Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour

Step into the magical world of Prague through the eyes of Franz Kafka! Discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of the city on this immersive walking tour, blending rich history with Kafka’s enigmatic tales.

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Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
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Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
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Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania

Overview

Discover the life and legacy of Franz Kafka on a 2.5-hour guided tour through the heart of Prague. Known for his profound works such as Metamorphosis, The Trial, and The Castle, Kafka’s connection to Prague runs deep, with much of his life and inspiration rooted in the city. This tour invites you to explore the landmarks that shaped his world while uncovering the broader history of Prague’s Jewish community and its multicultural heritage.

Begin your journey in Josefov, Prague’s historic Jewish Quarter, where Kafka spent much of his life. This area, once the vibrant center of Jewish culture, offers a glimpse into the environment that influenced Kafka’s upbringing and literary themes. Walk through the narrow streets and discover several of the apartments where the Kafka family lived, each reflecting a part of his complex family dynamics. Visit the schools and university Kafka attended, gaining insight into the education and experiences that shaped his intellectual and literary development.

The tour also takes you to the house where Kafka first met his future fiancée, Felice Bauer, whose presence was a significant influence in his life and work. Pass by synagogues and cultural salons, where Kafka’s existential musings and reflections on identity found inspiration. At each significant stop, your guide will share short excerpts from Kafka’s writings, connecting his literary brilliance with the locations that molded him as a writer.

As you explore, you will learn about Prague’s rich and complex history, including the fate of its Jewish community and its role in shaping the city’s identity. The guide will provide context about the multicultural fabric of Prague during Kafka’s time, emphasizing its relationship with art, literature, and politics. From the bustling streets of Old Town to the quieter, reflective corners of Josefov, every stop offers a deeper understanding of Prague’s cultural and historical significance.

This tour is not just a walk through Kafka’s life—it’s a journey through Prague’s vibrant history and literary heritage. Whether you are an avid admirer of Franz Kafka or a curious visitor eager to learn more about one of Prague’s most iconic figures, this experience promises to leave you with a richer appreciation of the city and its profound influence on one of the 20th century’s greatest authors.

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Adult

Age 16-25+

Child

Age 5-15

Infant

Age 0-4

Highlights

  • Walk in the footsteps of Franz Kafka and visit locations tied to his life and work.
  • Explore Prague’s Old Town, Jewish Quarter, and other iconic landmarks.
  • Learn about Kafka’s literary legacy and Prague’s rich history from expert local guides.
  • Discover hidden gems and lesser-known spots for an authentic experience.
  • Enjoy a leisurely walking pace suitable for all fitness levels.

What's Included and What's Not?

Included

  • Tour Guide
  • Tea or coffee

Not Included

  • Entrance tickets

Not Suitable For This Activities

  • People with mobility impairments

Not Allowed This Activities

  • Smoking indoors

Important Information

What to Bring

Camera
Cash
Comfortable clothes
Comfortable shoes
Credit card

Information Before Booking

  • This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and is best suited for individuals comfortable with urban exploration.
  • The tour is available in multiple languages; confirm your preferred language when booking.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the start time to avoid delays.

Know Before You Go

  • Entrance fees to certain sites may not be included and can be purchased on the spot. Details will be provided on your voucher.
  • The tour operates rain or shine, so dress accordingly.
  • This tour offers a mix of literary and historical exploration, making it ideal for cultural enthusiasts.

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Duration 150  Minutes

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Live Tour Guide

English, German

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Please arrive at the starting point 15 minutes before the program begins to ensure a smooth and timely start to your experience.

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Prague Czech Republic

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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Helene Röder - Germany

We had an excellent guide who shared fascinating information about Prague and Kafka's life. The tour takes you to various key points of interest in the city, including places Kafka lived and frequently visited. A refreshing alternative to a standard city tour. We concluded the tour with a coffee at ...

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Edmund Schultz - Germany

The Kafka themed walking tour, guided by Zeynep, was exceptional in every way. Zeynep proved to be an exceptional guide. She is warm, has a deep knowledge of both Prague and Kafka's life, and is truly passionate about sharing her insights. The planned 2.5 hour tour lasted much longer as she patientl...

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Customer Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.8/5

Based on 56 Reviews

Guide

4.8/5

Transportation

4.8/5

Value for Money

4.8/5

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Helene Röder - Germany
01 July

We had an excellent guide who shared fascinating information about Prague and Kafka's life. The tour takes you to various key points of interest in the city, including places Kafka lived and frequently visited. A refreshing alternative to a standard city tour. We concluded the tour with a coffee at one of Kafka's favorite cafes. While the tour didn't cover every aspect of his literary works and personal life, it was still very enjoyable. Before or after the tour, you can visit the Kafka Museum to learn more about his writings, love life, and other details in about an hour. Overall, it was a wonderful walking tour. However, be aware that it can be a two hour walk, so it might not be suitable for those with limited mobility.

