Private Prague Introduction Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

This 3-hour private walking tour with a historian guide introduces visitors to Prague's 1,000 years of history. Walk through the Old and New Towns and learn about the city from the Middle Ages and Renaissance through the ordeals and triumphs of its modern history.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide outside Café Mondieu, at Maltézské náměstí 480 (near the Lennon Wall) in the Lesser Town / Malá Strana

Pickup Information

Unless hotel pick up has been arranged, please meet your guide 5 minutes before start time at the default meeting point, outside of Cafe Mondieu (near the Lennon Wall)

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock
View and discuss the history of the Old Town Hall and the symbolism of the Astronomical Clock.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Church of Our Lady before Tyn
Discuss the Gothic characteristics of the Tyn church in contrast to the St. Nicholas' church across the square.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Old Town Square
Discuss the 1000 year old history, politics and architecture of the ancient town market.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Charles Bridge
Discuss the 600+ year history of the Gothic bridge lined with Baroque statues of saints and it's unique role in the development of Prague.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Bethlehem Chapel
Discuss Jan Hus and his role in the reformation of the Catholic church and the Protestant Reformation.
Duration: 10 mins
6. St. Giles Church
Discuss Czech religious wars, Reformation and Counter-reformation as it is reflected in the Baroque interior decoration of the Gothic church.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Nove MEsto
Discuss the 600+ year old history of the New Town and its relationship to Prague as the capitol of the Holy Roman Empire.
Duration: 15 mins
8. Wenceslas Square
Discuss the history of the square in the context of the history of Prague and the Czech Republic.
Duration: 15 mins
9. Theatre Des Etats
Discuss Mozart's relationship to Prague and the Age of Enlightenment.
Duration: 10 mins
10. St Nicholas Church
Discuss the history of Czech religious reversals of fortune as well as the role of the Baroque and Gothic architecture.
Duration: 10 mins
11. Jan Hus Monument
Discuss the revolutionary role of Jan Hus within the development of European Christianity as well as the history of the Czech lands.
Duration: 10 mins
12. Parizska Street
Discuss the history and the destruction of the Jewish Ghetto of Prague.
Duration: 10 mins
13. Franz Kafka Statue
Revolving, kinetic statue resembling the bust of Franz Kafka by Czech artist David Černý.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Historian guide

Exclusion

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Choice of morning and afternoon departure; please advise at time of booking

Supplied by Insight Cities

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