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Prague – the czech Jewel

Prague is both the capital and biggest city of the Czech Republic. It lies in central Bohemia, in the very heart of the Czech Republic and Europe. Thanks to its geographical position, Prague was – and still is – an important business centre as well as a ground for cultural, spiritual, artistic and social gathering of various cultures and nations. Prague constituted an imaginary “border” between the East and the West. In 1348, the first German university – Charles University – was founded in Prague.

Prague is a true jewel of the Czech Republic. There are many comparisons tied to it, such as “Golden Prague”, “Hundred-towered Prague” or “Prague – The Mother of Cities”. These titles express its uniqueness and characteristic features. A direct question presents itself – what is the nature of these nicknames and comparisons?

The Golden Prague

The interpretation of the title sometimes varies and is being confused. We incline to the following version: Should you take a view on Prague from a lookout in a clear sunny weather, you will see “the glittering gold” – an effect giving the impression of a golden glare caused by sun beams that are reflected by the Prague’s roofs (and not only the gold-plated ones). The above-mentioned title is well established and being used primarily in the German speaking countries – “Das goldene Prag” or “Prag – die goldene Stadt and der Moldau”.

Hunderd-Towered Prague

As the title itself gives away, there are many towers and turrets to be found on the countless roofs of the Prague’s churches and other buildings. Let us take you to places from which you will truly be able to witness such a view. We know the best lookouts around.

Praha - The Mother of Cities

Prague’s uniqueness lies in its unrivalled, well-preserved historical core – from Pohořelec, Prague Castle, Lesser Town (also called Lesser Side or Lesser Quarter), Charles Bridge, Old Town including Jewish Town and Old Town Square up to Wenceslas square and adjacent neighbourhoods. In Prague, you can find all the architectonic and artistic styles represented in infinite shapes and forms. To give you an example, Prague’s baroque and Prague’s art nouveau are staggering and world-famous. However, you will be amazed by remarkable examples of cubism and other styles as well. On top of all this, Prague’s unbelievable spiritual and cultural dimension is added to its intangible mysteriousness, magic and inimitable romanticism. Diverse tales, myths and stories that are tied to Prague’s existence pleasantly stir up the atmosphere and allow the human fantasy to conjure up its own image of this beautiful city.

Sightseeing Prague (mostly on foot)

We cooperate with handpicked professional guides who have profound skills in what they do. Apart from Czech language, we most frequently carry out our city tours in English, Danish, German, Norwegian and Swedish. Naturally, we are also able to arrange guides speaking other, less common languages.

The sightseeing usually begins by a transfer to Prague castle with our guide, who will, along the way, describe you the vivid history and contemporary life of Prague and the Czech Republic. The tour continues solely on foot, as there is no entry for vehicles to the historic city centre. The whole tour comprises of Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Lesser Town, Old Town with the Old Town Square, world-famous Jewish Town and Wenceslas Square. However, we advise you to divide the city tour into several parts and days – according to your interests and the length of your stay. Tell us how you imagine Prague city tour and we will help you with the choice of the best alternative.

Details of the sightseeing: The tour begins in the area of Prague castle with the possibility to visit all places of interest. Prague castle area consists of three courtyards, the Royal Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral including the Royal Tomb, St. Wenceslas Chapel, the Mikulka Tower, St. George's Basilica and Golden Lane. It continues by walking down from the castle through the marvellous Nerudova Street with very old houses and special atmosphere where you literally feel the history on your each step. You will see the largest and most impressive Baroque church in the Central Europe - St. Nicholas Church. It is situated in the Lesser Town - the oldest and one of the most interesting parts of Prague. In the surrounding area you can also find the Church of the Virgin Mary Victorious with the Prague Infant Jesus, British and American Embassy, Kampa Island and Wallenstein Palace with its beautiful gardens. The tour then continues over the Charles Bridge (where you can make a secret wish at the best known statue of John Nepomuk) to the Old Town through the famous Charles Street with its many shops and nice buildings. You will arrive to the Old Town Square with the famous astronomical apostle clock on the Old Town Hall. This area also includes Prague's Jewish town. It comprises of Jewish quarter with Jewish museum, an old Jewish Cemetery (with the tomb of Rabbi Low), 4 synagogues and finally the Old Jewish City Hall. The city sightseeing tour usually ends on the main and the most magnificent square of the New Town – Wenceslas Square – where you can see the statue of St. Wenceslas and the National museum at the top end of it.