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Prague Old Town New Town and Jewish Quarter Morning Tour

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About this activity

Discover the history of Prague, the heart of Europe! This three-hour tour will introduce you to the fascinating history of Prague and take you through all the most important sights of the Old Town, New Town and Jewish Quarter, as well as several hidden gems along the way!

Highlights

    What's included

    • Professional licensed guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    Itinerary

    1. Wenceslas Square

      Our tour starts at the top of the Wenceslas Square, which faced all major revolutions and military parades throughout the 20th century.

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Next your guide will take you to Lucerna palace, a unique palace built by Havel family, nowadays know for a statue of upside down horse by famous Czech modern designer David Cerny.

      15 minutesAdmission free

    3. A true hidden gem awaits next - beautiful Franciscan garden, a place where locals to relax and get away from hustle and bustle of the city.

      10 minutesAdmission free

    4. Church of Our Lady of the Snows

      Right by Franciscan garden

      Right by Franciscan garden stands tall gothic church with an unexpected history. Learn why this church, which was supposed to become the greatest church of Prague, was never finished, and admire its amazing interior with the tallest altar in Prague.

      10 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    5. Estates Theatre

      The oldest theatre in Prague city centre, the Estates Theatre, once hosted W.A. Mozart. Learn why he performed in Prague and why locals were opposing the theatre's construction.

      10 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    6. Right next to Estates Theatre

      Right next to Estates Theatre stands one of the oldest European universities - Charles University. Learn about life of the most famous Czech king Charles IV and why he is such important figure in Czech history.

      15 minutesAdmission not included

    7. Did you know, that Czech Republic

      Did you know, that Czech Republic has its own unique style of architecture you can't find anywhere else? Learn about it at the House of a Black Madonna.

      10 minutesAdmission not included

    8. Powder Tower

      Next on our way is a Powder Tower. Once the most representative entrance into the Old Town, later just a storage facility. Our guide will tell you why the tower has such strange history.

      5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    9. Municipal House

      Right next to the Powder Tower

      Right next to the Powder Tower stands true pearl of art nouveau - the Municipal House. Get to know when and why it was built and how is it used now.

      5 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    10. More churches? Yes please! You won't regret a visit of this one. The biggest and most beautiful baroque church of the Old Town deserves a visit so you can admire its beauty.

      10 minutesAdmission free

    11. Spanish Synagogue

      Next we'll stroll to the former Jewish Quarter of Prague. Your guide will explain you why Prague always had such large Jewish ghetto and walk you though its story from medieval ages till the present day. First stop will be the Spanish synagogue by which stands the statue of a famous Jewish writer from Prague - Franz Kafka

      15 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    12. Old New Synagogue

      Next on our way is Prague's oldest synagogue - the Old New Synagogue. Get to know its story, as well as a story of all neighbouring synagogues - High Synagogue, Klausen Synagogue and Ceremonial Hall.

      20 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    13. Known as one of the most enchanting cemeteries in central Europe, learn from your guide why is this cemetery so extensive and why is it one of the few old Jewish cemeteries that survived the WWII.

      10 minutesAdmission not included

    14. Prague Old Town Square

      Finally, our last stop is at the Old Town Square - a true heart of the Old Town and a place with all styles of architecture you can think of. Let your guide tell you stories of its most famous sights, such as church of St. Nicholas, Týn Church, statue of Jan Hus as well as column of St. Mary.

      15 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    15. Prague Astronomical Clock

      The very last stop is the Old Town hall with famous Astronomical Clock. Learn when it was built, how this complex clock works and watch the show of the full hour. At the end of your tour, our guide will happily give you tips what to do in Prague next or invite you to our afternoon walk to the Prague Castle.

      10 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    Meeting point

    The meeting point is at the top of Wenceslas Square in front of the statue of St. Wenceslas. Your guide is going to hold a lime green umbrella.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Drop-off

    • Tour ends at the Old Town Square in front of the Astronomical Clock

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • No health restrictions
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • The meeting point is at the top of Wenceslas Square in front of the statue of St. Wenceslas. Your guide is going to hold a lime green umbrella.

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
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    Explore Prague
    Product code
    8524P11

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