Prague Castle & Canal River Cruise

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Prague Castle & Canal River Boat Walking Tour

Overview

Join us for a relaxing afternoon in the City of a Hundred Spires! Experience the highlight of your holiday, including a forty-five-minute river cruise with refreshments, a tram ride, and a tour of the Prague Castle complex. With its primary focus on the left bank of the river, it is an excellent introduction for people who have not yet ventured there.

In front of the building No. 7, 627 Týnská, 110 00 Prague, CZ

Day tour/activity

3 hours

Moderate

Yes

Highlights

Take a picturesque boat cruise on the Vltava River and through the ‘Devil’s Channel’
Explore the stunning beauty of the largest castle complex in the world
Discover the unusual past of Kampa Island
Get your picture taken at Lennon’s Wall

Full description

On this tour, you will discover locations beyond bus and coach travel. Your afternoon will begin with a short stroll from Old Town Square to the Clementinum complex – once a Jesuit college and currently the second-largest architectural complex in Prague, featuring the Mirror Chapel, a branch of the National Library, and baroque churches.

From there, you will continue to the Charles Bridge, where you will board a ‘Prague Venice‘ boat taking you on a relaxing cruise on the Vltava River. Enjoy listening to the audio commentary and offered refreshments as you take in the magnificent Prague landmarks from a new perspective. The final leg of your journey on the river is finished with a visit to the picturesque Devil’s Channel and Charles Bridge Museum. Afterward, your guide will take you across Charles Bridge and provide fascinating information about its past.

The next stop on your tour is Lesser Town, a well-known Prague neighborhood distinguished by its exquisite Baroque buildings and red clay tile roofs. A quick visit to snap a picture at Lennon’s Wall on Kampa Island is a must. From Lesser Town, you will take a short tram ride to Prague Castle, where you will be greeted by a panoramic view of the city. Once there, you’ll have time to wander around the several palaces and other structures that comprise this large, historic castle complex, including the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral and the Romanesque St. George Basilica, popular among tourists for its many cultural exhibits and classical music performances.

The tour concludes in the castle grounds in the oldest vineyard in the city, where you can snap stunning panoramic photos of Prague.

Itinerary

Stop at: Old Town Square
The square, featuring the Astronomical Clock and City Hall, is among the oldest in Prague. Pass along Jan Hus Monument, the Kinsky Palace and St Nicolas Church as well.
Stop at: Klementinum Complex
Stroll through Prague's second-largest building complex, which houses the National Library and the Astronomical Tower, where weather measurements have been taken since the 1770's.
Stop at: Prague Venice River Cruise
Enjoy a 45-minute river cruise with refreshments and on-board commentary. Navigate the Devil's Channel and the Charles Bridge to get a unique perspective of Prague's famous sites.
Stop at: Charles Bridge
Pass along the sculpture of Charles IV and the Bridge Tower. Admire the several statues of saints adorning the Charles Bridge, including St John of Nepomuk - the country's patron who is known for granting wishes to passers-by.
Stop at: Lesser Town
Explore the charming alleyways of Lesser Town and Kampa Island, a neighborhood known for its Baroque-style buildings and red clay tile roofs.
Stop at: John Lennon Wall
Snap a picture at the popular Lennon Wall and discover how it came to symbolize freedom and liberty.
Stop at: Malostranské náměstí & St Nicolas Church
Admire the baroque buildings surrounding this corner of the Lesser Town before the tram takes you to Prague Castle.
Stop at: Mihulka Powder Tower
Famous Prague tower, which was in the past used as a gunpowder storage.
Stop at: Prague Castle
Discover the world's largest castle complex, the most popular tourist destination in the Czech Republic, which took a thousand years to complete. For generations, it has been the seat of rulers and presidents. Find out about its history and importance to the Czech people.
Stop at: St Vitus Cathedral
Admire the majestic St Vitus Cathedral, a prominent landmark in Prague that contains Charles IV's tomb and also serves as the hiding place of Bohemian Crown Jewels.
End of the tour: St Wenceslas Vineyard
Allegedly the oldest vineyard in Prague, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the city.

Includes

Important information

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 operated in English or German; please specify at the time of booking.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Not stroller accessible.
Not suitable for pets.
Please note that this tour does not visit the interior of Prague Castle.

What do I need to bring?

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

€48.00

for adults

Prices include 12% VAT

Tuesdays at 13:30
Thursdays at 13:30
Saturdays at 13:30
Sundays at 13:30

Saturdays at 13:30

PRIVATE TOUR

From

€500.00

for a private group

Prices include 12% VAT

Every day at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00

Every day at 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00

Meeting point

In front of the building No. 7, 627 Týnská, 110 00 Prague, CZ

How to find us

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.

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

If you’re short on time, you might want to start exploring the city well before lunch. Combine your visit with our first tour of the day and join us on the Old Town & Jewish Ghetto tour, giving you an overview of all the important sights on the right bank of the river.

Public vs Private tours

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Public tour

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Set schedule
Price per person
Cost-effective
Interaction with other travelers
Tailored to your needs
Flexible start

Private tour

Exclusively for your group
Customized scheduling
Group rate
Personalized experience
Exclusive attention from the guide
Meeting other travelers
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