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Prague’s past is as dark as they come, but a standard sightseeing tour will only touch on some of its spooky secrets. This walking tour dives head-first into Czech capital’s sinister side in the dark lanes of the Prague Old Town and also the old Jewish Quarter. Covering mysterious locations and telling tales of executions, murders, curses, and ghosts through the centuries like the famous Golem monster, the Murdered Bride or the Headsman Jan Mydlář. Discover an underground medieval dungeon with torture instruments, hear grisly legends and facts, and absorb the city’s eerie after-dark atmosphere. Entrance fees included.

Explore the UNESCO-listed town of Cesky Krumlov on this day trip from Prague. Accompanied by an expert guide, travel through the scenic Bohemian countryside to arrive in the medieval town. See the church of St. Vitus, the historic town center and the Cesky Krumlov Castle, dating back to 1240. After a full day of sightseeing, your tour will conclude with transportation back to Prague.

Step back in time and discover the history and hardships of life in the former Czechoslovakia on this walking tour of Prague. Follow your guide to landmarks like the Powder Tower, the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square as you hear about the Nazi occupation and communist-era Czechoslovakia, and learn about key events like the Velvet Revolution and the Prague Spring. Finally, enjoy a rare chance to visit an authentic 1950s nuclear bunker. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people, ensuring a personalized experience.

If you have one evening spare in Prague, ‘Antalogia’ by the Black Light Theatre Srnec is a must. A Prague speciality, this theatrical style pairs pitch-black lighting with fluorescent costumes to create visual illusions. Book ahead to secure a seat at your preferred performance of the 'Antalogia' show, and watch actors perform seemingly impossible acrobatics, objects float through the air, and other visual wizardry, all in a non-verbal, fantastical family-friendly show.

Tap into Prague’s famous party spirit on this 4-hour evening riverside hangout and guided walking tour. Meet up near the Charles Bridge, and enjoy unlimited beer and sangria as you take relaxed guided walks around different monuments and the cobbled Mala Strana district. Midway through, savor dinner under the bridge, and finish by creating your own street art on the John Lennon Wall.

Combine nature, culture, and history on this guided tour from Prague to Saxon Switzerland National Park and Dresden. Admire the hilly peaks of Saxon Switzerland around the Elbe valley southeast of Dresden in Saxony, Germany, then discover the most important landmarks in Dresden, including the Royal Palace, the Zwinger Old Master Gallery, and the Frauenkirche (Church of the Virgin Mary).

Explore one of Prague’s most creative and unexpected exhibitions—and bring your smartphone along to capture the immersive spaces and optical illusions—when you visit the Museum of Senses. Book your tickets before you travel to make logistics seamless, and upon arrival, explore the galleries independently. You can discover 90 exhibits in 17 different areas, from upside-down rooms to a bed of nails.

This private tour offers a great way to capture memories of your visit to Prague that goes far beyond your own selfies and family snapshots. Your professional photographer guide will lead you on a tour of the city’s photogenic attractions, conducting a photoshoot along the way. A few days after the tour, you’ll receive a link to download 50 professionally edited images.

Night watchmen used to patrol 17th-century Prague after dark to deter criminals, and knew all about the city’s secret corners and darkest events. Rewind time and discover stories and places you’d probably miss independently on this Prague Old Town tour. Led by a watchman-dressed guide, stroll lanes, markets, and squares as you uncover their past, and absorb the spooky atmosphere conjured up by tales of medieval mysteries and strange events.

If you’re short on time in Prague but are curious about its hidden stories—the kind you don’t hear on regular tours of the main attractions—this short group tour of the Old Town will suit you. Go underground and explore the fascinating dungeons and chambers of the medieval city. Listen to chilling tales of executions and freedom struggles, and learn more about Prague than you would wandering around by yourself.

Discover the complex history and wild beauty of Bohemia on a full-day tour from Prague that earns rave reviews. Leave the city behind for the forests and ancient rock formations of Bohemian Saxon Switzerland National Park, and pay tribute to victims of WWII with a reflective stop at Terezín Concentration Camp. Taste Czech cuisine along the way at one-of-a-kind venues like a hunting chateau and a cafe nestled inside a historic railway station.

