Best of · PRAGUE HIDDEN GEMS TOURS
Popular prague hidden gems tours sell out on summer weekends and before Christmas. Below: 15 to book ahead, what each includes and how they compare.
Ride beyond Prague’s central sights on a three-hour English-language bike tour through New Town, Lesser Town, and up to Vyšehrad. Stops include the Lennon Wall, Kampa Park, modern art, and the Church of St. Cyril, where your guide discusses the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich. Guides have included George, Emma, Tom, and Maartje.
“Great ride, Maartje was a magnificent guide. Set a great pace. Offered lots of history at each stop.”
Spend about three hours exploring Prague’s New Town pubs with a guide such as Viktor, Lukas, Tomas, or Pavel. The tour includes five craft beers, about 1.5 liters in total, plus a digital beer map and local tips. Expect Czech beer traditions, city stories, and time to chat with a group capped at 12. Wine or a nonalcoholic drink can replace beer.
“This was an excellent 3 hour experience, learning all about the history of Czech beer and drinking a variety of recommended ones by our guide . All of which were fab . Our guide was very knowledgable and great company . We laughed a lot and learned a lot. Well worth it !”
Join a licensed local guide for a two-hour walk from Charles Bridge through Old Town and Josefov to Old Town Square. Expect stories about Jan Hus, the Jewish Quarter, the Golem legend and the Astronomical Clock, plus narrow lanes and courtyards. Groups are capped at 14. Guides have included Adam, Jacob, David, Matyas and Joachim, though your guide may differ.
“Jacob was an excellent guide. He was knowledgeable and kept things moving at the perfect pace. Was eager to answer questions. Highly recommend!”
For $45, ride from central Prague along the Vltava, past the Dancing House and Nusle Bridge, to Vyšehrad’s cathedral and national cemetery. Your guide connects the route to Prague’s World War II history, including the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich. A bike and helmet are included; tours run in English or Dutch.
“It was surprisingly fun and a nice way to see Prague. Our tour guide gave us a lot of insights and I liked the historical facts and information that he told us. Definitely recommend it!”
Walk from Lesser Town across Charles Bridge into Old Town and Josefov, seeing the Astronomical Clock alongside passages and quieter streets. An English-speaking local guide connects the sights to Bohemian history, the Velvet Revolution and daily life, with practical food and beer tips. The core walk takes about two hours; private, castle-tour and river-cruise options extend the outing.
“Our guide, Michal T., did a fantastic job. He explained so many details with great humor. We had a wonderful two-hour walking tour and learned a lot.”
Walk from the National Theatre and Petřín Hill to Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and Old Town Square with a private local guide. The 3.5-hour route mixes landmark stories with smaller finds, and you can ask to focus on your interests. A local drink or tasting is included. Guides named by past participants include Stephen, Hana, Michal, Pavel, Mesh, and Lloyd.
“Michal did a great job with our city tour! We not only saw the expected popular sights in Prague but also enjoyed some of the more uncommon (but super interesting) spots! Michal shared many great stories and interesting bits of Prague history along the way and has much enthusiasm for his native country. We also stopped at a delightful cafe and enjoyed delicious treats. Highly recommend!”
Spend about three hours walking between five food and drink stops in Vinohrady, away from Prague’s busiest Old Town streets. Try koláč, svíčková, dumplings, klobása, beer, and Becherovka while your English-speaking guide shares local food traditions and Prague history. Guides have included Julia, Saul, and Dimitri. Groups are capped at 12.
“Our whole family had the most incredible time on this food tour! Saul was an outstanding guide, so knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely passionate about sharing the local culture. He made a point to connect with everyone in our group, checking in often to ensure we were all having a great time. We loved learning about the history and traditions behind each dish, and the opportunity to explore a more local, authentic side of Prague made the experience even more special. The food was absolutely delicious, every stop offered something unique and memorable. If you're considering this tour, we highly recommend it. And you're in luck if you get Saul, he…”
Start near Prague Castle at 9:00 AM for a four-hour English-language walk through Strahov Library, Nový Svět, St. Vitus Cathedral, St. George’s Basilica, and other historic corners. The route also describes Petřín Tower views. Guides named in recent tour accounts include Barbara, Barbora, Joseph, Erika, and Adam. The group is capped at 15.
