Highlights of this half-day history walk include the Prague Castle Gardens including the dazzling Belvedere summer palace commissioned by Ferdinand I as a romantic present to his wife, the singing fountain cast from bell bronze, the Fig House and Orangery, where figs, almonds, oranges and lemons were grown for the first time in Central Europe and the grand Wallenstein Garden, with its albino peacocks, mannerist statues, grotto wall and mythical fountains.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:50 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 28 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Walk through the unique Baroque garden to admire the original statuary and sculptural decor of early 1700's and enjoy the beauty and symbolism listed for its historic cultural values by UNESCO. Offers some of the most beuatiful views of Prague and the Prague Castle
Admire the Wallenstein Palace Gardens build in the 1600's and presently open to the public as the gardens of the Senate of the Czech Republic. The Italian style garden includes an aviary, an artificial grotto, a sculptural gallery of mythological heroes and a fountain by Adrian de Vries.
Walk through the Royal Garden of the Prague Castle established on the site of medieval vineyards in the 1500's. A Renaissance garden later became famous for its rare botanical specimens and exotic plants from distant countries.
Finished in the middle of the 16th Century, Queen Anna’s Summer Palace is the purest Renaissance architecture outside the Italian territory. The palace is The building is wreathed by an ornamental and figurative frieze. The pillars of the outside arcades have decorated Tuscan heads, while the reliefs on the walls depict scenes from mythology, hunting and wars. Among them, there is the figure of the founder Ferdinand I with the Order of the Golden Fleece on his chest, offering the lady - his wife, Queen Anna - a fig tree blossom.
This Renaissance building on the south side of the Royal Gardens, directly above the Stag Moat, was built in the middle of the 1500's. It served as a ball games hall, and later as a riding school and stables.
Unless you provide us with your pickup address, please meet your guide at the meeting point: Metro Cafe, Klárov 51, 118 00 Malá Strana, attached to the Malostranska Metro Station
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Prague Renaissance & Baroque Gardens Walking Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $377 per person for this Prague experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
It can: 28 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Unless you provide us with your pickup address, please meet your guide at the meeting point: Metro Cafe, Klárov 51, 118 00 Malá Strana, attached to the Malostranska Metro Station Pickup points include Cloister Inn Hotel.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Insight Cities.
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Adored this experience! So lovely to see the gardens and to learn about them from an experienced and very knowledgeable guide
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I live in Prague so this was a treat to play tourist in my own town. And I am so happy I did it, not only did I get the story of the gardens which I take a shortcut through (and quite some story) but I also saw a beautiful garden I did not even know existed. Add to that the in depth story of the not only the gardens but also Prague, which were told in an engaging, detailed and funny manner. And left me not only more appreciative of democracy but also even more proud of the city I call home. Highly recommend and would definitely go on another tour.
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I really learned so much on this tour - and I have lived in Prague for quite a long time! The gardens were perfect even in late October. I was transported with the descriptions of the lives of those who built these gardens (some hidden) 300, 400 and 500 years ago. Wonderful facts, quirky history, and mysteries unveiled. Lots of explanation around the meanings and placement of sculptures and frescos, as well as the gardens themselves. Did you know that grotto walls were intended to look grotesque? I won’t spoil the rest … A heart-filling experience that I would recommend to anyone who loves gardens and history.
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What a treat this was! A very intimate experience, where we were astounded by Bonita's knowledge and passion. She was able to tailor the tour to the needs of the group and we all learnt so much. I would highly recommend this experience if you like to delve beneath the superficial and to feel a real connection with historical Prague.
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Bonita led a group of kids aged 8-13 and showed us the beauty of Prague's gardens - plus came up with great stories and activities that kept the kids excited.
That was a truly fun tour that I will not forget. It helps to have such wonderful, bright kids! Thanks for your review.
This was a wonderful tour for my 85 year old mum and myself, Bonita met us in the hotel and we took the tram to the gardens. She is So knowledgeable and experienced in Prague, the history and insight she gave us was amazing! I would highly recommend for garden and history lovers!
I don't usually leave reviews on Trip Advisor, although I travel plenty for pleasure and work. But Vadim was so wonderful and this tour was so educational, and so much better than anything I've ever experienced, that I have to say a little thank you. I spent 3 days in Prague as a long layover after a work trip in Africa. I called Insight Cities Prague (a family affair, run by Vadim and his wife) the day before or the day of the tour, with fingers crossed that they might show me the city on such a short notice. And they did! In the process, Vadim and I exchanged stories of growing up in Soviet Union and sharing the emigre experience. Vadim were providing immense history knowledge behind the city's architecture and its development in the 20th century and before, which I found fascinated. So if you're a history and architecture buff, you'll find these tours interesting. And as a young professional, I found it affordable as well. Thank you. I hope to have another Insight Cities experience if not in Prague, somewhere else!
<p>this tour was awesome!! If I could give more stars I would have!!! Bonita was absolutely knowledgable and we saw parts of Prague which we never would have seen.......heard stories and saw details we never would have seen....it was the best choice I could have made!!</p>
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