Prague Old Jewish Quarter and Spanish Synagogue Private Tour
At a glance
Prague Old Jewish Quarter and Spanish Synagogue Private Tour is a 2h – 6h private experience in Prague, Czech Republic, operated by Rosotravel - Ostrava City Tours. Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $99.57 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: (number of attractions depends on the selected option), Private Tour of Prague’s Jewish Town with Spanish Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery& OldNew Synagogue, Skip-the-line tickets to the New-Old Synagogue (6-hour option only).
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests.
2-hour: Prague Jewish Quarter Tour
Explore Prague’s Jewish heritage sites and see the Maisel Synagogue, the Pinkas Synagogue, the Jewish Town Hall, the Old-New Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue (exteriors only).
3-hour: Jewish Quarter & Spanish Synagogue
Explore Prague’s Jewish heritage sites, visit the Spanish Synagogue and see the Maisel Synagogue, the Pinkas Synagogue, the Jewish Town Hall and the Old-New Synagogue (exteriors only).
4-hour: Jewish Quarter, Spanish Synagogue & Cemetery
Explore Prague’s Jewish heritage sites, visit the Spanish Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery, and see the Maisel Synagogue, the Pinkas Synagogue and the Jewish Town Hall (exterior).
6-hour: Jewish Quarter, Cemetery & 2 Synagogues
Explore Prague’s Jewish heritage sites, visit the Spanish Synagogue, the Old Jewish Cemetery and the Old-New Synagogue, and see the Maisel Synagogue and the Jewish Town Hall (exterior).
What's included
What's included
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Private Tour of Prague’s Jewish Town with Spanish Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery& OldNew Synagogue
- Skip-the-line tickets to the New-Old Synagogue (6-hour option only)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Spanish Synagogue (3, 4 and 6-hour options only)
- Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Jewish Cemetery (4 and 6-hour options only)
Not included
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Spanish Synagogue (in 2-hour option)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Jewish Cemetery (in 2 and 3-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the New-Old Synagogue (in 2, 3 and 4-hour option)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Meet your guide In front of the World of Franz Kafka, Nám. Franze Kafky 16/1, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
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Stop 2
Your Private Guide will take you to the historic district where the Jewish population flourished from the early Middle Ages to the Nazi occupation of Czech Republic. You will see the historic Maisel Synagogue, where some 6,000 Jewish artifacts were stored by Nazi during WWII and the Pinkas Synagogue, which is a home to the Memorial of Holocaust Victims of Bohemia and Moravia with 77,297 names of the victims listed on the walls.
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Stop 3 · 35m
Other points of interest include the magnificent Rudolfinum and the beautiful Jewish Town Hall, which was built in 1586 to host meetings and events of the Jewish community.
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Stop 4 · 2h
Nearby you will also find the oldest building in the Jewish Town, the Old-New Synagogue, and hear the Jewish-Czech legend of Golem, who is said to be hidden in the synagogue’s attic.
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Stop 5 · 1h
You will also see the exterior of the Spanish Synagogue, a playful Franz Kafka Monument, as well as the House of Last Minute (a former Kafka residence) in the Old Town Square, near the iconic Astronomical Clock. Visit the Spanish Synagogue and see its exhibit on the Jewish history from the 18th century Enlightenment period to the present day. It is a unique Moorish-style synagogue with arabesques, gilt and polychrome motifs and a dazzling combination of rich green, blue and red hues. It boasts a beautiful 19th century interior with a showpiece Torah ark.
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Stop 6 · 35m
Get the full experience of the Old Jewish Quarter. This option includes a walking tour with visits to the Spanish Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery, you will also visit the Old-New Synagogue on the prestigious Parizska street.
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Stop 7 · 1h 35m
The 15th century graveyard is a fascinating place to visit as its home to 12,000 tombstones, many of which are layered on top of each other due to the limited space. As one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in the world it is a must-see Jewish heritage site.
Meeting point
Meet your guide In front of the World of Franz Kafka, Nám. Franze Kafky 16/1, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Tours of the Spanish Synagogue, the Old Jewish Cemetery and the Old-New Synagogue are not included in the basic 2-hour option.
- Synagogues in Prague's Jewish Town are active places of worship, so interior tours during scheduled events (such as Sabbath, Jewish holidays, concerts etc are limited.
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Spanish Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery and Old-New Synagogue allow you to enter faster without purchasing tickets on the spot, but you may have to wait in line for ticket validation and mandatory security checks.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Prague Old Jewish Quarter and Spanish Synagogue Private Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $99.57 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
(number of attractions depends on the selected option); Private Tour of Prague’s Jewish Town with Spanish Synagogue, Old Jewish Cemetery& OldNew Synagogue; Skip-the-line tickets to the New-Old Synagogue (6-hour option only); Skip-the-line tickets to the Spanish Synagogue (3, 4 and 6-hour options only); Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice; Skip-the-line tickets to the Old Jewish Cemetery (4 and 6-hour options only).
Where does it start?
Meet your guide In front of the World of Franz Kafka, Nám. Franze Kafky 16/1, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Prague.
