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Prague: Bike or E-Bike City Tour with A Local Guide

1. Prague: Bike or E-Bike City Tour with A Local Guide

Explore Prague by Bike or eBike and admire the city’s grand monuments and characteristic neighborhoods! See the top sights of amazing Prague in just a few hours on a fun e-bike or regular bike tour that starts out in the city center. Meet your guide at the meeting point inside of the hotel Grandior in the city center. At the meeting point, you have the chance to try out the E-bike or bike before the tour starts. The guide briefly explains the tour program and provides safety instructions. Then you start the tour. During the tour, your guide provides you with information about the visited sights during each stop. We stop for a few minutes at sights mentioned at each tour option. Small group tours with max. 8 participants are available in regular starting times. In case of more participants, additional guides are provided to secure the best possible personal experience. Private tour includes are available in flexible starting times, so you can enjoy the advantage of a personal guide and tour optimization according to your wishes with a German, Spanish, French or Russian speaking tour guide. Sights covered are Expo 58, Metronome, Park Letná, beer garden, Queen Ann’s summer palace, Prague Castle, Strahov Monastery, Petřín Park, John Lennon Wall, View of Dancing House, National Theatre, Wenceslas Square, Old town Square, Municipal house, and Powder Tower. In case of private tour, you can also opt for e-Scooter (eScooter) or even a segway vehicle.

Prague: Powder Gate Tower Entrance Ticket

2. Prague: Powder Gate Tower Entrance Ticket

Access the interior of one of Prague’s finest examples of pseudo-Gothic style as you wander around the Powder Gate Tower, designed by architect Josef Mocker. As you stroll, admire various sculptures of former Czech kings, Bohemian patrons and saints, and religious characters such as the Virgin Mary and Adam and Eve. Learn about the history of the tower and how it was transformed from a former gunpowder store to the starting place of the Bohemian Kings’ Royal Path to Prague Castle. Climb up the 186 stone steps to reach the observation gallery located 44 meters above ground level. Here, enjoy panoramic views of the entire city and its many church spires.

Prague: Historic City Center Bus Tour

3. Prague: Historic City Center Bus Tour

See the best of Prague from an open-top bus, and enjoy panoramic views of all the most famous sights. Depart from near the Old Town Square, where you can admire the Astronomical Clock. Continue through the oldest part of the city, admiring the cobblestone streets that radiate in all directions. Highlights of the Old Town include the Municipal House on the site of the old Royal Court. Marvel at the mosaics on its façade, considered by many to be the most beautiful building in the city. See the sights of the Josefov district, the former Jewish Ghetto of Prague. Completely surrounded by the Old Town, its landmark monuments include the Old-New Synagogue and 19th-century Spanish Synagogue with its Moor-inspired exterior. Pass Prague’s oldest surviving Gothic building at the St. Agnes Monastery. See national monuments, such as the State Opera House and New Town Hall. Admire the bridges over the Vltava River, including the famous Charles Bridge. Upon arrival in the Prague Castle district, enjoy a 30 or 40-minute break for a short stroll around the famous landmarks. Go to the Loreta pilgrimage site. Marvel at the extraordinary architecture of the Dancing House. Other landmarks you will pass on the tour include the National Museum, Rudolfinum Music Hall, and Powder Tower. Along the way, you will learn the history of the city and its famous landmarks from a pre-recorded commentary in your native language, available in 26 different languages (Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, and Vietnamese).

Prague: 3.5-Hour Communism and Bunker Tour

4. Prague: 3.5-Hour Communism and Bunker Tour

The walking tour starts by the Powder Tower at Namesti Republiky, where you will hear the story of how the new Czechoslovakia Republic was formed in 1918. Discover the dark days of Nazi occupation and liberation by the Russian Red Army in 1945. In the Wenceslas Square you will learn about the 1960s and the Prague Spring, when the Soviet Army crushed the nation's blossoming dreams of democracy in 1968. The tour takes you up to the Velvet Revolution in 1989, signaling the end of this grey period of Cold War history. You'll take a break for beer, kofola, or a snack in an authentic canteen of the working-class. Visiting a nuclear bunker from 50s will round off your communist adventure in Prague. You will also see historical photos of the events, people, buildings and statues, many of them now destroyed. To encourage dialogue, the group size is limited to fifteen people.

Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour

5. Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour

Travel through the story of Prague and the Czech Republic on a guided tour of the Old Town and Jewish Quarter, and learn chapters from the city’s timeless and sometimes turbulent history. Hear the historical tales behind the house signs and statues on Powder Tower. Go to the Municipal House, and marvel at the façade of the Church of St. Nicholas. See the legendary Astronomical Clock on Old Town Square. Venture into the heart of the Old Town, before going to the former Jewish Ghetto, where your guide will tell bizarre stories about Rabi Loew’s legendary monster Golem, talk of Jewish habits and traditions, and tell the story of the Jewish writer Kafka's life and work. See city synagogues, including the oldest in Europe. Discover the site of the Jewish Town Hall. Visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, and build a picture of life for the Jewish community throughout the history of Prague.

Prague: Franz Kafka Outdoor Escape Game

6. Prague: Franz Kafka Outdoor Escape Game

Be led on an exciting self-guided tour around Prague while playing a Franz Kafka-themed mobile quest with your friends and family. Solve clues, see beautiful palaces, and learn about the city’s fascinating history from the eyes of the famous writer. Download the app, go to the starting point, and begin the adventure. Follow clues as you walk past popular city sites displaying a mix of ancient and modern in the heart of Prague. Unlock secrets about the places you visit as you solve puzzles and guess the answers. Explore the Kafka Memorial and admire traditional Czech architecture. Use the clues to lead you from one site to another. Each clue provides you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. Complete the tour in about 1.5 hours, however, there’s no time limit, allowing you to go at your own pace. Play as a group or split into smaller groups/teams and compete against the others. Each person can also play on their own, separate from the group, and meet the group at the end of the tour.

Vienna: 1-Day Trip to Prague Private Guided Tour

7. Vienna: 1-Day Trip to Prague Private Guided Tour

With rich history and cultural heritage, multiple UNESCO-inscribed sites and affordable prices, Prague is one of Europe’s most popular day trip destinations. Fortunately, it's well connected to Vienna by road and rail so on this private tour we let you choose if you prefer to travel by car or train. Come and discover the heart and soul of Prague. Experience the bohemian dream! Book a 13-hour tour to travel from Vienna to Prague by car. This option includes round-trip transfers with pickup and dropoff by private car and a 4-hour walking tour of Prague. Our English speaking driver will pick you up directly from your accommodation and take you to Prague's Lesser Town, where you will meet your Private Local Guide. Your Czech adventure will begin with a visit to the inner courtyards of the magnificent Prague Castle, home to the Gothic Cathedral of St. Vitus. The guide will tell you all about Bohemian kings and how the castle and the rest of the city changed over the centuries. The highlight of your walking tour of the Lesser Town will be a visit to St. Nicholas's Church. Entrance tickets are included, so you can step in and admire its stunning Baroque architecture and art-filled interiors. You will then cross the Charles Bridge admiring its iconic statues to get to the Old Town, where you will see the highlights of the medieval Market Square and the well-preserved Jewish Quarter with a well-preserved Jewish Town Hall and several synagogues. You will have some free time after the guided tour, so you can ask your guide for tips on the best places to do souvenir shopping or try Czech cuisine and beer (we can book a table for your group at a recommended restaurant). Book a 15-hour tour to travel from Vienna to Prague by train. This option includes 1-way transfer (pick-up) from your accommodation to Vienna Central Station by private car, round-trip train tickets, and a 4-hour walking tour of Prague. These 2 capitals are well connected by rail,with several trains per day, so this can be an exciting and comfortable way to travel. If you choose this option, your walking tour will start at Prague Central Station, located in the Old Town.

