Prague Hidden Gems Walking Tour

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True baroque pearl in the Old Town - Church of St. James — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This guided 3-hour walking tour will show you Prague's fascinating hidden sights located in back alleys and away from the busy areas of the city. Get to know gorgeous churches, cubist architecture and the former seat of Bohemian kings and learn interesting facts about the centuries-old buildings and sights you'll pass on this hidden gems walking tour through Prague.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Explore Prague

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Youth (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Staromestske namesti

15 min

Meet your guide at the Old Town Square, where you'll get a brief introduction into your tour as well as Prague's overall history.
Church of St. James

7 min

After a short walk you'll visit one of the most amazing churches in the Old Town - the Church of St. James the Greater. Your guide will introduce you into its history and walk you through its interiors.
House of the Black Madonna

5 min

You'll explore with your guide different styles of architecture - such as cubism, unique to Prague and Czech Republic only. Learn the story of the most famous cubist house in the city center - the House of a Black Madonna.
Wenceslas Square

10 min

Wenceslas Square has always been a palce where important events in our history happened. Your guide will briefly walk you through its most famous stories of 20th century.
Church of Our Lady of the Snows

10 min

It may not seem like it, but this church was originally intended to become of the the greatest churches in Centra Europe. Wondering why? Your guide will tell you its fascinating story...
Franciscan Garden

Passing by

As we leave the church we'll walk through a little hidden gem off the beaten path - a quiet getaway for locals seeking an escape from busy downtown life. That's exactly what Franciscan garden is.
Stop 7

10 min

Vodičkova street is nowadays a mixture of interesting architecture, you just have to know where to look at. Your guide will point out the most interesting buildings as you walk through.
Karlovo namesti

20 min

Karlovo náměstí used to be one of the biggest squares in the world. Your guide will explain you its history from foundation till present day. Also, did you know, that there used to be another Astronomical Clock in Prague, besides the one at the Old Town Square? Your guide will tell you why and where!
Emmaus Monastery

20 min Admission included

Emmaus Monastery is a true hidden gem. First of all, it's one of the oldest monasteries in Prague. Financed by the emperor himself, it could afford amazing interiors richly decorated by frescoes, many of which survived till this day. Even though it was seriously hit by the events of 20th century, it still belongs to one of the most interesting sights of Prague.
Vysehrad National Cultural Monument

20 min

At last you'll walk up the Vyšehrad Castle - former seat of Czech kings in early medieval ages and learn about its important role in Prague's defense system. Tour ends here at the view point over the river.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Information Center on Old Town Square in Central Prague. The Information Center is located in the Red building next to the Astronomical Clock. Your guide will be holding a lime green umbrella.