Prague Castle Walking Tour (Tip-based tour)
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore all 4 courtyards of Prague Castle + gardens (summer) with certified Prague guides.
**What You'll Discover:**
- St. Vitus Cathedral: Czech Republic's architectural gem, why it took 600 years to build and what plan Charles IV had with it
- Old Royal Palace (exterior): Defenestration of Prague courtyards & summer gardens hidden gems
- **11am tour**: Main Changing of the Guard with music (daily highlight!)
- **3pm tour** (2pm winter): Magical Golden Lane—alchemists & Kafka's house
**Why Choose Us:**
Licensed Prague guides sharing insider stories with laughs.
**Key Details:**
- Tip-based: €3 booking; tip for castle mastery
- Max 25 guests
- 2h30m moderate pace + interiors
- Start Malostranská → End Castle courtyards
Book your time slot now!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will be joining the pay-what-you-wish tour. You pay 3 EUR per person upfront to secure your spot and decide how much you would like to tip the guide at the end of the tour, only after you've experienced the tour. Our guides are highly motivated to give you the best tour possible.
The 11 AM tour includes the Change of Guards with Music. 3 PM Tour includes the Golden Lane. Otherwise, the tour covers exactly the same sights.
Only groups of max. 8 travelers per booking are allowed to join this tour. Larger groups need to book our private tour.
Group size can be up to 30 people max.
You will need a tram ticket. You can purchase the ticket at the tour meeting point.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour start! Since the group takes the tram to the castle it won't be possible for you to join if you arrive late.
A refund can only be issued if you cancel 24 h prior
Animals and bulky luggage is not allowed
Nor recommended for wheelchair users, and kids in strollers as not all trams we take are accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
St. Vitus Cathedral
You will see the exterior of St. Vitus Cathedral. If you want to visit the paid parts of the cathedral, see our Complete Prague Castle Tour.
Old Royal Palace
Hear the story of the Second Prague Defenestration as you admire the Gothic exteriors of the Old Royal Palace.
What‘s Included
Certified Guides
Tram Ticket - cost is 30 CZK/1.2 EUR (per person)
Options
Incl. Big Change of Guards
incl. Golden Lane
Golden Lane: The afternoon Prague Castle Tour includes the Golden Lane, which opens for free after 4 pm in winter and 5 pm in summer.
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative and fun
CCK1013,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very pleasant and informative tour. V is very knowledgeable of the history and good sense of humor.
3pm tour includes Golden Lane
belpp2015,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We highly recommend this castle tour and we were lucky to have an excellent guide, Petr (Peter) - he was so knowledgeable and we learnt so much about Prague history and the Castle and grounds and he made the tour enjoyable and timed it very well to coincide with changing of the guards! 5*
Another must do for visitors to Prague
Darren A,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Following a fantastic walking tour the previous day, we decided to book onto the Prague Castle tour—and we’re very glad we did. Our guide this time was Jay, who was just as engaging and knowledgeable as Kamil had been the day before. His English was excellent, and he brought the history of the castle and its surroundings to life in a way that was both interesting and easy to follow. Once again, this was a really enjoyable experience, and I’d strongly recommend it to anyone visiting Prague. It’s a far better way to understand what you’re seeing than simply walking around on your own. Apart from a small booking fee, the tour operates on a voluntary donation basis at the end. It’s genuinely excellent value, and if you’re able to, I’d say £10–£20 per person is a very fair contribution for the quality of the experience.
Castle Tour
Eric M,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We benefitted from a fantastic guide (Nico) who provided historical context for the many sights we visited. Highly recommend.
Excellent in every way ....
jude p,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent in every way . Great guide with lots of information about the history of the castle. A fascinating place. Definitely worth a visit
Prague Castle tour
Chaitanya G,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Unfortunately it was extremely cold and windy but the guide made it bearable. It was an excellent tour and at the end we paid the tour guide ‘david’ a reasonable tip in accordance with our budget. David was funny and interactive with all of us and overall a Very highly recommended tour
Good historical castle walk
Martin L,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Lots of historical details, gentle walk well guided. Enjoyed it, though only saw things from the outside, need to do it again and go inside.
Not to be missed
857moragf,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.002nd walking tour with this company and can’t rate them highly enough! Friendly, helpful, fun and above all sooooooo knowledgable! We had a great time with Mike, learning everything he knew from the history books as well as from family experiences! Incredible!! If you do nothing else while in Prague, do these walking tours!
Unforgettable Prague Castle tour with Kuba
Natalia N,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic walking tour of Prague Castle with our guide Kuba — easily one of the highlights of our trip! From the very beginning, Kuba brought history to life with passion, humor, and an incredible depth of knowledge. He didn’t just recite facts — he told stories that made the centuries-old walls of the castle feel vivid and alive. His ability to weave together history, architecture, legends, and local insights kept the entire group engaged from start to finish. Kuba’s energy and charisma made even the smallest details fascinating. He patiently answered questions, adapted the pace to the group, and made sure everyone felt included — whether history buffs or first-time visitors. We left not only with great photos, but with a much deeper understanding of Czech history and culture. If you’re visiting Prague and want more than just sightseeing — something truly memorable — don’t miss a tour with Kuba. Highly, highly recommended!
Great overview of Prague Castle
tracylfearon,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this tip-based tour after participating in a similar tour earlier in the week. Our guide, James, was friendly, knowledgeable, and readily answered questions. I was initially surprised that he is not a Czech native, but his decades living in Prague showed in his extensive knowledge of Prague in general, and Prague castle specifically. My family appreciated that he was American, as they found it easier to pay attention when their ears didn't have to navigate through an unfamiliar accent. After a week of walking 8-10 miles a day, including an intense hiking excursion the day prior, we appreciated that the tour tour a public tram to the top of the castle hill instead of walking up the stairs! We were glad we arrived to the tour meeting spot about 10 minutes early, as we did have to go into the metro station to purchase a tram ticket (very easy and inexpensive). At the end, we tipped 500 CZK, which is roughly $25 USD.
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