Czech Republic · Heritage Walks

3-Hour Prague Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Golem Legends

3 Hours Round trip from U Staré školy Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Old-New Synagogue and learn the reason behind its unusual name
  • 02 Listen to the interesting story of the Golem of Prague
  • 03 Stroll through a vibrant luxury shopping district with Parisian charm
  • 04 Explore the mystical old Jewish Cemetery
  • 05 Visit the Jewish Museum, home to over 40,000 objects and 100,000 books

Explore one of the oldest areas of Prague, where Jewish communities lived between the 10th and 20th centuries, and discover landmarks such as the Jewish Cemetery, the Town Hall, and the Old-New Synagogue. This tour offers a window into the multidimensional story of one of the world's unique cultures while tracing the dramatic history and traditions of Prague's Jewish community. Along the way, hear exciting local legends, including the story of the first "robot" - the artificial man known as the Golem of Prague.

The most famous Prague legends are centred in this area, and as we walk around, your guide will tell you the story of the first "robot" - an artificial man known as the Golem of Prague.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Walk Through Prague's Historic Jewish Quarter

  • Walk around the Jewish Quarter and explore its awe-inspiring cultural landmarks, including the oldest continuously functioning synagogue in Northern Europe, the Jewish Town Hall, and the mystical Old Jewish Cemetery.
  • Visit the area where Jewish people once lived and where splendid Parisian-style buildings with luxury brand stores are now concentrated.
  • The most famous Prague legends are centred in this area, and as we walk around, your guide will tell you the story of the first "robot" - an artificial man known as the Golem of Prague.
  • Continue to the famous Jewish Museum, one of the most visited museums in Prague. The museum houses over 40,000 objects, 100,000 books, and an extensive archive of the Czech Jewish community's past, making it one of the most significant heritage collections of the Jewish community.
  • For ages, the Prague Jewish Quarter has been a major pilgrimage destination for the Jewish diaspora and remains one of the highlights of any visit to Prague. During your time together, the guide will enrich your experience further and will be happy to answer any questions regarding Jewish people's dramatic history, traditions, and place in society.
Old-New Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery, Jewish Museum

Where this trip takes you

Old-New Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery, Jewish Museum

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Prague tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to the Museum (Adults 400 CZK, Children 300 CZK)

Know before you go

  • Note: To enter the museum, the traveller must buy tickets. The ticket prices are: Adults - 400 CZK, Children - 300 CZK.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Orologio astronomico di Praga (Prague Astronomical Clock)
Tour start
U Staré školy, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in U Staré školy.

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