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Prague Free Walking Tour – Old Town and Jewish Quarter

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Prague is a city filled with history, its magical streets and alleys containing some of Europe’s most iconic landmarks. Cobblestone streets lead the way to some of the most beautiful and fascinating churches, monuments and much much more.

There is so much to see and even more to learn. And no better way to start than by joining our Free Walking tour! We introduce you to this fascinating city so you can discover all of Prague’s wonders.

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• Prague’s Old Town Square
• Churches of Tyn and St. Nicholas
• Defenestrations of Prague
• Astronomical Clock
• Charles University
• The Estates theater
• Powder Tower
• Franz Kafka 
• Spanish Synagogue
• Jewish Cemetery
• Old-New Synagogue
• And much more…

We start our Free Walking tour in the heart of Prague’s Old Town, in front of the Rudolfinum building. We include the most famous attractions within the Old Town Square, such as the complex engineering marvel that is the Astronomical Clock , which has astounded visitors for over 600 years. We will then explore the streets of the Old Town, visiting Charles’ University , the oldest university in Central Europe, and the Estates Theatre , which welcomed Mozart.

Our tour will continue to the Jewish Quarter , one of the most important in Europe. Learning about Franz Kafka life and the history of the Jewish community of Prague, we visit landmarks such as the Jewish Cemetery and the Old-New Synagogue.

Plenty of other stories, legends and hidden gems will be part of our Prague free walking tour. Come join us, and share with us the exhilarating experience of the city of the hundred spires!

Accessible by stroller or wheelchair and, of course, the youngest (and furriest) members of the family are welcome too.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Bookings of over 8 people (or multiple bookings amounting to over 8) are not accepted on our free tours. Please contact us via email at [email protected] to organise your tour with us. We look forward to welcoming you.

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Free Walking Tour of Prague

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is well worth its fame for being one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We invite you to get to know it with our interesting and fun Free Walking Tour of Prague .

Tour description

During our Prague Free Walking Tour we will visit the Old Town , New Town and Jewish Quarter , 3 of the UNESCO areas of the city, where you can find some of the most important monuments, such as the Astronomical Clock and more…

We will start our journey at what is now the modern center of Prague, Wenceslas Square , a place that started as a medieval horse market under the iconic patron saint of the Czech lands, Charles the IV.

From the New to the Old Town, where the meandering alleys will lead us to the 15th century Astronomical Clock and the Old Town Square , the city’s heart graced by the splendid Renaissance and Baroque façades of former Burghers’ houses, as well as by the majestic Church of our Lady before Tyn .

Furthermore, we will visit the Josefov quarter , the old Jewish ghetto, where we will talk about synagogues and the old Jewish cemetery . We will pass the Republic Square where we´ll see the Powder Tower , the historical gate to the Old Town and starting point of the Royal Route. Also we will see the Estates theater where Mozart held the premier of Don Giovanni.

Our free walking tour was designed to provide an introduction and give you a general idea about the city of Prague, its most famous personalities and historical events.

In our tour we will visit:

• Astronomical Clock
• Old Town Square
• Church of Our Lady Before Tyn
• Jewish Quarter
• Old Jewish Cemetery
• The Rudolfinum
• The Powder Tower
• the Estates theatre

and lots more…

Tip based tour We share our knowledge and you set the price. T ip your guide depending on how much you enjoyed the tour and your budget. Book now !

2.5 hours including break time.

Where and when

Our Free Tour starts everyday at 10.30 am. The meeting point is at 832/19 Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí 832/19), next to a Sephora shop ( See map ).  You can recognise our guides by the pink identification.

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We recommend that you book to ensure your place for the agreed time and day. Places are limited!

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Join us for a highly entertaining tour of Prague’s Old Town, New Town, and Jewish Quarter. We promise a spellbinding crash course of the history, architecture, legends, and peculiarities of Prague and the Czech people.

What you will do, what's included.

