Prague Hidden Gem Vysehrad Castle & Historic Fort with PragueWay

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   Vyšehrad National Cultural Monument

   Discover Vysehrad fortress - just 10 minutes from the city center, this peaceful hilltop site is packed with history, legends, and stunning views.

   1h 25m•Admission free•See on map

2. 2

   Since the late 19th / early 20th century, Vysehrad

   Since the late 19th / early 20th century, Vysehrad was re-adjusted to today’s green park area where locals like to come to relax and find peace.

   10 minutes•Admission free

3. 3

   Visit The Czech National Cemetery, final resting place of cultural giants like Dvořák, Smetana, and Mucha, or the Communist regime’s heroic victim Milada Horakova.

   15 minutes•Admission free

4. 4

   We walk along the baroque fortification walls to enjoy panoramic views over the Vltava River, Prague Castle, and other Prague neighborhoods.

   20 minutes•Admission free

5. 5

   Enter the majestic neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, including entry to its extraordinary Art Nouveau interior, adorned with Alfons Mucha–inspired frescoes.

   15 minutes•Admission included

6. 6

   See the 11th-century Rotunda of St. Martin, Prague’s oldest surviving church.

   5 minutes•Admission not included

Meeting point

King Charles IV statue located right next to Charles Bridge on the East side (Old Town), your guide will be right under / next to the statue. This is a very central location. Please make sure to arrive 10 minutes before the start.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please note - there is one solid set of stairs to walk up to Vysehrad, the rest is mostly flat surface walking and down stairs. We walk around 3.5 km, the activity level for this experience is Moderate.
• Please note - this tour ends at "Vyton" tram stop, very easy to get back to the meeting point.
• ❗️To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start. Late arrivals create confusion and it may not be possible to locate the group afterward. *Please note that late arrivals will not be refunded.
• Please note - do not expect to see a fancy castle halls and interiors - Vysehrad used to be a medieval castle, later rebuilt into a baroque fortress
• * Due to weather conditions and the nature of this tour, it is available only from late March to end of October.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

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

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book