Highlights of Prague Old Town & Jewish Ghetto

2h
German - English
Free cancellation if canceled at least 1 day before the start of the experience. 0 % of the reservation will be refunded if canceled 1 day or less before the start of the experience.

Description

We invite you to discover the hidden history of Prague while visiting the popular sites in The City of 100 Spires.

If you are in Prague for the first time or just have a short amount of time, this brief tour of Old Town and the Jewish Ghetto are perfect for you. Our guide will tell you about the curious symbols on the Astronomical clock, and you will learn about the life of the man from the big monument on Old Town Square - the Czechs' beloved Jan Hus! You will see places of import for the development of culture and education in Central Europe as you are guided by the Karolinum, Estates Theatre, birth home of Franz Kafka, and various churches. And, we welcome you to feel the centuries old vibes from strong tradition found in the Jewish Ghetto.

Take an enjoyable stroll with our guide through Old Town and the Jewish Ghetto. Learn Bohemian history about how the kingdom formed, see several favorite Prague sites, and find out why these significant sites are so popular with Czechs and foreigners. Come on, don't stay strangers. Make Prague your new best friend by getting to know her on our tour throughout Old Town and the Jewish Ghetto!

What should you know before you go?

  • Minimum of 2 passengers per booking required. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Tour operated in English or German; please specify at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please arrive to the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time

What to bring?

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended 
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time  
  • Bottle of water

Included on booking:

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

Not included on booking:

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Public tour in German

Senior
18,00€

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 person

Public tour in German

Student
18,00€

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 person

Public tour in German

Adult
20,00€

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 person

Public tour in English

Student
18,00€

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 person

Public tour in English

Senior
18,00€

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 person

Public tour in English

Adult
20,00€

Minimum per booking: 1 person / Maximum per booking: 30 person

  • Start of the tour

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

  • Stop at: Church of Our Lady before Tyn

    A brief introduction into the Czech history.

  • 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.

  • Stop at: Jan Hus Monument

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

  • 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 stars, Moon and Sun. 

  • Stop at: Karolinum & Charles University

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

  • Stop at: The Estates Theatre

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

  • 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.

  • 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. 

  • 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 .

  • 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.

  • Stop at: Old Jewish Cemetery

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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. 

  • Stop at: Franz Kafka

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

In front of the building No. 7, address Týnská 627/7

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