3-hour Small-Group History Tour of Prague's Renaissance and Baroque Gardens
5.0
22 Ratings
Praha 1
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
What's Included
  • Professional scholar guide
  • 3-hour guided history walk trough Prague’s gardens
What's Not Included
  • Vrtbovská Garden admission fee: individual - CZK 130, students and seniors - CZK 100
  • Gardens under Prague Castle admission fee: individual - CZK 90, students and seniors - CZK 60
Additional Information

Highlights of this half-day history walk include the Prague Castle Royal Gardens with its dazzling Belvedere summer palace commissioned by Ferdinand I as a romantic present to his wife, the singing fountain cast from bell bronze, the Fig House and Orangery, where figs, almonds, oranges and lemons were grown for the first time in Central Europe and the grand Wallenstein Garden, with its white peacocks, mannerist statues, grotto wall and mythical fountains.

  • This tours involves climbing up some steep stairs in the Vrtba garden to reach the highest terrace. If you have issues climbing, you can wait for the group on the second terrace and we’ll come back in 10 minutes. Another option is to take the private tour where we can modify this part for you and your personal group.
Location
Bagel Lounge Malostranská
Letenská
Meet right at the doors of Bagel Lounge Malostranska, Letenská 118/1, 118 00 Malá Strana.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marciawl
Jun 24, 2022
Great for first time visitors or seasoned locals - This was a lovely, intimate tour through some of Prague's rich history. The small group size allowed our guide to customize the tour to our interests. Surprises abound! Although we've been to Prague many times, this tour introduced us to marvelous places that were just off the beaten path. We found ourselves viewing old Prague from a new perspective.
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Czexpat
Jun 24, 2022
Fantastic introduction to Prague's past through the hidden gems of its walled gardens - I can't think of a better way to spend a few hours in Prague immersed in its history, culture, and foliage! This tour has something for everyone: garden lovers, history lovers, and travelers seeking a sense of the city's nobility. Our guide took us places that no "commoner" would ever have been allowed to see, and the tour offered unparalleled views of the Prague Castle and the city. Even during peak tourist season, the gardens were peaceful and quiet, offering a lovely break from the crowds. Highly recommended!
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Eadr15
Jun 14, 2022
Old places, new sparkle in your eyes - Being a Praguener and having lived in the old part of the city for decades, I was offered a new, refreshing and wonderfully knowledgeable perspective on my own birthplace. Bonita is a wonderful guide, passionate about what she does, able to take you to the world that you hadn´t fully understood before, make you appreciate it and look at your own surroundings with a fresh look.
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Inspiration97373
Jan 2, 2022
An afternoon well spent - Our guide’s expert knowledge of art and history made this more interesting than just a regular walking tour. She was also a great story teller which made the afternoon all that more enjoyable.
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753jarkap
Nov 7, 2021
A wonderful garden tour! - Just a wonderful tour of Prague's historic gardens that will leave you hungry for more. Bonita is such a great story teller, knowledgeable in the history of these spaces and people who were behind them. I am a local and this was a great way to spend a fall afternoon and learn something new and fascinating about my own country. Thanks, Bonita!
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Lori
Nov 4, 2021
A wonderful walk through history! - A wonderful walk through history with a knowledgeable guide in Bonita! I had visited the gardens before but learned some more amazing stories on this tour.
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Estelleo764
Nov 1, 2021
Fascinating tour in Prague´s most beautiful historical gardens - This tour of Prague´s Renaissance and Baroque Gardens was a wondeful moment. Bonita´s deep knowledge of Greek and Roman mythology sheded light on every single piece of sculpture present in these gardens revealing how Ancient Greek and Romans myths and gods were meticuliously chosen to serve modern political propaganda. The sights on the city from the gardens are furthermore absolutely breathtaking! I definitely highly recommend this tour!
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Gmeiv
Nov 1, 2021
A tour for curious, engaged, inquisitive people! - This was an amazing way to dip below the surface of Prague's best-known tourist features, and explore lesser-known sites-- and history. Bonita's knowledge (and Vadim's) was formidable and fascinating, and even for someone who has good familiarity with the history of the Czech capital, this was eye-opening. And most enjoyable. If you're looking for a superficial tour, this is not for you. This is a tour for curious, engaged, inquisitive people!
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Ipsh2019
Oct 31, 2021
Always something special! - What an absolutely lovely way to spend the afternoon! As a resident of Prague I am delighted that Bonita and Vadim have surprised me with a hidden gem in this beautiful city. I always learn something new when I tour with Insight Cities. I can't thank you enough!
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Bobao272
Oct 30, 2021
Locals too can learn something new - Fantastic tour! After this tour I learned that gardens are not just beautiful flowers and grass but much, much more! Behind every statue you see in the garden is telling us a story. Thank you so much for showing me gardens in a different way and teaching me something new that I never experienced before -- even a local like me!
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