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Alchemy and Mysteries of Prague Castle Walking Tour
Prague, Czech Republic, Europe
$33.05
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
During this 3-hour night walking tour you will have the chance to see Prague Castle and its surroundings in quiet without the crowds. Hear how scientists and magicians were attracted to Bohemia during the unique reign of Rudolf II, and how alchemy, magic and astronomy have placed an important part in history. Enjoy the castle grounds and famous ‘Golden Lane’ as you avoid the daytime crowds and distractions, and as night falls enjoy the spectacular views the city has to offer from the largest castle complex in the world. This tour is a mixture of legends and historical facts, taking you to one of Prague’s most enchanting areas.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
English Tour
Public English Tour
Public English Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Small-group walking tour
- Professional English or German speaking guide
- No entry into interiors or buildings; exterior tour only.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Attention: the meeting point is in front of the house, Tynska 627/7, not Tynska ulička 627/8
Return details
next to the entry to the subway A line, or tram station
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Mcgee's Trips & TicketsThe tour begins in front of the building Tynska 627/7, Prague 1
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Staromestske namestiHear about Prague’s alchemists and their noble discipline.
- One of the most impressive Prague churches (pass by)
- Rococo building of National Gallery in Prague (pass by)
- One of the most important Czech monuments. Jan Hus became a symbol of dissidence and a symbol of strength against oppressive regimes. (pass by)
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Parizska StreetEnjoy the narative about the wasteful lifestyle at the glorious court of Rudolph II. Who financed the extravagant life full of luxury?
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The Old-New SynagogueHear the legend of Golem - one of the most famous Prague's legends and you should not leave Prague without hearing it.
- Pass by the most impressive part of Jewish Ghetto (pass by)
- See one of the original four faculties of Charles University in Prague and its historical building. (pass by)
- Neo-renaissance Czech culture center (pass by)
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Manesuv MostAdmire the Charles Bridge by twilight. Top astrologers were consulted by Charles IV. to make the bridge survive centuries. Enjoy the most beautiful panoramic view of Prague Castle, the best location to take a photo of the entire Prague Castle.
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Malostranske namestiTake a tram to the Prague Castle District.
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Tycho Brahe and Johannes KeplerHear the story of two famous astronomers Jan Kepler and Tycho Brahe. What brought them to Prague during the reign of Rudolf II? Was Tycho Brahe murdered?
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Strahovsky KlasterVisit the Strahov Monastery, the Library and a brewery where the monks were brewing “Holy beer” devoted to their patron St. Norbert. Listen to dark stories of the Devil´s bible and a stolen treasure by the Swedish army.
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Strahov Monastery BreweryThe 12th century monastic brewery. You can buy the “Holy beer”
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Cernin PalaceCurrent Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the history of the building. In front of the building is a place, supposedly the former gate to Hell - is it still accessible? Where are the roots of this legend?
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See the exterior of this pilgrimage destination with its precious treasure and listen to the legend of Santa Casa where baby Jesus was born.
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The oldest Capuchin monastery in the Czech Republic. The monastery was a thorn in the side of Prague´s Protestants from the start, including Tycho Brahe, whose observatory lay not far from the monastery. What happened next?
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Novy SvetSee the remainders of baroque ramparts and the only preserved timbered house in the historical part of Prague. Pass by the house where Tycho Brahe lived and worked in the year 1600.
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Prague CastleSee the monumental Prague Castle at night!
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Garden Na BasteGo and climb up to the centre and stand in the middle… It is possible to project one’s voice like never before.
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Mihulka Powder TowerIt is one of the most important buildings besides the Summer Palace for alchemists in Emperor Rudolf’s era.
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St. Vitus CathedralThe highlight of the tour - St. Vitus Cathedral and its construction that lasted 1000 years.
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St. George's BasilicaThe basilica is the final resting place of St. Ludmila, one of the first Christian martyrs in Bohemia.
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Golden LaneSee the Golden Lane with its picturesque houses, painted in bright colours, without tourists! Hear the legends of alchemists or famous prisoners residing in here.
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DaliborkaHere we can see the late gothic tower, and it’s called Daliborka. It was built as a prison. According to legend, there was once imprisoned a knight named Dalibor of Kozojedy who had revolted against serfdom.
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Walk through the oldest vineyards in Prague that was reputedly cultivated by the patron saint of the Czech nation, Duke Wenceslas. The area is exceptional because it is a piece of land in the middle of the city that has been preserved in its original appearance.
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Alchemy and Mysteries of Prague Castle Walking Tour
Prague, Czech Republic, Europe
$33.05
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!