• Astronomical Clock
• Old Town Square
• Church of our Lady Before Týn
• St. Nicholas Church
• Rudolfinum / Czech Philharmony
• Charles Bridge
• Jewish Quarter
• Old Jewish Cemetery
• Pinkas Synagogue / Memorial for the Jewish Victims of the Holocaust from the Czech lands.
• And much, much more!
• Duration: approximately 3 hrs from start to finish

Why is it called Free Tour? Because it’s free. If you book this tour (or just show up at the meeting point without a booking) we won’t charge you. This tour is tips-based only

• The Free Tour is designed for small groups of people,  for groups of 9 or more please email us at: [email protected] 

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Free Tour of Prague

Book the original Prague free walking tour and visit many of the city's highlights with a local guide

ABOUT THE Free Tour of Prague

This 3-hour Prague free walking tour will show you many of the top attractions in the city. Local experts will take you to must-see spots such as the Rudolfinum, the old Jewish Quarter and the Astronomical Clock. Explore the historic Prague streets with the help of an expert local guide.

Your Prague Free Tour meets in front of the Cartier store and the Czech tourism office on Old Town Square and finishes at Jan Palach Square. Join us on this introduction to Prague, a great way to orientate yourself in the city and at a price to suit everybody’s budget.  We never cancel; tours run rain, hail or shine.

One of Europe's most picturesque cities

Strolling through the streets of Prague shows you that this is surely one of Europe's most beautiful cities. As your expert local guide takes you to see top Prague landmarks like the Rudolfinum, the Astronomical Clock and stunning views of Prague Castle (check out our Castle Tour ) you and your camera will fall in love with Prague.

A rich and fascinating history

Prague is not just beautiful though - it's fascinating. As this walking tour takes you past must-see Prague sites like Wenceslas Square, the Jewish cemetery and the site of the WWII Prague uprising, your expert guide will take you through Prague's fascinating Bohemian history, before giving you a more modern overview of the dark days of Nazi occupation, including the people's uprising and the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich. You'll also hear about the more recent history of life behind the Iron Curtain in the Cold War-era, as well as the fall of the communist state with the 1989 Velvet Revolution.

Free Tour concept

The tips-based model of the Free Tour allows guests to support and reward only the highest quality tours, and to ensure that the tour fits within their expectations, and within their budget.

The Prague Free Tour starts at the Old Town Square in front of the Cartier shop and Czech tourism office centre (on the corner of Pařížská and Dlouhá street)

• Marvel at the Astronomical Clock that stands on the corner of the Old Town Square
• Spot the Black Madonna on the Museum of Cubism
• See the iconic spires of the Church of Our Lady before Týn
• Enjoy a view of the Prague Castle
• See the Rudolfinum that was once the seat of Czechoslovak parliament
• Explore the former Jewish Quarter, Josefov
• Learn about the Prague Uprising in WWII
• Snap a picture of the original city gate, the Powder Tower

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• Gratuities for the guide (optional)
• Our business is connecting great guides and smart travelers, and we're proud that so many local guides employ us to welcome travelers like you on their journey through some of the world's best cities. No two tours are alike, and the sites, stories, and length of the tour will vary depending on what your freelance guide decides is best. That's why the tours we promote never get stale or feel scripted, and why both independent guides and savvy travelers prefer SANDEMANs
• There are a lot of people offering free tours on Prague's Old Town Square, and we can't guarantee the quality and accuracy of other providers, so be sure you are joining the original SANDEMANs FREE Tour
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Free Walking Tour with Karel

I do these tours in every city I am in that has one. They are a great way to get to know the city and its history. Karel was a great tour guide. He answered all our questions and provided extensive and detailed descriptions of every place he took us to. He even answered questions that we had regarding the Czech language, conversed with us about the area and made the tour interactive and fun. It's about 4 hours in total and we stopped for 30 minutes for a beer break. Wear good shoes and be prepared to learn.

Walking tour with Neil

Absolutely wonderful, Neil is very knowledgeable and great at telling stories. He gave us some good tips, where to eat and things to see and a lot of interesting stories about the city. Totally recommended.

My 12-Year Old LOVED it! Andy kept her entertained with funny stories that she's spent all afternoon repeating to her brother. Thanks, Andy, for making Prague history come alive. This was our first walking tour, and we'll definitely be looking for Sandemans on our next trip.

