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3-Hour Walking Tour of the Jewish Quarter in Prague
Joined 2022
Join us for a stroll through one of the most picturesque areas of Prague. On this Jewish Quarter walking tour we’ll take you to four different synagogues, each unique in its architectural style, and the oldest Jewish cemetery in the world. You’ll learn about the dramatic history of the Jewish community and hear touching stories about some of its most inspiring characters. Feel the breath of the past as you walk the cobblestone streets of the Fifth Quarter with your knowledgeable local guide.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel or apartment in the city center
- Please let us know where you're staying; we'll pick you up in the lobby of your hotel or Airbnb apartment.
Maisel Synagogue
The Maisel Synagogue houses an extensive collection of ornate objects from the Jewish culture and a famous model of Prague illustrating the Jewish Town before its reconstruction.
Spanish Synagogue
The youngest synagogue in Prague with breath-taking interiors.
Pinkas Synagogue
In the Pinkas Synagogue you can offer a prayer to the Jewish lives lost in WWII by a touching memorial of the holocaust.
Old Jewish Cemetery
Let's visit the oldest Jewish cemetery in the world and observe the symbolic paintings on the tombs.
Café Golem
Take a refreshing break to absorb all the information at a modern local café with top-notch coffee.
Old-New Synagogue
Our last stop is the Old-New Synagogue, the oldest one in Prague, surrounded by legends and great stories.
Ending Point
Old-New Synagogue or back at your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Refreshments at a local café, map of Prague, knowledgeable and English-speaking local guide
Admission to the Jewish Museum sights and the Old-New Synagogue, Food and drink,s tips/gratuities for your guide
Tour Important Information
* Admire the most beautiful synagogue in Prague, a true architectonic gem of the Fifth District
* Explore the oldest Jewish cemetery in the world and discover what makes it different
* Pay tribute to the Jewish community in the Pinkas Synagogue, a touching memorial to the victims of the holocaust
* Hear the dramatic history of the Albright family and other inspiring stories about Prague's bravest Jews
* Travel back in time with Langweil’s Model of the city and admire thousands of precious exhibits from the Jewish culture in the Maisel Synagogue
* Find out about the traditions and daily lives in the former Jewish ghetto
* Take a break to absorb all the information at a modern local café
* Get the full experience as you tour the Fifth Quarter with a small group of fellow travellers and a friendly local guide
Hungry after the tour? Let us know and we can take you for a tasty lunch in our favorite restaurant nearby.
PLEASE NOTE: Admission ticket to the Jewish Museum is NOT included in the price of the tour and has to be purchased at the beginning of the tour, in cash or with card (22 EUR/person, 17 EUR/child).
Our tours run rain or shine – In case of rain, please dress accordingly and bring an umbrella or a raincoat with you. In winter, temperatures can get quite low, be aware of that and put an extra sweater into your backpack.
Put on your walking shoes and proper clothing – Prague’s Old Town is full of cobbled streets – please wear a decent pair of shoes. Walking involved in the tour may vary; please let us know in advance if you have any mobility issues. We can always adjust the itinerary so that less walking is involved.
Note that the Jewish Quarter consists of religious sites. Please ensure you wear appropriate clothing that covers your knees and shoulders. Don’t worry if you didn’t bring a kippa with you; you can borrow one in the Synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery free of charge.
Every day except for Saturday
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We look forward to having you on our tours!
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Michaela V.
We are a group of local guides of Prague, Czech Republic. We love our golden city and we have been guiding around for more than 10 years already. We know the local history (and all the thrilling stories from it!), architecture, culture, local food and drinks and are super passionate about sharing all this with you, our guests!
We understand the unique needs you have as a traveler — to see the most famous sites, but also to experience the authentic atmosphere, to eat in the fanciest restaurants, but also to rub shoulders with the locals at a popular neighborhood watering hole. You don’t want to just visit Prague — you want to experience it with all your senses. We are here to help you with that. After thousands of tours, millions of steps, tons of delicious food, and hectolitres of beer shared with visitors from all over the world, we know how to turn your visit to Prague into an adventure of your lifetime.
$262/ per group
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