Grand City tour of Prague

Prague is the largest city and the capital of the Czech Republic. It has been the hub of cultural, political and economic growth in Europe, and is a large part of its rich heritage. It was founded in the Roman era and continued to grow through several others such as the Gothic, the Renaissance, and the Baroque eras, making it a complete visual treat. It is home to the beautiful river Vltava, where you can have romantic cruises.

A World Heritage site recognised by UNESCO, the Prague Castle is the biggest medieval castle in the world. It covers a massive area nearing 70,000 square metres. Presently, it is the most enormous coherent castle complex in the world. The Prague Castle is a spectacular blend of delicate architectural styles spanning across a millennium. Ranging from 10 century Roman to modifications in the Gothic style of the 14th century, these walls contain delectable architectural flavours from several hundreds of years. Lovers of architecture and history are sure to fall in love with this world heritage site.

The second largest brewery in not only Prague but also in the Czech republic, the Staropramen Brewery is located in the district of Smíchov in Prague. Indulge in the finest beers in the world as you sip on premium brews, on the house.

The Vltava is the longest river in Prague, at 430 kilometres. It spans more than half of the Bohemian region and around a third of of the Czech Republic. The famous Charles Bridge is built over Vltava, and is one of the most popular sites to visit in all of Czech Republic. Rich in architectural heritage, it makes for a stunning sight.

The Old Town Squares showcases several styles of architecture in the Gothic Church of Our Lady. The Prague Orloj, an astronomical clock constructed in medieval times, is located on the Old Town Hall. Installed in 1410, the astronomical clock is still in operation, the oldest one at that, and is the third oldest astronomical clock in the entire world. The Baroque St. Nicholas Church, which is in the town square, displays a panoramic sight of Old Town.

There is a free pick-up at the hotel you had mentioned during the purchase of the ticket. Alternatively, you can get to Václavské námestí 27, from where the tour bus will take you to the gates of Prague Castle. The entire tour, including the bus journey, is about 8.5 hours. You will experience a comprehensive tour of the vast history and rich culture of Prague.

Inside Prague Castle you will visit some of the most prominent monuments, including the Basilica of St. George, St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace and a stroll through the Golden Lane. The entire castle complex gives a glimpse of the architecture of the Holy Roman and Bohemian Empires. Once the tour of the castle is done, you will take a bus ride to the famous Staropramen brewery. Learn the secrets of the Czech beer production with an audiovisual show.

After this, you will go to a popular beer bar to enjoy a few Czech delicacies and a couple of premium Czech beers. Once you are refreshed, you will go past the National Theatre and Dancing House along the river, all the way to the legendary Charles Bridge. The next stop is the Old Town Square that has served as the business hub of Prague for several centuries. Here you will see the legendary astronomical clock mounted on the southern wall of the Old Town Hall. Every hour, figures flanking the clock are set in motion. The ingenuity of the 15th-century clockmakers is marvellous to observe.

Finally, a river cruise on the Vltava awaits. Picturesque views of the Prague Castle, National Theatre and other monuments abound from your vantage point. Observing the beauty of Prague from the river is an exhilarating experience. You can enjoy a scrumptious dinner accompanied by a live musical performance on the water body beneath the Charles Bridge or Vysehrad. The tour concludes with the dinner, and you will be dropped off at your hotel by the tour bus.