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2.5-Hour Private Walking Tour Of Prague's Old Town

4.8

(5)

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Architecture, Culture, History

  • Duration

    2.5 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Learn about Czech history, architecture, culture and local customs on this walking tour in the Old Town of Prague. Get entertained on a walk from Prague’s Old Town Square to Charles Bridge, where we will enjoy the best views of Prague Castle. Marvel at the Cubist houses, learn when the astronomical clock was invented, and listen to the religious controversies of the capital as explained by the guide.

Highlights
  • Learn how time was calculated and the calendar was drafted
  • Visit Charles Bridge, surrounded by more than thirty stone baroque statues
  • Marvel at the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Art Nouveau-style architecture
  • Walk around Prague's Picturesque Old Town expand_more
    • Strolling through the historic Old Town streets, you will see Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque-styled buildings, marvel at exceptional Cubist houses and enjoy the views of Prague Castle. 
    • Hear stories of the heroes and stories of Prague, Bohemia and the Czech Republic, covering everything from Prague's Slavic origins to the middle ages. 
    • You will also learn how time was calculated, how the calendar in the XIVth century was drafted and when the astronomical clock was invented.
    • Then, we will arrive at Charles Bridge, surrounded by more than thirty stone baroque statues telling us about the bohemian capital's religious controversies until modern times. 
    • On our way, we will see a lot of Renaissance, Baroque and Art-Nouveau buildings where alchemists, artists and Emperors once walked.
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Excluded
  • Entrance fees (if applicable)
  • Gratuities
Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Tour Reviews
  • J

    Jordan

    Old town gives you old history vibes and that was the best highlight of it

    The walking tour in Prague's Old Town was an enriching experience that offered a deeper understanding of the city's history, architecture, and cultural significance. Led by a knowledgeable guide, we embarked on a leisurely stroll from Old Town Square to Charles Bridge, immersing ourselves in the beauty and charm of Prague's ancient streets. Along the way, we were captivated by the Cubist houses and intrigued by the story of the astronomical clock's invention, gaining valuable insights into Prague's architectural and technological innovations. Learning about the religious controversies of the capital added depth and complexity to our exploration, fostering a greater appreciation for Prague's rich and multifaceted heritage.

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    Triana Thiago

    Stories, Sights, and Surprises, everything all at once.

    So, picture this - we're walking from the lively Old Town Square to the famous Charles Bridge, guided by this super cool storyteller guide who knows Prague like the back of their hand. We're taking in all the hustle and bustle of the city, checking out those funky Cubist houses and geeking out over the backstory of the astronomical clock. It's like getting a crash course in Prague's most remarkable buildings and inventions while having a blast

  • L

    Li Qiang

    Religious history explained with facts.

    The guide told us a lot about religious arguments in Prague, making the walking tour really interesting and helping us understand the city's history better. It was a great experience

  • M

    Misa Chan

    A Journey to History and Wonders

    Prague's Old Town walking tour was a delightful journey led by a knowledgeable guide. We explored the city's rich history and architecture from Old Town Square to Charles Bridge, including Cubist houses and the astronomical clock. Learning about religious controversies added depth to our experience.

  • Z

    Zui Carl

    Best experience with the guide and the management was top-notch, thank you

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USD 160 / group
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Total number of people (Min: 1 , Max: 10)