Prague
Discover Prague’s historic Jewish Quarter
Neighborhood Discoveries • 3 hours
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Discover Prague’s historic Jewish Quarter
The Old-New Synagogue, chocolate babka and the Prague Golem.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Spend 3 hours deep in Prague’s Jewish history, with your host who is passionate about the history of the Josefov neighborhood
- Experience the monumental Jewish Quarter, seeing its poignant and beautiful sites
- Dive into the history at the Old-New Synagogue or take it all in as you stroll through Pařížská Street, go at your own pace with your host by your side
- Discover hidden gems within this UNESCO World Heritage Site, through a local lens - you’ll explore this vibrant neighborhood known for its touching history
- Enjoy samples from the array of Kosher restaurants and bakeries
- Get a few recommendations from your host about other ways to take in Prague’s Jewish Quarter’s history
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
3 hours with your host
Scenic walking experience
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll go back in time over 1000 years (figuratively, we haven’t worked out how to do it literally yet) and discover the checkered history of Prague’s Jewish Quarter, known by its locals as Josefov.
You’ll have one of our local Prague hosts by your side as you explore the warren of old lanes and learn a little about the area’s painful past which will give you a greater appreciation for your surroundings - which are all a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as it happens.
Discover the spectacular architecture of the Old-New Synagogue (ask them about the name), or indeed any one of the five synagogues to which the area is home.
Stroll along the tree-lined Pařížská Street, make a stop at the Old Jewish Cemetery or Museum of Decorative Arts at its border, see the monument of Franz Kafka and hear the local legends of the mysterious Prague Golem.
You’ll inevitably find yourself in one of the many Kosher bakeries in the neighborhood (it happens to all of us), so we recommend trying chocolate babka or rugelach, a stuffed pastry made from cream cheese dough. Not your average history lesson.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of our Neighborhood Discoveries experiences in Europe
Ron
Apr 2025
Natalia was amazing and is a licensed historical guide as well. She not only showed us the most interesting food, but important sites of Prague. She is extremely knowledgeable and kind. I highly recommend this tour.
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November 2024
Martin gave us a great first time experience touring Prague. His knowledge of all things Prague was exceptional and helped us emerge ourselves in Prague's history and people. He was very friendly and helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him.
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Tracy
Oct 2023
Nataly was the best!! This was my first time in Prague so I signed up for a full 8 hour private tour. Nataly personalized the experience and we went to many major sites all over Prague. We stopped for coffee, food, beer, and Prosecco along the way too. All perfect! Nataly knows the city and history very well! I learned a lot. It was truly a magical day and night. Thank you Nataly!
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Michele
Oct 2023
Mohktar was extremely friendly which made the evening extremely comfortable He was knowledgeable of the Czech food culture. He went out of his way to make our evening enjoyable
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Linda
Jul 2023
A fantastic food and drink tour tasting a good number of traditional foods. Mokhtar was a very good host.
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Les
Jun 2023
He was a great guide; very knowledgeable & friendly. We never stopped conversing our entire time with him.
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