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Jewish History and Old Town Walking Tour

FromCZK 42
3 hours
Prague, Czech Republic

About this activity

Delve into Prague's rich Jewish heritage and explore the historic Old Town on this private walking tour, featuring visits to the Jewish Quarter, Spanish Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery, and the iconic Old Town Square with its Astronomical Clock.

Highlights

  • Explore Prague's historic Jewish Quarter
  • Visit the Spanish Synagogue's stunning architecture
  • Discover the Old Jewish Cemetery's rich history
  • Stroll through the vibrant Old Town Square
  • See the intricate Prague Astronomical Clock

Full description

Immerse yourself in Prague's rich Jewish heritage and explore the historic Old Town on this private walking tour. Visit the Jewish Quarter, home to the Spanish Synagogue with its stunning Moorish architecture, and the Old Jewish Cemetery, one of the oldest surviving Jewish burial grounds in Europe. Wander through the vibrant Old Town Square, where you'll encounter the iconic Prague Astronomical Clock, a masterpiece of medieval engineering. This tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and architecture, providing an insightful glimpse into Prague's diverse past.

Included / Excluded

  • Private guided tour of Prague's Jewish Quarter
  • Visit to the Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock
  • Exploration of the Spanish Synagogue and Old Jewish Cemetery
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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Explore the Jewish quarter of Prague. As you head to the old Jewish Quarter, once the largest Jewish settlement in Europe, you learn about turbulent history of the Jewish people in the Czech lands. The Prague Jewish Quarter with its six historical synagogues, a Jewish Town Hall, magical Old Jewish Cemetery and the unique genius loci is one of the best preserved in the world. Admire an imposing frontage of the Old New Synagogue - the oldest extant synagogue in the whole of Europe – according to one of the legends the resting place of the legendary Golem, the predecessor of Frankenstein’s monster. Walk in the footsteps of Franz Kafka and feel the environment which had shaped this writer who is regarded as one of the most influential authors of 20th century. Your guide will unveil some of Jewish Town’s old stories and legends connected to this specific part of old Prague.

Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Historical part of the Prague including Old Town Square, Astronomical clock and much more. Continue to the Old Town Square, an old marketplace, originally built in the 11th century. It is only here where the true heart of Prague beats - on the most beautiful square in Prague, dominated by the splendid gothic Church of Our Lady Before Týn, monumental Church of St. Nicholas and the Old Town Hall. As the hour approaches, you get to see one of the Prague's highlights – the famous medieval Prague Astronomical Clock - which has been measuring time for more than six centuries. Our guide leads you through winding medieval streets, lined with pictoresque buildings and churches and lets you taste some more of countless sights and monuments of the Old Town, be it Mozart’s favourite Estates Theatre, Carolinum, the medieval university seat or the jewel of cubist architecture – House at the Black Madonna.

Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in English; please ensure you understand the language.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow the guide's instructions.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking on cobblestone streets.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day's conditions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Great Introduction to Prague

We took this tour earlier this month during our first full day in Prague. Our tour guide Anna was excellent. We were able to see the Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, and highlights of the Jewish Quarter. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a quick introduction to the Old Town area of Prague.

William_CApr 15, 2026VIATOR

Jewish tour of Prague

Martin was a great guide. He took us off the beaten track because we asked him to go inside the synagogues. He was so knowledgeable about the temples and the surrounding area. We had been to old town yesterday and didn’t need to go again. Martin is exceptional as a guide!!!

AljfromheadtotoeOct 6, 2025VIATOR

Excellent Tour of Prague

The tour was very thorough and we walked all the way to the palaces Anna walked us to show us where trams were and was very helpful with locations of other historical areas. We loved it and would encourage anyone to attend.

Lauren_BJun 28, 2025VIATOR
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