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Josefov: The 15 Best Jewish Quarter Tours in Prague

39 tours  ·  from $4 a head

Josefov keeps six synagogues and a cemetery that holds twelve layers of graves. These 15 tours compare guides, ticket inclusion and length, and none of them runs on a Saturday.

Prague: Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets - The pace, group size and likely wait
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Prague: Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets

1.Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,729 reviews · 2h 30m · from $76Our pick

Walk Prague’s Josefov with a licensed guide, visiting the Maisel, Pinkas, Spanish and Old-New synagogues, plus the Old Jewish Cemetery. Expect stories that connect Jewish and Czech history, including the persecution of Prague’s Jews under the Nazis. Guides include Peter, David and Jana. Admission is included; the walk lasts about 150 minutes.

“Petr (Peter) was phenomenal! Knowledgeable, funny and patient. The sights of the tour were very enlightening and sobering. Would definitely recommend this tour and Peter to all.”

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Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Guided Tour in German - From Charles University to the Astronomical Clock
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Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Guided Tour in German

2.Old Town and Jewish Quarter Guided Tour in German

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,143 reviews · 2h 15m · from $29

In 135 minutes, a German-speaking guide leads you from Old Town Square through the streets of Josefov to Charles Bridge. Expect the Astronomical Clock, Kafka’s birthplace, synagogue exteriors, and plenty of historical context. Groups are capped at 16, and children up to 12 join free with a parent.

“Dagmar was the best and did an excellent Tour with us. Her explanation of the Astronomical Clock was Perfect and to the point; her Tour was interesting, and at the same time highly entertaining. Only the explanations on the Jewish quarter were too short, and we did not even visit the Jewish cemetery.”

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Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Guided Walking Tour - Josefov: Jewish history from the street
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Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Guided Walking Tour

3.Old Town and Jewish Quarter Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,847 reviews · 1h 30m · from $22

Walk for 90 minutes through Josefov and Prague’s Old Town with a licensed guide, hearing about the Jewish Quarter, its synagogues and cemetery, and the Astronomical Clock. The tour stays outdoors, so you won’t enter the monuments. Guides speak English, Spanish, French, German or Italian.

“Our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. She did very well with quite a large group and the tour was very interesting”

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Prague: Jewish Quarter Ticket with optional Audio Guide - Pinkas Synagogue: drawings and remembrance
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Prague: Jewish Quarter Ticket with optional Audio Guide

4.Jewish Quarter Ticket with optional Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,107 reviews · 1 day · from $55

Meet your host for a 20-minute English introduction and short orientation walk, then visit the Old Jewish Cemetery, four synagogues, and the Robert Guttmann Gallery independently. Add a phone audio guide if you like. Guides such as David, Pablo, and Angela have led engaging introductions, but the main visit is self-guided.

“This is the ideal tour: first you will be shown around by the guide and something will be said about each attraction to be visited, including some practical tips. Then you can visit everything yourself, with your ticket you have access to everything. With your audio guide you will then receive additional information at each location. And all at your own pace during the day.”

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Prague’s TOP Sights - Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge (Tip-based tour) - Charles University and the Mozart connection
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Prague’s TOP Sights – Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge (Tip-based tour)

5.Prague’s TOP Sights – Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge (Tip-based tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 843 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $3Best value

Join an English-speaking guide for a roughly 2-hour-45-minute walk from the Powder Gate area through Old Town, the Jewish Quarter and across Charles Bridge to the Lennon Wall. Hear stories about the Astronomical Clock, Mozart and the Golem. Guides have included James, Kamil, Jan, Petr, David and Ivo, though your guide may differ.

“It was well organized and really informative. A great introduction to a beautiful city. Well worth the time !”

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Prague Old Town New Town and Jewish Quarter Morning Tour - From Wenceslas Square to Lucerna’s upside-down horse
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Prague Old Town New Town and Jewish Quarter Morning Tour

6.Prague Old Town New Town and Jewish Quarter Morning Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 757 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $32

This three-hour English walking tour links Wenceslas Square, the Franciscan Garden, Old Town landmarks, and Prague’s Jewish Quarter, ending at the Astronomical Clock. Guides include Petra, Jack (Honza), Anna, and Mikal. Expect plenty of history, side-street discoveries, and a lot of walking; entry fees and food are not included.

“Had a great experience with our guide Jack, who was friendly and who gave clear explanations. We covered all the key points in the Old Town.”

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Prague: Old Town, Jewish Quarter & Astro Clock Walking Tour - Old Town’s lanes and everyday details
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Prague: Old Town, Jewish Quarter & Astro Clock Walking Tour

7.Old Town, Jewish Quarter & Astro Clock Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 552 reviews · 2h 30m · from $22

In 2.5 hours, a guide leads you from Na Příkopě 23 through central Prague, Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock and Josefov, finishing at Charles Bridge. The small-group walk costs $22 per person and is offered in English, German, Italian or Spanish. Guides including Sofia, Eva and Stephan have led engaging city tours, but your group may be bilingual.