Great walking tour with Ian

Funny, informative, amazing, diverse, interesting... and there would be so many more adjectives to describe the incredible walking tour with Ian! He not only showed us how to speak Czech but told us a lot about Czech history which was super interesting. 

The free walking tours by Sandemans are always great, in every city I've tried them. The one in Prague by Matt was no exception: entertaining, interesting and instructive. A great way to start getting to know a new city!

Katerina is the best tour guide

Had an unbeatable time today touring Prague with Katerina as our guide. Think we must have had the best tour guide easily! So helpful and informative throughout the 3 hour tour. Couldn’t recommend any higher. Thank you so much!

Sandeman’s walking tour in Prague

Neil provided a thorough explanation of the history sights and lifestyle of Prague in a personal and humorous manner during his 3 Hr tour. Highly recommended.

What is a Free Tour?

The Free Tour is the best introduction to Prague! A general overview tour including many of the highlights of the city, the Free Tour usually lasts around 3 hours and is provided by a local freelance guide in partnership with SANDEMANs NEW Europe, so tour content can vary depending on your guide’s particular area of interest and expertise.

The Free Tour is a walking tour with no need for public transport and is designed for independent travellers, not groups. You can book your spot in advance online or simply show up at the start point on the day. There is no payment necessary at the start of the tour but you are welcome to tip your guide at the end!

We believe in supporting local communities and are committed to giving a voice to some of Prague's best local freelance tour guides, who passionately share the city's history and culture with their own unique and always-entertaining style. They'll never pressure you to tip; we believe that, if money is given, it should be voluntary and in direct proportion to the quality of the tour and the budget of the traveller.

Why join the SANDEMANs FREE Tour?

• The route covers many of Prague's major landmarks
• The meeting point is centrally located in the Old Town Square
• The Free Tour is guaranteed to fit within your budget
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Prague's essential free tour: old town + jewish quarter.

Verneus Prague is a company of young entrepreneurs, created by guides and aimed at offering the best tours in the city. Thousands of travellers have enjoyed our tours in Prague and other European cities, we invite you to check the quality of our Free Tours by yourself.

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IMPORTANT: Professional, Native English-speaking guides run this Free Tour. Accessible by stroller or wheelchair and, of course, the youngest (and furriest) members of the family are welcome too  ✌ Want to learn more about this fascinating city? Then put aside the travel guide and join us in one of the most enchanting cities in the world! Walk through Prague's beautiful streets and enjoy learning about its history. In this tour we will visit all the central parts of Prague; the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter. What points of interest will we see? - Old Town Square - The Astronomical Clock - Charles University - The Estates Theater - Powder Tower - Jewish Quarter - Kafka statue - Old Jewish Cemetery - Old New Synagogue All this in ONLY 2.5 hours!! 1,000s of travellers have already taken our tours, we are looking forward to welcoming you too :) ❤️ Discover Prague with us! Don't forget to also book the Free Tour: Prague Castle & Charles Bridge (Link below).

What will we visit on this tour?

You can find us in front of the Rudolfinum building, we are waiting for you with the WHITE and GREEN umbrellas.

• 1 Outside visit Rudolfinum
• 2 Outside visit Old Town Square
• 3 Outside visit Jan Hus monument Show 9 more stops
• 4 Outside visit Stone Bell House
• 5 Outside visit Prague Astronomical Clock
• 6 Outside visit karlova university
• 7 Outside visit Estates Theatre
• 8 Outside visit Powder Gate
• 9 Outside visit Kafka Monument
• 10 Outside visit Spanish Synagogue
• 11 Outside visit Old New Synagogue
• 12 Outside visit Old Jewish Cemetery

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Free tours do not have a set price , instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Excelente la guía. Contando la historia de esta hermosa ciudad

Nos encantó el tour con Lara, muy simpática y muy clara al explicarnos cada uno de los puntos de interés, hizo que todo el trayecto fuera muy ameno. Se merece muchos aplausos.

