Prague | Czechia
Mysteries of Lesser Town and Castle District
Alchemy, Legends and Tales
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Duration: 2 hours
Meeting / Starting point: Beside the Starbucks Coffee located in the Lesser Town Square (Prague Castle Side)
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Legends and Mysteries of Magic Prague
Prague Castle Tour: The largest castle complex in the world. This masterpiece and its gorgeous gothic surroundings hold many fascinating secrets and tales, of alchemy, ghosts, and devils. Our intimate walking tour will take you through the most beautiful sights the Prague Castle district and Lesser Town has to offer you.
Book your private tour, suitable for corporate events, team buildings, school groups, or simply groups of friends and couples; for all those who would like to enjoy flexibility, comfort, and intimacy.
We can also offer pick-up at your location in Prague 1 and escort you to the starting point.
Contact us in order to organize and make your participation unforgettable!
About This Tour
A Journey to Magic Prague
Our storytellers will bring to life a unique experience in the form of a walking tour … away from the hustle and bustle of Prague´s Old Town, This early evening walk led by an elegant narrator takes us on a journey through mystery and magic. Discovering on the way many unknown places of esoteric charm where masters of the dark arts of Alchemy and Astronomy would toil by candlelight late into the night. You will hear legends and mysterious stories of disappearances and the haunting presence of the devil. Our journey takes us through an area reputed to be the location of the “gate to hell” and where the hidden streets and sinister corners have been walked by the most mysterious minds of Renaissance Europe.
Highlights
Learn about the emperor Rudolph II and the most famous alchemists and magicians of the time.
Walk with us through the magical castle district passing by the Saint Vitus Cathedral, the New World, the Golden lane and more...
Let yourself be immersed by the stunning atmosphere of Lesser Town Castle
On this walking tour you will enjoy intimacy, flexibility and comfort with your loved ones.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- This tour does not include access to interiors of sites visited and no “jump scare” actors.
- This tour does not include snacks and drinks.
Additional information
- This tour runs in all weather conditions; it is recommended to dress appropriately in wintertime and wear a raincoat or bring an umbrella in case of rain.
- This tour is an immersive storytelling experience about legends, histories and tales are not always associated with the building we stand in front of.
- Seats: pre-booking with online payment is essential to reserve the seat, therefore it is recommended to book early.
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