered here.

  8. 8

    Stop at: House of the Black Madonna

    The only pure cubistic building in Prague. The flagship of cubism - architectural style found only in the Czech lands.

  9. 9

    Stop at: Church of St.James

    Founded in the Gothic style, burnt out and rebuilt in the baroque style. Amazing interiors and a hand hung up from the ceiling on the right side of the main entrance reflecting the famous Prague legend.

  10. 10

    Stop at: Ungelt Square

    Unique medieval courtyard hidden in the center of Prague and a former place, where merchants from foreign countries paid customs for the goods they brought to Prague .

  11. 11

    Stop at: Maisel Synagogue

    Enjoy exterior view of the neo-gothic synagogue. Learn the most important facts from fascinating Jewish history in the Czech lands.

  12. 12

    Stop at: Old Jewish Cemetery

    Be surprised by the jewel of Prague´s Jewish history - the Jewish Cemetary with its layers and gravestones.

  13. 13

    Stop at: Klausen Synagogue & Burial Society

    Klausen Synagogue is nowadays the largest synagogue in the former Prague Jewish ghetto. Hear about Jewish customs and burial ceremonies.

  14. 14

    Stop at: Old-New Synagogue

    One of the first gothic buildings in Prague. Hear the history of the oldest surviving medieval synagogue of twin-nave design and enjoy its amazing exterior. Allegedly built from stones from the Solomon Temple in Jerusalem.

  15. 15

    Stop at: Spanish Synagogue

    The history and exterior view of the most recent synagogue in the Prague Jewish Town with its impressive Moorish interior design, influenced by the famous Alhambra.

  16. 16

    Stop at: Franz Kafka

    The monument was built in memory of the worldwide famous writer Franz Kafka.

Good to know

Difficulty
Easy
Guide
Guided tour in German and English
Start times
10:00 · 11:00 · 12:00 · 13:00 · 14:00 · 15:00 · 16:00

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please arrive to the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time
  • Bottle of water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days before the experience starts.

  • 14 days or more before: full refund
  • Less than 14 days before: no refund

Meeting point

View on map

In front of the building No. 7

Address
627 Týnská, Hlavní město Praha, 110 00, CZ
How you meet
Meet on location
Coordinates
50.08819, 14.42289
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Frequently asked questions

How long does this experience last?

It lasts 2 hours.

Can I cancel this booking?

Free cancellation up to 14 days before the experience starts. 14 days or more before: full refund · Less than 14 days before: no refund

Is this experience guided, and in what language?

Guided tour in German and English

Is hotel pickup included?

No — you make your own way to the meeting point.

Where does this experience start?

It starts at In front of the building No. 7, 627 Týnská, Hlavní město Praha, 110 00, CZ.

From AED 1,029 per person