Alchemy and Mysteries of Prague Castle Walking Tour





Description
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.
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Itinerary
The tour begins in front of the building Tynska 627/7, Prague 1
Hear about Prague’s alchemists and their noble discipline.
One of the most impressive Prague churches
Rococo building of National Gallery in Prague
One of the most important Czech monuments. Jan Hus became a symbol of dissidence and a symbol of strength against oppressive regimes.
Enjoy the narative about the wasteful lifestyle at the glorious court of Rudolph II. Who financed the extravagant life full of luxury?
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''
Pass by the most impressive part of Jewish Ghetto
See one of the original four faculties of Charles University in Prague and its historical building.
Neo-renaissance Czech culture center
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.
Take a tram to the Prague Castle District.
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?
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.
The 12th century monastic brewery. You can buy the “Holy beer”
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?
See the exterior of this pilgrimage destination with its precious treasure and listen to the legend of Santa Casa where baby Jesus was born.
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?
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.
See the monumental Prague Castle at night!
Go and climb up to the centre and stand in the middle… It is possible to project one’s voice like never before.
It is one of the most important buildings besides the Summer Palace for alchemists in Emperor Rudolf’s era.
The highlight of the tour - St. Vitus Cathedral and its construction that lasted 1000 years.
The basilica is the final resting place of St. Ludmila, one of the first Christian martyrs in Bohemia.
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.
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.
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.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(262)
A lot of interesting facts but we missed a few things due to guide being late. It was beautiful to see things at night with no crowds
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed discovering Prague at night without the usual crowds and found the tour interesting. We’re sorry, however, that the late start meant you missed some parts of the experience. We appreciate you mentioning this and will take it on board as we work to provide the best possible tour for our guests.
Oliver provided us with lots of exciting information throughout the entire tour. The tour is absolutely recommended because you can explore the most beautiful spots without the crowds of people. We would book the tour with Oliver again anytime.
Vielen Dank für die tolle Bewertung! 😊 Es freut uns sehr, dass euch die Tour mit Oliver so gut gefallen hat und ihr neben den spannenden Geschichten auch die besondere Atmosphäre ohne die großen Menschenmengen genießen konntet. Euer Lob geben wir sehr gerne an Oliver weiter.
We had the alchemy tour in German with Oliver, it was super done and very interesting! I would definitely recommend it to others
Vielen Dank für die tolle Bewertung! 😊 Es freut uns sehr, dass euch die Alchemietour mit Oliver so gut gefallen hat und ihr sie spannend und interessant fandet. Euer Lob geben wir natürlich gerne an Oliver weiter. Vielen Dank für eure Empfehlung und vielleicht bis zum nächsten Mal in Prag! ⚗️✨
Super detailed, interesting tour
Vielen Dank für die tolle Bewertung! 😊 Es freut uns sehr, dass Ihnen die Tour gefallen hat und Sie sie als ausführlich und interessant erlebt haben. Vielen Dank, dass Sie dabei waren!
Pending review Great trip. Definitely exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Max was very professional and knowledgeable. We had an amazing time. Highly recommend booking this option.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re delighted that the tour exceeded your expectations and that you had such a great experience with Max. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him! 😊
Great trip. Definitely exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Max was very professional and knowledgeable. We had an amazing time. Highly recommend booking this option.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review and recommendation! We’re so happy to hear that the tour exceeded your expectations and that you had an amazing time with Max. We’ll gladly pass your kind words on to him! 😊
I did the Alchemy and mystery tour with Martin, and he is very knowledgeable and a great story teller, really connected Praha folk lore and history with the sights on the tour. Seeing Prague Castle at dusk/ night is incredibly beautiful, monuments are lit up, and no crowds.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted that you enjoyed discovering Prague’s alchemy, mysteries, folklore, and history with Martin. Prague Castle at dusk truly has a special atmosphere! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Martin. 😊
Our guide Pavel met us with a great sense of humor, engaging way of explaining and seemingly endless knowledge about the history of Prague. We were able to see things we wouldn't have found without his guidance. But take heed, people: This tour is not for those of you who don't like walking. We greatly enjoyed it and can highly recommend it.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re delighted that you enjoyed exploring Prague with Pavel and discovering places you might otherwise have missed. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words about his humor, engaging style, and impressive knowledge on to him. And yes, good walking shoes are definitely a plus! 😊
Absolutely one of the highlights of my trip to Prague! The Alchemy, Astrology and the Mysteries of Prague tour lasted about three hours, but the time flew by. A huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Pavel, who was absolutely fantastic. He has incredible energy, a great sense of humor, and you can immediately tell that he genuinely loves sharing Prague's history. As a teacher, he explains everything clearly, but he's also a natural performer, making the stories come alive from start to finish. Every stop was fascinating, and the tour gave us an amazing overview of Prague's rich history, from alchemy and astrology to the city's many legends and mysteries. It was informative, engaging, and entertaining all at the same time. If you're visiting Prague, don't miss this tour. I would recommend it without hesitation, especially if you're lucky enough to get Pavel as your guide!
Thank you so much for this amazing and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled that the Alchemy, Astrology and Mysteries tour was one of the highlights of your time in Prague. It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed Pavel’s energy, humor, knowledge, and storytelling. We’ll be very happy to pass your lovely words on to him. Thank you for joining us! 😊
It was a great 3-hour tour with Pavel as a very knowledgeable and funny guide! You get around well and see a lot, and comfortable hiking shoes are recommended! 😁👍
Vielen Dank für eure tolle Bewertung! 😊 Es freut uns sehr, dass euch die Tour mit Pavel so gut gefallen hat und ihr viel von Prag entdecken konntet. Wir geben das schöne Lob natürlich gerne an Pavel weiter – und ja, bequeme Schuhe sind definitiv eine gute Idee! 😁👍