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Edmund Schultz - Germany
02 June

The Kafka themed walking tour, guided by Zeynep, was exceptional in every way. Zeynep proved to be an exceptional guide. She is warm, has a deep knowledge of both Prague and Kafka's life, and is truly passionate about sharing her insights. The planned 2.5 hour tour lasted much longer as she patiently showed me key sites like Kafka's homes, prominent statues, and finally, the Louvre Cafe, while sharing fascinating details about her family and legacy. She generously offered literary suggestions and perfectly tailored the experience. This is no ordinary job for Zeynep. Her enthusiasm for Prague's cultural history is evident. This is a must see for Kafka enthusiasts. I couldn't have asked for a more immersive or personalized experience. My highest recommendation.

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Harald Sauter - Germany
03 July

This tour was both engaging and educational, making it perfect for both die hard Kafka fans and those looking to explore his world. The guide brought Prague's literary history to life with enthusiasm and expertise. A truly valuable experience for anyone interested in Kafka's life and work.

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Ismail Paulsen - Germany
04 July
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Our guide, Harry, was truly exceptional. With his deep historical knowledge, he provided fascinating insights into the region that went far beyond Kafka's story. My two teenage children and I were completely captivated throughout the tour.

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Luzia Hartl - Germany
05 July

While the tour offered interesting content, our guide wasn't friendly or attentive. He walked silently at the front of the group between locations and seemed uninterested in our experience. He began by admitting his dislike of Kafka's works, which created an awkward atmosphere. The tour ended abruptly after two hours, leaving us far from our starting point, without a promised cafe stop. I was hoping for more literary insights, personal stories, and a guide who seemed passionate about the subject. Unfortunately, it felt like a mundane task rather than a collaborative exploration of Kafka's world.

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Jutta Dietz - Germany
06 June

Our entire group loved the tour. The guide was clearly focused, extremely knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic, making the experience even more enjoyable. Their passion deepened our strong appreciation for Kafka's work.

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Heinz Brunner - Germany
07 July

This extraordinary tour took us to the key locations of Kafka's life in Prague. His schools, homes, workplaces, and favorite literary venues were all brought to life with fascinating stories about the author. Vlad's expertise and engaging guidance made the experience truly special. The tour concluded beautifully with coffee at the Café Louvre, a frequent destination for Kafka, and a wonderful conversation with our guide. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we sincerely wish Vlad continued success.

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Carmen Rupprecht - Germany
08 June

I truly appreciated the insightful and tailored experience during this tour. The guide's attention to detail and personalized approach made it particularly special.

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Roberto Urban - Germany
09 July

The tour was truly fascinating. Our guide not only had a deep understanding of Kafka's literary works, but also a fascinating perspective on the historical and political background of the period. While the long walks did require occasional opportunities to sit, the overall experience was incredibly enriching. Thank you so much for this educational journey.

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Nathalie Wittmann - Germany
10 June

Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and insightful.She easily answered all of our challenging questions and demonstrated impressive expertise about the city's past and present.

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Daniela Bohn - Germany
11 July

This tour comes with our highest recommendation. Our guide, Luke, introduced us to fascinating places while sharing informative details about Kafka's life, the history of Prague, and the general area. His friendly and humorous personality, combined with his deep expertise, made the experience truly enjoyable. His excellent German skills were especially appreciated, as my family, who only speak German, found the tour equally engaging and informative.

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Ulli Bauer - Germany
12 June

Our guide took us to various locations where Franz Kafka lived and shared fascinating information about the history and people of Prague. He was incredibly kind and made the experience truly captivating. His deep understanding of the city and Czech culture was impressive. We were so grateful for the wonderful tour and would be happy to join a similar tour in the future.

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Ariane Seeger - Germany
13 July

Angel possesses an extraordinary understanding of Kafka's personal and professional life in Prague, his family relationships, love affairs, personal struggles, and literary works. He seems to have explored every aspect of Kafka's legacy, from personal correspondence to published works and biographical accounts. Walking through the city with him offers a vivid window into Kafka's world, making the experience both illuminating and enjoyable.

