New to Prague and not sure where to start? This free walking tour is the easiest way to get your bearings. In one morning you’ll walk from the buzz of Wenceslas Square into the medieval lanes of the Old Town and on to Josefov, the historic Jewish Quarter, with a local guide who brings a thousand years of history to life. There’s no fixed price: you simply tip what you think the tour was worth.
What you’ll see on this free walking tour of Prague
We start on Wenceslas Square, the stage of Prague’s modern history, and stroll through the New Town towards the old city gates. From there the route winds through Staré Město (Old Town) to the heart of the city and finishes in the narrow streets of Josefov. Want to read up before you go? Have a look at our guide to the Prague Jewish Quarter.
Tour highlights
- Powder Tower and the Municipal House: the Gothic gateway to the Old Town next to Prague’s Art Nouveau masterpiece.
- Estates Theatre: the elegant theatre where Mozart conducted the world premiere of Don Giovanni.
- Old Town Square: Prague’s main square, framed by the twin spires of the Church of Our Lady before Týn.
- Astronomical Clock: the medieval clock that still draws a crowd every hour. Your guide will decode its dials, figures and legends. More in our Astronomical Clock guide.
- Jewish Quarter (Josefov): the outside of its historic synagogues, the story of the Old Jewish Cemetery and the legend of the Golem.
- Rudolfinum: the neo-Renaissance concert hall on the banks of the Vltava, home of the Czech Philharmonic.
The exact route may vary slightly depending on the guide and the weather.
Good to know
- Start time: every day at 10:30.
- Meeting point: Wenceslas Square 19 (Václavské náměstí 832/19), on the corner by the Sephora store.
- Language: English.
- Price: pay what you want. At the end of the tour you decide how much to tip your guide.
- Booking: free, but required to guarantee your spot. Each booking can include up to 8 people.
Tip: Prague’s streets are cobbled, so wear comfortable shoes, and please arrive 10 minutes before the start.
Keep exploring
Enjoyed the Old Town? Continue up the hill on our Free Prague Castle Tour, or plan the rest of your stay with our Prague itinerary for 2, 3 or 4 days.
