Learn the timeless history of Prague Old Town and the Jewish Quarter on a 1.5-hour tour of the capital of the Czech Republic. Visit landmark attractions such as Municipal House, the Astronomical Clock, the Old Jewish Cemetery, and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Italian
- Pickup optional
- Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. The guide will have an orange umbrella.
- Private or small groups available
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the Old Town and Jewish Quarter of Prague
- Hear stories about the Powder Tower and Municipal House
- Learn about life for the Jewish community throughout the history of Prague
- See the legendary Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall
- Go to the Jewish Cemetery and see the largest synagogue in Europe
Full description
Travel through the story of Prague and the Czech Republic on a guided tour of the Old Town and Jewish Quarter, and learn chapters from the city’s timeless and sometimes turbulent history.
Hear the historical tales behind the house signs and statues on Powder Tower. Go to the Municipal House, and marvel at the façade of the Church of St. Nicholas. See the legendary Astronomical Clock on Old Town Square. Venture into the heart of the Old Town, before going to the former Jewish Ghetto, where your guide will tell bizarre stories about Rabi Loew’s legendary monster Golem, talk of Jewish habits and traditions, and tell the story of the Jewish writer Kafka's life and work.
See city synagogues, including the oldest in Europe. Discover the site of the Jewish Town Hall. Visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, and build a picture of life for the Jewish community throughout the history of Prague.
Includes
- 1.5-hour tour of Prague Old Town and the Jewish Quarter
- Tickets to the Jewish Museum (if option selected)
- Pickup (if option selected)
- Tour of the Jewish Museum
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Meet your guide by the statue of King Charles IV near the Charles Bridge. It is the only statue on the small square of Krizovnicke namesti (in front of the Old-Town Bridge Tower), Křižovnické náměstí 191/3, Prague 1. Look for the guide with the orange umbrella
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
