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Alchemy and Mysteries of Prague Castle Walking Tour

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Sobre esta atividade

During this 3-hour night walking tour you will have the chance to see Prague Castle and its surroundings in quiet without the crowds. Hear how scientists and magicians were attracted to Bohemia during the unique reign of Rudolf II, and how alchemy, magic and astronomy have placed an important part in history. Wander through streets filled with legends, including the stories of the Golem and the Devil’s Bible (Codex Gigas) – both featured in Dan Brown’s The Secret of Secrets. Enjoy the castle grounds and famous ‘Golden Lane’ as you avoid the daytime crowds and distractions, and as night falls enjoy the spectacular views the city has to offer from the largest castle complex in the world. This tour is a mixture of legends and historical facts, taking you to one of Prague’s most enchanting areas.

Destaques

    O que está incluído

    • Professional English or German speaking guide
    • Small-group walking tour

    Não incluído

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • No entry into interiors or buildings; exterior tour only.
    • Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)

    Itinerário

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

      5 minutosEntrada gratuita

    2. Prague Old Town Square

      Hear about Prague’s alchemists and their noble discipline.

      5 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    3. Prague Old Town

      One of the most impressive Prague churches

      Passa sem pararEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    4. Rococo building of National Gallery in Prague

      Passa sem pararEntrada gratuita

    5. One of the most important Czech monuments. Jan Hus became a symbol of dissidence and a symbol of strength against oppressive regimes.

      Passa sem pararEntrada gratuita

    6. Paris Street

      Enjoy the narative about the wasteful lifestyle at the glorious court of Rudolph II. Who financed the extravagant life full of luxury?

      3 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    7. Old New Synagogue

      Hear the legend of Golem - one of the most famous Prague's legends, a mythical figure that inspired the story of Dan Brown's ''The Secret of Secrets''

      3 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    8. Pass by the most impressive part of Jewish Ghetto

      Passa sem pararEntrada gratuita

    9. See one of the original four faculties of Charles University in Prague and its historical building.

      Passa sem pararEntrada gratuita

    10. Rudolfinum

      Neo-renaissance Czech culture center

      Passa sem pararEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    11. Admire the Charles Bridge by twilight. Top astrologers

      Admire the Charles Bridge by twilight. Top astrologers were consulted by Charles IV. to make the bridge survive centuries. Enjoy the most beautiful panoramic view of Prague Castle, the best location to take a photo of the entire Prague Castle.

      5 minutosEntrada gratuita

    12. Take a tram to the Prague Castle District.

      5 minutosEntrada gratuita

    13. Hear the story of two famous astronomers Jan Kepler and Tycho Brahe. What brought them to Prague during the reign of Rudolf II? Was Tycho Brahe murdered?

      3 minutosEntrada gratuita

    14. Strahov Monastery

      Visit the Strahov Monastery, the Library and a brewery where the monks were brewing “Holy beer” devoted to their patron St. Norbert. Listen to dark stories of the Devil´s bible (Codex Gigas) and a stolen treasure by the Swedish army.

      10 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    15. The 12th century monastic brewery. You can buy the “Holy beer”

      2 minutosEntrada gratuita

    16. Current Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the history of the building. In front of the building is a place, supposedly the former gate to Hell - is it still accessible? Where are the roots of this legend?

      3 minutosEntrada gratuita

    17. See the exterior of this pilgrimage destination with its precious treasure and listen to the legend of Santa Casa where baby Jesus was born.

      3 minutosEntrada gratuita

    18. The oldest Capuchin monastery in the Czech Republic. The monastery was a thorn in the side of Prague´s Protestants from the start, including Tycho Brahe, whose observatory lay not far from the monastery. What happened next?

      2 minutosEntrada gratuita

    19. See the remainders of baroque ramparts and the only preserved timbered house in the historical part of Prague. Pass by the house where Tycho Brahe lived and worked in the year 1600.

      8 minutosEntrada gratuita

    20. Prague Castle

      See the monumental Prague Castle at night!

      30 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    21. Go and climb up to the centre and stand in the middle… It

      Go and climb up to the centre and stand in the middle… It is possible to project one’s voice like never before.

      3 minutosEntrada gratuita

    22. It is one of the most important buildings besides the Summer Palace for alchemists in Emperor Rudolf’s era.

      3 minutosEntrada gratuita

    23. St. Vitus Cathedral

      The highlight of the tour - St. Vitus Cathedral and its construction that lasted 1000 years.

      5 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    24. St. George's Basilica

      The basilica is the final resting place of St. Ludmila, one of the first Christian martyrs in Bohemia.

      2 minutosEntrada gratuitaVer no mapa

    25. Golden Lane

      See the Golden Lane with its picturesque houses, painted in bright colours, without tourists! Hear the legends of alchemists or famous prisoners residing in here.

      8 minutosEntrada incluídaVer no mapa

    26. Here we can see the late gothic tower, and it’s called Daliborka. It was built as a prison. According to legend, there was once imprisoned a knight named Dalibor of Kozojedy who had revolted against serfdom.

      2 minutosEntrada gratuita

    27. Walk through the oldest vineyards in Prague that

      Walk through the oldest vineyards in Prague that was reputedly cultivated by the patron saint of the Czech nation, Duke Wenceslas. The area is exceptional because it is a piece of land in the middle of the city that has been preserved in its original appearance.

      5 minutosEntrada gratuita

    Ponto de encontro

    Attention: the meeting point is in front of the house, Tynska 627/7, not Tynska ulička 627/8

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    Recolha

    • Todos se encontram no ponto de partida

    Regresso

    • next to the entry to the subway A line, or tram station

    O que saber antes de ir

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour does not enter the interior
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Children up to 6 years of age are free of charge
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • • Minimum of 2 passengers per booking required • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure

    Cancelamento e reembolso

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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    Fornecido por
    McGee's Trips & Tickets
    Código do produto
    7434P7

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