Prague Old Town: Ghosts & Legends Walking Tour Night

Summary

Night walks in Prague’s Old Town with eerie legends and lost souls

You’ll step into Prague’s shadowy Old Town with a local guide leading small groups through winding streets full of ghost stories and legends. Hear tales of lost souls near St. Agnes Convent, see spots tied to alchemists and executioners, and end beneath the lights of Old Town Square — it’ll stick with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

We ducked off the main square in Prague’s Old Town, shoes tapping on cobblestones slick from an earlier rain. Our guide, Tomas, had this way of pausing mid-sentence just as the streetlights flickered — I don’t know if he did it on purpose. The air smelled like wet stone and something sweet from a nearby bakery that was still open. He started with a story about a mother searching for her son, her ghost still wandering these alleys. I shivered a bit, but maybe that was just the cold.

We passed by houses where painters and alchemists supposedly met their ends — Tomas pointed up at a window where the ghost of Manes might still be peering out. Someone in our group tried to snap a photo; nothing weird showed up, but we all looked anyway. There was this moment outside St. Agnes Convent when he told us about the unhappy daughter whose spirit never left — I caught myself glancing over my shoulder more than once after that.

Somehow, medieval hospitals came up (amputations without anesthetic — not my favorite detail), and then we were standing near the Spanish Synagogue listening to the legend of Rabbi Loew who kept Death away until he was 96. Tomas had this dry humor about him; when someone asked if any of these ghosts were friendly, he just grinned and said, “Depends on your definition.”

I didn’t expect to laugh as much as I did or to feel so much for people who lived centuries ago. By the time we ended back at Old Town Square under those huge glowing lamps, Prague felt different — heavier maybe, but also more alive in its own strange way. I still think about those stories when I walk past narrow lanes at night.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Prague Old Town ghost and legend tour

• Start at Tynska 627/7 building
• Hear legend of desperate female ghost
• See ghost of painter Manes at window
• Visit church of Prague's executioner
• Walk through poorest medieval streets
• Learn about ghost of unhappy daughter
• Explore medieval hospital amputations
• Listen to Rabbi Loew's legend
• Pass Franz Kafka monument
• Discover mystery of 12 skulls
• Enjoy key Old Town viewpoint
• Visit church inspiring Disney's Cinderella
• End tour at Old Town Square

Top questions

How long is the Prague Ghost & Legends Walking Tour?

The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes through Old Town.

Where does the tour start?

The tour begins in front of Tynska 627/7 in Prague 1.

Is this walking tour suitable for children?

Yes, children can join if accompanied by an adult; kids under 6 are free.

Are strollers or prams allowed on this tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the walk.

Does the tour include entry to any attractions?

No entry fees are included; it’s an outdoor walking tour focusing on stories and locations.

Is public transportation nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the meeting point.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are permitted during the walk.

What kind of stories will I hear on this tour?

You’ll hear local legends about ghosts, executioners, alchemists, and historical mysteries tied to Prague’s Old Town.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided small-group walking tour led by a professional storyteller through Prague’s Old Town — no tickets needed or hidden extras; just bring your curiosity for legends and maybe an umbrella if it looks like rain.