Private Tour: Konopiste Castle Tour from Prague
Description
This 5-hour private half-day trip from Prague will take you to Konopiste Chateau, one of the major sights in the neighborhood of Prague. Originally a Gothic Castle in French style, founded afound 1300, it was re-built in the first half of the 16th century into a chateau. After 1889 it became seat of Franz Ferdinand d´Este, the Hapsburg Crown Prince, who had Konopiste modified to its present appearance.
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Itinerary
Originally a Gothic Castle in the French style, founded in the year 1300, it was rebuilt in the first half of the 16th century into a chateau. After 1889, it became the seat of Franz Ferdinand d´Este, the Habsburg Crown Prince, who had Konopiste modified to its present appearance. The interiors are richly decorated with furniture, paintings, glassware, and porcelain, as well as Ferdinand's private items - mainly hunting trophies. Of highest importance though is the famous d´Este armory - featuring the largest exhibition of Renaissance arms in Europe, including an extensive collection of historical weapons and armors.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your private guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby or a place of your choice in Prague. The tour of the castle interiors is public (with other tourists) and is done by the castle guide. Tour ends at your hotel or a place of your choice in the city center.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(3)
Great history lesson from our guide and pleasant drive to Kopiste Chateau. Every detail was taken care of for us making it a relaxing day!
We had an excellent tour of Konopiste Castle and our guide, Barbara was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the castle and also the history of the Czech Republic. We were picked up in a luxury car and driven to the castle and Barbara briefed us in the history on the drive. She also took us on a very beautiful nature walk prior to the tour. She assured that everything was handled well and that we were comfortable with the meeting point etc. it was an amazing experience.
Our guide did not know much, I was asking questions but she didn't know the answers. If it's a private tour shouldn't we be the ones saying do this tour etc but no she was. Driver was good. Didn't see the need for the guide.
