Prague Castle at night with illuminated Gothic architecture.
Group of people on a night tour near Prague Castle, illuminated spires in background.
Visitors exploring a dimly lit courtyard near Prague Castle at night.
Street lamp illuminating a wall with faded text in Nový Svět, Prague.
Narrow cobblestone street in Prague Castle area at dusk, illuminated by street lamps.
Cobblestone street with lanterns at dusk near Prague Castle.
Visitors walking through cobblestone streets near Prague Castle at night.

Alchemy & Mysteries of Prague Castle Guided Tour

Prague
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Dive into an beautiful evening with the Alchemy & Mysteries of Prague Castle Guided Tour in Prague, Czech Republic. This magical journey begins at Old Town Square and takes you across the Vltava River to explore Strahov Monastery's stunning library and uncover tales like those behind the "Devil’s Bible" and “Hole to Hell.” Delve into Prague’s dark history while learning about figures such as King Wenceslas and Emperor Charles IV.

Discover Prague’s mysterious side on a 3-hour night tour through Prague Castle and the historic Old Town.

Cross the Vltava River and visit Strahov Monastery while hearing the legend of the infamous 'Devil’s Bible.'

Admire iconic landmarks like St. Vitus Cathedral and St. George’s Basilica beautifully lit against the night sky.

Walk along the historic Golden Lane, once home to goldsmiths and writer Franz Kafka.

Hear chilling stories of Prague’s past as you explore Daliborka Tower, Lesser Town, and Wallenstein Palace.

3-hour Prague Castle night tour

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Entry into certain buildings in the castle complex

Interiors of Prague Castle

Prague Castle at night with illuminated Gothic architecture.

Prague Castle at night with illuminated Gothic architecture.

As night falls, this tour will take you on a magical adventure of places in and around Prague Palace. You start off from the heart of the city, the Old Town Square, the oldest square in Prague. Your guide will take you across the river Vltava, to see the Strahov Monastery, known as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. At the monastery, your guide will tell you about the “Devil’s Bible”, and stop for a while by “Hole to Hell”. Learn about the city’s dark history, from “Good King” Wenceslas to Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV and the golden age of Prague during the rule of Emperor Rudolf II. Apart from breathtaking views of Prague by night, you’ll also get to see the Golden Lane, once the home of Franz Kafka.

Let your guide regale you with other haunting tales from the history of the fascinating structures that the Palace houses. The St. Vitus Cathedral, and the St. George’s Basilica are beautiful churches and look majestic against the night sky. Walk along the Golden Lane, named after the goldsmiths and artisans that used to live in these houses in the 17th century. The Daliborka Tower can be seen at the eastern end. Under the basement is a dungeon that used to house prisoners. The pulley mechanism that used to lower them into this dungeon is still visible. You will then move onto Lesser Town, where you can see the grand Wallenstein Palace. Built in the 17th century, the architectural influence of the Wallenstein Palace has a much more modern flavor compared to the other buildings in the Prague Palace. Your three-hour tour will come to an end here.

Group of people on a night tour near Prague Castle, illuminated spires in background.

Group of people on a night tour near Prague Castle, illuminated spires in background.

Visitors exploring a dimly lit courtyard near Prague Castle at night.

Visitors exploring a dimly lit courtyard near Prague Castle at night.

Street lamp illuminating a wall with faded text in Nový Svět, Prague.

Street lamp illuminating a wall with faded text in Nový Svět, Prague.

Additional information

  • Wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
Narrow cobblestone street in Prague Castle area at dusk, illuminated by street lamps.

Narrow cobblestone street in Prague Castle area at dusk, illuminated by street lamps.

Cobblestone street with lanterns at dusk near Prague Castle.

Cobblestone street with lanterns at dusk near Prague Castle.

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Operating hours

Prague Castle

Monday
6:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday
6:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday
6:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday
6:00am - 10:00pm
Friday
6:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday
6:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday
6:00am - 10:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

St Vitus Cathedral

Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
Saturday
9:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
Sunday
12:00pm - 5:00pm • last entry 4:40pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

St. George's Basilica

Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday
9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

The tour mentions 'Good King' Wenceslas, Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, and Emperor Rudolf II.
Yes, you should wear comfortable shoes because a moderate amount of walking is involved.
Your guide will be able to speak English and German.
Highlights include visiting Strahov Monastery and hearing about the 'Devil’s Bible,' as well as seeing iconic landmarks like St. Vitus Cathedral beautifully lit against the night sky.
The tour starts from Old Town Square, which is in the heart of Prague city.
The tour lasts for 3 hours.
You will hear chilling stories from Prague’s past, including tales related to King Wenceslas and Emperor Rudolf II.
You'll hear about the ‘Devil’s Bible’ at Strahov Monastery during your visit.
Entry into certain buildings in the castle complex and interiors of Prague Castle are not included.
Yes, you will also explore Daliborka Tower, Lesser Town, Wallenstein Palace, and walk along the historic Golden Lane.

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