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Nightwatchman of Prague

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Visitors come to Prague in droves to see its bohemian art, cobbled lanes, and centuries’ old bridges and castles. On this unique evening walking tour, leave the navigation to your night-watchman guide, who tells you about Prague’s history while decked out in historical dress. The tour is limited to a small group, meaning you enjoy plenty of personal attention, with plenty of time to ask questions.
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Ages 0-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
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Highlights
  • Tour central Prague with a guide dressed as a medieval watchman
  • See Powder Gate, Vltava River, Old Town Market Square, and Charles Bridge
  • Hear guide commentary about the city’s more controversial history
  • Small-group tour ensures personal attention from your guide

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  • Local taxes
  • Guide in historical dress
What's not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Your tour begins near the gates of Prague’s Old Town. Meet your night watchman guide and get started on an educational tour of the history of Prague between the 14th and 18th centuries. Your guide takes you to historically relevant locations. Walk from Powder Gate to Old Town Square, one of Europe’s largest and most beautiful urban spaces. The square has been Prague’s principal public square since the 10th century. Check out the dramatic, art-nouveau statue of Jan Hus—a Czech theologian and seminal figure of the Bohemian Reformation—in the center. Continue to the banks of the Vltava River. Your final stop is the Charles Bridge, offering panoramic views of Prague Castle. Take advantage of the good viewpoints to take pictures of the castle and the neighborhood.

Start:
  • Prašná brána, Nám. Republiky 5, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia
    Directly in front of the Powder Gate
End:
  • Charles IV statue, Křižovnické nám., Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia
    The tour ends at the beginning of the Charles Bridge.

  • Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 62337P1

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 62337P1

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Itinerary
  • Nám. Republiky 5, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia
    Directly in front of the Powder Gate
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    Pass by
    Charles University
    Il Commendatore Statue
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  • Křižovnické nám., Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia
    The tour ends at the beginning of the Charles Bridge.
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  • Nightwatchman of Prague
    290
    Prague, Czech Republic
    Joined in November 2016
  • enigma82779
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great Tour
    Great tour, a nice way to see Prague at night and to learn about the plague, the guide was very profesional and fun to be around with. Highly recommended thank you Plague Dr. David.
    Written 22 November 2024
  • A9617DNkatieb
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Plague Doctor
    Our tour guide David was excellent!! We had so much fun and learned a lot! We would highly recommend for anyone who visits Prague
    Written 23 October 2024
  • SteveQuentin
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth the money
    Very informative and highly entertaining. Thomas is a great storyteller. Highly recommend this tour. Keep up the good work Dr. Thomas!
    Written 1 October 2024
  • Johanna2014
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unusual, fascinating perspective on Prague's history
    This was one of the best tours we've ever been on - Noa did a spectacular job of bringing the history of the Black Death alive, shedding light on what it was like living in Prague during those periods. It was engaging and informative and enjoyable - just the right amount of time - and gave us an unusual window into the city. Highly recommend!!
    Written 24 June 2024
  • 863pegc
    0 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Needs improvement
    Very difficult to hear our guide, especially in busy tourist areas with noise. You should provide microphone devices. It would be more interesting if the guide could talk about a few real victims rather than only the general statistical facts.
    Written 30 May 2024
  • RobertoSolo
    0 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Back to the plague
    Our host was very good considering it was only her second tour. I enjoyed hearing the stories about the plague but would have loved to hear more personal stories or just more about the plague in general. I feel like you don’t get told enough about it during the tour or at least I felt that way.
    Written 17 May 2024
  • 202terezaj
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    AMAZING TOUR
    My friend and I went on this tour, it was amazing, Tomas was amazing, I really enjoyed it.. it's nice to see the threshold from a different point of view. I can only recommend this tour. I liked the interaction with the people who were in our group. Thank you very much for this experience
    Written 7 May 2024
  • polinaj883
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing experience!
    Yesterday my friend and I were part of this great experience. It was very interesting, entertaining and informative. Our guide, Thomas, was excellent. He was able to transport us to that time, so we were able to picture the scary times very vividly. He even adapted the narrative to all the people involved from all over the world. And he was very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour to everyone.
    Written 6 May 2024
  • jennymayjune
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    More fun than the actual plague!
    A very interesting and fun experience, our guide Thomas was informative AND entertaining. It was a lovely walk around Prague with lots to see, and lots of gross facts to learn! Definitely a highlight of our time in Prague. Flea powder, garlic and cough lozenges recommended 😉
    Written 27 April 2024
  • 413annabeld
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Plague Doctor Tour.
    We initially booked in for the Nightwatchman Tour but was changed at the last minute due to staff illness. However, the communication from the organisers was excellent and prompt, which did not cause problems. Oscar was our plague doctor and he was very informative and clear with his explanation; and kept my boys engaged and interested. We wanted more and for the tour to continue at the end of the 1.5hours.
    Written 7 April 2024
  • E675FCpeterc
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great, fun, interesting and fact filled tour tour.
    Four of us travelled through the streets of Prague and travelled back in time with The Plague Doctor. A very interesting tour visiting the sites with the plague doctor bringing the time of the plague to life with a really interesting and fun tour. We all would recommend this tour as a great way to spend an early evening in the dark backstreets of Prague.
    Written 1 March 2024
  • Y2956DVvickym
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazingly enjoyable!
    Thomas was an amazing plague doctor and tour guide! Had a really enjoyable experience! Enjoyed it so much that we’ve booked the night watchman tour for tonight!
    Written 20 February 2024
  • 857enrics
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Immersive experience
    We had a memorable experience with the Plague doctor tour. It was really immersive thanks to our tour guide, Thomas, who guided us excellently and kept us engaged with questions and explanations. Highly recommended!
    Written 25 November 2023
  • K3802WEgabrielc
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    OSCAR great tour guide and storyteller
    OSCAR is a great tourguide and storyteller! This tour was a real Travel on time and it was my First time in a tour like this and I livre this idea showing history as someone who lived in the 17th century
    Written 23 November 2023
  • Lovable207
    0 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Something different and fun!
    We enjoyed this tour! We were looking for something a bit different than a standard walking history tour and this fit the bill perfectly. Thomas is very entertaining, kept the whole group engaged, and the history of plague life was really interesting (at least it was for this medical professional:). Not very long either, so a nice little activity to round out a day of touristing
    Written 10 November 2023
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AArifin
Dammam, Saudi Arabia183 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Our tour guide was Thomas. No words to describe how fabulous he was. He practically took us back in time with his style of explanation. He was a walking encyclopedia who had great knowledge in history. He was full of life. Really enjoyed the tour and one the best tours I had in Prague. I would say this is must for anyone who wants to have a good insight into the history of prague and walk through the places which you generally tend to miss on city tours.
Written 13 August 2023
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Thomas! It sounds like he made the tour truly special by taking you back in time with his engaging style and extensive knowledge in history. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and consider it one of the best in Prague. Your recommendation to explore the history of Prague through this tour is highly appreciated. If you ever find yourself back in the area, we'd be delighted to have you join us for more insightful and enjoyable tours!
