Prague City Highlights Tour: Architecture Overview with Traditional Czech Lunch
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Immerse yourself in the stunning architecture of Prague on this 5-hour tour. Explore historical landmarks, enjoy a traditional Czech lunch, and gain insider knowledge from a local guide.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Obecní Dům - We will meet at the entrance of the Municipal House. This Art Nouveau building was opened in 1912 and deemed a building “built by Czechs, for Czechs”. It houses the famous Smetana Concert Hall as well as a number of wonderful restaurants and wine bars. Most importantly it was the location of Czechoslovakia’s declaration of Independence.
- Prašná brána - A gothic tower at the outskirts of the Old Town, one of the original city gates.
- Church of Our Lady before Tyn - A beautiful church that inspired Disney in the making of Cinderella’s Palace.
- Old Town Square - The main historical plaza in the Old Town Of Prague and the home of the Astronomical Clock.
- Jan Hus Monument - A stately monument of one of our national heroes in the middle of the Old Town Square.
- Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock - The Old Town Hall, adorned by the Astronomical Clock, dominates the central plaza in the Old Town.
- Prague Astronomical Clock - The oldest still-working astronomical clock in the world.
- Jewish Museum in Prague - One of the most picturesque neighbourhoods in Prague, the Jewish Quarter comprises many beautiful synagogues, monuments and interesting architecture.
- Charles Bridge - We’ll cross to the other side of the Vltava River by the second oldest bridge in the country, the magnificent Charles Bridge with beautiful views of the city.
- John Lennon Wall - A famous street art spot with colourful peace-themed graffiti.
- Mala Strana (Little Quarter) - Let’s continue our walk in the oldest area of Prague, the Lesser Town also called the “Little Quarter.” This historic neighbourhood consists of a maze of narrow alleyways and picturesque architecture from the Baroque period.
- St Nicholas Church - A baroque church in the Lesser Town of Prague deemed one of the most beautiful churches in the country.
- Prague Castle - The largest castle complex in the world with a breath-taking cathedral and spacious royal gardens.
- St. Vitus Cathedral - We’ll peak into the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral on the Castle premises.
What's Included
- Local treat at a secret caf
- Tram ticket included (if required)
- Personalized recommendation map
- English-speaking local guide
- PRIVATE TOUR: Accommodation pick-up & drop-off
- Czech lunch at a historic restaurant (vegetarian options)
What's Not Included
- Optional 45-minute river cruise (30 EUR/adult, 20 EUR/child)
- Additional drinks at lunch
- Tip or gratuity for your guide
Additional Information
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Embark on a 5-hour exploration of Prague’s architectural masterpieces and acquire a comprehensive understanding of the city through the insights shared by our well-informed guide
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Explore all the essential historical landmarks (including Prague Castle with St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Town Square with Astronomical Clock, Power Tower, Municipal House, and the Church of St. Nicolas) along with a few hidden gems we love
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Frame the city’s beauty like a professional photographer from the iconic Charles Bridge offering stunning city views
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Gain insights into the local traditions and customs from someone who calls Prague home
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Indulge in a traditional Czech feast at a storied restaurant dating back to the 13th century (with vegetarian options at disposal)
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Immerse yourself in the friendly, intimate ambiance of Prague in a small group of utmost 12 people (private tours also available)
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Arm yourself with the knowledge to identify touristy exploits and venture forward in your exploration journey graced with a list of helpful tips and suggestions
Note: Fancy a 45-minute scenic boat ride on the Vltava River? Just give us a heads up!
- Our tours run rain or shine. Come prepared with an umbrella if needed.
- Do wear shoes that can handle Prague’s famous cobblestones.
- We walk quite a bit, please book a private tour option if you have mobility issues.
- Please email us your food allergies/dietary restrictions in advance at [email protected]
- Would you like to add a 45-minute boat cruise to your tour? Email us in advance.
- Max. 12 participants for the small group tour option.
- If you have mobility issues we recommend booking a private tour with a car and a driver. For details and price options, please email or call us.
Location
Hybernia Theatre
Náměstí Republiky
Meet your guide in front of the main entrance to the MUNICIPAL HOUSE (OBECNÍ DŮM) at Namesti Republiky 3/4 – across the street from Hybernia Theatre, right under the huge balcony. They'll have a "PRAGUE CITY ADVENTURES" sign.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Marie_s
May 14, 2024
Our guide Sasha was... - Our guide Sasha was awesome. It was well organized. He went above and beyond in his duties. It is a beautiful city.
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Patriciard8220vl
May 10, 2024
Take this tour! - Fantastic! Our guide Jiri was great. We learned so much. Lots of walking and a delicious lunch with local beer. jiri’s humor and knowledge was extensive. Highly recommend.
