St Vitus Cathedral exterior with Gothic architecture in Prague, Czech Republic.
Interior of St Vitus Cathedral featuring ornate gold altar and religious iconography.
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Highlights

  • Enjoy a 2.5-hour guided tour that takes you through the castle complex, including St. Vitus Cathedral and offers a scenic tram ride to the top of Prague Castle.
  • Admire the intricate details within St. Vitus Cathedral and explore the peaceful beauty found in the Basilica of St. George.
  • Discover Golden Lane's charming street lined with colorful cottages that were once home to castle residents.
  • Experience an insightful tour beyond what guidebooks offer, guided by someone who speaks your language: English/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Czech-speaking.
  • Did you know? The Rolling Stones illuminated the entire Prague Castle for their iconic 2007 concert.

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St Vitus Cathedral exterior with Gothic architecture in Prague, Czech Republic.
Interior of St Vitus Cathedral featuring ornate gold altar and religious iconography.
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Explore Prague Castle’s highlights

The journey starts at Malostranská metro station where you'll be greeted by your representative. Take a scenic tram ride to Prague Castle, enjoying stunning views of the city as you go. Upon arrival, use your Skip-the-line ticket for immediate access and explore with an English/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Czech-speaking guide who will reveal the castle's secrets. In the Old Royal Palace, visit Vladislav Hall where the Defenestration of Prague occurred, igniting the Thirty Years’ War. Enter St. Vitus Cathedral to admire its stained glass windows and 14th-century mosaics while exploring tombs of notable figures like St. Wenceslas and Charles IV.

A journey through time

Next, visit St. George's Basilica where you'll experience a tranquil contrast to the castle’s grandeur. Admire ancient fresco fragments and ascend the double staircase to view the remains of St. Ludmila. Don’t miss Golden Lane, an beautiful alley with colorful cottages that once housed artists and goldsmiths such as Franz Kafka. Throughout your tour, your guide will provide engaging commentary, uncovering hidden stories and intriguing facts like the alchemist legends associated with Golden Lane.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 2.5-hour guided exploration of the interiors at Prague Castle complex
  • Guide proficient in English/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Czech-speaking
  • Skip-the-line access to Old Royal Palace included
  • Direct entry without waiting lines into St. Vitus Cathedral provided
  • Bypass queues for admission to St. George’s Basilica
  • Priority entrance to Golden Lane, avoiding the line
  • Complimentary tram ticket supplied
  • Headphones available for use during tour
  • (Optional) Private guided tour in English/French/Spanish/Italian or German based on chosen option
  • (Optional) Hotel pick-up service from Prague as per selected option
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

The tour lasts for 2.5 hours.

It begins at the Malostranská metro station where you meet your guide and board a scenic tram ride to the castle.

You can have a guide who speaks English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, or Czech.

Yes, you get skip-the-line entry to several attractions including the Old Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral.

The Defenestration of Prague took place there, which initiated the Thirty Years’ War.

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or pram/stroller.

You should wear comfortable shoes as there will be extensive walking on the tour.

Children must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over.

You'll explore St. Vitus Cathedral, the Basilica of St. George, and Golden Lane with its colorful cottages.

Yes, all personal expenses are excluded from what is included in the tour package.

Bring along your comfortable shoes for extensive walking on the tour.

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or pram/stroller.

Please note that skip-the-line access only applies to the ticket counter—all visitors are still required to go through security checks, which can take time, especially during peak hours. Children must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over. Parts of the castle may be closed to visitors on occasions of state visits. Wear warm clothing in autumn/winter time and bring an umbrella in case of rain.

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