Prague TOP Sights Tour: Old Town, Jewish Quarter & Charles Bridge





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Kickstart your Prague adventure with certified local guides covering Old Town's must-sees + hidden gems, Jewish Quarter history, and Charles Bridge legends. **What You'll Discover:** - Decode Prague's Astronomical Clock secrets - Golem legend (Dan Brown's latest inspiration!) - Jewish Quarter's stories & synagogues (exteriors) - Charles Bridge - cross it and learn it's most interesting secrets and facts **Why Choose Us:** Licensed locals passionate about Prague—history made fun with laughs & insider tips. Key Details: Group size: Up to 30 on the regular tour, up to 12 on the early morning option. Duration: 2h45m. Start: Powder Gate. End: Lennon Wall near Charles Bridge. Perfect first-day orientation. Book now—limited spots!
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Once part of the royal coronation route, this tower now stands as one of the few remaining reminders of the medieval defensive walls that once surrounded Prague's Old Town and protected the city from its enemies. We'll begin our exploration of Prague's Old Town here, pointing out fascinating details that most visitors would otherwise overlook.
Many Czechs consider this the most beautiful building in Prague. It's easy to see why—let us show you how the finest architects, sculptors, and painters of pre–World War I Bohemia combined their talents to create this Art Nouveau masterpiece.
Pablo Picasso made Cubism famous through painting—Czechs brought it to life in architecture. Discover Prague's most iconic Cubist building and learn how the world's first Cubist building came to be built right here in Prague.
Charles University has been at the heart of education and intellectual life for more than 600 years. During our tour, you'll learn about its founder, the remarkable figures who studied and taught here, and even pick up a few basic Czech phrases to help you make the most of your time in Prague.
Mozart premiered his Don Giovanni here. Let us share some interesting stories about Mozart's short but rather wild stay in Prague.
The iconic gothic sight of the Old Town Square, the Tyn church sparks a lot of questions: who built it, how do people enter it, and why its towers look so different. Do not worry, we are going to answer all of them!
Visit Prague's most iconic square, learn about its diverse architectural styles, and discover why Prague's historic center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.
Visiting Prague without seeing one of the oldest astronomical clocks in the world is a crime nobody can afford to commit! You will not only learn about the creation and the mechanism of the clock, but will also view the famous clock show as a part of our tour.
No other monument in the city illustrates Prague's complex religious history quite so well. We'll tell you why it was erected, why it was destroyed only to be erected again, and how people once used it to set the time on their pocket watches.
Learn the story of Prague's most famous university professor and preacher, who changed the course of European Christian history.
Prague's most famous writer has a statue that marks the meeting point of two worlds: Jewish and Christian. We'll tell you which of his works the statue refers to and why people touch its shoes—even though they shouldn't.
Learn why Prague is home to a synagogue that bears a striking resemblance to Spain's Alhambra.
Prague meets Paris right in the Jewish Quarter. We'll tell you why, and reveal the grand plan that was once envisioned for the former Jewish ghetto.
Strolling through the Jewish Quarter, we will take a look at the exteriors of the Oldnew Synagogue, explain the lëgend of |Golem.
Walk past Prague's High Synagogue
Thousands are buried in this tiny plot of land—a consequence of the centuries of restrictions and oppression endured by Prague's Jewish community. Discover Prague's most fascinating cemetery, said to have inspired Umberto Eco's novel The Prague Cemetery.
Why does the clock on Prague's Jewish Town Hall run backwards? We'll explain the story behind its famous Hebrew clock and how the Jewish community once governed itself from this very building.
Take a photo of the Art Nouveau residence of Prague's Lord Mayor.
One of Europe's largest former Jesuit colleges hides centuries of knowledge behind its Baroque walls. Discover the story of the Klementinum and why Dan Brown chose it as one of the key locations in his novel The Secret of Secrets.
Take a photo from one of Prague's most famous viewpoints. This is where one of the medieval river fords once crossed the Vltava and where Prague's most important bridge—Charles Bridge—was later built.
