Prague Old Town & Jewish Quarter VR Walking Tour

Summary

Travel Prague’s centuries in minutes with immersive VR stops

You’ll slip between centuries on this Prague walking tour with virtual reality stops—standing on medieval bridges, wandering the Jewish Ghetto of 1600, and hearing stories from a local guide who brings each era to life. Includes headset use at every stop and ends right where modern Prague buzzes around you again.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what Prague looked like before the Charles Bridge even existed? I didn’t, honestly — not until we stood by the Vltava and our guide handed out these chunky VR goggles. The street noise faded and suddenly there it was: 1342, wooden beams over the water, mist curling off the river. You could almost smell damp stone and wood smoke. Li, our guide, kept nudging us to look up or spin around (I nearly tripped on a curb — watch your step). It’s weird how quickly you forget you’re standing in modern Prague during this immersive tour.

The walk itself is easy — mostly flat, winding through Old Town Square and then into the old Jewish Quarter. At each stop, Li gave us a minute to just stand quietly before launching into stories about kings, floods, or ghetto life. She had this way of pointing out details I’d never notice: the way people bowed their heads in old paintings or how the stones were worn smooth by centuries of feet. One moment that stuck with me was seeing medieval Malá Strana through the headset — all cramped alleys and walls that felt close enough to touch.

I tried saying “Charles Bridge” in Czech (Karlův most?) and Li laughed — probably butchered it. But she seemed happy we tried. The whole thing felt oddly intimate for a group tour; maybe because everyone looked equally ridiculous in their headsets. We finished back at Old Town Square but in 1621 this time, watching history play out right where we stood. There was something eerie about taking off the goggles and seeing tourists everywhere again. I still think about that last scene sometimes when I walk past the square at night.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Prague's historical periods

• Visit Old Town Square in 1377
• View Vltava River and Judith Bridge in 1342
• Explore Jewish Ghetto in 1600
• Return to Old Town Square in 1621

Top questions

How long is the Prague immersive VR walking tour?

The exact duration isn’t listed, but it covers several stops across Old Town and the Jewish Quarter with VR experiences at each location.

Is this virtual reality tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, including transportation options nearby.

What historical periods does the VR tour cover?

The tour covers six moments: 1342 (Judith Bridge), 1359 (Charles Bridge construction), 1377 (medieval Prague), 1590 & 1600 (Jewish Ghetto), and 1621 (Thirty Years’ War).

Are guides included on this day trip?

Yes, a local guide leads every group through each stop and provides historical context before each VR segment.

Is pickup included for this Prague walking tour?

No hotel pickup is included; you meet at a central location in Prague’s Old Town.

Do I need to bring my own VR headset?

No, all virtual reality equipment—including goggles and headsets—is provided as part of your booking.

Can I choose how much to pay for this experience?

Yes, it’s offered as a Free Tour—you pay what you wish after reserving your spot online.

What’s included

Your day includes use of virtual reality goggles and headset at every stop along the route through Old Town Square and the Jewish Quarter, led by a local guide who shares stories at each location before you slip on your headset—no need to bring any equipment yourself.