Prague for kids: castle, trams and marionettes
A three-hour family tour at a child's pace: castle guards, a tram ride, Petřín hill with its mirror maze, and the world of Czech marionettes.
- Duration
- 3 h
- Format
- Walk and ride
- Group
- Private, only your party
- Start
- Your hotel in central Prague
- Walking
- Easy
- Guide languages
- English, Spanish, Turkish
Tour code: PP-T14
Highlights
- The changing of the guard at Prague Castle
- A ride on a Prague tram
- Petřín hill, the lookout tower and the mirror maze
- Czech marionettes and the stories behind them
- Breaks, snacks and playgrounds built into the route
Route and timing
0:00
Tram to the castle
We start with a tram ride up the hill, which most children love.
0:30
Castle guards and courtyards
The hourly changing of the guard and a treasure-hunt style walk through the courtyards.
1:30Ticket needed
Petřín hill
The lookout tower and the mirror maze, with a snack break in the park.
2:30Optional
Marionettes
A visit to a marionette workshop or shop, with the story of Czech puppetry. Evening show tickets can be added.
See the stops in order on Google Maps. The final route follows your pace and your wishes.
About this tour
Travelling with children changes what a good tour looks like. Shorter stretches, more movement, something to look for at every stop, and a guide who talks to the kids, not over them. This family tour is built that way.
Stories children remember
Prague is full of material for young imaginations: guards in uniform, a clock with moving figures, a maze of mirrors on a hill, and puppets that have entertained Czech children for generations. Your guide turns these into small challenges and stories that keep everyone involved.
Built around your family
Tell us the ages of your children and anything we should know about naps, food or mobility. We plan the start time, the breaks and the length accordingly, and we can add a car so little legs are not overworked.
Good combinations
Families often pair this tour with a day at Karlštejn castle, a boat ride on the Vltava or a visit to Prague Zoo. We can arrange transport and tickets for all of them.
Is this tour right for you?
Walking: Easy
Short walks on mostly level ground, with breaks.
- About 2.5 km on foot
- Some steps
- Partly suitable for wheelchair users: tell us your needs and we check each place.
- Possible with a light stroller, although a baby carrier is easier.
- A private car can take the uphill or longer parts.
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.
- 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
- Child seats in the car
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
What age is this tour for?
It works best for children from about 4 to 12. We adapt it for toddlers and teenagers when you tell us their ages.
Can we add a marionette show?
Yes. Prague has traditional marionette theatres with regular performances. We can book tickets for the evening.
What if the children get tired?
The guide adjusts on the spot: a longer playground stop, a shorter route or a car back to the hotel.
- 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