Prague Jewish Quarter and Old Town Tour
Prague, Czech Republic
Trip Type: City Tours
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Become acquainted with Old Town Square and its Astronomical Clock and the former Jewish Quarter and visit it synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery.
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Become acquainted with Old Town Square and its Astronomical Clock and the former Jewish Quarter and visit it synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery.Prague's Jewish Quarter, also known as Josefov or "Joseph's Town" is one of the most well-preserved in all of Central Europe. This tour begins with a guided walk through Old Town, where our guide will share glimpses into the thousands of years of history this city has to offer.
Next, you'll enter the Jewish Quarter at the home of Franz Kafka's birthplace and continue through the former Jewish ghetto filled with its own unique history and culture. Highlights include the "Old-New Synagogue", which is the longest-standing in all of Central Europe, along with the ancient gravestones of the Jewish Cemetery. Plus, you'll discover which building is the rumoured home of the gollum. This district has played a powerful role throughout the extensive history of Prague and is well worth a visit.
Next, you'll enter the Jewish Quarter at the home of Franz Kafka's birthplace and continue through the former Jewish ghetto filled with its own unique history and culture. Highlights include the "Old-New Synagogue", which is the longest-standing in all of Central Europe, along with the ancient gravestones of the Jewish Cemetery. Plus, you'll discover which building is the rumoured home of the gollum. This district has played a powerful role throughout the extensive history of Prague and is well worth a visit.
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