Prague Secrets of the Spired city Self Guided Walk
- 2–3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 9 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
In Prague’s Old Town and Castle district, a self‑guided walking tour lets you explore history, legends and quirky surprises at your own pace. As you move through the streets, you’ll hear the stories of the famous Golem and a chilling tale connected to Faust’s house. You’ll see the Astronomical Clock, where medieval fears are said to come to life on the hour, and stroll across Charles Bridge while learning the fascinating legends behind its statues, including a saint who was thrown into the river for keeping a secret. Along the way, you’ll spot modern public art that contrasts with the city’s older corners, from a rotating mirrored head of Franz Kafka to a surreal statue of Sigmund Freud dangling by one hand. The route includes an exterior overview of the Prague Castle complex, and you can choose to take the whole route in one go or split it into two parts. The experience is well suited to first‑time visitors who want flexibility, depth and a touch of local folklore to explore Prague.
Inclusions
What's included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
What's not
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Castle Complex Interior Fee (The tour is designed to be experienced from the outside)
Itinerary
Starting at the Powder Tower, wind your way down Celetná Street to reach the heart of the old town while hearing about how Prague came to be. You will find hidden gems like the hanging man statue and a cafe where Einstein dined
Find out why the twin spires called "Adam and Eve" were deliberately built at different heights
Watch the famous clock strike and decode what the different figures represent
Construction began at exactly 5:31 AM on a date chosen because it forms a perfect palindrome. Touch the saint’s plaque for guaranteed return to Prague.
Visit the The largest ancient castle complex in the world and get an overview of what makes it special from the free-to-visit-sections of the castle.
Hear about this modern statue and its inspiration
Communist police whitewashed it. It reappeared overnight. Discover a wall that became a symbol of peaceful resistance.
27 crosses in the pavement mark a mass execution. Find them and the memorial telling you a fascinating story.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for our company in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Tourific
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Prague
- Its from-price is 95% below the median of the 1953 experiences we list in Prague.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 729 of 1953.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Prague
Prague's skyline of spires rises over the Vltava, with a hilltop castle, statue-lined bridge and a medieval old town that survived largely intact.
Prague Castle, one of the largest castle complexes anywhere, crowns the hill of Hradčany, with St Vitus Cathedral at its centre and the tiny houses of Golden Lane tucked behind. Below, the Lesser Town's Baroque palaces and terraced gardens lead down to the Charles Bridge, lined with statues of saints and busy from dawn.
Top-ranked sights in Prague: Charles Bridge (Karluv Most), Prague Castle (Pražský Hrad), Prague Old Town Square (Staromestské Námestí).
Special offers in Prague
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