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Lindsayc146
Apr 19, 2024
Walk the city and enjoy the day! - We had a wonderful city tour with Mark! He met us in our hotel lobby right on time, and we had a full day of walking, history, and food. We started at the Prašná brána and ended within a block of our hotel. We went to the Old Town Square, Franciscan Gardens, Prague Castle, and walked Charles Bridge, just to name a few. Nothing felt rushed, and he spent time explaining the unique history of Prague/Czech Republic. He is very knowledgable about the area, and he was fun to be with. I liked how much ground we covered walking the city, and I especially loved visiting his friend’s art studio! The tour is definitely worth it, and it was money well spent.
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Coastal13743292889
Apr 14, 2024
Awesome tour with Pavla. !!!! - We really enjoyed this tour with Pavla Cervinkova !!
She grew up in Prague and really gave us the authentic information about the city.
It was great getting all the information directly from a person who grew up in the area. She certainly knows her Country's history, culture , music etc. !!
The 5 hours went by so fast ! We saw all the major sites and many other sites that only a true local would know.
Was also a pleasure to enjoy an awesome lunch with her and learn even more about Prague 's history and its culture.
She is also very pleasant, fun and super friendly.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. !!!!!
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Normanml5157hy
Apr 3, 2024
Great tailormade tour of Prague with Pavla Červinková - Pavla provided a great tailormade tour of central Prague. She had taken on board the specific things I wanted to see/hear about - such as antique shops
Pavla had also booked a table for us to have lunch in a restaurant I really wanted to try (but hadn't been able to get into previous days)!
Pavla was great at answering my questions throughout the tour, and offered some nice insights into the city, so it felt like a proper personalised tour.
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Flyer32908916479
Mar 19, 2024
The best introduction to Prague! - I could not have asked for a better introduction to Prague! Though Mark is not a native of Prague, he could not love or know the city any less than someone that has spent their life here. We took it all in -- at my pace -- and I felt like I got the most comprehensive tour of the city possible. We walked the old town in the morning, then stopped at a local coffee shop and chatted among the locals, later having a classic Czech lunch at a popular restaurant. We needed it because we then walked the grounds of the castle and surrounding neighborhoods, did a bit of shopping and ended the tour a the top of the hour with the chiming of the famous Orlog astrological clock. Mark was an excellent guide!
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I1307hkgabrielab
Mar 6, 2024
Prague and its passionate history - learning about Prague's history made me connect with this city in an even more impressive way, and I just hope to be back soon.
mark was the best guide we could have had. he was really patient from beginning to the end, because my mother doesn't speak English, so he waited for me to translate every time. he explained the details of Prague in a very passionate way, which made us fall in love with the city even more. thank you, mark. wishing you the best!
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Greensboroguy
Mar 4, 2024
Day 1 Introduction Tour! - This is a great introduction to the city to help you determine some of the sites you want to spend more time touring/visiting. It was also interesting and helpful to better understand the history of Prague and Czechia. Mark was our guide and he did a great job!
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Geraldene_f
Feb 28, 2024
Great introduction to Prague. - Tereza was brilliant. Loved seeing the amazing architecture and learning about the history of Prague. The tram ride to the Prague Castle was fun and seeing the changing of the guards. Lunch was excellent. Time flew. Didn't even mind the cold and drizzle! Recommend as much as possible!
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M4273prcarolp
Apr 27, 2024
Good Tour, Great Food; Information a Bit Disjointed - The walking tour of Prague was good. The city is lovely, with so many gorgeous buildings rich with history. It's like walking in an art museum! Mark was a knowledgeable guide, with a lot of very detailed information about the places we saw: Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, the Jewish Quarter, Castle Gardens and St. Vitus Church. He was able to answer questions and seems to really love the city. A plus is that he's American, so there are no language barriers in that regard.
Lunch was fantastic! Loved the goulash and beetroot salad!
Other thoughts: while we got an enormous amount of information, it was a hard to fit the details into a logical flow because contextual information wasn't delivered upfront and in chronological order. I'm a very left-brain, connect-the-dots processor of information. Mark and my husband have a more creative, right-brain approach. They seemed to follow one another's conversation easily, but the delivery felt disjointed to me. On occasion, Mark seemed to misunderstand my comments as well, so the disconnect was likely in both directions.
For other left-brain travelers, it would be helpful to deliver an overview of the history of the city first, clumping periods into chronological order with key names and dates associated with each. That way, when the tour arrives at each stop, you can reference the relevant overview information to give a quick context for the specific details to be presented at the location.
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