“Ivana was a wonderful tour guide. She had amazing insight and knowledge about Prague and provided an extremely interesting experience. I would definitely recommend this tour to others visiting the city.”

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Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter - University, opera and a medieval gate
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Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter

8.Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 545 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $3

This 2.5-hour English-language walk links Prague’s Old Town landmarks with the Jewish Quarter, including the Astronomical Clock, Kafka statue, synagogues and cemetery. A certified official guide leads a group of up to 25 from Jan Palach Square and back. The listed price is $3.62 per person; admission to some stops is not included.

“Highly recommend. Dylan was a great tour guide and provided a very interesting and informative tour.”

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Prague Jewish Town/Skip-the-Line Official Entry Ticket - Starting at Maisel Synagogue
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Prague Jewish Town/Skip-the-Line Official Entry Ticket

9.Prague Jewish Town/Skip-the-Line Official Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 524 reviews · from $27

This self-guided entry ticket covers five Prague Jewish Town sites: Maisel, Pinkas, Old-New and Spanish synagogues, plus the Old Jewish Cemetery. It is valid for three days after first activation, so you can set your own pace. No guide is included; an audio guide may help you add context.

“Ease of entry to each synagogue with ticket. Very enlightening and educational.”

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Prague: Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets - The pace, group size and likely wait
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Prague Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets

10.Prague Jewish Quarter Walking Tour with Admission Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 434 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $78

In 2.5 hours, a licensed guide leads you through Josefov, Prague’s Jewish Quarter, with admission to four synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery included. Expect stories about the community, its notable people, and the quarter’s changing history. Guides vary, with Peter, Argel, Martina, David, Marina, and Magdalena among the names associated with the tour.

“The tour was informative, emotional, and well-paced. We learned a lot from Peter, and enjoyed his ability to inject humor into a serious tour while bringing history to life. Highly recommend!”

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Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour - Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock
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Prague: Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour

11.Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 339 reviews · 1h 30m · from $24

Walk from Charles Bridge through Prague’s Old Town and Josefov with a live guide in English, Spanish, French, Russian or German. Hear about the Powder Tower, Kafka and Rabbi Loew’s Golem, then see historic synagogues and the Old Jewish Cemetery. Jewish Museum tickets are available with some options, but no guided museum visit is included.

“Marcella, our tour guide, was excellent. Her knowledge of the Jewish Quarter and stories were very touching and so interesting. We learnt a lot! We strongly recommend this tour.”

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2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour in Prague - Ungelt and the merchants’ yard
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2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour in Prague

12.2-Hour Old Town and Jewish Quarter Tour in Prague

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk from Old Town Square through Prague’s Jewish Quarter to Jan Palach Square with an English-speaking licensed guide. In two hours, you’ll hear the stories behind the Astronomical Clock, Ungelt, four synagogue exteriors, Pařížská Street, and the Rudolfinum. The tour stays outside the attractions, so plan a separate visit if you want to go inside.

“Really enjoyed the tour, lots of walking but plenty of stops, colas in Winter so wrap up well. Would highly recommend.”

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Prague: Castle and Jewish Quarter Tour with Cruise and Lunch - Charles Bridge and Lesser Town, on foot
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Prague: Castle and Jewish Quarter Tour with Cruise and Lunch

13.Castle and Jewish Quarter Tour with Cruise and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 308 reviews · 6 hours · from $100

Start by the Charles IV statue, then walk through Lesser Town, ride a tram to Prague Castle, and continue through Old Town and Josefov. A local guide leads the way, with lunch, a drink, public transport and a one-hour Vltava boat ride included. Castle admission is extra.

“We chose that tour to see the best of Prague within few hours and we really enjoyed it. Specially it was a small group and finished just the two of us with the incredible guide Yannah, she was very informative and helpful. We loved it and highly recommend it!”

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Small Group Prague Old Town and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour - Reading the Jewish Quarter
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Small Group Prague Old Town and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

14.Small Group Prague Old Town and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 204 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Spend about two and a half hours exploring Prague’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter with a British expat guide, often named Jason. A group capped at six can slip through courtyards and narrow lanes, hear about Jewish history and the Astronomical Clock, and pick up practical tips on food, sights, and local customs.

“Jason was excellent, friendly, engaging, and made the story of Prague real. He took questions and made the small group tour feel personal. Highly recommend!!!”

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Jewish Prague Walking Tour - The Jewish Museum and its collections
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Jewish Prague Walking Tour

15.Jewish Prague Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Walk Prague’s Josefov with a guide and a group of up to 15, visiting the Jewish Museum, Old Jewish Cemetery and selected synagogues. Hear about the community’s history, Rabbi Löw and Franz Kafka. The tour is offered in English, though some departures have included other languages. Museum and site admission costs extra.

“This was one of the best tours I have ever taken. Our guide. Sarah, was both knowledgeable and interesting. I really enjoyed her extra bits of information and insights. We covered a lot of ground but it was worth every step. Thoroughly recommend this tour”

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