Prague City 3-Hour Tour with Changing of the Guard

8. Prague City 3-Hour Tour with Changing of the Guard

This tour provides a fantastic opportunity to see the main historical sights and monuments in Prague - including the popular changing of the guards ceremony at Prague Castle - within the space of 3 hours.  Embark on a sightseeing tour of Prague, which Bernard Bolzano once dubbed the 'city of a hundred towers'. You'll begin by the Estates Theater in the Old Town, which hosted the premiere of Mozart’s opera Don Giovanni. You'll pass the National Theater, enjoying a marvelous panoramic view of Prague Castle, the Charles Bridge, Rudolfinum - home to the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, the Powder Gate, Wenceslas Square, the center of New Town - where Czech history was written, Charles Square, and the renowned Dancing House. Then, you'll cross the Jirásek Bridge into the enchanting Lesser Quarter, where you'll admire Saint Nicholas Church. The first part of the tour takes place on a minibus. Afterwards, you'll walk along Prague Castle, which once housed the offices of Czech kings. Soldiers from the elite Prague Castle Guard will welcome you at the gates of Prague Castle. You'll get to watch the ceremonial changing of the guard, which includes fanfare and a flag ceremony. You'll visit Saint Vitus Cathedral, where the Czech Crown Jewels are kept and King Charles IV, father of the nation, is buried. In Lobkowicz Palace, you can stop to enjoy a refreshing, delicious cup of coffee in a beautiful historic café. Afterwards, you'll walk down to Malostranske Square, where a minibus will be waiting for you. You'll pass through the Jewish Quarter, seeing the oldest synagogue in Europe along the way, and arrive in the Old Town Square, one of the oldest marketplaces in Prague. There, you'll see historic Town Hall and complete the tour at the world-famous Astronomical Clock, which dates back to 1410.

Prague: Scavenger Hunt Self-Guided Tour

9. Prague: Scavenger Hunt Self-Guided Tour

Head out on a scavenger hunt to get to know the city on the Vltava in a very special way.  Start your Old Town route hunt on Wenceslas Square at the well-known equestrian monument. Afterwards, the puzzle enthusiasts will discover the parish hall with the neighboring Powder Tower. The Tyn Church and the Church of St. Nicholas on the Old Town Square are part of the treasure hunt through Prague's Old Town. Of course, you should not miss the Old Town Hall with the impressive Astronomical Clock. Continue through the Jewish Quarter to the Rudolfinum on the Vltava, where the Prague Philharmonic is located. Over the Charles Bridge, reach the Little Side of the River, where you can explore the John Lennon Wall, the second St. Nicholas Church and the Prague Castle. Incidentally, this is probably the longest castle in Europe. Also included are the St. Vitus Cathedral in the castle grounds and the Golden Lane, where Franz Kafka once lived.

Katowice 1-Day Trip to Prague Private Guided Tour

10. Katowice 1-Day Trip to Prague Private Guided Tour

Prague is one of the most visited capitals in Europe, a world heritage city with amazing architecture, art and culture. It’s a great destination for a day trip from Katowice, so join us on a private trip from Poland to Czech Republic and explore wonderful Prague with a Local Guide. Experience the Bohemian dream! This one-day trip from Katowice to Prague will last 14 hours, with an approximate 6-hour drive each way. You will be picked up by a Professional Driver in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle early in the morning, and travel through the picturesque landscapes of Lower Silesia and Sudetes Mountains, crossing the Polish-Czech border with ease. Once you reach Prague you will feel the magical atmosphere of this historic city. A 5-Star Local Guide will greet you and then together you will explore the highlights of Prague, starting with the Old Town, where you will see the Church of Our Lady before Týn, Town Hall, and the famous Astronomical Clock. From the Old Town, you will head to the Lesser Town, crossing the iconic Charles Bridge. Visit the beautiful St. Nicholas Church to admire its exceptional interior, a true masterpiece of High Baroque style. Finally you will reach Prague Castle, the city’s top attraction and the largest castle complex in Europe. Explore its inner courtyards with richly decorated gates and see the monumental St. Vitus Cathedral. The guide will tell you stories and legends about Bohemian kings and other interesting facts about Prague. At the end of the day, you will return to your accommodation in Katowice.

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Our guide, Klara, was absolutely brilliant. She covered so much with us and all done with the hugely personal touch of her own experiences. She was also happy enough to chat through many different questions and engage with us on our own personal stories. The tour was for 8, but it ended up being just us, which meant extra VIP treatment as able to take all the more advantage of Klara’s expert knowledge. I also feel this tour seems unique compared to the others as it covers elements of both world war 2 and the Cold War. This tour was worth the money and more and the 3.5 hours went so fast - thanks so much Klara!

Klara was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. It was just the two of us, she made it really special and unique. Her personal experiences with communism really added to the value of the tour. Really enjoyed it and recommend to anyone.

A great tour provides full orientation and informative history of old Prague , covering all main sites - our Guide - Danuse was very informative, considered guests needs and answered all questions - thank you for an enjoyable day .

Perfect amount of time. Very interactive in the bunker and very informative tour guide!!

Best tour ever. My 11 years' old son also enjoyed it very much! Absolutely amazing.