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Alchemy & Mysteries of Prague Castle Guided Tour

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Immerse yourself in a completely different experience of the magnificent city of Prague illuminated against the night sky. Avoid the bustling day crowds at the Prague castle, beat the afternoon heat and delve into the largest castle complex in the country under the cover of darkness with a guide, of course!

Highlights

  • Witness the beauty of Prague after sunset, where you can experience the city from a different perspective
  • Wander through Old Town Square, where alchemists and astrologers once worked
  • Be entertained and intrigued by a guided tour at night that teaches you about Prague's darker days
  • See the city's landmark sites such as the Old Town Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and St. George’s Basilica
  • Learn the mysteries of the palace and all the legends associated with it
  • Tours are available in English & German

Inclusions

  • Tram ride
  • Expert guide

Exclusions

  • Entry into certain buildings in the castle complex
  • Interiors of Prague Castle

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ratings & Reviews

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Christine Bullard

Christine

5/5

Jun, 2023

We had a great tour with Martin! He was very knowledgeable & his engaging personality kept the whole group having fun. I highly recommend this tour!
Janice Tsang

Janice

5/5

Apr, 2023

The Alchemy & Mysteries tour was very nice. Martin was very kind and a good guide, very knowledgeable and we could also ask questions. He took the time to show us everything and waited while we made pictures. To see the castle and Prague by night is special. Not busy in the evening, so that's a big plus!
Yen-Ju Lee

Yen-ju

5/5

Mar, 2023

Pavel was an excellent guide with great energy throughout the entire tour. I enjoyed every little fact he shared with us as well as the more esoteric parts of the stories. He responded well to all the questions on the tour and handled our group very well :) 10/10
Barbie Green

Barbie

5/5

Feb, 2024

Martin was an excellent guide! Prague is so magical in the evening.
Melanie Müller

Melanie

5/5

Nov, 2023

From the very good German of the guide and the nice care, we had a pleasant and informative time.
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As night falls, this tour will take you on a magical adventure of places in and around Prague Palace. You start off from the heart of the city, the Old Town Square, the oldest square in Prague. Your guide will take you across the river Vltava, to see the Strahov Monastery, known as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. At the monastery, your guide will tell you about the “Devil’s Bible”, and stop for a while by “Hole to Hell”. Learn about the city’s dark history, from “Good King” Wenceslas to Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV and the golden age of Prague during the rule of Emperor Rudolf II. Apart from breathtaking views of Prague by night, you’ll also get to see the Golden Lane, once the home of Franz Kafka.

Let your guide regale you with other haunting tales from the history of the fascinating structures that the Palace houses. The St. Vitus Cathedral, and the St. George’s Basilica are beautiful churches and look majestic against the night sky. Walk along the Golden Lane, named after the goldsmiths and artisans that used to live in these houses in the 17th century. The Daliborka Tower can be seen at the eastern end. Under the basement is a dungeon that used to house prisoners. The pulley mechanism that used to lower them into this dungeon is still visible. You will then move onto Lesser Town, where you can see the grand Wallenstein Palace. Built in the 17th century, the architectural influence of the Wallenstein Palace has a much more modern flavor compared to the other buildings in the Prague Palace. Your three-hour tour will come to an end here.

Ticket Information

This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:

  • English-Guided Tour
  • German-Guided Tour

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.

Timings

English Guided Tours

Sep 1 to May 31

  • Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun at 6pm

Jun 1 to Aug 31

  • Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun at 7pm

German Guided Tours

Sep 1 to May 31

  • Thu and Sat at 6pm

Jun 1 to Aug 31

  • Thu and Sat at 7pm

Closed Dates

  • Mon, Wed, Fri
  • 24, 25 & 31 Dec

Discounted Tickets

Children under the age of 7 can take part in the tour for free. Students and senior citizens enjoy discounted tickets (carry valid photo ID).

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly
  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your guide
  • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid Student IDs
  • Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

Meeting Point

  • Meet your tour guide In front of the wooden door at Týnská 7 (Czech Republic, Týnská 7, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia)
  • Directions from the Astronomical Clock: Cross the Old Town Square towards Tyn Cathedral. Facing Tyn Cathedral take the narrow lane (Týnská) between the Cathedral and the beige Baroque building (Kinsky Palace). Once you are standing behind Tyn Cathedral you will see the big wooden door of building number 7.
  • To locate the meeting point on Google Maps, simply search for - Prague Trips & Tickets Center
    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

By Metro:

  • If you are taking the metro, get off at either the Staromestska stop (line A), or the Namesti Republiky station (line B)
  • They are both about 10 minutes from the meeting point

By Tram:

  • Get off at the Namesti Republiky stop by taking the tram #6, 8, 15, or 26.
  • Cross the Old Town Square towards the Tyn Cathedral
  • Once you get behind the Tyn Cathedral, you will see a huge signboard saying Prague Trips & Tickets.

By Bus:

  • Get off at the bus stop, ‘Staroměstské náměstí’
  • It is about 5 minutes from the meeting point
  • Bus #194 will get you here

Validity

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