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Elly Jahnke - Germany
14 June

Exploring Prague through Franz Kafka's perspective was an extraordinary experience. Our charismatic and experienced guide, with his exceptional expertise and compelling stories, led us through Kafka's world. The tour was both educational and entertaining, presented with a coherent and engaging narrative. For anyone interested in Kafka or seeking a deeper understanding of Prague, this is an experience not to be missed.

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Dierk Stahl - Germany
15 July

This excursion delivered an impressive amount of information while maintaining an engaging and delightful atmosphere throughout.

Helpful? Yes

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Samuel Schmitt - Germany
16 July

We took the Franz Kafka walking tour with Luke and he was absolutely fantastic, he did an excellent job.

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Ralf Pabst - Germany
17 June

The tour was incredibly educational, and our guide was always available, always responsive to questions even beyond the scope of the tour. With only two participants, the experience was incredibly intimate and personalized. Thank you so much for such a thoughtful experience.

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Ramona Ebel - Germany
18 June

The walking tour was both enjoyable and fascinating. Our guide demonstrated impressive expertise, offering a wealth of interesting information about Prague that extended far beyond the main focus of the tour.

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Cathrin Liedtke - Germany
19 July

While the tour was engaging and informative, I felt the Kafka related content could have been more substantial. There were occasional communication issues that made parts of the experience somewhat draining. That said, it remained an enjoyable and thought provoking excursion overall.

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Anika Walther - Germany
20 June

Sofia , our guide, was truly exceptional. His deep understanding of Kafka's life and Prague's historical context during that era was remarkable. His enthusiasm for the subject matter made the tour captivating from start to finish. I would enthusiastically recommend this experience to all Prague visitors, even those with limited prior knowledge of Kafka.

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Ronald Otten - Germany
21 July

Our guide was excellent. He was knowledgeable about Kafka and genuinely humorous, making the tour both educational and enjoyable.

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Angela Volz - Germany
22 June

It was an absolutely fantastic experience. Our guide, Luke, was incredibly knowledgeable, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. Every moment was engaging, and I can't think of a better recommendation for anyone interested in this topic.

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Maya Patel - United Kingdom
27 June

Our tour guide, Argel, did a fantastic job. He had an impressive understanding of Kafka’s life and the historical background of Prague during that era. His enthusiasm for the topic made the entire experience thoroughly engaging. I’d definitely suggest this tour to anyone coming to Prague, even if you don’t know much about Kafka beforehand.

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Vadim Belov - Russia
29 June

The guide was excellent very knowledgeable about Kafka and had a great sense of humor throughout the tour.

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Lars van Dijk - Netherlands
03 July

Very nice guide, small group

Helpful? Yes

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Chiara Romano - Italy
05 July

The tour had little focus on Kafka. We spent the first 30-40 minutes outside the agency talking about general history. A few places were mentioned, but not everything that was promised. There were no Kafka readings. The tour ended with time in a random cafe that had no connection to Kafka. The guide knew a lot, but the tour didn’t match the description. It was somewhat interesting, but overall below what I expected.

Helpful? Yes

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Diana Smirnova - Russia
07 July

It was a fantastic experience! I learned a lot, and the guide, Landeros Argel, shared so much valuable information. I enjoyed every moment of the tour. Highly recommended.

Helpful? Yes

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Nathan Fletcher - United Kingdom
10 July

Our guide, Peter, was clearly well-informed about the topic, as we had hoped. But he went beyond the basics, sharing specific details that were new to us.

Helpful? Yes

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Ingrid Nygaard - Norway
13 July

The Kafka tour was both enjoyable and educational, led by a fantastic guide who really knew the subject well.

Helpful? Yes

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Artyom Zaytsev - Russia
15 July
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania

The agency is centrally located in Prague's Jewish Quarter. Tour can be in German or English. Starts on time. Perfect. The guide spoke excellent German, was knowledgeable (not only about Kafka, but about Prague, history, and the story) and extremely friendly and humorous.

Helpful? Yes

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Zara Mahmood - Pakistan
17 July

The experience was excellent!

Helpful? Yes

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Sebastian Koch - Germany
20 July

The tour ended nicely at Café NK, with many intriguing and thought-provoking references to Kafka and the city.

Helpful? Yes

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Polina Volkova - Russia
28 July

The tour felt very personal, which made a strong impression on us. We enjoyed a pleasant ending to the afternoon with a chat in a cozy café. Our local guide was wonderful full of passion for her work and inspiring in how she connected us to Kafka and his homeland. Thank you for this memorable experience.

Helpful? Yes

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Viktor Petrenko - Ukraine
03 August

The tour was very dynamic and the guide was really excellent and very personable!Absolutely recommended for literature fans.

