Ghosts and Legends of Prague Old Town Evening Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Meet your Licensed Guide outside Residence Bene on Dlouhá Street, in Prague’s Old Town. The location is easy to reach on foot from Old Town Square or via public transport. The nearest tram stop is Dlouhá třída. Please wait outside the hotel entrance to join the group.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Begin the evening walk along Dlouhá Street, an area long associated with fires, crime, and strange legends. Your Paranormal Guide introduces the darker side of Prague’s medieval past while setting the mood for the tour.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Stop outside the Church of St Castulus in Haštalské Square. Learn about medieval faith, plague times, and why this part of the Old Town became central to many ghostly tales. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Hastalske NamEsti

  Walk across one of Prague’s oldest squares, once deeply affected by epidemics and poverty. Hear how daily life and superstition shaped local beliefs about death and the afterlife.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  St. Salvator Church

  Stop near Salvator Church, where stories of faith, secrecy, and Prague’s spiritual past add depth to the tour’s themes. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  National Gallery Prague - Convent of St. Agnes

  Pause outside the Convent of St Agnes, a former medieval monastery. Dive into stories of strict monastic life, sacrifice, and tragic destinies linked to this quiet riverside complex. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  Stop near one of Prague’s oldest hospitals. Hear stories connected to illness, care, and suffering, and how such places naturally inspired darker folklore. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Vltava River

  Enjoy a short walk along the river, where your guide explains how floods, trade, and nighttime life shaped this part of the Old Town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Prague Jewish Quarter

  Walk through Josefov, the Old Jewish Quarter rooted in centuries of hardship, resilience, and community life. This is where the legend of Golem was born! Are they a victim or villain, a man or woman—or both? Immerse yourself in unique Jewish folklore!

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Spanish Synagogue, Jewish Museum in Prague

  Admire the exterior of the Spanish Synagogue, the center of Prague's Jewish Museum complex. This is where centuries of Jewish history is stored. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  The Old-New Synagogue

  Don't miss out on the Old New Synagogue, and find out what happened to the Old, Old Synagogue. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12
  Jewish Town Hall (Zidovska radnice)

  Walk past the Jewish Town Hall, once the beating heart of Prague's Jewish community. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13

  Pause in Prague’s most famous square for photos and storytelling. Even here, legends of executions, curses, and unrest linger beneath the lively surface.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14
  Church of Our Lady before Tyn

  Admire the Gothic towers of Týn Church. Hear stories of alchemists, unfinished souls, and medieval beliefs that lurk within these walls. Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 15

  Take a good look at the fantastical details of the Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall Tower and find out how it works! It's one of the best examples of medieval engineering, beautiful and impressive to this day.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 16

  Did the legends of Prague inspire Kafka's surreal literature? For sure! See his former residence and immerse yourself in a Kafkaesque dream! Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 17
  Klementinum

  Walk along the edge of the Klementinum complex while learning how scholars, alchemists, and clergy contributed to Prague’s reputation for mystery. If you're looking for Prague's hidden gem - this is it! Note: Attraction visit will be available from the exterior. No option of going inside the attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 18

  Continue down Karlova Street, home to 100's retail shops, restaurants, historical monuments.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 19
  Charles Bridge

  Last but not least, we head to Charles Bridge. This is surely one of the spookiest spots in Prague! Both locals and tourists often say that they feel as if the statues of saints and mytrs follow them around! With beautiful views across Vltava, reaching all the way to Prague Castle, make this a fitting finale for your ghost tour of the Czech capital.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• It’s best to arrive 10 minutes in advance, as late arrivals are nonrefundable. Check your phone and email for important information from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
• This walking tour covers approximately 1,8 km (1,2 mile) on foot and is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Be aware that the streets of Prague are busy and crowded, so you'll have to follow your guide closely.

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