Nightwatchman of Prague

Prague, Czechia

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Join the night watchman and enter the town of Prague of the 17th Century. Follow the track of the noblemen, common people and colorful figures, that made history. A historical tour from the old Powder Gate through a charming old place, but also by wars and plague shaken city, until the river Vltava and the Charles Bridge. A historical tour through the centuries to bring the past back to life. Experience the beauty of the city when crowds of tourists disappear and the night watchman stays on duty on his watch with his lantern and halberd.

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Itinerary
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Stop At: Prasna brana, Namesti Republiky, 5 Stare Mesto, Prague Czech Republic

At the start of our tour we introduce the old Powder Gate, one of the 13 gates that protected Prague. Built in the 15th Century and storing also the gun powder since 17th century, which gives the gate its name.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Ovocny trh, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic

At the fruit market we talk about the old market place, the food of common people and offer our bread of the common people to our guests.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Estates Theatre, Zhelezna 540/11, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic

We travel back to the times of Mozart when playing his premirere of Don Giovanni in the famous Estates Theater. This is also a location where we introduce a local hero of the Czech Republic.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Charles University, Opletalova 38, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia

We pass by the first middle european university.

Pass By: Il Commendatore Statue, Ovocny trh, Prague Estates Theater near Havel Market, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic

We pass by the statue of Il Commendatore, reminding us the first play of Don Giavanni in 1787.

Stop At: Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock, StaromEstske NamEsti 1, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic

At the old town square we talk about the town hall, the market place, the defenestration and famous executions that took place.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Jan Hus Monument, Praha 1 Staromestske Namesti, Prague 11000 Czech Republic

We stop by in the 14th and 15th Century at the monument of Jan Hus and pay honor to the Hussites of Prague.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Church of Our Lady before Tyn, Staromestske Namesti 604 Stare Mesto, Prague 110 00 Czech Republic

We introduce one of the oldest churches we can find nowadays, the Tyn church from 1368.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Rudolfinum, Alsovo Nabrezi, 12, Prague 11000 Czech Republic

We pass by the Rudolfinum of Prague and take a break at a quiet spot along the riverside. This place offers a perfect location to make pictures or simply enjoy the stunning view on the Prague Castle.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Charles Bridge, Karluv Most, Prague 11000 Czech Republic

We end our tour at the beginning of the Charles Bridge, talk about the nobles from the other side and Charles IV.

Duration: 15 minutes

Inclusions

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Local taxes
Guide in historical dress

Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

Additional information

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Wheelchair accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
This experience 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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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