Jewish Quarter Escorted Skip-the-Line Tickets & Optional Audio Guide

Journey through Prague’s Jewish legacy

Start your journey near the Maisel Synagogue, a striking Gothic Revival structure first built in the late 16th century. Receive your admission tickets from your guide and get a 20-minute introduction to Prague’s 700-year-old Jewish Quarter.

Discover the heart of the Jewish Quarter

Explore the historically rich Jewish Quarter at your own pace, including the main synagogues – Maisel, Pinkas, Spanish, Old New, and Klausen. Visit the Old-New Synagogue, one of the oldest active synagogues in central Europe. Marvel at the impressive interiors of the Spanish Synagogue, a 19th-century masterpiece built in the Moorish Revival style that today houses a Jewish museum.

Stroll through the Old Jewish Cemetery

Step into the Old Jewish Cemetery, where over 12,000 densely packed gravestones, spanning the 15th to the 18th centuries, stand as a quiet reminder of the past. Read the names and stories etched into the stones as you wander through the narrow paths and get a glimpse into centuries of Prague’s history.

Tailor your experience

Enhance your visit to this UNESCO World Heritage by opting for the mobile audio guide in your preferred language. Packed with information and insightful commentary, it offers historical context and compelling stories, painting a vivid picture of the Jewish Quarter over the centuries.

When you opt for the mobile audio guide, you’ll also receive complimentary discount vouchers for the top restaurants, shops, and services in Prague, allowing you to explore the best the city has to offer at discounted prices.

Jewish Quarter Escorted Skip-the-Line Tickets & Optional Audio Guide

Dive into Prague’s Jewish history with a skip-the-line entry, guided by a knowledgeable escort who introduces you to centuries of cultural heritage at every turn. Discover the Maisel Synagogue, Pinkas Synagogue, and Old-New Synagogue, each offering unique insights into Prague's rich Jewish past. Stroll through Europe's third oldest Jewish cemetery, where over 12,000 tombstones whisper tales of resilience and faith. With an optional audio guide in your preferred language, you can delve deeper into the narratives that shaped this community, enhancing your journey with a comprehensive understanding of each site’s significance. This tour weaves together history and spirituality, offering memorable encounters to forge connections while recognizing the complex tapestry of Jewish life in Prague.

Wandering Through Maisel Synagogue's Historical Exhibits

Visit Maisel Synagogue during the tour's highlight segment where historical artifacts are displayed under glass domes, illuminating the tumultuous history of Prague’s Jewish community. This synagogue stands as a testament to resilience and cultural preservation, housing exhibitions that narrate the vibrant life and challenges faced by Jews in the city over centuries. Each exhibit brings visitors face-to-face with personal stories and objects that reflect the synagogues’ transformations from sacred spaces into museums.

Discovering Pinkas Synagogue's Wall of Names

Experience Pinkas Synagogue as part of the comprehensive itinerary featuring a poignant memorial to thousands of Czech Jews who perished during World War II. The synagogue’s walls bear over 78,000 names meticulously inscribed in memory, creating an atmosphere that is both somber and reflective. This sacred space not only houses these tributes but also boasts stunning Baroque architecture adorned with intricate frescoes, making it a profound destination within the Jewish Quarter.

Marveling at Old-New Synagogue’s Gothic Architecture

Explore Old-New Synagogue representing the tour's centerpiece where Gothic elements blend seamlessly to create an awe-inspiring sanctuary. Built in 1270, this synagogue is the oldest functioning one in Europe and boasts a unique structure with its pointed arches and ribbed vaults that evoke a sense of timelessness. Inside, visitors are greeted by stunning details such as carved wooden bimah (reading platform) and intricately detailed Torah ark, which together offer an immersive glimpse into medieval Jewish life.

Discovering Old Jewish Cemetery’s Timeless Tombs

Access Old Jewish Cemetery included in the tour package enabling explorers to wander among over 12,000 tombstones that narrate centuries of history. The cemetery's dense layout and worn stones evoke a sense of reverence as you walk through its narrow paths, each step marking another chapter in Prague’s rich cultural heritage. This sacred ground serves not only as a burial site but also as a museum where the past comes alive through every weathered inscription.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Maisel Synagogue historical exhibits highest viewpoint
• Experience Pinkas Synagogue wall of names moving memorial
• Explore Old-New Synagogue Gothic architecture architecturally impressive
• Discover Old Jewish Cemetery timeless tombs historically significant
• Access included skip-the-line tickets convenient seamless entry
• Opt for audio guide in preferred language uniquely enriching experience

Immersed for explorers of history, devotees of spirituality, and seekers of cultural heritage, this guided journey through Prague's Jewish Quarter weaves together stories of resilience and faith, offering memorable encounters to forge connections while understanding the complex tapestry of Jewish life in Prague.