La ciudad y Lara nos han encantado. Tiene un profundo conocimiento de la ciudad y de la historia del país. Realiza el tour de manera muy amena, se nota que la encanta su profesión.

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Join the best-rated prague free walking tours both in the historical center and off the beaten path., free  prague walking tour.

FREE WALKING TOUR PRAGUE is a   locally owned and operated company made of passionate tour guides eager to show you the best of the Czech capital. The company was initially founded in 2016 by Michal and currently includes also Chris, Amanda, Lana, Iva, Tony... and many other excellent guides. Each of us have a different unique style and sense of humour. We are all professional guides, with years of experience , which makes us very knowledgeable and ready to answer any questions!

We offer best-rated free walking tours both in the historical center and off the beaten path. Our daIly free tours of Prague Old Town and from Charles Bridge to Prague Castle are conceived to introduce you to the most important sites and stories of the “city of a hundred spires”. The weekly free Prague New Town tour deepens the experience and our seasonal alternative free tours, like the Prague Zizkov tour , allow you to discover Prague known only to locals.

From the thousands of reviews on Trip Advisor, Google and Facebook we know that our tours in Prague are considered to be informative, riveting and fun. We do care about the satisfaction of our guests and promise that joining us for a tour will make your stay in our city unforgettable.

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Prague New Town Free Walking Tour

Overview of the tour in Prague

Join us for a 2.5-hour free tour of Prague's historical and artistic New Town! Meet your guide by the "Horse" at Wenceslas Square and learn more about this fascinating place and the dramatic events in the 20th century. Have a relaxing walk surrounded by pearls of such architectural styles as Neo-Renaissance, Art-Nouveau, or Socialist Realism. Pass through a charming hidden garden and little-known passages and feel amazed by the controversial modern art and unusual landmarks. Learn more about the National Theatre, Dancing House, or the church of Ss. Cyril and Methodius host the National Monument to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror. The tour ends at Jungmann Square, which is very close to Wenceslas Square, where the tour starts. Price: pay-what-you-wish. If you can afford it and enjoy the tour, we recommend the equivalent of 8–15 euros per person as a tip. Please note: We only accept reservations for individual groups of up to 6 participants. Combinations exceeding this limit (e.g., 3+4, 4+5, 6+1, etc.) are prohibited.

This activity includes:

• Wenceslas Square Hotel
• Charles Bridge
• Statue of Saint Wenceslas

Meeting point

Statue of Saint Wenceslas, Wenceslas Square

Meeting point: Statue of Saint Wenceslas, Wenceslas Square. We will be waiting by the statue with a green umbrella in hand. The statue is located 10 meters away from the "red" metro station Muzeum.

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1. Price of the tour: Name-your-own-price. You will be free to decide the price yourself. Part of that will go to cover our marketing and operational costs

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Self-Guided Walking Tour of Prague

Old town, jewish quarter, and charles bridge.

The tour starts at Powder Tower and ends at John Lennon Wall.

This is the only free tour in Prague that covers all the main sights of Prague's historical center in 3 hours.

You will learn what the name Prague means, when and how was the Astronomical clock created, and why Rock'n'Roll saved Czechoslovakia from Communism.

We will start in front of the medieval city gate known as the Powder Tower, then visit the haunted church of St. James, and go see the Astronomical Clock and the Old Town Square. 

To feel like true Praguers, we will take a break in one of the cafes in the Old City.

After that, we will enter the Jewish Quarter, cross Charles Bridge, and finish at the John Lennon Wall.

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Our groups are a maximum  of 25 people per tour guide .

That way you can hear your guide well, see more things on the way, and have more opportunities to ask questions.

All of our guides are LICENSED professionals with a Czech sense of humor, which we hope you will like!

We are looking forward to seeing you on our FREE TOUR!

SIGHTS WE COVER:

• Powder Tower
• Municipal House
• House of the Black Madonna
• Charles university
• The Estates Theatre
• Church of St. James
• Old Town Square
• Astronomical Clock
• Jan Hus Monument
• The Jewish Quarter
• Franz Kafka Statue
• Charles Bridge
• St. John of Nepomuk Statue
• Johannes Keplers house
• John Lennon Wall

COST:  This tour operates on the pay-what-you-wish model.

