Prague Castle, Strahov Monastery & Castle District Classic Tour
by Prague Pulse Tours
Choose from 1 available option
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.€80Overview
This walking tour focuses on the history and architecture of Prague Castle, the Castle District, and Strahov Monastery. The tour lasts about two and a half hours and includes a licensed local guide. The tour begins by taking tram number 22 to the top of the Castle District hill, where the guide explains how to use Prague's public transport system from a nearby park. The group visits Strahov Monastery, spending about ten minutes exploring the monastery itself and seeing the Monastery Brewery. The guide also shares stories about the monastery’s library and its unusual items. Next, the tour continues on foot through the Castle District, where the guide describes the area’s main square, the sgraffito architecture, and the historical defenestration event in Prague. At the entrance to Prague Castle, the group learns about the castle’s founding over 1,000 years ago while viewing the ornate main gate. Inside the castle complex, the guide discusses the final architectural updates made in the 20th century. The tour includes a visit to St. Vitus Cathedral, built under King Charles IV, where the guide points out historical details scattered throughout the building. The group also sees the Czech president’s office and enjoys views of the cathedral from this vantage point. The walking tour concludes by visiting the palace, where architectural changes over centuries are visible in one building. From March to October, the itinerary includes the castle gardens, offering city views and the site of the 1618 defenestration of Prague. Participants must have a valid tram ticket to join the tour; the guide can assist with purchasing one at the meeting point. No entrance fees for paid monuments are included or required on this tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Park near meeting point
The guide explains how to use Prague’s public transportation system in this park before taking the tram.
5 min
Strahov Monastery
The group visits the monastery at the top of the Castle District hill, spending about ten minutes there.
10 min
Monastery Brewery
The tour includes a look at the brewery located within Strahov Monastery.
Strahov Monastery Library
The guide shares stories and points out unusual items found inside the historic monastery library.
5 min
Castle District walk
Participants walk through the Castle District, observing its architecture and historical sites.
Defenestration of Prague site
The guide explains the history of the most recent defenestration event in Prague, which took place here.
10 min
Castle District main square
The group visits the main square of the Castle District and learns about its significance.
Sgraffito Architecture
The tour includes a stop to admire the detailed sgraffito architectural style found in the district.
5 min
Prague Castle main gate
Before entering, the guide explains the Castle complex and its founding over 1000 years ago while observing the ornate main gate.
15 min
20th century castle updates
The group learns about architectural changes made to the castle complex during the 20th century.
10 min
20th century castle updates (repeat)
Further details about the 20th-century modifications to the castle are shared.
10 min
St. Vitus Cathedral
The tour includes a visit to the cathedral built under King Charles IV, with explanations of its historical features.
20 min
Czech president’s office and cathedral view
Participants see the office of the Czech president and get notable views of the cathedral.
10 min
Castle palace architecture
The guide points out architectural evolutions visible in the palace building, shaped by successive rulers.
5 min
Castle gardens and defenestration site (seasonal)
During the March to October season, the tour includes the gardens with city views and the location of the 1618 defenestration.
20 min
Meeting point
Your guide will be standing on the Jan Palach Square. They will be holding a purple umbrella.
End point
End in the heart of the Old Town with easy access to restaurants and more.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Prague Castle, Strahov Monastery & Castle District Classic Tour
by Prague Pulse Tours
Choose from 1 available option
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.€80Overview
This walking tour focuses on the history and architecture of Prague Castle, the Castle District, and Strahov Monastery. The tour lasts about two and a half hours and includes a licensed local guide. The tour begins by taking tram number 22 to the top of the Castle District hill, where the guide explains how to use Prague's public transport system from a nearby park. The group visits Strahov Monastery, spending about ten minutes exploring the monastery itself and seeing the Monastery Brewery. The guide also shares stories about the monastery’s library and its unusual items. Next, the tour continues on foot through the Castle District, where the guide describes the area’s main square, the sgraffito architecture, and the historical defenestration event in Prague. At the entrance to Prague Castle, the group learns about the castle’s founding over 1,000 years ago while viewing the ornate main gate. Inside the castle complex, the guide discusses the final architectural updates made in the 20th century. The tour includes a visit to St. Vitus Cathedral, built under King Charles IV, where the guide points out historical details scattered throughout the building. The group also sees the Czech president’s office and enjoys views of the cathedral from this vantage point. The walking tour concludes by visiting the palace, where architectural changes over centuries are visible in one building. From March to October, the itinerary includes the castle gardens, offering city views and the site of the 1618 defenestration of Prague. Participants must have a valid tram ticket to join the tour; the guide can assist with purchasing one at the meeting point. No entrance fees for paid monuments are included or required on this tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Park near meeting point
The guide explains how to use Prague’s public transportation system in this park before taking the tram.
5 min
Strahov Monastery
The group visits the monastery at the top of the Castle District hill, spending about ten minutes there.
10 min
Monastery Brewery
The tour includes a look at the brewery located within Strahov Monastery.
Strahov Monastery Library
The guide shares stories and points out unusual items found inside the historic monastery library.
5 min
Castle District walk
Participants walk through the Castle District, observing its architecture and historical sites.
Defenestration of Prague site
The guide explains the history of the most recent defenestration event in Prague, which took place here.
10 min
Castle District main square
The group visits the main square of the Castle District and learns about its significance.
Sgraffito Architecture
The tour includes a stop to admire the detailed sgraffito architectural style found in the district.
5 min
Prague Castle main gate
Before entering, the guide explains the Castle complex and its founding over 1000 years ago while observing the ornate main gate.
15 min
20th century castle updates
The group learns about architectural changes made to the castle complex during the 20th century.
10 min
20th century castle updates (repeat)
Further details about the 20th-century modifications to the castle are shared.
10 min
St. Vitus Cathedral
The tour includes a visit to the cathedral built under King Charles IV, with explanations of its historical features.
20 min
Czech president’s office and cathedral view
Participants see the office of the Czech president and get notable views of the cathedral.
10 min
Castle palace architecture
The guide points out architectural evolutions visible in the palace building, shaped by successive rulers.
5 min
Castle gardens and defenestration site (seasonal)
During the March to October season, the tour includes the gardens with city views and the location of the 1618 defenestration.
20 min
Meeting point
Your guide will be standing on the Jan Palach Square. They will be holding a purple umbrella.
End point
End in the heart of the Old Town with easy access to restaurants and more.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.