Top Czech Republic Historical Tours - page 4

Discover Český Krumlov’s historical center — designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for its 13th-century castle surrounded by Gothic, Renaissance and baroque architectural landmarks. On this day trip from Prague you’ll set off with your guide on foot to wander the town’s medieval streets, located along the Vltava River.

Visit the medieval town of Kutna Hora without having to drive or catch public transportation on this day trip from Prague. Led by a guide, travel by comfortable coach to explore the 13th-century town known for its silver mines. See the bones inside Sedlec Ossuary and the UNESCO-listed St. Barbara’s Cathedral, with admissions included. After soaking up the history, architecture, and culture of this unique town, head back to Prague.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage–listed town of Český Krumlov on this day trip from Prague. Accompanied by a guide, travel through the scenic Bohemian countryside to arrive in the medieval town. See the church of St. Vitus, the historic town center, and Český Krumlov Castle, dating back to 1240. After a full day of sightseeing, your tour concludes with transportation back to Prague.

Escape Prague for an afternoon on a trip to Kutná Hora. Check out the incredible Sedlec Ossuary, made of over 40,000 human bones, as well as Kutná Hora’s majestic town center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the history and culture of this town from your guide as you travel for a better understanding than you’d get touring alone. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation are included.

Skip the hassle of public transport on this private guided tour from Prague to Český Krumlov, exclusively for you and your party. Get picked up from your Prague hotel and head into southern Bohemia, making a stop in Česke Budejovice, home of the original Budweiser beer, before arriving in Český Krumlov. Feel free to customize the tour to your preferences as you explore the hilly cobblestoned streets of the town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with your guide.

Explore many of Prague’s important monuments and learn about its history and secret stories while touring on an e-scooter. Visit the Jewish Quarter, Prague Castle, the Old Town Square, Letna Park, and many other places in less time than you could on foot or exploring by public transportation. Ask your guide questions and avoid getting lost in the crowd as this is a friendly small-group tour.

Experience the best of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland national parks north of Prague without having to worry about transportation on a full-day tour. Travel to the parks by comfortable minivan with hotel pickup and drop-off included, and enjoy guided hikes in all seasons to landmarks such as the Bastei Bridge and Pravcicka Gate, as well as a Kamenice River boat trip. Lunch, entry fees, and snacks are included.

If you’re looking for a fun and classic way to spend an evening in Prague, secure your place on this Vltava River jazz dinner cruise with the option to sit inside or outside. Step aboard without worrying about lines and enjoy live jazz sets while cruising past Prague’s illuminated sights. Opt to purchase dinner on the spot or choose your 3-course dinner when booking for a hassle-free experience.

Dive into the tragic and complex history of Terezin on this half-day guided tour from Prague. As you explore the site, your guide will fill you in on all of its history, from its founding by the 18th-century Emperor Joseph II to its legacy as a Nazi-run concentration camp during the Second World War.

Spend an evening immersed in old Czech culture and cuisine at a folklore show with dinner. Transportation conveniently brings you from your hotel to the folk village where performers in traditional costume present hours of live music and dancing. You can feel free to join in. During the performances, enjoy a Czech meal prepared using original recipes.  Drink wine and medovina (sweet liquor made from honey), along with non-alcoholic beverages.

Discover a perspective on Prague's atmospheric Old Town on this spooky, after-dark walking tour. Hear untold stories of the mysterious sides of the city as you stroll the dark streets of the city with a costumed guide. Visit the courtyards and cobblestoned streets of the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter, listening to dark tales and macabre legends as you go.

Just east of Prague, the town of Kutna Hora is known for its medieval character. Visit St. Barbara's Cathedral and the Sedlec Ossuary “Bone Chapel,” part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the city's history and admire the Gothic architecture. Skip the hassle of finding your own way from Prague to Kutna Hora, and traveling around Kutna Hora, with its spread-out attractions.

Experience the fairy-tale fortress of Karlstejn Castle on a private half-day tour from Prague, including hotel pick-up. Uncover the secrets of the 14th-century fortress, which was built to protect the Crown Jewels, and follow in the footsteps of King Charles IV on a guided tour. Peek inside the royal chambers, admire the exquisite Chapel of Holy Cross and take in the views from the Great Tower.

Unlock the mysteries of Josefov, Prague's intriguing Jewish quarter, on this guided tour. Led by a guide who is schooled in Jewish studies, the tour visits the Old-New Synagogue, the oldest still-functioning synagogue in Europe, the haunting Jewish Cemetery, and the Jewish Museum, among other important sites. Learn about the long and intriguing history of the quarter from the knowledgeable guide.

