Cultural Heritage Tour with Prague City Adventures in Prague

Delve into Prague’s Historic Jewish Tapestry

Amidst the tumult of World War II, Prague stands as a remarkable exception—the sole European city where Jewish heritage remained unscathed. This singular resilience has gifted us an array of impeccably preserved sites and monuments, rendering Prague’s Jewish Town a truly peerless treasure. Embark with us on a journey through the alluring Fifth Quarter of Prague, where every cobbled street whispers stories of yore. Delve into the enthralling history of the Jewish community, its echoes resonating through time, as we share poignant narratives of its most luminous figures.

Tour Highlights:

• History come alive: Visit the oldest still-active synagogue in the world and learn about the legendary being that rests in its attic
• Must-see: Admire the Spanish Synagogue, the most beautiful and unusual site in Prague’s Jewish Town
• Unique landmarks: Stroll around the oldest Jewish cemetery that inspired the Italian writer Umberto Eco in writing his novel “Prague Cemetery”
• Legacy: Hear touching stories of inspiring Jewish characters in the Pinkas Synagogue dedicated to all the Czech victims of the holocaust
• Unusual sights: Witness the extensive collection of beautiful and ornate objects related to the Jewish culture in the Maisel Synagogue
• Live the past: Immerse yourselves into the life and traditions of Jews who were confined to the former Prague ghetto for more than 300 years
• Refreshing break: Let the emotions settle in with a cup of high-quality coffee at a brand-new café within the Quarter
• Private tour: Experience the Jewish Quarter of Prague in the intimate atmosphere of your family and friends

Explore the Most Visited Museum in the Czech Republic

The first Jews arrived in Prague already back in the 10th century and the development of the Jewish community played an essential role in the evolution of the city as a whole. Their lives and hardships are forever part of our history as a nation.

On this tour, we’ll take you to four different synagogues, each of them very original in style, and the Old Jewish Cemetery, the oldest one in the world! With the exception of the Old-New Synagogue, all the sites are part of Prague’s Jewish Museum, the most visited museum in the Czech Republic.

Find Yourself on the Streets of the Old Jewish Town

Besides housing thousands of precious items of Jewish origin, the Maisel Synagogue is also home to Langweil’s Model of Prague, an absolutely uncommon exhibit that will take you back in time and right into the streets of the Jewish Quarter before its complete reconstruction.

The Spanish Synagogue might be the youngest one in Prague but its original interior is truly unequaled in beauty and style. Somewhat more modest in appearance, the Pinkas Synagogue hosts a touching memorial to the Jewish lives lost during the holocaust.

Visit the Oldest Jewish Cemetery in the World

Built in the 15th century, the Jewish Cemetery of Prague is the oldest and best preserved in the world. What makes it even more special is the fact that it’s 2.5 meters higher than the surrounding streets. Why? Because there are at least 10 layers of dead buried under the surface! In addition, the tombstones are covered with Jewish symbolism – can you guess what it stands for?

And finally, the Old-New Synagogue is not only impressively old and well-preserved but also shrouded in myth and mystery. Did you know that Golem, the legendary being in Jewish folklore, was allegedly put to rest right in its attic? Maybe he’s still around…

Hear the Family History of Madeleine Albright and Other Touching Stories

Yes, there’ll be lots of drama on the tour as well! Have your napkin ready as these stories will bring you to tears. For centuries the Jewish community was draped in prejudice and envy resulting in the tragic events of the Holocaust. And yet, some of the most distinguished, educated, and inspiring people have been members of this historically slighted community.

Let’s hear the touching and surprisingly intertwined stories of its famous representatives, including the American diplomat Madeleine Albright, the Austrian artist Friedl Brandeis, or the British humanitarian Sir Nicholas Winton, who has on his account the rescue of almost 700 Jewish children from former Czechoslovakia.

Share the Legacy of the Jewish Community of Prague

Behind the sad history of Jews in Europe lies the undeniable string of hope and legacy for the future that makes these stories worth reliving. The so-called “Stumbling Stones” of Prague, which we’ll also observe on this tour, are a living monument to the Jewish community and a reminder that as long as we remember these people, they’ll keep on living in our hearts.

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