Prague: Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets
Dive into Prague's rich Jewish history with a fascinating tour of the Jewish Quarter, including synagogue visits and captivating stories about the city’s Jewish heritage. Learn, explore, and experience one of Prague's most significant cultural sites.
Overview
Discover the fascinating history and culture of the Jewish Quarter (Josefov) in Prague on a guided walking tour that offers an in-depth look into the area's rich Jewish heritage and its modern-day significance. Your expert guide will provide a thorough overview of the quarter's history, introducing you to its landmarks, and sharing stories of Prague’s Jewish community, including its most notable figures.
The tour begins at the Maisel Synagogue, located at Maiselova 5, where you’ll meet your guide. From here, you will walk through the heart of Josefov, the Jewish Quarter, which is home to a number of significant cultural and historical sites. As you explore, your guide will share insightful stories about the Jewish community, their historical contributions to Prague, and the impact of historical events on their lives and traditions.
As part of the tour, you will visit several of the most important synagogues in Prague, each with its own unique history and architectural style. The Maisel Synagogue, the Pinkas Synagogue, the Spanish Synagogue, and the Old New Synagogue are all part of the itinerary, each offering a glimpse into the rich spiritual and cultural legacy of Prague’s Jewish community. Your guide will provide fascinating commentary about the significance of each synagogue, as well as stories that bring the history of the Jewish Quarter to life.
A key highlight of the tour is the visit to the Old Jewish Cemetery, one of the oldest and most historically significant Jewish cemeteries in Central Europe. As you walk through this somber yet beautiful site, your guide will explain the history behind the tombstones, many of which date back to the 15th century, and share stories of the prominent individuals buried here.
Throughout the tour, your guide, an expert in the Jewish history of Prague, will offer detailed insights into the history, culture, and people of the Jewish Quarter. Their stories and explanations will help you understand the challenges and triumphs faced by Prague’s Jewish community through the centuries, and provide a deeper connection to the landmarks and history that shape the area today.
Please note that appropriate attire is required when entering the synagogues, as they are places of worship. Visitors should ensure they are dressed modestly, with covered arms, shoulders, and abdomen. Swimwear and footwear are not permitted inside the synagogues.
This guided walking tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich Jewish history of Prague, a city whose Jewish community has shaped the course of its past and continues to influence its present. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking to learn more about this fascinating neighborhood, this tour is an unforgettable way to experience one of Prague's most important cultural districts.
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Highlights
- ● Visit the historic Jewish Quarter (Josefov) and discover its rich history.
- ● Explore Prague’s synagogues, including the Old-New Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue.
- ● Reflect at the Old Jewish Cemetery, one of the oldest Jewish burial grounds in Europe.
- ● Learn about the Holocaust and Jewish culture at the Pinkas Synagogue and Jewish Museum.
- ● Learn from an expert guide about Prague's Jewish heritage and its lasting impact.
What's Included and What's Not?
Included
- Live guide
- Entrance tickets to Maisel, Spanish, Pinkas and Old New synagogues, Jewish Cemetery
Not Included
- Hotel Transfer
- Personal Expenses
Not Suitable For This Activities
- ●People with mobility impairments
Not Allowed This Activities
- ●Smoking indoors
Important Information
What to Bring
Information Before Booking
- ●This tour includes visits to significant religious and memorial sites, so guests are asked to dress modestly when entering the synagogues.
- ●The walking tour is suitable for most travelers, but it does involve walking for about 3 hours.
- ●If you're particularly interested in Jewish history and culture, this is an excellent opportunity to explore the depth of Prague’s Jewish heritage.
- ●The tour operates rain or shine, so check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.&
Know Before You Go
- ●The exact meeting point and tour confirmation details will be provided after booking.
- ●Please, note that entering the Jewish Synagogues premises inappropriately dressed is prohibited (e.g. without outer clothing, with exposed arms, shoulders and abdomen, in a swimsuit, without shoes).
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Gemma
- Italy
20 January
Perfetto,la guida Anna è veramente competente, simpatica e disponibilissima.
Patrick
- France
20 January
Superbe visite, on sent bien que Jana est passionnée par le sujet Nous avons passé un excellent moment.
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20 January
Perfetto,la guida Anna è veramente competente, simpatica e disponibilissima.
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20 January
Superbe visite, on sent bien que Jana est passionnée par le sujet Nous avons passé un excellent moment.
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18 January
David fue un guía estupendo muy documentado ...lo recomiendo
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03 January
Extremely disappointed with this tour. I lost 165 euros. This was supposed to be the most important tour of our stay in Prague. Started 1/2 hour late. Catastrophic organization, a crazy world in front of the entrance then we are told to wait. Finally our guide arrives, gives us our entrance tickets and we start with the 1st synagogue in which we stay barely 5 minutes with no explanation she puts us in front of a film then we leave without explanation, when I ask her why we don't stay longer, she tells me that we don't have time, we will have other explanations later. Then visit of the cemetery, still nothing interesting to tell us, while I saw the other guides provide a host of details and stories to the other groups. The visit continues always the same and when I ask questions, she answers beside the point. Totally incompetent guide and knows nothing about the history of the Jews. I learned nothing. Prefer 1 audio guide or individual guide
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31 December
Veronica was the best! She gave so much detail and information.
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