David Cerny's Prague Art Installations: A Self-Guided Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover one of Europe’s most mischievous artists on a self-guided walking tour through Prague that goes far beyond medieval towers and baroque palaces.

On this art-focused walking tour, I’ll introduce you to the artist David Černý, and show you how he’s transformed the city into his personal gallery. His sculptures are provocative, funny, cheeky – and sometimes downright shocking.

You’ll first encounter Černý’s horse and rider sculpture that flips the country’s most sacred symbol upside down – literally. From there, you’ll weave through the New Town and Old Town’s medieval streets. As you walk, I’ll tell you how this rebel artist has transformed his city’s identity by sneaking contemporary art into UNESCO-protected historic streets, creating pieces that make you laugh, think, and sometimes scratch your head. You’ll also hear about breakthrough pieces that catapulted the artist to fame on both the local and international scene – naturally, through scandal.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at in the middle of Wenceslas Square. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at David Cerny's Pink Tank on nám. Kinských.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll catch a glimpse of the Statue of Saint Wenceslas Riding an Upside-Down Dead Horse, a striking and satirical artwork suspended inside the Lucerna Palace. Please note that entry to view the statue inside the building is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll pass by the Franz Kafka – Rotating Head by David Černý, a large kinetic sculpture that reflects Kafka’s layered identity through its moving metallic segments. Please note that entry to the installation area or any related activities is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll spot David Černý’s Lettergirl VH, a distinctive public artwork that adds a touch of whimsy to the streetscape. Please note that entry to any nearby venues or related installations is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll pass by *Butterfly Effect* by David Černý, a dynamic public installation that showcases the artist’s signature style. Please note that entry to the installation area or any related activities is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll catch a glimpse of *Man Hanging Out*, David Černý’s striking sculpture of Sigmund Freud suspended high above the street. Please note that entry to any nearby buildings or viewing areas isn’t included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll pass by David Černý’s *Pink Tank*, a boldly repainted Soviet-era tank that sparked nationwide debate and became an iconic piece of Prague’s contemporary art history. Please note that entry to the site or any related activities isn’t included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Architecture Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Street Art Tour
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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