WHAT IS THE (OPTIONAL) BOOKING FEE FOR?

Due to the nature of the pay-what-you-like model, it is often very difficult for operators to know how many people with bookings will in actuality show up to a tour.

The booking fee is used to guarantee a spot on the tour.

100 Spires City Tours uses the number of guests who have paid the booking fee to gauge the number of independent, free-lance tour guides to offer to lead any one particular tour, and in order to maintain small group sizes.

While a partner company's intention is to accommodate all guests, those with a guaranteed booking will be given priority, in the event of a tour guide shortage or other unforeseen occurrences.

The booking fee is used by the organization to offset the costs of organizing the tours, including reservation system fees, city taxes, and the costs of providing general customer service.

The fee is refundable in full if you cancel within 24 hours of the start of a tour.

This post covers the interesting things to see and do in Prague's Old Town district, formatted as a walking tour.

The walk is just over a kilometer - or a little less than a mile. 

If you're looking for guided tours of Prague, check out our post listing free walking tours . 

What is the Old Town?

Old Town is the picturesque historical center of Prague, covered in cobblestone streets, interesting architecture, and the city's most well-known landmarks.

You'll find layers of history and change all throughout Old Town, as Gothic buildings change toward Renaissance and Art Nouveau.

Even the famous Astronomical Clock has multiple numerals and symbols for telling time throughout the centuries!

Alternatively, you may also want to consider a self-guided exploration game that allows you to learn about Old Town Prague while attempting to solve a mystery!

HOW TO GET HERE

Our starting point is the Powder Tower, located at 5 Náměstí Republiky ( use this map ), right where Old Town and New Town meet.

It’s along the busy Na Prikope Street, so there are lots of ways to reach this spot by public transit.

The closest metro stations are Náměstí Republiky (Line B) and Můstek (Lines A, B)

Trams #6, #8, and #26 also stop at Náměstí Republiky. Trams #9 and #5 stop at Jindřišská.

There is an easy walk from the train stations Hlavní Nádraží and Masarykovo Nádraží to the tower as well.

THINGS TO SEE IN OLD TOWN PRAGUE

Below are 20 things to see or do in Old Town Prague. We've written it in geographical order so that you can also use this as a self-guided map. 

Click the image for a larger interactive map.

Our tour begins from the Powder Tower and ends at the Charles Bridge and includes stops in the Old Town Square and the Old Jewish Quarter.

The route is roughly 1 km (1.6 miles) and should take you between 60-90 min (unless you make extended stops).

TIP: We also offer a GPS-led audio tour of Old Town Prague and the Jewish Quarter (€1.99) that is more detailed than the content below.

Here's a sample.

There is no schedule (take this tour anytime you wish).

• Purchase an  audio tour from our Booking Page (scroll down to Prague).
• You’ll receive a confirmation email with a .pdf, Google Map link, and audio tour.
• Enjoy the tour(s).

1. Powder Tower

nám. Republiky 5, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

The Powder Tower is the current and historic entrance to Old Town Prague, which was built in 1475. 

The Gothic structure is one of the original gates in the wall that used to divide Old Town from New Town.

Coronation processions would start here and cross the Charles Bridge before continuing toward Prague Castle. 

If you want to climb the Powder Tower, 100 CZK gets you a ticket, sold one floor up, to see a view of the differences between Old Town and New Town. 

• Price: 100 CZK
• Hours: 10:00 am - 20:00
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TIP: 2 walking tour companies start their free tours of Old Town from Powder Tower. Tours depart daily at 10:30 am, 11:00 am, and 15:30 (3:30 pm).

2. Municipal House

The Municipal House is connected to the Powder Tower, though their architectural styles are very different. 

There’s a concert hall inside, and if you’re a fan of Art Nouveau, it is a must-see. The rest of the building is accessible by booking a tour, available in multiple languages. 