Be seduced by the historical monuments and medieval charm of Prague on a half-day tour of the Czech capital. Listen to illuminating commentary from a guide as you gaze at UNESCO-listed monuments from an air-conditioned coach. Discover the ancient majesty of Prague Castle on a guided tour; cruise the Vltava River and enjoy panoramic city views from the boat's top deck; and conclude by exploring the ambient tangle of Prague’s Old Town, home to the famous Astronomical Clock.

Make the most of your time in Prague by pre-booking a private arrival transfer from Prague Airport to your central Prague hotel. Choose a time to suit you, meet your driver in the arrivals hall, board your comfortable private vehicle, and travel directly to your hotel without waiting for cabs or public transport. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The perfect tour if you just have time for one! Join a small group (max 10) to see all the main sites of Prague. Our guides are expert, licensed historic guides. Over three hours, we'll take you up to Prague Castle, then down across Charles Bridge through Old Town. Since this is a small-group tour, we move at an unhurried pace with context and stories for every stop and time for questions. Our route follows the coronation path of Bohemian kings (with lovely detours to the quieter side streets!). First, we ride the tram up to the Castle, skipping the long climb. We explore Prague Castle and the exterior of St. Vitus Cathedral. Then go down Nerudova Street, lined with Baroque palaces, go past the Church of St. Nicholas and the Church of Our Lady Victorious. We have a quiet moment on Kampa Island, a busier moment crossing Charles Bridge, then continue past the Clementinum into Old Town Square. We learn to read the famous Astronomical Clock and finally end near the Powder Tower.

Prague Castle is a must-do when visiting the city on vacation, but can be tricky to navigate alone. Instead, opt for this guided tour, which highlights historic gems such as St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica, and Golden Lane. Your guide provides context and insight as you marvel at the architecture around you. Once the tour ends, embark on a scenic Vltava River cruise, and snap photos of Prague's picturesque skyline.

Secret of Secrets, a book in author Dan Brown’s Robert Langdon series, takes place in and around the Czech capital of Prague. Rather than trying to spot the locations listed in the book by yourself, learn more about their significance on this half-day small-group walking tour, taking in sights such as Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square.

Nightwatchmen patrolled 17th-century Prague after dark to deter criminals; they knew the city’s secret corners and darkest events. More than 300 years later, tag along with a nightwatchman in historical dress and uncover real stories and places you’d likely miss on your own with this small-group tour. Stroll cobblestone lanes, old markets, and medieval squares in the Old Town as you hear blunt, witty accounts of Prague’s harsh and sometimes violent past, ending with a traditional nightwatchman's horn call.

Prague is one of the most charming capital cities in Europe, rich in spectacular architecture and historic neighborhoods. Make the most of your day with this guided tour that takes in the A-list sights on foot and by tram in just a few hours before stopping for a lunch break at a traditional Czech restaurant. After you’ve sampled local dishes and beer, cap off your day with a scenic river cruise.

Avoid the hassle of catching buses or trains and explore UNESCO World Heritage–listed Cesky Krumlov on a private day trip from Prague. This tour includes all transportation, lunch, and castle admission, with optional visits to the Budweiser Budvar Brewery in Ceske Budejovice and Hluboka Chateau. Enjoy a tailored full-day itinerary and guided commentary in this medieval town with a rich history.

First time in Prague? Explore the best bits of the city on a private half-day discovery tour. Marvel at the grand fortress of Prague Castle, peek inside the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral, stroll across statue-lined Charles Bridge to the Old Town, and more. Hotel transfers and transport by minivan are included, and you’ll enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide along the way.

Get into a unique tour that will connect you to the rich culture and traditions of the Jewish people. You’ll get to know their festivities in depth, understand the historical causes of their persecution, especially during the Third Reich regime, and explore their funerary customs, highlighted by the shocking Jewish cemetery with thousands of gravestones chronicling their legacy. Our guide will meet you promptly in front of the Cartier store in Old Town Square. From there, you’ll start a walking tour of the iconic Jewish Quarter, visiting places like the majestic Spanish Synagogue, an architectural gem of Europe, Pinkas Synagogue, Klausen Synagogue, historic cemetery and ceremonial hall. The tour will end near the Old Town Square. Discover the history, architecture and fascinating stories that make the Jewish Quarter unique. Book today and get carried away with the charm of Prague!