Prague Castle Walking Tour with a Licensed Local Guide
Overview
Explore Prague Castle with a licensed local guide who brings its history, legends, and hidden stories to life. Discover all four courtyards, the castle gardens, and the landmarks that shaped Czech history.
What You’ll Discover:
- St. Vitus Cathedral: See the exterior of Prague’s Gothic masterpiece and learn why construction took almost 600 years.
- Old Royal Palace: Hear the dramatic story of the Defenestration of Prague.
- Beautiful Prague views
- Castle courtyards: Explore all four courtyards and discover the castle’s changing role in Czech history.
- 11:00 departure: See the Main Changing of the Guard ceremony with music.
- afternoon departure: Discover Golden Lane and its legends, including its connection with Franz Kafka.
Please note: This tour explores the outdoor areas and courtyards of Prague Castle and does not include visits inside the castle buildings. For a tour that includes the castle interiors, search Cool Shore Excursions for our Complete Prague Castle Tour.
What's Included
- A 30-minute public transport ticket is included in the tour price.
- Fun engaging storytelling
- Certified Guides
Meeting Location
Klárov 1
118 00 Praha 1-Malá Strana, Czechia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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St. Vitus Cathedral
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Royal Palace
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Third Castle Courtyard
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. George's Basilica
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Golden Lane
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Second Courtyard Of Prague Castle
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Nor recommended for wheelchair users, and kids in strollers as not all trams we take are accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The 11 AM tour includes the Change of Guards with Music. 3 PM Tour includes the Golden Lane. Otherwise, the tour covers exactly the same sights.
- Group size can be up to 30 people max.
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour start! Since the group takes the tram to the castle it won't be possible for you to join if you arrive late.
- A refund can only be issued if you cancel 24 h prior
- Animals and bulky luggage is not allowed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-205344P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- A 30-minute public transport ticket is included in the tour price.
- Fun engaging storytelling.
- Certified Guides.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Prague Castle Walking Tour with a Licensed Local Guide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Nor recommended for wheelchair users, and kids in strollers as not all trams we take are accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Prague Castle Walking Tour with a Licensed Local Guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A 30-minute public transport ticket is included in the tour price.
- Fun engaging storytelling
- Certified Guides
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Nor recommended for wheelchair users, and kids in strollers as not all trams we take are accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The 11 AM tour includes the Change of Guards with Music. 3 PM Tour includes the Golden Lane. Otherwise, the tour covers exactly the same sights.
- Group size can be up to 30 people max.
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour start! Since the group takes the tram to the castle it won't be possible for you to join if you arrive late.
- A refund can only be issued if you cancel 24 h prior
- Animals and bulky luggage is not allowed
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