“We really enjoyed this "Hidden Gems" walking tour of Prague with Joseph. He was flexible (met us off the tram), very personable and knowledgeable about Prague. Loved the Strahovska monastery - the library was a revelation with ancient books and artifacts, the brewery was absolutely awesome - neither of us normally drink beer but it was completely delicious. Loved the Loretta and especially the treasury too. But best of all was spending time with Joseph understanding his views on Czech life, politics etc. He guided us to make good lunch choices too. The only reason I didn't give this tour 5 stars is that we would have preferred for Joseph…”
Follow an English-speaking guide on a three-hour walk through Prague’s food culture, from chlebíčky and historic-restaurant soups to Czech wine, gingerbread, goulash and a secret dish. The group is limited to 10. Guides such as Jakub and Martin add food, city history and glimpses of everyday Prague life along the way.
“It was enough time to rake a seat and have a chat weithin the group.”
Walk about 2.5 km from central Prague to Lennon Wall, passing the Powder Tower, Old Town Square, Pařížská Street, the Jewish Quarter, Rudolfinum, Charles Bridge, and Kafka Museum. Your local guide shares city history, Jewish stories, legends, and practical tips. Guides have included Buse, Prince, Tipi, Nivea, and Daniela. Entry fees are not included.
“Este Tour está pensado para hacerlo el primer día que llegas llegas a Praga, en nuestro caso lo hicimos el último, ya habíamos visitado varios de los sitios que nos enseñó la guía. Lo recomiendo para el primer día.”
Join Martin Opolecký for a private 90-minute run through Prague, with hotel pickup available at city-center hotels. You set a comfortable pace as he shares city history and leads you to famous sights such as Charles Bridge and Old Town Square, along with less-visited places. Choose a departure time from 5am to 10pm.
“It was a very Nice tour. Nice to see the city before there are too many people. Nice way to start the day!! The guide was very good. Told the history showed us the viewpoints and was very good in feeling ok how fast Can the run go. Very good running guide👌”
Explore unusual corners of Prague at your own pace with an online browser app of quizzes and puzzles, plus a PDF guide to mysterious places. The tour costs $5 for a group of up to six and is valid for 10 days from activation. Register your booking code before starting; the digital setup can take some patience.
“Very difficult to activate the code and had to download a separate app which was challenging to use.”
Meet your guide outside Saint Ludmilla Church for a three-hour food tour with up to 10 people. Visit a bakery and three local restaurants for Czech dishes such as svíčková, knedlik, koláč, and klobása, then finish with Czech beer and Becherovka. Guides speak English or Spanish. Juan has been praised for his engaging hosting style.
“Paige and I had a lovely evening with Juan trying different Czech food. The food and drink was amazing and our guide Juan was very engaging.”
This small-group Prague tour links Strahov Library, castle courtyards, Lesser Town and Charles Bridge with a local tram ride, Czech snacks, a drink and a 45-minute audio cruise. The group is capped at eight. Guides named on past tours include Veronica, Maria and Martin, though your guide may differ.
“Our tour guide, Veronica, was terrific! We learned about Prague, history, landmarks, life here. Excellent itinerary and overview. Good to do early in our visit so we could identify where to return. Absolutely fantastic.”
Spend three hours on a private walk through Prague’s Old Town and New Town, following passages, alleyways, courtyards, and parks that are easy to miss alone. Your guide shares the city’s history, and the route can be shaped around your interests. Guides named April and Dennis have been associated with the experience. Hotel pickup is offered at select hotels.
“It was a great tour of Prague with beautiful and concrete explanations seen many beautiful things. And enjoyed a delicious limoncello spritz.van EmmaAuto-translated”
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