Highlights of Prague Old Town & Jewish Ghetto Tour

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Overview

Explore Prague’s core historic districts. Admire the Astronomical Clock in Old Town Square before entering the preserved Jewish Quarter. Visit ancient synagogues and the haunting cemetery to hear the powerful stories of the Ghetto.
In front of the building No. 7, 627 Týnská, 110 00 Prague, CZ
Day tour/activity
2 hours
Easy
Yes
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Highlights

Key attractions of Highlights of Prague Old Town & Jewish Ghetto Tour

  • Explore all of Prague’s major attractions in Old Town
  • See the oldest synagogues in the Jewish Quarter neighborhood
  • Visit the location of Franz Kafka’s birthplace
  • Learn about the history of the Czech Republic and Bohemia
  • Uncover some of the hidden gems of Prague’s historic center

Full description

Highlights of Prague Old Town & Jewish Ghetto Tour: Full Information

Wondering how to spend your first day in Prague? Why not begin your morning with our brief but thorough tour packed with essential information about the Old Town and its most famous sites?

Take in the beauty of the surrounding buildings while our friendly and passionate guides share with you their insider knowledge of Prague and the fascinating stories set in this part of the city. Start your exploration in Old Town Square, where you will learn more about its landmarks -the Jan Hus Monumentand the Astronomical Clock. As you are led by the Karolinum, Estates Theatre, and Franz Kafka’s birthplace, you will discover places that are significant to the evolution of culture and education in Central Europe. Follow our journey to theJewish Ghetto. While strolling around the cobblestone alleyways surrounding Prague’s synagogues, discover more about the Jewish way of life, customs, and culture.

During this tour, you will also learn about the origins of Bohemiaand the Czech Republic. Allow this journey to spark your curiosity and inspire you to explore Prague to the fullest. Rest assured that with us, you will fall in love with this city!

By covering two crucial districts in one walk, this tour offers the perfect introduction to the Czech capital. It serves as the foundational experience in our comprehensive range of guided Prague walking tours, giving you the essential context to understand the city’s complex past.

Itinerary of the tour

We are sorry, but there is no itinerary available for this tour.

Tour includes

Important information

Key information about Highlights of Prague Old Town & Jewish Ghetto Tour

  • Minimum of 2 passengers per booking required. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Tour operates only in English. For a private tour in German, please contact us by email (subject to availability).
  • Not wheelchair accessible.

What do I need to bring?

What do I need to bring to Highlights of Prague Old Town & Jewish Ghetto Tour?

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time.
  • Bottle of water

PUBLIC TOUR

From

€20.00

for adults

Prices include 12% VAT

English
  • Tuesdays at 10:30
  • Thursdays at 10:30
  • Saturdays at 10:30
  • Sundays at 10:30
German
  • Saturdays at 10:30

PRIVATE TOUR

From

€250.00

for a private group

Prices include 12% VAT

English
  • Every day at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
German
  • Every day at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00

Meeting point for Prague tours

In front of the building No. 7, 627 Týnská, 110 00 Prague, CZ
From the Astronomical Clock, cross the Old Town Square towards Týn Cathedral. Facing Týn Cathedral take the left narrow lane (Týnská) between the Cathedral and the beige Baroque building (Kinsky Palace). Once you are standing behind Týn Cathedral you will see the big wooden door of building number 7.

Cancellation policy

We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if the booking for public tour is cancelled 1 day or less before the event.
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if the booking for private tour is cancelled 14 days or less before the event.

Did you like this tour? Want to see more of Prague with us?

After such an introduction, you might be interested in discovering more! Join us and continue with your day on our afternoon Prague Castle & Canal River Boat tour. Enjoy a relaxing sail with refreshments on the Vltava River and explore the largest castle complex in the world.

Public vs Private tours

People often confuse between public and private tours. Here is a comparsion of the two.

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