Crossing the oldest stone bridge in Prague, you will learn about its famous statues and legends behind them, enjoy beautiful views, and see Vltava river!
Cross Kampa Island, admire its picturesque water mill and the statue of the Vodník (Czech water sprite). We'll tell you about the floods Prague has survived and show you how they shaped one of the city's most beautiful hidden corners.
The youngest sight on our tour,but not the last one in terms of importance, John Lennon Wall is one of the most popular places to visit in Prague. We will explain the cultural significance of the sight and how it has been changing together with Czech Republic.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that this tour does not include entry to the interiors of the synagogues. After the tour, you are welcome to visit the synagogues independently, as they are open to visitors as museums.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
Reviews(992)
This was excellent tour. A lot information. Only problem was the extreme hit. Better to do it in morning or evening.
Great tour, interesting and diverse. Our tour guide Dita was nice and fun. I would highly recommend this tour at the beginning of your stay in Prague.
This experience with our guide Katerina was sensational. She was exceptionally knowledgeable about Prague history. She was patient with our questions. By the time we finished we felt we knew a lot o about the history. Thank you Katerina.
Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We’re glad Katerina’s knowledge of Prague’s history gave you a deeper understanding of the city, and that she took the time to answer all your questions patiently. It’s great to hear that you finished the tour feeling like you had learned so much. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Katerina!
Wonder experience…glad I took the later tour. We were able to watch the sun start setting over the bridge. Our tour guide, Petr. Was a charmer…the right balance of humor and knowledge. I always like to start my trip with a walking tour and then go back the next day to explore more of what interested me!
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review! We’re glad the later tour gave you the chance to see the sun setting over the bridge and that Petr struck the right balance between humor and knowledge. Starting a trip with a walking tour sounds like a great way to get your bearings and discover which places you’d like to explore more. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Petr!
We really enjoyed our tour with Lucie - she was so knowledgeable and passionate about her city highlights included the clock tower, Jewish quarter and Charles Bridge lucie shared lots more than just history facts - we know what to eat now! real Czech food 😋
Thank you for such a detailed review! We’re glad you enjoyed exploring Prague with Lucie and appreciated both her knowledge and her personal connection to the city. It’s great to hear that the Clock Tower, Jewish Quarter, and Charles Bridge were highlights, and that you also picked up some tips beyond the usual history — especially when it comes to real Czech food! 😋 We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Lucie.
Wonderful tour with Hana, we can highly appreciate the tour with her! Both informative and entertaining.
Thank you for the kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed your time with Hana and found the tour both informative and entertaining. It’s great to hear that you appreciated the experience, and we’ll be sure to pass your feedback along to Hana. Thank you for recommending her!
Went on a tour of the old town & Jewish quarter with Kamil with a K. It was a fabulous tour very informative.Kamil kept you engaged from start to finish,left you wanting to go on the other tours of the city to soak up more of the fabulous history of this beautiful City/country. 5 stars all the way.
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear that Kamil kept you engaged throughout the Old Town and Jewish Quarter tour and shared so much fascinating history. It’s wonderful that the experience left you wanting to explore more of Prague. Thank you for the five-star recommendation!
Hannah took us around Prague with knowledge, humor and kindness. Super guided tour.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re pleased to hear that Hannah showed you around Prague with knowledge, humor, and kindness. We appreciate your feedback!
Nico was the most amazing, knowledgeable, fun and at the same time serious guide. We could have walked with him for hours. Seriously, Nico, thank for your the best introduction to Prague!!!! Wishing you all the best.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re pleased to hear that Nico made your introduction to Prague so knowledgeable, fun, and engaging. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind wishes to him!
Our guide was knowlegable and charming. The tour was just the right length and amount of information.
Thank you for your kind review! We’re pleased to hear that your guide was knowledgeable and charming, and that the tour had the right length and amount of information.



