Alchemy and Mysteries of Prague Castle Walking Tour

See the Old Town, Strahov Monastery, Loreto Church, and the New World — places on the list of must-sees while in Prague! Hear the stories developed around these magical locations and learn about their history.

Highlights: 

• the Strahov Monastery

• the Loreto

• the Cernin Palace

• the Prague Castle

Includes: 

• a guide

• a tram ticket

Not included: 

• hotel pick-up and drop-off

• entrance to St. Vitus Cathedral

Please note: a minimum of two people is required for this tour. Children up to 6 years of age are free of charge. An adult must accompany children. Comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are recommended. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour departure time. Departures are on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Join us as we go across the river to the Castle District, where we will see sights like the Strahov Monastery, the Loreto, and the Czernin Palace. As dusk settles over the city, take a stroll through the "new world" and listen to tales from the times of the righteous King Wenceslas and Emperor Charles IV. 

Learn about the unusual reign of Rudolf II, the influx of scientists and magicians to Bohemia, and the rise to prominence of alchemy, magic, and astronomy during this time. Avoid the daytime crowds and distractions to appreciate the grounds of the world's largest castle complex, including the famous Golden Lane.