Prague Castle and Old Town private walking tour
Three hours with a licensed guide, from Prague Castle down through the Lesser Town and across Charles Bridge to Old Town Square.
- Duration
- 3 h
- Format
- Walking
- Group
- Private, only your party
- Start
- Your hotel in central Prague or Hradčany Square
- Walking
- Moderate
- Guide languages
- English, Spanish, Turkish
Tour code: PP-T01
Highlights
- St Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane at Prague Castle
- The view over the red roofs of the Lesser Town from the castle ramparts
- Nerudova street and the Lesser Town square with St Nicholas Church
- Charles Bridge and its statues, timed to avoid the thickest crowds when possible
- Old Town Square, Týn Church and the Astronomical Clock
Route and timing
0:00
Hradčany and the castle courtyards
We start at the castle gates, catch the hourly changing of the guard when the timing works, and walk through the courtyards to St Vitus Cathedral.
1:00Ticket needed
Castle interiors or gardens
With tickets we visit the Old Royal Palace, St George's Basilica and Golden Lane. In the warmer months the castle gardens are a quieter alternative.
1:45
Down to the Lesser Town
Via the Old Castle Stairs or Nerudova street, depending on your pace, to the baroque Lesser Town square.
2:20
Charles Bridge
The fourteenth-century stone bridge, its thirty statues and the best views of the river and the castle behind you.
2:45
Old Town Square
Týn Church, the Old Town Hall and the Astronomical Clock. The tour ends here, close to good restaurants, or we arrange a car back to your hotel.
See the stops in order on Google Maps. The final route follows your pace and your wishes.
About this tour
This is the classic first walk through Prague, done the unhurried way. Starting at the top means the hill is behind you after the first hour, and the city opens up in the right order: the castle district first, then the Lesser Town with its baroque palaces, then the river and the Old Town.
Why a private guide makes the difference
Prague's centre is compact but layered. The same few hundred metres hold a Gothic cathedral, a Renaissance palace, baroque churches and the street where a novelist lived. A licensed guide turns that into one story, answers the questions you actually have and knows where to stand so you are not in the middle of a group of fifty.
Because the tour is private, you set the pace. Families take more breaks, photographers stop longer on the bridge, and history lovers can spend twice as long in the cathedral. If you already know what you want to see, tell us and we build the route around it.
Tickets, timing and crowds
The castle grounds are free to walk through, but the main interiors need a ticket. We buy tickets in advance when you ask, which saves time at the busiest entrances. Early starts are the easiest way to enjoy Charles Bridge before it fills up, and your guide will suggest the best order on the day.
Make it part of a bigger plan
Many guests combine this walk with an airport transfer on arrival, a dinner reservation on the same evening or a day trip to Karlštejn or Kutná Hora. Send us your dates and we arrange everything in one itemised quote.
Is this tour right for you?
Walking: Moderate
Some hills, steps and cobblestones, at an easy pace with breaks.
- About 3.5 km on foot
- Some steps
- Not suitable for wheelchairs. Ask us for a version by car.
- Possible with a light stroller, although a baby carrier is easier.
- A private car can take the uphill or longer parts.
Prefer less walking? Accessible Prague
Important to know
- Best time
- Morning
- Season
- All year
- Prague Castle has security checks at the entrances: travel light and leave large bags at the hotel.
- Churches and synagogues ask for covered shoulders and knees.
- Cobblestones and slopes: wear comfortable shoes with a good grip.
Busy dates (May to September, Christmas and New Year) book up early, so write as soon as you know your dates.
What can be added
Tick what you would like in the form below. We check availability and list each item separately in your quote.
- Entry tickets booked in advance
- Private car between the stops
- Lunch reservation
- Radio headsets for groups
- Airport transfer
Meeting and drop-off
- Your guide or driver meets you in your hotel lobby or at the meeting point, with a sign showing your name.
- It ends where it suits you in the centre, or a car takes you back to your hotel.
- Your confirmation includes the names of your guide and driver and a contact number for the day.
Your guide and driver
A licensed guide with the Czech National Guide Card leads your tour. The guides we work with speak English, Spanish and Turkish, and other languages depending on availability.
Guides, drivers and venues are specialist partners we have worked with for years. You receive their details 24 hours in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Are Prague Castle tickets included?
No, entry tickets are separate. We can buy them in advance and add them to your quote, so there is no waiting at the ticket office.
Can the tour start at our hotel?
Yes. Your guide meets you at any hotel in central Prague. If your hotel is far from the castle, we suggest a short car transfer to the start.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. The guide adapts the stories and the pace, and there are good places for breaks. For younger children, see also our Prague for kids tour.
How far do we walk?
About 3 to 4 kilometres with plenty of stops, mostly downhill from the castle to the Old Town.
- Licensed guides only
- Experienced local teams
- Licensed transport partners
- One written, itemised quote
- Reply the same business day
Ask about this tour
Send your preferred date and group size. We confirm availability and send a written quote.
What happens next
- 1
Tell us
Fill in the short form or write an email: dates, group, interests and anything we should know.
- 2
Get your plan
We reply the same business day with a proposed programme and a written, itemised quote.
- 3
Enjoy Prague
Confirm by email and we take care of every booking. You get your driver and guide details 24 hours before.
We reply by email the same business day (Monday to Saturday, 9:00 to 18:00 Prague time).
Asking costs nothing and commits you to nothing. The cancellation terms of each service are written in your quote. Cancellation policy