Top Prague Cultural Tours

Ditch the tourist traps and get an insider’s introduction to scenic Cesky Krumlov on this full-day guided tour from Prague. Day tours are fully customizable and can include a river rafting trip or hard-to-get lunch reservations at Krumlov Mill, a 14th-century former liege mill. Travel comfortably in your own climate-controlled private vehicle, with stops at both Prague and Cesky Krumlov castles.

See the medieval town of Kutna Hora on this day trip from Prague. Led by an expert guide, travel by comfortable coach to explore the 13th-century area known for its silver mines. See the famous bones inside Sedlec Ossuary and the UNESCO-listed St. Barbara’s Cathedral. After soaking up the history, architecture, and culture of this unique town, head back to Prague.

Combine sightseeing in Prague with the fun of riding a fat-wheeled Scrooser electric scooter. These distinctive vehicles are easy for anyone who knows how to ride a bike, but you're given a full safety briefing and demo. Be accompanied by a guide who tells you about the sights you see on the way. This is a fun activity for both adults and kids.

Head to marvelous and stunning Kutna Hora on this excursion to the UNESCO-listed town an hour east of Prague. Marvel at the ossuary, a gothic church whose interior is bedecked with the bones of 40,000 people (many of whom died from the plague). Explore the majestic Cathedral of St. Barbara and stroll down the town's narrow cobbled lanes.

Explore Prague your way on this private guided walking tour. The itinerary is customizable and based on your preferences with a flexible starting point and time. Tours typically include Hradcany Town, Prague Castle, and a stroll down the quaint Little Quarter. The tour wraps up either in the Jewish Quarter (known as Josefov) or Wenceslas Square in the New Town of Prague.

See Czechoslovakia’s tragic holocaust history firsthand on a 5-hour, guided tour of Terezín that includes round-trip transport from your Prague hotel by limousine. Visit the site with a local guide for a personalized experience, as you take in the Small Fortress, the Big Fortress, the Ghetto Museum, and other Terezín sites.

Get to know the best of Prague on a fun and easy electric bike tour. With two expert guides to bring the sights to life, follow historical bike trails through the charming Castle District and Old Town, and up onto Letna Park. Absorb the city views from this hilltop park before winding downhill through the pretty baroque streets of the Lesser Town. Hear about Prague’s history and culture from your guides, and stop to refuel with complimentary snacks. Numbers are limited to 10 people for a more personalized experience.

Head to Terezin on this informative 7.5-hour tour that takes you to a former World War II concentration camp, situated in an 18th-century fortress north of Prague. The tour includes round-trip ticket on public transportation to Terezin and back to Prague.

Night watchmen used to patrol 17th-century Prague after dark to deter criminals, and knew all about the city’s secret corners and darkest events. Rewind time and discover stories and places you’d probably miss independently on this Prague Old Town tour. Led by a watchman-dressed guide, stroll lanes, markets, and squares as you uncover their past, and absorb the spooky atmosphere conjured up by tales of medieval mysteries and strange events.

This tour allows you to visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kutná Hora, including the Ossuary, on a trip from Prague. Skip the hassle of renting a car with round-trip transportation from your Prague hotel. Entrance fees are included for a hassle-free experience.

Visit one of Germany’s most beautiful cities on this day trip to Dresden from Prague. Nicknamed the ‘Florence of the Elbe,’ Dresden is brim with baroque and rococo buildings, many raised and rebuilt, phoenix-like, from the ashes of World War II. After traveling from Prague to Dresden by air-conditioned coach, visit the Zwinger Old Masters Gallery to see masterworks including the ‘Sistine Madonna’ by Raphael; admire the domed Frauenkirche (Church of the Virgin Mary); and enjoy the afternoon free to have lunch and explore this resplendent city further at leisure.

Experience two of the Czech Republic’s best-loved traditions—pilsner beer and Bohemia glassmaking—on this day trip from Prague. With an expert guide, head to Plzen, known as Pilsen in German, and the Pilsner Urquell brewery where the legendary beer began life in 1842. Discover how the beer is made and perhaps buy some Pilsner Urquell glassware. After lunch at a Pilsner-themed restaurant, visit the Bohemia glassworks in Nizbor. See how the glass is blown and cut, and finish with the chance to buy some beautiful glassware at factory prices.

Sample the delights of the world-famous spa town of Karlovy Vary on this full-day trip from Prague, including a delicious lunch. Admire the Bohemian landscapes as you travel by coach from Prague to Karlovy Vary, and discover the many attractions of the town, sometimes known by the German name of Karlsbad or Carlsbad. Visit the Moser glass factory, where beautiful crystal ware is made; admire the elegant spa colonnades and fountains, and sample some of the reputedly curative waters, light spa wafers and some of Karlovy’s legendary herbal liqueur.

