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Jewish Prague With a Local Historian

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Prague, Czech Republic
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 2 hours 40 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Prague has a long history of Jewish heritage, but among all the medieval and Cold War history it can be hard to know where to find it. This small-group tour highlights key city areas related to Jewish life. Explore the 13th-century Jewish Quarter, hear stories of Jewish persecution during World War II, and learn about local writer Franz Kafka's life and writings on this focused walk.
  • Admire beautiful Jewish buildings including the Klausen Synagogue
  • Learn about the Holocaust and Nazi concentration camps
  • Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule
  • Small group size for a more personal experience

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Nám. Franze Kafky 24/3, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia

    Náměstí Franze Kafky 24/3 (Franz Kafka Square 24/3) near Meet Burger and Hotel Lippert It’s very easy to reach on foot, as it’s in the city center, just 2 min walk far from Old Town Square. You can also take public transportation (metro station Staromestska, tram 2, 17, 18).

End point

  • Jeruzalémská, Nové Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia

Itinerary

1

Josefov

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Nove Mesto (New Town)

35 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Praha hlavni nadrazi

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

4

Jerusalem Synagogue

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful tour

Michelle_W, Jul 2025
We had a fantastic tour of Jewish Prague. Jiri was engaging and extremely knowledgeable, and answered all of our questions. I would highly recommend his tour!

the best tour of all

Michael_L, Aug 2024
all of it jiri is a phD and it shows. excellent info. and walks at a good pace. not too fast. every question he answered patiently nd completely

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