Helpful? Yes

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Cecilia Lindqvist - United Kingdom
07 August

The tour included a visit to a coffee house, which was a nice touch.

Helpful? Yes

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Anastasiya Sokolov - Russia
10 August

The best 2.5 hours in Prague! While Kafka is the focus, the tour offers deep insights into Prague’s social and political history. Even without prior Kafka knowledge, you’ll learn about the city, its people, and culture. Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and full of interesting stories. A perfect afternoon!

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Idris Al-Maktoum - United Arab Emirates
15 August

Highly recommended for everyone, not just Kafka fans! Vladimir guided us with great knowledge, passion, and fascinating stories about Kafka, Prague’s history, architecture, and culture. An entertaining and insightful tour that’s definitely worth joining.

Helpful? Yes

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Helena Costa - Portugal
23 August

The guide was incredibly passionate and kind, making it a wonderful experience. Thank you very much!

Helpful? Yes

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Boris Gromov - Russia
25 August

We really enjoyed the tour! Since there were only three of us, our guide was able to spend plenty of time with us.

Helpful? Yes

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Alice Chamberlain - United Kingdom
08 September

Everything was explained thoroughly and in the best possible manner.

Helpful? Yes

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Fares Boutros - Lebanon
15 September

Our guide Vladimir was extremely knowledgeable and shared many entertaining stories, which made the Kafka tour enjoyable. We were a small group of four, making the experience very pleasant. All our questions were answered, and we also learned about various buildings and architectural styles. We will definitely return to Prague.

Helpful? Yes

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Leon Schmidt - Germany
24 September

Martina is an excellent guide. She shared Kafka’s story in a clear, engaging way without overwhelming us with too much information. I would recommend this tour to anyone interested in Kafka’s life.

Helpful? Yes

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Noah Bennett - United Kingdom
29 September

The tour was very informative and detailed.

Helpful? Yes

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Mikhail Karpov - Russia
18 October

This was a very unique tour and, as our guide said, not very popular. With only two of us, we really valued the expertise of a truly professional guide. Well done!

Helpful? Yes

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Eva Van den Berg - Belgium
29 October

Very pleasant accompaniment, little information about Kafka's life and work - we had hoped for more. Thanks for the invitation for a drink at Café Louvre.

Helpful? Yes

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Larisa Denisova - Russia
11 November
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania

The tour was very interesting and unique, offering good information about Kafka’s life. However, we wished there was a bit more of a city tour at some points.

Helpful? Yes

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Hugo Laurent - France
17 November

I enjoyed the tour and received excellent information delivered in a friendly and engaging way.

Helpful? Yes

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Zoe Harrington - United Kingdom
27 November
Prague Through the Eyes of Franz Kafka 2,5-Hour Tour | ®ExcursionMania

I strongly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a deeper understanding of Prague’s history and Kafka’s life there. The guide is very knowledgeable and skillfully connects Kafka to the Prague of his era. Thank you for such an inspiring and informative experience!

Helpful? Yes

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Felix Jørgensen - Denmark
07 December

A guided tour with a difference. Very exciting, very informative, not a dull moment.

Helpful? Yes

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Daria Krylova - Russia
11 December

What we appreciated most was how fully dedicated the guide was to the topic and beyond. Be prepared to do quite a bit of walking.

Helpful? Yes

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Adam Sinclair - United Kingdom
23 December

The guide was excellent very knowledgeable about Franz Kafka and friendly. It was fascinating to learn more about the historical and economic context of Prague during Kafka’s upbringing.

Helpful? Yes

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Klaus Weber - Austria
03 January

The lady who gave the guided tour was very knowledgeable and friendly! The guided tour was great and there was plenty of time for questions, especially as I was lucky enough to have the tour to myself. Not only do you learn a lot about Kafka, but you also see Prague from a completely different perspective. Highly recommended.

Helpful? Yes

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Aisha Al-Zahrani - Saudi Arabia
10 January

A very knowledgeable and personalized tour with plenty of insider information and real enthusiasm for the topic. Highly recommended. Thank you for a wonderful day!

Helpful? Yes

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Pavel Grigoriev - Russia
24 January

Our guide Brigitta was fantastic, taking us through the Old Town and Jewish Quarter with ties to Kafka. We also visited the Cubist café, which was absolutely charming. A wonderful introduction to Prague.

Helpful? Yes

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Mila Novak - Croatia
03 February

This tour was very enjoyable and taught us fascinating details about Kafka and Prague. Highly recommended!

Helpful? Yes

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Jasper Whitlock - United Kingdom
16 February

A highly professional and personally rewarding experience.

Helpful? Yes

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