• Price: 290 CZK
• Hours: 10:00 am - 20:00 
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TIP : You can even have a 3-course dinner in the Municipal House !

3. Casa Cubista / House at the Black Madonna

Ovocný trh 19, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

The House at the Black Madonna is an example of Cubist architecture – a style better known to many in painting than in design, but this building offers Cubism inside and out. 

There aren’t many buildings of this kind in Old Town, but it was on the cutting edge, architecturally, of its time.

The Black Madonna statue is a remnant of the Baroque building that once stood on this corner.

The gallery space here is operated by the Museum of Decorative Arts.

• Price: 150 CZK
• Hours: 10:00 am - 18:00 from Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 am - 19:00 on Tuesdays
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TIP : You can learn more about Cubist and Art Nouveau architecture on this tour .

4. Estates Theater

Železná, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

The Estates Theater is most famous for its connection with Mozart, who personally conducted the premiere of his opera Don Giovanni here.

Today, the Estates is part of the Czech Republic’s National Theater, which hosts performances daily .

You can find theater, ballet, and opera, with a focus on Mozart.

5. Karolinum - Charles University

Ovocný trh 560/5, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

Charles University is named after the Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, who got permission from the Pope to found a university here in 1348. 

It continues to operate today, making it one of the oldest universities in Europe.

Jan Hus, the founder of the splinter Hussite religion, was a rector here. Students took part in the battle on Charles Bridge during The Thirty Years War.

It was even home to Albert Einstein’s physics department.

6. Celetna Street

Celetna Street gets its name from a style of bread that used to be made here. Bakeries, other trades, and the homes of influential guilds were located here in the 10th century. 

One trade that’s doing strangely well on Celetna Street today – is wax museums.

You’ll pass three in the short distance from the House at the Black Madonna to Old Town Square. 

• Waxworks and Chocolate Museum
• Price: 390 CZK Adult | 340 CZK Child & Senior
• Hours: 9:30 am - 19:00 
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Madame Tussauds

• Celebrity Wax Museum
• Price: 290 CZK 
• Hours: 10:00 am - 21:00 

Museum of Torture and Torture Instruments

• Historical Museum with Waxworks
• Price: 160 CZK

7. Old Town Square

Staroměstské nám., 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

Our first stop in Old Town Square is the Church of Our Lady Before Tyn. 

In medieval Prague, the priest of this church was also the priest of Charles University, and coronation marches would stop there for representatives of that university to swear oaths to the new king.

Originally a Catholic church, it later served the Hussites, with Jan Hus preaching here.

NOTE : Via Musica , a service that sells tickets to music events all over town, is on the path just to the left side of the church. 

8. Kinsky Palace

Staroměstské nám. 1/12, 110 15 Staré Město, Czechia

This 18th-century Rococo building was once a private palace for the Kinsky family and subsequently held schools, shops, and other public services.

Today it’s part of the Czech National Gallery, which operates from several sites.

• Price: 150 CZK 
• Hours: 10:00 am - 18:00 from Tuesday - Sunday

9. Jan Hus Monument

This monument is one of the newest additions to the Square – it was added in 1915, on the 500th anniversary of Hus’ death.

Nearby, you can see where the column with the Virgin Mary used to stand – on the ground, slightly back toward where you entered the Square, is a diagonal strip that cuts through the grid of stones. 

At noon, the column would cast a shadow along this line, and it was used to determine the exact local time. 

10. Storch’s House / House at the Stone Virgin Mary

Staroměstské nám. 16, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

This building was named when many travelers through the streets weren’t literate – when buildings were named after distinctive elements of its façade.

The House at the Stone Virgin Mary, however, tends to be more noticed for its Art Nouveau painting of King Wenceslas than for its Virgin Mary statue.

It is the same King Wenceslas that is featured in the old Christmas song. 

11. Prague Astronomical Clock

Staroměstské nám. 1, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

The astronomical clock has been a spectacle since 1410. 

The outermost ring of symbols has Gothic numerals reflecting the older form of local time. Modern time, then Babylonian time can be seen in smaller circles.

