Best of Prague tour: From Castle to Old Town, Small Group Tour

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(227 reviews)
Prague, Czech Republic

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The perfect tour if you just have time for one! Join a small group (max 10) to see all the main sites of Prague. Our guides are expert, licensed historic guides. Over three hours, we’ll take you up to Prague Castle, then down across Charles Bridge through Old Town.

Since this is a small-group tour, we move at an unhurried pace with context and stories to every stop and time for questions. Our route was once walked by Bohemian kings (but we also find the quieter side streets!).
First, we ride the tram up to the Castle, skipping the long climb,
We explore Prague Castle and exterior of St. Vitus Cathedral
Then Nerudova Street, lined with Baroque palaces
Past Church of St. Nicholas and Church of Our Lady Victorious
A quiet moment on Kampa Island
A busier moment crossing Charles Bridge
Continuing past the Clementinum into Old Town Square
Learn to read the famous Astronomical Clock
Finally ending near the Powder Tower.

What's Included

Licensed local guide
Public transportation
We will not be entering any paid monuments. No admission fee is needed

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Josef Manes monument

Your guide will be standing on the Jan Palach Square. They will be holding a purple umbrella.

End point
The Powder Tower

End in the heart of the Old Town with easy access to restaurants and more.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Klarov Park

    We will use this lovely park to explain how to use the public transport in Prague.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Hradcany (Pass by)

    Walk through the beautiful Castle District.

    Admission ticket free
  • Hradcanske Namesti (Pass by)

    Admire the main square of the Castle District

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Schwarzenbersky Palac

    Admire the Stunning Sgraffito Architecture

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Prague Castle

    Before we enter we will learn about the Castle complex and its founding over 1000 years ago. all while looking at the impressive ornate main gate.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Fourth Courtyard Prague Castle

    Learn about the final touches made to the castle in the 20th century.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Second Courtyard Of Prague Castle

    Learn about the final touches made to the castle in the 20th century.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    St. Vitus Cathedral

    See the amazing Cathedral, built by the famous king Charles IV. Learn about all the history some of which hiding in plain sight.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Third Castle Courtyard

    See where the Czech presidents office is and have a look at the cathedral from its best angle.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Old Royal Palace

    This palace has been upgraded by every palace, see the evolution in architecture all within one building

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    The Gardens Below Prague Castle

    (Only in during the summer season mar- oct) Best views of the city are located in these gardens, as well as the location of the defenestration of Prague of 1618.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Nerudova (Pass by)

    Walk down the most Iconic street in Prague's lesser town, admire the beautiful house symbols

    Admission ticket free
  • 10
    St Nicholas Church

    Admire the largest Baroque church in Prague

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Church of Our Lady Victorious

    Beautiful Church in the heart of the Less Town of Prague. The church is famous for housing the Infant Jesus of Prague

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Kampa Park

    Kampa Park is a hidden gem among the city center. Just a few min away from the Charles bridge yet its a local hang out for many locals

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Charles Bridge

    The famous 14th century masterpiece, we will start with a little secret view of the bridge for a few pictures, then we will cross it admiring and talking about its famous statues.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Klementinum

    The Old Jesuit college holds a very important piece of Czech history, but also serves as a great cut though to the Old Town

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Stare Mesto (Old Town)

    The Old Town Square, is the heart of the historical center of Prague, and home to many of the most important monuments of the Old Town.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

    One of the most important and incredible mechanical masterpieces in world. We will teach you how to read the clock and what to look for during its famous show.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 17

    The beautiful estates theater is the Prague home to multiple of Mozart's operas.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 18
    Prasna brana

    The Powder tower, the last remaining defensive tower of the Old town, and the beggining of the coronation walk

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Obecni Dum

    The Municipal House, is one of the most beautiful art nouveau pieces in Prague. It is also the home to a concert hall and many restaurants.

    10 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Prague Pulse Tours

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