Mobile-Guided Tour of Charles Bridge & Tower with Optional VR Experience

City of a Hundred Spires

Czech Republic’s capital Prague, also known as “the City of a Hundred Spires”, is intersected by the Vltava River. It is around this river that the city was developed over the past 1,000 years, and Charles Bridge is one of the many bridges that span it.

Start your day in our office with friendly staff who will present you with your admission ticket to Old Bridge Tower and a short introduction on how to use your Online Guide. Now you are ready to explore this magnificent and magical Old Bridge Tower and one of the oldest bridges in the world together with this unique self-guided system!

Majestic Infrastructure

The history of the Bridge stretches back to the 9th century. Over the years there have been big changes together with different types of bridges and their purpose. Charles Bridge was a part of the Royal Route and therefore this bridge remembers the Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors, and presidents of Czechoslovakia and the Czech Republic.

Your online guide will point out for you the most important points not only on the bridge, but in the surrounding area as well. Just follow the recommended route in the online guide, carefully curated by our experienced tour guides. You will be guided with a very simple system that uses minimal data from your mobile’s internet connection.

Be sure to make your way up the Old Town Bridge Tower for a spectacular lookout at Old Town, Prague Castle, Lesser Town, and the Vltava River.

Optionally add-on VR glasses for an experience that opens up a 360-degree window to the past. In a 45-minute session, you will see Old Town square through the ages, Prague Castle towering into the clouds, and much more!

Mobile-Guided Tour of Charles Bridge & Tower with Optional VR Experience

Dive into the historical heart of Prague as you traverse Charles Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage site that has seen centuries of royal processions and romantic encounters. This tour invites wanderers to explore every nook and cranny of the bridge’s intricate stonework and statues under the watchful gaze of Old Town Bridge Tower. With its mobile guide, you’ll uncover stories from the past as you stand on stones trodden by generations before you. Accessing this optional virtual reality experience allows a deeper dive into Prague's historic landmarks like Old Town Square and Prague Castle, adding layers to your understanding with each step. Climb 138 steps in the narrow staircase of Old Town Bridge Tower for panoramic views that weave history and modernity together, offering memorable encounters to forge connections while understanding that each stone whispers tales of a city’s enduring spirit.

Exploring Charles Bridge's Gothic Archways

Visit Charles Bridge during the tour's highlight segment where you'll traverse 16 arches, each a testament to medieval craftsmanship. This iconic bridge, lined with Baroque statues and adorned with intricate carvings, spans the Vltava River like a giant’s necklace of history. Each step resonates with tales of emperors crossing on grand processions and lovers meeting at midnight under its watchful gaze. The 30-meter-long stone structures support the weight of centuries, standing as steadfast guardians of Prague's heritage. Marvel at how this bridge not only connects two sides of the city but also bridges eras, inviting you to step into a realm where time loses its grip and every visitor becomes an explorer of yore.

Discovering Old Town Bridge Tower’s Architectural Mastery

Access Old Town Bridge Tower included in the tour package enabling a climb up 138 steps that twist through narrow passageways to reveal breathtaking vistas. This structure, built between 1464 and 1470, stands as a sentinel over Prague’s Royal Route, its Gothic design blending seamlessly with the surrounding medieval architecture. Atop the tower, you’ll find yourself enveloped in panoramic views of the Vltava River, Old Town, Lesser Town, and the majestic silhouette of Prague Castle on the horizon. The climb itself is an adventure through history, each level offering unique insights into the city’s past.

Experiencing Old Town Square's Vibrant Heart

Experience Old Town Square as part of the comprehensive itinerary featuring a virtual reality tour that transports you back in time to witness bustling markets and historical events. This central square, with its cobblestone pathways and array of architectural marvels, has been the stage for Prague’s most significant moments. Here, the Astronomical Clock chimes every hour with mechanical puppets that have entertained visitors since 1490, while nearby Týn Church stands as a symbol of Gothic splendor. The square is not just a place but a living museum that tells stories through its statues and spires.

Witnessing Prague Castle's Majestic Presence

Stop at Prague Castle showcasing the tour’s cultural appeal where you will explore this sprawling complex steeped in centuries of history and legend. As one of Europe’s largest castle grounds, it houses a myriad of architectural styles ranging from Romanesque to Baroque, each building telling a unique story about its era. Highlights include St. Vitus Cathedral with its stunning stained glass windows and the Golden Lane, a charming street lined with tiny cottages that were once homes for court goldsmiths.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Charles Bridge statues historic
• Experience Old Town Bridge Tower views panoramic
• Explore Prague Castle grounds extensive
• Discover Old Town Square history vibrant
• Access VR experience landmarks virtual optional
• Climb 138 steps tower narrow adventurous

Dive for explorers of mystique, enthusiasts of architecture, and seekers of culture, this journey through time weaves history and enchantment, offering memorable encounters to forge connections while understanding that each step resonates with the whispers of Prague’s enduring spirit.