Guided Tours

Alchemy & Mysteries of Prague Castle Guided Tour

Prague Castle illuminated at night during Alchemy & Mysteries guided tour.

Skip the daytime crowds and see Prague Castle illuminated after dusk. Hear tales of alchemy and astrology surrounding Prague's most iconic landmarks!

Highlights

Witness the beauty of Prague after sunset, where you can experience the city from a different perspective
Wander through Old Town Square, where alchemists and astrologers once worked
Be entertained and intrigued by a guided tour at night that teaches you about Prague's darker days
See the city's landmark sites such as the Old Town Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and St. George’s Basilica
Learn the mysteries of the palace and all the legends associated with it
Tours are available in English & German

Inclusions

Tram ride
Expert guide

Exclusions

Entry into certain buildings in the castle complex
Interiors of Prague Castle

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Lizelle

5/5

Jul, 2024

Great sights, very interesting and informative. Excellent guide. No problems with ticketing at Headout at all.

Gustavo

5/5

Mar, 2024

Easy and very pleasant experience

Barbie

5/5

Feb, 2024

Martin was an excellent guide! Prague is so magical in the evening.

Melanie

5/5

Nov, 2023

From the very good German of the guide and the nice care, we had a pleasant and informative time.

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Zsolt

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Oct, 2024

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Your Experience

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.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Wear comfortable shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your guide
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid Student IDs
Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid any delays

Meeting Point

Meet your tour guide In front of the wooden door at Týnská 7 (Czech Republic, Týnská 7, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia)
Directions from the Astronomical Clock: Cross the Old Town Square towards Tyn Cathedral. Facing Tyn Cathedral take the narrow lane (Týnská) between the Cathedral and the beige Baroque building (Kinsky Palace). Once you are standing behind Tyn Cathedral you will see the big wooden door of building number 7.
To locate the meeting point on Google Maps, simply search for - Prague Trips & Tickets Center

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

By Metro:

If you are taking the metro, get off at either the Staromestska stop (line A), or the Namesti Republiky station (line B)
They are both about 10 minutes from the meeting point

By Tram:

Get off at the Namesti Republiky stop by taking the tram #6, 8, 15, or 26.
Cross the Old Town Square towards the Tyn Cathedral
Once you get behind the Tyn Cathedral, you will see a huge signboard saying Prague Trips & Tickets.

By Bus: