Prague Castle Alchemy and Mysteries Night Walking Tour
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This three-hour night walking tour covers Prague Castle and its surroundings, focusing on the alchemy and mysteries connected to the reign of Rudolf II. The tour begins outside the building at Tynska 627/7 in Prague 1. It proceeds through historic streets where the guide explains local legends, including the story of the Golem and the Devil’s Bible, both referenced in Dan Brown’s The Secret of Secrets. Participants visit Staromestske namesti to learn about Prague’s alchemists, then see the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, Kinsky Palace, and the Jan Hus Monument. The route continues along Parizska Street with commentary on the extravagant lifestyle at Rudolf II’s court. The group passes the Old-New Synagogue and the Jewish Ghetto, views the Charles University faculty building, and stops at the Rudolfinum cultural center. Crossing Manesuv Most, the tour offers a panoramic twilight view of Prague Castle, ideal for photos. A tram ride takes participants to Malostranske namesti in the Prague Castle District. Here, the guide shares stories about astronomers Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler and their connection to Rudolf II’s court. The tour visits the Strahov Monastery, including its library and the 12th-century monastery brewery, where “Holy beer” can be purchased. Next, the group sees the Cernin Palace, associated with legends about a former gate to Hell, and views the exterior of a pilgrimage site linked to the Santa Casa legend. The oldest Capuchin monastery in the Czech Republic is also visited, with stories about its history and conflicts with Protestants. The walk continues through Novy Svet, where baroque ramparts and historical houses remain, including the former residence of Tycho Brahe. The main highlight is a 30-minute night view of Prague Castle itself. The tour then proceeds to Garden Na Baste, where participants can stand in the center and experience unique acoustic effects. Stops include the Mihulka Powder Tower, important during Rudolf II’s era for alchemists, followed by St. Vitus Cathedral, whose construction spanned 1000 years. The group visits St. George’s Basilica, the resting place of St. Ludmila, and the Golden Lane with its brightly painted houses and stories of alchemists and prisoners. The Daliborka prison tower is also seen, with its legend of a knight imprisoned for revolting against serfdom. The tour concludes with a walk through Prague’s oldest vineyards, reputedly cultivated by Duke Wenceslas, preserving their original appearance within the city. The entire tour is outdoors with no interior access. It includes a professional English or German-speaking guide and is conducted in a small-group walking format. Hotel pickup and public transport are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mcgee's Trips & Tickets
The tour starts in front of the building at Tynska 627/7 in Prague 1.
5 min
Staromestske namesti
The guide explains the practice and importance of alchemists in Prague.
5 min
Church of Our Lady before Tyn
View one of Prague’s most impressive churches from outside.
Kinsky Palace
See the Rococo-style building housing the National Gallery in Prague.
Jan Hus Monument
Stop by the monument honoring Jan Hus, a symbol of resistance against oppression.
Parizska Street
Hear about the lavish lifestyle at Rudolf II’s court and its financing.
3 min
The Old-New Synagogue
Listen to the legend of the Golem, linked to Dan Brown's The Secret of Secrets.
3 min
Jewish Ghetto Main Section
Pass by the most impressive part of the Jewish Ghetto.
Charles University Original Faculty
See one of the original four faculties of Charles University in Prague and its historical building.
Rudolfinum
Drive-by the neo-renaissance Czech culture center.
Manesuv Most
Admire the Charles Bridge at twilight and the panoramic view of Prague Castle.
5 min
Malostranske namesti
Take a tram ride to the Prague Castle District.
5 min
Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler
Hear about the two astronomers’ stay in Prague during Rudolf II’s reign and related mysteries.
3 min
Strahovsky Klaster
Visit the Strahov Monastery, its library, and brewery where monks brewed “Holy beer.” Listen to stories about the Devil’s Bible and a stolen treasure.
10 min
Strahov Monastery Brewery
See the 12th-century monastery brewery; “Holy beer” is available for purchase.
2 min
Cernin Palace
View the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building and hear about the nearby supposed gate to Hell and its legend.
3 min
Pilgrimage Site with Santa Casa Legend
See the exterior of this pilgrimage destination with its precious treasure and listen to the legend of Santa Casa where baby Jesus was born.
3 min
Oldest Capuchin Monastery in Czechia
The oldest Capuchin monastery in the Czech Republic. The monastery was a thorn in the side of Prague´s Protestants from the start, including Tycho Brahe, whose observatory lay not far from the monastery. What happened next?
2 min
Novy Svet
See remains of baroque ramparts and the only preserved timbered house in Prague’s historic center. Pass the former home and workplace of Tycho Brahe from 1600.
8 min
Prague Castle
Spend 30 minutes viewing the monumental Prague Castle at night.
30 min
Garden Na Baste
Climb to the center of the garden and try projecting one’s voice from this point.
3 min
Mihulka Powder Tower
View the tower important to alchemists during Rudolph II’s era, alongside the Summer Palace.
3 min
St. Vitus Cathedral
See the cathedral, the tour’s highlight, and learn about its 1000-year construction.
5 min
St. George's Basilica
View the basilica, the burial place of St. Ludmila, an early Bohemian Christian martyr.
2 min
Golden Lane
Walk the Golden Lane with its brightly painted houses and hear legends of alchemists and prisoners who lived there.
8 min
+ 2 more places this tour can include
Meeting point
Attention: the meeting point is in front of the house, Tynska 627/7, not Tynska ulička 627/8
End point
next to the entry to the subway A line, or tram station
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Prague Castle Alchemy and Mysteries Night Walking Tour
by Mcgee's Trips Tickets
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€56Overview
This three-hour night walking tour covers Prague Castle and its surroundings, focusing on the alchemy and mysteries connected to the reign of Rudolf II. The tour begins outside the building at Tynska 627/7 in Prague 1. It proceeds through historic streets where the guide explains local legends, including the story of the Golem and the Devil’s Bible, both referenced in Dan Brown’s The Secret of Secrets. Participants visit Staromestske namesti to learn about Prague’s alchemists, then see the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, Kinsky Palace, and the Jan Hus Monument. The route continues along Parizska Street with commentary on the extravagant lifestyle at Rudolf II’s court. The group passes the Old-New Synagogue and the Jewish Ghetto, views the Charles University faculty building, and stops at the Rudolfinum cultural center. Crossing Manesuv Most, the tour offers a panoramic twilight view of Prague Castle, ideal for photos. A tram ride takes participants to Malostranske namesti in the Prague Castle District. Here, the guide shares stories about astronomers Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler and their connection to Rudolf II’s court. The tour visits the Strahov Monastery, including its library and the 12th-century monastery brewery, where “Holy beer” can be purchased. Next, the group sees the Cernin Palace, associated with legends about a former gate to Hell, and views the exterior of a pilgrimage site linked to the Santa Casa legend. The oldest Capuchin monastery in the Czech Republic is also visited, with stories about its history and conflicts with Protestants. The walk continues through Novy Svet, where baroque ramparts and historical houses remain, including the former residence of Tycho Brahe. The main highlight is a 30-minute night view of Prague Castle itself. The tour then proceeds to Garden Na Baste, where participants can stand in the center and experience unique acoustic effects. Stops include the Mihulka Powder Tower, important during Rudolf II’s era for alchemists, followed by St. Vitus Cathedral, whose construction spanned 1000 years. The group visits St. George’s Basilica, the resting place of St. Ludmila, and the Golden Lane with its brightly painted houses and stories of alchemists and prisoners. The Daliborka prison tower is also seen, with its legend of a knight imprisoned for revolting against serfdom. The tour concludes with a walk through Prague’s oldest vineyards, reputedly cultivated by Duke Wenceslas, preserving their original appearance within the city. The entire tour is outdoors with no interior access. It includes a professional English or German-speaking guide and is conducted in a small-group walking format. Hotel pickup and public transport are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mcgee's Trips & Tickets
The tour starts in front of the building at Tynska 627/7 in Prague 1.
5 min
Staromestske namesti
The guide explains the practice and importance of alchemists in Prague.
5 min
Church of Our Lady before Tyn
View one of Prague’s most impressive churches from outside.
Kinsky Palace
See the Rococo-style building housing the National Gallery in Prague.
Jan Hus Monument
Stop by the monument honoring Jan Hus, a symbol of resistance against oppression.
Parizska Street
Hear about the lavish lifestyle at Rudolf II’s court and its financing.
3 min
The Old-New Synagogue
Listen to the legend of the Golem, linked to Dan Brown's The Secret of Secrets.
3 min
Jewish Ghetto Main Section
Pass by the most impressive part of the Jewish Ghetto.
Charles University Original Faculty
See one of the original four faculties of Charles University in Prague and its historical building.
Rudolfinum
Drive-by the neo-renaissance Czech culture center.
Manesuv Most
Admire the Charles Bridge at twilight and the panoramic view of Prague Castle.
5 min
Malostranske namesti
Take a tram ride to the Prague Castle District.
5 min
Tycho Brahe and Johannes Kepler
Hear about the two astronomers’ stay in Prague during Rudolf II’s reign and related mysteries.
3 min
Strahovsky Klaster
Visit the Strahov Monastery, its library, and brewery where monks brewed “Holy beer.” Listen to stories about the Devil’s Bible and a stolen treasure.
10 min
Strahov Monastery Brewery
See the 12th-century monastery brewery; “Holy beer” is available for purchase.
2 min
Cernin Palace
View the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building and hear about the nearby supposed gate to Hell and its legend.
3 min
Pilgrimage Site with Santa Casa Legend
See the exterior of this pilgrimage destination with its precious treasure and listen to the legend of Santa Casa where baby Jesus was born.
3 min
Oldest Capuchin Monastery in Czechia
The oldest Capuchin monastery in the Czech Republic. The monastery was a thorn in the side of Prague´s Protestants from the start, including Tycho Brahe, whose observatory lay not far from the monastery. What happened next?
2 min
Novy Svet
See remains of baroque ramparts and the only preserved timbered house in Prague’s historic center. Pass the former home and workplace of Tycho Brahe from 1600.
8 min
Prague Castle
Spend 30 minutes viewing the monumental Prague Castle at night.
30 min
Garden Na Baste
Climb to the center of the garden and try projecting one’s voice from this point.
3 min
Mihulka Powder Tower
View the tower important to alchemists during Rudolph II’s era, alongside the Summer Palace.
3 min
St. Vitus Cathedral
See the cathedral, the tour’s highlight, and learn about its 1000-year construction.
5 min
St. George's Basilica
View the basilica, the burial place of St. Ludmila, an early Bohemian Christian martyr.
2 min
Golden Lane
Walk the Golden Lane with its brightly painted houses and hear legends of alchemists and prisoners who lived there.
8 min
+ 2 more places this tour can include
Meeting point
Attention: the meeting point is in front of the house, Tynska 627/7, not Tynska ulička 627/8
End point
next to the entry to the subway A line, or tram station
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.