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Prague preserved a lot of medieval monuments. But also incredible modern buildings! Join our learned and charismatic guides on a fascinating journey through the years 1890 to 1940. In those years, Prague architecture went through a flurry of styles that fall under the umbrellas of Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Modernism.
Starting at the breathtaking Central Train Station from 1901, we embark on a journey full of gorgeous facades, hidden shopping arcades and contrasting sceneries of multiple styles in one view.
Besides delivering facts, this tour is also designed to tell you a story: In the span of two generations, scientific, social and cultural changes sparked an artistic revolution that impacts architecture to this day.
How did Einstein influence the Cubist architecture of Prague? Are houses machines that produce living? And why don't we build pretty buildings anymore as a civilization? Come and see this city through a completely different lens!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
On Prague's Central Train Station, the guide will meet you in the central part of Platform 1. The guide is carrying a red folder.
The tour concludes at Wenceslas Square, 5 minutes on foot from the core Old Town area and close to subway and tram lines.
Itinerary
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1Praha hlavni nadrazi
The historical building of Prague's Central train station, opened 1909, is a prime example of the local art nouveau architecture. Recently reconstructed, it offers incredible beauty in its halls and corridors.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Jerusalem Synagogue
Build in traditional Moorish Revival style typical for synagogues, the Jerusalem synagogue from 1906 incorporates elements of the Art Nouveau style.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Three luxurious apartment houses from 1903 give good examples of early Art Nouveau architecture in Prague.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The Hotel Central from 1899 is one of Prague's earliest buildings in the Art Nouveau style.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Obecni Dum
Projected in 1905, the Municipal House of Prague still serves as the house of culture and representaion for Prague. It is one of the biggest and most important Prague Art Nouveau pieces of architecture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6House of the Black Madonna
The 1912 House at the Black Madonna is the flagship of Cubist architecture, unique to Prague and the Czech lands.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7
The borderline boulevard between Prague's Old Town and New Town contains a bank building from 1906 that ushered in the 2nd phase of Art Nouveau in Prague.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
A multi-purpose city palace from 1913 in the style of late Art Nouveau boasts a breathtaking shopping arcade.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
In 1913, two medieval houses, including a 16th century pharmacy, were joined and reconstructed according to a plan utilizing modernist, art nouveau and cubist elements, including the iconic cubist lamppost.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Jungmann Square
This square contains multiple Art Deco buildings from the 1920s and 30s. One of them has a beautiful shopping arcade in that style. Another gorgeous Art Nouveau building is also featured here.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Vaclavske NamEsti
One of the central downtown squares of Prague offers several beautiful Art Nouveau and Art Deco hotels and department stores.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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