Take in incredible panoramic views of Prague from the tallest structure in the city with a visit to Žižkov Television Tower. This ticket grants you admission to the Prague TV tower, which features three different observatory cabins offering different themes and perspectives of the Czech capital. This striking example of late-20th-century architecture also features sculptures by Czech artist David Černý and a restaurant and bar.

Go at your own pace on this private walking tour of Prague with a customizable itinerary. Your guide will take you to highlights on both the east and west banks of the Vltava River, including the Old Town Square, Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and more. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to stretch their legs while sightseeing without feeling rushed on a large-group tour.

Let‘s set off on a self-guided audio walking tour through Prague’s fabled Jewish Quarter, one of the oldest centres of Jewish life in the world. I’ve spent half of my life in this lovely city and I’ve always been fascinated by its Jewish heritage. You'll take in some of its most important sites, including the Old Jewish Cemetery, its beautiful synagogues, the Old Town Square, the Town Hall Clock and Franz Kafka Square. We’ll also meet some of the illuminating figures from Prague’s Jewish history. Let me share some insight into the Jewish history of Prague, which spans centuries, architectural styles, personalities and, above all, stories. If you have a deeper interest in Prague’s Jewish sites and are planning on a visit to the Jewish Museum, which allows you to enter the Old Cemetery and the synagogues, then this is the best practical introduction to your visit. But please note that this tour does not include entrance fees to any of the sites along the way.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Prague with this guided tour the city's Old Town and Jewish Quater neighbourhoods. Led by a licensed guide and British Expat, explore with a local familiar with Prague and fluent in English. Admire the sights at your own pace with this relaxed approach. Visit monuments from the Old Town Hall home to an astronomical clock, through to the bustling Havel's Market.

Enjoy a uniquely Czech spa experience—and discover an oasis of relaxation in the middle of Prague’s bustle—with this private beer spa experience. Pick an appointment time that works best for you, make your own way to the spa, and sink into a bubbly bath filled with beer. Enjoy unlimited beers as you soak and relax on the heated beds—and even upgrade to add a massage to your itinerary.

Pedal through Prague on an electric bicycle during this 3-hour private tour. Meet your cycling guide and decide what you'd like to see, your guide will create an itinerary according to your wishes. Cycle through leafy Letná and Petřín parks, or explore landmarks like Wenceslas Square and the Astronomical Clock in the Prague Castle area. Learn about the city's traditions, history and culture as you ride. Enjoy personal attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour.

The historic town of Kutná Hora is a UNESCO World Heritage site and renowned for its magnificent Baroque and Gothic architecture. On this tour, take in all the highlights on a half-day trip from Prague, including the Cathedral of St. Barbara and the Sedlec Ossuary (Bone House), and discover the city’s fascinating history.

Delve into Prague’s World War II and Cold War history when you embark on this 2-hour walking tour through the city center. Visit the hideout of paratroopers from Operation Anthropoid, explore New Town and the Jewish Quarter, and learn about key events. This is a tip-based tour meaning you pay what you feel the tour is worth at the end.

Experience the beauty of two of the Czech Republic’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one excursion from Prague on this full-day guided tour. While you explore the picturesque villages of Český Krumlov and Holašovice, learn about the architecture of these remarkable places. This tour offers everything you need on a day out from Prague, including comfortable round-trip transportation and lunch.

Explore Kutná Hora's UNESCO-listed landmarks on a private tour for your group of up to seven people with hotel pickup and drop-off in Prague. Visit the 14th-century Church of St. Barabara, the Royal Mint, a medieval silver mine, and the Bone Church, whose interior is decorated with bones from thousands of human skeletons.

The massive Prague Castle complex can be overwhelming, but this highlights ticket ensures you see the castle’s five most important and impressive areas, all at your own pace. Admire artistic masterpieces from across Europe on an audio-guided tour of Lobkowicz Palace, step inside the sacred cathedrals, and soak up Czech history at the Old Royal Palace, and get a glimpse of the castle’s inner workings on a stroll down Golden Lane.

Make the most of the medieval history on show at Kutna Hora and travel there and back with ease on a full-day trip from Prague. Sit back and admire the Bohemian countryside on route to UNESCO-listed Kutna by train. On arrival, get the full lowdown on its sights from your guide, including the Sedlec bone chapel, as you explore on foot. Selected entrance fees are included.