When the clock hits the hour between 9:00 am and 23:00, figures come to life for a quick pageant, including apostles and a trumpeter.

You can climb the clock tower , which is connected to Old Town Hall. 

You can also find Prague Underground Tours , which offers a broader view of the underground, a few steps further down on your left at 11 Male Namesti, inside the Art Passage.

12. St. Nicholas’ Church

Staroměstské nám. 1101, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

St. Nicholas’ Church has an even more convoluted religious history than many of its neighbors – it’s gone from being Catholic to Orthodox and then to Hussite.

Today it is, like many others, a concert venue. 

While most people in the country don’t claim a religion at all, its churches are historic sites with incredible acoustics.

13. Maisel Synagogue

Maiselova 10, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia

As historic as most of Old Town’s buildings are, Maisel Synagogue is one of the very few remaining landmarks of the old Jewish Quarter. 

During the Nazi occupation, this building was used to store property stolen from local Jewish families. 

Today, this building is part of the Jewish Museum, which includes historical exhibitions at several sites as well as tours of the neighborhood. 

• Price: 500 CZK Adult
• Hours: Open at 9:00 am daily, except Saturdays and Jewish Holidays
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TIP : The Jewish Museum is included on a Prague City Pass .

14. Spanish Synagogue

U Sv. Ducha 9, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

This is a 19th-century building standing on the site of what used to be called the Old Synagogue, built in the 12th century.

The “Spanish” part of the name comes from the Moorish style it’s designed in, and the beauty of all that detail alone makes it worth going inside.

It’s also home to another location for the Jewish Museum . 

15. Franz Kafka Monument

Dušní, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia

Franz Kafka’s face is everywhere in Prague.

This man, who is commemorated all over this city, published very little during his lifetime, wrote only part-time, died at age 40, and left his remaining work to a friend who he asked to burn it all unread.

His friend decided to publish it instead. 

Kafka is honored here because he grew up in the neighborhood, attended Charles University, and joined Albert Einstein at salons. 

16. Jewish Town Hall

Maiselova 250, 110 00 Josefov, Czechia

The Jewish Town Hall is another philanthropic contribution by Mordecai Maisel of the Maisel Synagogue.

Part of Jewish separation in cities like Prague was having some of their own government, including mayors and judges, and Josefov is still a separate administrative division within Prague today. 

17. Old-New Synagogue

Maiselova 18, 110 01 Josefov, Czechia

The Old-New Synagogue is the oldest working synagogue in Europe, built in 1270.

This one is called “Old-New” because when it was built, there was already the Old Synagogue on the site where the Spanish Synagogue is now, but lots of newer ones have also been built since.

The Gothic design continues into a much more elaborate interior. 

18. Old Jewish Cemetery

Široká, 110 00 Josefov, Czechia

Headstones in the Old Jewish Cemetery are spaced unusually close, reflecting centuries of burial in gradually elevating layers - soil has been added repeatedly to make space for new burials.

Dates span from 1439 to 1786, at which point much of Europe shifted to using cemeteries outside their city limits for fear of spreading diseases. 

Visitors can only enter the cemetery with tours run by the Jewis h Museum .

TIP : The Jewish Museum and Old Jewish Cemetery are included on a Prague City Pass .

19. Rudolfinum

Alšovo nábř. 12, 110 00 Josefov, Czechia

This is the home of the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. On top of its multiple performance spaces, it also houses a contemporary art hall. 

The largest music venue here is Dvorak Hall, named for the late 19th/early 20th-century composer, who has a monument that sits opposite the Rudolfinum. 

20. Charles Bridge

Karlův most Praha 1, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia 

This is the oldest and for a long time the only bridge across the Vltava River. Construction began in 1357 by its namesake, Charles IV. 

The bridge connects Old Town with the Lesser Quarter and Prague Castle. 

The statues along it are a 17th and 18th-century addition, mostly, although the ones you see now are replicas. 

If you're interested in exploring Prague Castle, we have a post that lists Castle Tours here . There are free walks that begin from Charles Bridge. 

We also have a more general list of excellent guided walking tours in Prague . 

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