Walking Tour: Old Town & Jewish Quarter
Overview
We'll cover the history of the city from the 6th Century, with special emphasis on the Middle Ages, where tales abound, and many stories can be told in different ways. We'll also go through numerous historic characters, from Emperor Charles IV to the foundational religious reformer Jan Hus, to the celebrated writer Franz Kafka. So, please come along; there's a lot to tell.
This activity includes:
- Rudolfinum
- The House at the Black Madonna
- Old Town Square
- The Estates Theatre
- Prague Jewish Quarter
- Klementinum
- The Bethlehem Chapel
- Faculty of Arts
- Týnský dvůr - Ungelt
- Prague Astronomical Clock
- Staroměstská radnice
- Karolinum
- The Old-New Synagogue
- Spanish Synagogue
- History of Prague and some myths
- History of the Jewish people in Prague
- How to read the astronomical clock
- History of the Hussite Wars
- How to avoid tourist traps
- History of religion in the Czech lands
- Tips about Prague
On arrival
Please look for the guides with a red, blue, and white umbrella or a stick (slightly resembling a whip) made of willow branches decorated with strips of coloured paper or ribbon: this is called a Pomlazka in Czech.
The meeting point is located next to the Cartier shop in the Old Town Square. Staroměstské námesti. 5, 110 00 Staré Město.
You can access the meeting point via public transportation. The closest metro station is Staroměstská (Green line A) or the tram stop with the same name.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins (at 9:50) as the tour starts promptly at 10:00 AM.
Things to note
Please note that a "Free Walking Tour" refers to a leisurely walk around the city, without entering paid attractions. At the end of the tour, it will be you who, according to your degree of satisfaction, will decide what the value of our work is.
We recommend checking the weather before the tour and dressing accordingly based on the forecast. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a small bottle of water. You must visit the bathroom before meeting us at the meeting point, as it can be challenging to find a bathroom in the centre of Prague.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
