Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Prague Castle, Hradcany, Prague 11908 Czech RepublicDiscover the fascinating 1,100-year old history behind the world’s largest castle complex on a small group 3-hour walking tour of Prague Castle and the Royal District with an historian guide. This guided walking tour will take you to the imposing Prague Castle atop Hradcany Hill through the Royal Garden and over the Stag Moat. See the ancient buildings, that have been constructed and reconstructed in every architectural style, incorporating Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Rococo, Renaissance, and Neoclassical monuments. Learn about the Castle buildings from your historian guide and how these have been bombarded by artillery, plundered by marauding armies and left to deteriorate by indifferent Austrian Emperors over the years. Allow your guide to bring this history to life with their vast knowledge of the country’s turbulent past. We recommend booking an afternoon tour if your schedule allows as the castle complex is often less crowded then.Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Ball Game Hall in the Royal Garden, Nad Kralovskou oborou 380/1, Prague Czech RepublicStroll past the Renaissance Ball Game Hall, where sporty aristocrats played tennis with the Emperor. Admirer the Renaissance sgraffito depicting the allegories of virtues, arts and sciences.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Queen Anne's Summer Palace, Marianske hradby 52/1, Prague Czech RepublicThe purest Renaissance architecture outside Italy, Queen Anne's summer house in the Royal Gardens of the Prague Castle was commissioned by Ferdinand I in mid 1500's. It was converted into an astronomical observatory by Rudolf II. Among the guests, there were Tycho de Brahe, Johanes Kepler, and even the emperor himself, who died here after losing the royal title.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: St. Vitus Cathedral, III. Nadvori 48/2 Prague Castle, Prague 119 01 Czech RepublicSt. Vitus cathedral in Prague is one of the most monumental cathedrals in Central Europe and represents a prominent example of Gothic architecture. Founded in the first half of the 14th century it was finally completed 600 years later in the first half of the 19th c. The cathedral is the site of the royal crypt of Czech sovereigns and patron saints. Of particular interest are the baroque tomb of St. John of Nepomuk, the first martyr of the Seal of the Confessional, cast in silver and gothic St. Wenceslas Chapel which houses relics of the saint.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Old Royal Palace, Hradcany, Prague 119 08 Czech RepublicWalk through the magnificent Vladislav Hall, built at the end of the 15th century combining the Late Gothic with brand new Renaissance style. It was the scene of coronation festivities and banquets, and knights' tournaments. The knights would enter the hall to take part in the jousting competitions in full armor and on horseback through the Riders' Staircase, which was designed precisely for that purpose. Step into the Ludwig Wing to see the window through which the members of the Czech Estates defenestrated two Austrian governors and their scribe, sparking the Thirty Years' War, one of the most destructive conflicts in human history. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: St. George's Basilica, Prazsky hrad, Prague 119 08 Czech RepublicStep into the austere and monumental Romanesque basilica built in the 1100 hundreds. Compare its architecture and interior to the just visited Gothic style of the St. Vitus Cathedral.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Golden Lane, Daliborky 30/38, Prague 119 00 Czech RepublicWalk through this quaint, diminutive street Originally built in the 16th century to house Rudolf II's castle guards. Step into the tiny rooms which now mostly house souvenir shops. There is a museum of medieval armoury within the former 14th-century fortification accessible from Golden Lane. Golden Lane is connected with Dalibor Tower, which used to be a dungeon.Duration: 20 minutes
Supplier Name
Insight Cities
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Not wheelchair accessible,Near public transportation,Most travelers can participate,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Inclusions:
Historic guide
Exclusions:
Prague Castle entrance (adults CZK 350, students & seniors CZK 175),Gratuities,Food and drinks,Hotel pickup and drop-off,Entry/Admission - St. Vitus Cathedral,Entry/Admission - Old Royal Palace,Entry/Admission - St. George's Basilica,Entry/Admission - Golden Lane
Vadim was an absolute delight! We took two half-day tours with Vadim, including the walking tour of New Town and Old Town as well as the Prague Castle tour with a behind-the-scenes private peek into the Strahov Monastery Library!! We were blown away by how enthusiastic, engaging, and knowledgeable Vadim was--he even tailored the information about Prague to suit our American backgrounds, putting Prague's history and culture in context with the history and events occurring in America at the same time. For example, roughly during the time Mozart was composing music, the Declaration of Independence was being written across the pond! And when we walk through downtown Seattle now, we always think of Prague's Dancing House, whose architect is the same one who designed Seattle's colorful EMP! What a way to experience a city for the first time!
Not only did we love the time we spent with Vadim, but when we parted ways after both tours, he always gave us the perfect recommendations for what to
Reviewed by: Kate M, 11/29/2021 12:00:00 AM
Vadim brought so much information to this tour with such a friendly, compelling style. There wasn't a question that we had that he couldn't answer. We got to know Prague Castle and its neighborhood in a vivid, fun way. As archeologists, we also came to this tour with a good deal of specialized knowledge of our own and we appreciated how Vadim made room for real discussion. This is definitely a tour for those who want to go beyond the superficial and who want a cozy, small tour group.
Reviewed by: estelleo764, 06/13/2021 12:00:00 AM
Great tour with one of the most knowledgeable guides I have ever used. They also were very helpful in altering the tour to meet our interests and input. They also provided us with additional recommendations based on our interests including shopping, museums, restaurants and other sites. Highly recommend this tour company especially when you want to be educated while seeing the sights.
Reviewed by: William E, 08/20/2020 12:00:00 AM
You do not want to miss out on this tour, or any that Insight Cities, Prague provides. This was the introductory tour that my husband and I took on a honeymoon trip to Prague, CZ. It was well, organized, the tour leader was professional and knowledgeable. She met us exactly where planned and was waiting for us to share her insights into her beautiful City. I can not give better praise or recommendation, than to sign yourself up for this experience!
Reviewed by: 11travelstogether, 07/18/2020 12:00:00 AM
My wife and I had never been to Prague and what a wonderful choice we made in booking a tour with Vadim at Insight Cities! We were joined by another couple, and Vadim was just superb. He asked what particular things we might be interested in within the context of the Castle tour; inquired a bit as to each person's background; and then led us on a magical 3 hours through the Castle!
Vadim was of course extremely knowledgeable, more importantly he was attuned to making the experience for all four of us as rich and enjoyable as possible. His english was perfect, his sense of humor appropriate and enjoyable.
We took a shot and booked him; you should too, you will NEVER regret making this choice!
Reviewed by: Bpoc50, 10/26/2018 12:00:00 AM
