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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Delve into the treasures of Prague Castle and Castle District on this 3-hour walking tour with an expert guide. Stroll across the Vltava River and roam the delightful Malá Strana district beneath the castle before entering the walled complex, the seat of Czech rulers from early medieval times. See the stately gardens, courtyards, palaces and churches such as St George’s Basilica; visit magnificent St Vitus Cathedral; and explore Golden Lane, home to tiny, colorful cottages that were once homes to the castle's archers and goldsmiths.
Local guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
One-way tram ticket (approx. 24 CZK). We kindly ask you to purchase it in advance to ensure that the tour runs smoothly. Tickets are sold through yellow vending machines at metro stations, at ticket offices located at some metro stations, at some newsstands and at tourist information centres.
Departure Point
nám. J. Palacha, 110 00 Praha 1-Staré Město, Czechia
Your Prague Castle and Castle District Walking Tour starts at Jan Palach Square in front of Rudolfinum. Look for the SANDEMANs NEW Europe team with a red t-shirt and red umbrella.
Return Details
119 08 Prague 1, Czechia
Your Prague Castle and Castle District Walking Tour usually ends in the Prague Castle Gardens, overlooking the Old Town.
Palach Square, 625 00 Brno-Starý Lískovec, Czechia Meet your guide in central Prague and set out on your 3-hour walking tour of Prague’s Castle and Castle District. Perched above the Vltava River, this vast complex is the world’s largest ancient castle and was once the seat of Bohemia’s kings, Holy Roman Emperors and Czechoslovakia’s presidents. 5 minutes
Vltava River, Melnik, Czech Republic First, stroll across the Vltava River and absorb the views of its bridges as your guide gives you a fascinating rundown of Prague’s history and major landmarks. 20 minutes
St Nicholas Church, Prague, Czech Republic Across the river, make your way into Malá Strana, the Baroque district set below the castle walls. Amble down the cobbled streets and stop for photos at Malá’s 18th-century St Nicholas Church and World War II memorial. 20 minutes
Hradcany, Prague, Czech Republic Next, ride a tram up to the castle and enter via the North Gate, crossing the Royal Gardens and Powder Bridge into stately Hradčany Square 20 minutes
Schwarzenberg Palace, Prague, Czech Republic . Admire the Schwarzenberg Palace and statue to Czechoslovakia’s first president, Tomas Masaryks, in the square, and then walk into the Second Courtyard. Feel the power of the former Hapsburg Empire in this neoclassical courtyard, and then enter the stunning Third Courtyard, home to the mighty St Vitus Cathedral. 20 minutes
III. nádvoří 48/2, 119 01 Praha 1-Hradčany, Czechia Head inside with your guide to see the majestic interior of the cathedral, one of Europe’s largest 20 minutes
St. George's Basilica, Prague, Czech Republic Continue past the Golden Gate, Vladislav Hall and St George’s Basilica to Golden Lane, a cobbled street of cottages that once housed castle archers, artisans and goldsmiths. 20 minutes
Golden Lane, Prague, Czech Republic Dip inside some of the 11 cottages, some converted into tiny boutique shops, and some styled to recreate medieval life, and hear how Czech writer Franz Kafka lived here between 1916 and 1917. 25 minutes
Prague Castle, Prague, Czech Republic Leave the castle near the Eastern Black Tower and admire the city views from the hillside. 25 minutes
Charles Bridge, Prague, Czech Republic Your tour then ends here or at Charles Bridge when you bid farewell to your guide. 5 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children up to 13 years old are welcome to join this tour for free but they will also need a transportation ticket. We reserve the right to ask for a valid ID for children joining our tours.
The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 3 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
Unfortunately, we do not recommend this tour for wheelchair users.
Please note that we won't visit St. Vitus's Cathedral during the tour as exhibitions and indoor areas at Prague Castle are closed due to coronavirus. Thanks for your understanding.
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- Guests are encouraged to bring their own masks
- Guests will be required to provide personal details
Please note that, in accordance with the new regulations in place in Czech Republic, you’ll be asked to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a valid negative test.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Pooya_F
27 Nov 2022
Nice length. Brian was knowledgeable and great at what he does. Got a great overview of the castle's outside as well as the cathedral's interior and exterior.
Linda T
25 Nov 2022
Brian was so knowledgeable and informative on this tour. He had his iPad to further show us information about the Castle area. We did the tour at 14:30 which we found perfect because it was quieter. Loved the experience!
franciscobW3056ED
01 Nov 2022
We did the tour with Pacífico, and since there were 5 of us, it was almost like having a private guide. He was very nice, friendly and explained a lot of things about the castle, the cathedral and the district in general. If we return to Prague we would do a tour with him again to finish earning the points that we missed in his trivia questions!
This tour in
Prague
is organized by
SANDEMANs NEW Europe - Prague
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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