Written 4 February 2024
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Andreas S
Englefield Green, UK7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Friends
An excellent way to learn about the city . This is a tour of the city from the vantage point of a Night watchman and Thomas nailed every minute of it weaving through medieval and modern Prague perfectly, keeping the tour lightweight and interesting. Highly recommended!!
Written 13 October 2023
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Thank you for your enthusiastic recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that the tour with Thomas, the Night Watchman, provided an excellent way to learn about the city. It sounds like he did a fantastic job weaving through the history of medieval and modern Prague, keeping the tour both lightweight and interesting. We appreciate your kind words and would be delighted to welcome you back for more explorations in the future!
Written 4 February 2024
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Daniel C
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
The nightwatchman of Prague is one of those 'cannot miss' activities when coming to Prague. David was our guide, he has a very interactive storytelling approach which not only makes the tour stand out from the others, but also a very interesting and fun way to learn about some facts and historical events from the 1600's. Recommend 1000%!!
Written 14 April 2023
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Sven K
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
We had a lot of fun with our night watchman Oscar and learned a lot about medieval Prague. Even my 14-year-old daughter was excited. The night watchman tours start at 8 p.m. at the Powder Gate and can be booked online.
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Written 28 December 2023
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Das freut uns sehr zu hören! Es klingt nach einer unterhaltsamen und lehrreichen Tour mit Nachtwächter Oskar. Es ist schön zu wissen, dass auch Ihre 14-jährige Tochter begeistert war. Vielen Dank für die Empfehlung, und wir hoffen, Sie und Ihre Familie bald wieder auf einer unserer Touren begrüßen zu dürfen.
Written 4 February 2024
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Lisa B
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Family
Thomas was full of very interesting information and stories. He was also personable and fun. We visited many sites along the way, and heard about them from a different perspective than your average tour. It was time well-spent!
Written 19 June 2023
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Thank you for sharing your positive experience with Thomas! It's wonderful to hear that he provided interesting information and stories in a personable and fun manner. Exploring the sites from a different perspective certainly adds to the experience, and we're glad you found it to be time well-spent. If you ever return to the area or explore other destinations, we'd be happy to have you join us for more enriching tours!
Written 4 February 2024
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Heiko N
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Friends
This was an impressive journey through time through Prague. Our guide David presented the tour very vividly using stories, and it was easy to imagine yourself in the respective era. David answered questions patiently, and you can tell that it's not just a job for him. We had a lot of fun and gained a lot of knowledge. We absolutely recommend this tour and are already looking forward to the next time.
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Written 28 May 2024
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Silke
Deutschland15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
We spontaneously booked this night watchman tour in Prague. To our surprise, we (as a couple) were the only ones who booked and thus had a private tour. The tour was in very well spoken German. The night watchman was very friendly and tried to answer all of our questions. The tour was scheduled to last 60-90 minutes, but we ended up being on the tour for almost 2 hours. We were absolutely thrilled with this very entertaining conversation. Thank you very much.
Google
Written 30 August 2023
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Das klingt nach einer wunderbaren und einzigartigen Erfahrung! Es ist großartig zu hören, dass Sie den Nachtwächterrundgang spontan gebucht haben und dann sogar eine private Führung für sich hatten. Es freut uns, dass der Nachtwächter freundlich war und sich bemüht hat, alle Ihre Fragen zu beantworten. Die Tatsache, dass die Tour länger dauerte und fast 2 Stunden unterwegs war, deutet darauf hin, dass es für Sie eine besonders kurzweilige Unterhaltung war. Vielen Dank für das Teilen Ihrer positiven Erfahrung, und wenn Sie in der Zukunft wieder nach Prag reisen, würden wir uns freuen, Sie erneut begrüßen zu dürfen!
Written 4 February 2024
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Bettina M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Friends
We were a small group with Oskar and despite the rain and cold, it was an entertaining and interesting evening. Jan Hus, executions, beer, and the plague were the topics that Oskar brought to our attention with humor and knowledge. It was a great evening, thank you again Oskar!
Google
Written 1 December 2023
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Vielen Dank für Ihr wunderbares Feedback! Wir freuen uns zu hören, dass Sie trotz des Wetters einen amüsanten und interessanten Abend mit Oskar hatten. Es scheint, als ob Sie eine breite Palette faszinierender Themen genossen haben, von Jan Hus bis zur Pest. Wir werden sicher Oskar Ihr Lob weitergeben. Nochmals vielen Dank, und wir hoffen, Sie bei Ihrer nächsten Reise nach Prag erneut begrüßen zu dürfen!
Written 4 February 2024
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Silvia B
22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
We had a great, entertaining and enriching tour with night watchman Óscar. He helped us discover Prague from a different perspective, as there is a story around every corner and you can take great night photos. The meeting point (Powder Tower) is easy to reach from the center.
Google
Written 18 September 2023
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Vielen Dank für Ihr positives Feedback! Es freut uns zu hören, dass Sie eine tolle, unterhaltsame und bereichernde Tour mit dem Nachtwächter Oscar hatten. Die Möglichkeit, Prag von einer anderen Seite zu entdecken und interessante Geschichten zu hören, macht die Erfahrung sicherlich einzigartig. Die Information zum gut erreichbaren Treffpunkt am Pulverturm ist hilfreich. Wir hoffen, dass Sie noch viele weitere faszinierende Entdeckungen auf Ihren Reisen machen, und würden uns freuen, Sie in der Zukunft erneut bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen!
Written 4 February 2024
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Stephanie S
14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
We thouroughly enjoyed the Nightwatchman tour through Prague old town. Our guide was Martin and he was very informative and made the tour lots of fun. Loved the authentic clothes they wear and hearing about life in 1633 Prague. Highly recomend this tour.
Written 29 February 2020
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Dear W5962GRstephanies, Thank you so much for this awesome review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the medieval walk with your Nightwatchman. Thanks also for your further recommendation. Best wishes from Prague. Your nightwatchmen
Written 6 March 2020
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