Alchemy & Mysteries of Prague Castle in Czechia
The Prague Castle tour is an enchanting journey through history, offering visitors a chance to explore one of the largest castle complexes in the world. As you wander through the grounds, your knowledgeable tour guide will share fascinating insights about the Bohemian kings who once rule
Highlights
- Visit magical locations in Prague: Old Town, Strahov Monastery, Loreto Church, and the New World
- Explore the Castle District, including sights like Strahov Monastery, Loreto, and Czernin Palace
- Listen to tales from the times of King Wenceslas and Emperor Charles IV
- Learn about the unusual reign of Rudolf II and the influx of scientists and magicians to Bohemia
- Discover the prominence of alchemy, magic, and astronomy during Rudolf II's reign
- Appreciate the famous Golden Lane in a serene evening setting
Included
- Guide
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entrance to St. Vitus Cathedral
- Tram ticket
Itinerary
What to take with you
- Comfortable shoes
Don't forget!
The estimated children's price is for children aged 7-18 years old. Children up to 6 years of age are free of charge. An adult must accompany children. The minimum number of people on the tour is 2.
During this evening 3-hour tour, you will be introduced to the direct ancestor of modern science the field of alchemy. This journey will first take you from the Old Town Squareto the Old New Synagogue, where you will hear the first mystical story of the tour involving the legend of Rabbi Löwand hisGolem the Jewish Frankenstein, who went rogue and had to be hidden in the secret room in the Old Town.
From here, the tour continues to Mánes Bridge, where you can find out more about the construction of the city under the great King Charles IV. His plans were influenced by esotericism and astrology, leaving nothing to chance and allowing Prague to be as beautiful as it is today.
Take a tram to the Castle district and learn about the life of astronomers and scientists such as Tycho de Brahe and Johannes Kepler, who were invited to the court of Rudolf II.
While visiting the still-functioning Strahov Monastery, discover the mystery of the Devils Bible, kept in a collection of Rudolf II. Speaking of the devil, you will then be guided past the location of Hole to Hell, opened by cruel Christianity-hater Drahomíra.
On your way to the castle grounds, walk through the New World, a small, picturesque neighborhoodunknown even to many locals. See the only preserved timbered house in the historical center, as well as the house where Tycho de Brahe lived.
Continue to Prague Castleto enjoy the highlight of your tour seeing the largest castle complex in the world completely without tourists. Listen to several interesting, mysterious facts about some of its details that you wouldnt normally notice on a standard historical tour. Discover the fates of all the alchemists whose stories we follow throughout the tour and check out the unique narrow houses of the Golden Lane. Finish the tour at the St Wenceslas Vineyard with beautiful panoramic views of the city.
This journey into the esoteric stands as a unique highlight within our wider collection of expert-led Prague walking tours, designed for travelers who want to see the citys history from a different perspective.
Free cancellation
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