2 h 30 min
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Prague Castle Tour

Bobby – your guide local with energy that’s truly contagious (in the best way possible)
A thousand years of history on a single hill: cathedrals, palaces, gardens, and unforgettable views.
Explore Prague Castle at an easy pace, in a small group, with zero boring speeches.

On this tour:

  • 📍 Meeting point: Nám. J. Palacha 79/1, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha, Czechia (🗺️ View on map)
  • Mánes Bridge & park with two monuments related to WWII
  • Climb to Prague Castle and the Deer Moat
  • Southern Gardens, Black Tower and Daliborka Tower
  • Golden Lane – free entry after 5:00 PM
  • St. Vitus Cathedral and Royal Palace
  • Spanish Hall (a great story about one of the largest art collections in the world, from Rudolf II)

About this tour

The tour is entirely in English – clear, engaging, and refreshingly unscripted.
Expect 2.5 hours to fly by… or at least to find yourself secretly hoping it never ends. 😉

The tour begins in two parks that already have stories to tell:

One is a reminder of World War II, the other reflects the communist era – complete with miniature socialist buildings that have now become quirky retro landmarks.

Here you’ll learn how Prague’s landscape and spirit have changed over the last century – what was lost, what survived, and what still echoes in the city today.

Rudolf II: The Mad Collector Who Turned a Castle into a Legend

Inside the castle complex, Bobby takes you through tales of kings, saints, spies, and alchemists. One figure, in particular, stands out: Rudolf II – the most eccentric ruler in Czech history.

An obsessive collector of art, astrology charts, and all things strange… but also a man with mental health issues who lived in seclusion and indulged in his own peculiar world.

His castle felt more like a museum, a laboratory, or at times, a madhouse. Thanks to him, we now have countless bizarre legends – and Bobby delivers them with humor, respect, and passion.

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What our walkers say

Tour reviews 🏰

Bobby was so nice all the time, combines the information and the fun perfectly, super recomended
Renan
Traveled in group
Bobby was AMAZING!!! Best tour I took - cool guy accommodating funny , knowledgeable , good photographer and great experience and follow up recommendations - Highly Recommend!
Oded
Traveled as couple
Bobby ist ein sehr guter Guide. Nimmt Rücksicht auf seine Gruppe z.B. er sprach für uns langsam, damit dir ihn besser verstehen können. Die Tour ist für kleinere Kinder geeignet, da wir nicht schnell gegangen sind. Bobby gibt auch tolle Tipps für die...
Elena
Traveled with family
Fantastic walking tour! The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared great insights about Prague’s history and culture. A perfect way to explore the city’s landmarks and hidden gems. Highly recommended!
Olga
Traveled in group
My son and I really enjoyed Bobby's tour. It had a good pace, good amount of information and Bobby even shared links to some of his favorite places in Prague
Tom
Traveled as couple
Bobby was a great tour guide! You could tell he was very passionate about Prague’s history which led into a very interesting and fun dialogue. He was also very helpful in giving out recommendations of things to do or best places to eat around the cit...
Sebastian
Traveled as couple
Bobby was a delightful tour guide. He was entertaining, joyful, and fun. He covered all the areas we wanted to see and was informative. I love history, so I would've enjoyed more historical context, especially in a country with such a rich religious ...
Paula
Traveled in group
It was really amazing
Amr Ahmed
Traveled alone
Bobby was very informative and passionate about his city
Silvana
Traveled alone
Bobby is an excellent guide. We loved his perspective and point of view of the city and the castle. He is really charismatic and we could tell he loves his job. We enjoyed every second of the tour and would do it again!
Paula
Traveled in group
Hello Bobby, we had an amazing day today! Exploring the places with your history stories was truly enjoyable. Your insights made the tour fascinating, It was a memorable experience for my nephew and me, and your kindness was greatly appreciated. Than...
Nihan
Traveled as couple
I originally booked the tour to be able to discover Prag a bit more than I would have otherwise would have on my short trip. However, I wasn't interested in doing some guided tour of a non native which would sound like a rehearsed monologue. Bobby's ...
Solveig
Traveled alone
Incredible experience, really personalised and with a lot of interesting information. Definitely a must if you’re interested in learning about Prague Castle
Carlos
Traveled alone
Bobby is absolutely amazing!! He added such value to my trip to Prague and will definitely recommend him. He is warm, friendly, energetic, funny,informative and provided so much historical information and stories about Prague. My mom was from Prague ...
Amy
Traveled with family
We had the pleasure of having Bobby as our tour guide, and it was an exceptional experience. Bobby shared a wealth of interesting facts that kept everyone engaged throughout the tour. Their enthusiasm was infectious, making the entire journey enjoyab...
Ingrid
Traveled as couple
Bobby was a fantastic guide! Only my husband and I showed up for the tour, but he made a great effort to ensure it was both fun and informative. He’s a really nice and energetic guy. By the tour title I thought it was an older person but Bobby is you...
Aryane
Traveled as couple

Frequently Asked Questions

The word “free” doesn’t just mean “gratis”; it also means freedom—to choose what you pay at the end of the tour. CzechTours guides don’t earn a fixed salary. They go above and beyond to give you an amazing experience and earn your recommendation. It’s not about money—your satisfaction matters most. Most guests leave €15 or more per person.

Simply choose your preferred tour and time, then fill out the short reservation form. You’ll get a confirmation email right away – no payment needed in advance.

👉 After booking, you can also view, modify, or cancel your reservation anytime through our
tour panel.
If you ultimately cannot attend, we would greatly appreciate it if you could cancel your reservation in advance. That way, we give other travelers the opportunity to join the experience! 😊

Comfortable walking shoes, a bottle of water to keep you going, and plenty of enthusiasm for a great time. Optional: An umbrella, in case the sky decides to get dramatic. ☁️🌧️

Don’t worry—just let us know. You can cancel or change your date at any time, and our guides will truly appreciate the heads-up (honestly!). You can easily manage your booking in the Tour Panel.

Running a few minutes late? No problem—we can share the group’s real-time location so you can catch up during the tour. It’s not ideal… but it’s better than missing out on all the history and juicy communist gossip! 😉

After two and a half hours exploring the city with our guide, you’ll realize that putting a price on this experience isn’t so easy.

Many people show up with just €15 in their pocket… but by the end (after laughing, learning, and comparing with other tours) they choose to support what we do a little more. And we appreciate it from the bottom of our hearts. ❤️

If you’ve spent any time in Prague, you know how much a good meal or a few beers cost… or even a tour that doesn’t give you half the value. So if you enjoyed the tour, thank us in whatever way feels right. 😄

We accept Czech crowns, euros, dollars—and we’re on PayPal and Revolut too.

Bobby

Your guide is Bobby

A Czechoslovak native with a London accent, after 12 years in the UK. He’s the kind of person who always has energy to spare and doesn’t know what a bad mood is.

He loves history, food, music – and that strange chemistry between a city and its stories.

Meeting point

Nám. J. Palacha 79/1, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha, Czechia

Need any help?

Got questions about your booking, meeting point, or what to bring? We’re here to help – just reach out and our guide team will point you in the right direction.
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