This is Prague Castle in the most time efficient way!
Meet your local friendly guide and hear the story that spans over thousand years. From the tribal foundations and medieval fortification, through the age of imperial city, world wars and communism dark age, all the way to the so-called Velvet revolution and today’s governmental democracy. This walk aims to provide you with a historical context and a tailor-made source of information.
The route includes such high-profile sights as the Saint Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace and more, features famous figures like Charles IV., Vaclav Havel, Rudolf II., Franz Kafka and others.
Navigate the expansive castle complex efficiently with our „best of“ tour, focusing on the castle GROUNDS & EXTERIORS. This ensures you make the most of your time without dedicating 3-4 hours to explore the entire castle.
*Our afternoon start time allows us to sidestep the largest crowds and avoid frustrating lines at the entrance.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. To enter the castle grounds, there is no entrance fee. We will pass through the security gate.. This is a guided tour inside the castle grounds and only covers exteriors. You are able to see the exterior of buildings and the palace grounds. For the entrance to the buildings, you can purchase OPTIONAL circuit B tickets and spend another 1-3 hours in the Castle after we finish this tour. Our tour is designed to provide you with the orientation and historical overview.. When not closed due to special occasions, you WILL enter the cathedral and be able to see its interior from the entrance hall area.. Circuit B tickets needed to visit selected interiors are possible to purchase inside the castle.. For parents with babies and little kids: please use a carrier rather than a stroller.
We are located in Mala Strana historical district of Prague. The address is Mostecka 53/4. You will find us in the Charles Bridge Economic Hostel’s Tourist info office just 20 meters from bridge tower. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start, as the guide can only wait five extra minutes. (!)