See Prague’s top attractions on this full-day introduction to the city with a guide. Combining a bus tour and walking tour plus a 1-hour Vltava River cruise, this sightseeing exploration provides many perspectives on the city, from Wenceslas Square to Prague Castle. Lunch and coffee with cake are included. 

Visit spectacular, 14th-century Karlstejn Castle on a 4.5-hour trip from Prague. Travel by air-conditioned coach to this picturesque, hilltop palace-fortress, perched above dense green forests. Walk or ride a horse-drawn carriage to the gate, and tour the key areas, including the Imperial Palace as you learn how the castle was built by Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV to safeguard his imperial jewels. Immerse yourself in medieval times as you stroll through chambers and halls adorned with frescos, paintings and other treasures, including a replica crown, before your return to Prague.

Keen to see more of central Europe while you’re in Prague? Then grab the chance to visit Austria’s capital on this day trip from Prague to Vienna. Traveling by coach with an expert guide, head to the city and discover its historical highlights. Drive along the majestic Ringstrasse, and explore the lavish Hofburg Palace a former residence of the 18th century ruling Habsburgs. Finish your Prague to Vienna day trip with a visit to St. Stephen’s Cathedral and free time for lunch or shopping.

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.

Prague’s Strahov and Brevnov monasteries lie among hilltop parks out of the historical centre: quite a hike on foot. This Segway tour whisks you to them with ease, while letting you try one of these personal transporters for yourself. Glide up to Strahov and Brevnov as your guide charts their history, discover landmarks many visitors miss. A choice of departures provides flexibility.

Check out the highlights of Prague’s Old Town and other must-sees on this 3-hour walking tour. Led by an expert guide, stroll around Old Town Square and take in top Prague attractions such as Wenceslas Square, the Jewish Quarter and the wonderful Charles Bridge. See lesser-known landmarks such as the Estates Theatre where Mozart showcased ‘Don Giovanni,’; learn about Prague’s long and turbulent history, and enjoy an included drink along the way. Numbers are limited to 15 people on this small-group tour to ensure a more intimate atmosphere.

Pedal your way out of Prague to one of the most bewitching castles in Europe on this guided bicycle excursion. Hop on your bike and, with a guide at your side, bike out of Prague for 3.5 hours, making some stops along the way. Once you reach the enchanting Karlstejn Castle, where King Charles IV kept the crown jewels, tuck into a hearty Czech lunch (at your own expense) and take an optional 1-hour guided tour of the castle. Then relax on the train back to Prague.

View Prague’s magnificent sights with ease on a fun 3.5-hour bike tour. With an expert guide, ride from landmark to landmark at a leisurely pace and discover the Czech capital’s captivating history along the way. See top Prague attractions including the Charles Bridge and Old Town Square with its Astronomical Clock; view the graffiti-covered Lennon Wall and bizarre David Cerný statues on Kampa Island, and stop by at Wenceslas Square, the scene of two 20th-century Czech revolutions. Numbers are limited to 20 people to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Witness the best of Prague Old Town and other Prague highlights on a private walking tour. As you stroll between the sights, hear absorbing facts about the city’s 1,000-year history from your knowledgeable guide. Take in the landmarks of the Old Town Square, including the beautiful Astronomical Clock, admire views of Prague Castle and the exquisite Charles Bridge, and visit the elegant Jewish Quarter and Wenceslas Square, the scene of the 1969 Czech Uprising and 1987 Velvet Revolution. An ideal tour for history buffs and first-time visitors.

Visit two of the Czech Republic’s elegant spa towns on a day trip from Prague, with an expert guide. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, head into forested west Bohemia to the town of Karlovy Vary, known for its twelve mineral springs. Explore the town with its graceful colonnades, taste some waters and discover its other claims to fame — crystal glassware, porcelain and herbal liqueur. Enjoy an included lunch, and continue through the lush forests to the handsome spa town of Marianske Lazne to sample some of its equally acclaimed waters.

See how beautiful Bohemia glass, also known as Czech crystal, is made on this half-day factory tour from Prague. Travel by coach to the Czech town of Nizbor and visit a traditional Bohemia glass factory to discover how its leaded crystal glassware is hand made using time-honored techniques. See the molten glass being blown straight from the fiery furnaces; watch skilled artisans hand cut the items into highly decorated vases, glasses, bowls and other pieces; and if you wish, buy some exquisite finished pieces for factory prices at the showroom.