Prague Introduction Walking Tour
Overview
Get to grips with Prague's 1,000 years of tumultuous history on this 3-hour walking tour. Guided by a historian, visit key sites in the Old Town and the New Town. Learn about the key events in the Czech capital's past while marveling at the city's extraordinary architecture, including the Gothic, the Renaissance and the Baroque styles.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Historian guide
✗ Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
1
Stop 1
Discuss the 600+ year history of the Gothic bridge lined with Baroque statues of saints and it's unique role in the development of Prague.
2
Stop 2
Discuss Jan Hus and his role in the reformation of the Catholic church and the Protestant Reformation.
3
Stop 3
Discuss Czech religious wars, Reformation and Counter-reformation as it is reflected in the Baroque interior decoration of the Gothic church.
4
Stop 4
Discuss the 600+ year old history of the New Town and its relationship to Prague as the capitol of the Holy Roman Empire.
5
Stop 5
Discuss the history of the square in the context of the history of Prague and the Czech Republic.
6
Stop 6
Discuss Mozart's relationship to Prague and the Age of Enlightenment.
7
Stop 7
Discuss the history of Czech religious reversals of fortune as well as the role of the Baroque and Gothic architecture.
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Stop 8
View and discuss the history of the Old Town Hall and the symbolism of the Astronomical Clock.
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Stop 9
Discuss the revolutionary role of Jan Hus within the development of European Christianity as well as the history of the Czech lands.
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Stop 10
Discuss the 1000 year old history, politics and architecture of the ancient town market.
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Stop 11
Discuss the history and the destruction of the Jewish Ghetto of Prague.
12
Stop 12
Discuss the symbolism of the sculpture and the Stalinist history of the site.
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Stop 13
Revolving, kinetic statue resembling the bust of Franz Kafka by Czech artist David Černý.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
Please meet your guide outside Cafe Cukrárna Myšák, Vodičkova 710/31
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Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Choice of morning and afternoon departure; please advise at time of booking
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