Advise on What to See in Prague Outside of RS Best of Central Europe Itinerary

We took that tour last summer. During our free time we visited the synagogues in the Jewish Quarter. We bought a pass in the visitors center (of the Jewish Quarter) which covered admission to several synagogues and we added on an audio guide that you accessed on your phone via an app. I was glad we got the audio guide because I’m not very familiar with synagogues and I learned a lot about what we saw. We actually did this over two days, in the afternoon before the first group meeting and then after the group walking tour of Prague Castle the next day (we had access to the app tour for a number of days).

After the group walking tour ended in the Castle District, we walked back to town rather than taking the public transit we and visited the Lennon Wall on the way before returning to the Jewish Quarter. That evening we took the tram to Strahov Monastery for an enjoyable meal-recommended by our guide for their excellent beer and traditional food.

BTW, I believe Wenceslas Square and Powder Tower was covered with the group.

It was a great tour, enjoy!

Of the sites you mention I would call the Jewish Quarter a "must see". Perhaps use your arrival day to get oriented and take a couple of walks, one through Mala Strana (the Lennon wall is here) and another through Wenceslas Square. Then visit the Jewish Quarter on the next day. There are a number of sites to visit here; you can pace yourselves and take breaks as needed.

The Jewish quater was excellent -we had a young fellow who was recommended by someone from Rick Steves and … boy!! He knew his stuff ! He was working in his Masters degree in history and he was excellent. He was with us for 4 hours . There was one site I stayed longer and there were individual stories with journals , photos, etc and you got to know the Jewish people affected. It reminded me a bit like Pearl Harbor with the individual stories.

We also very much enjoyed getting a behind the scenes tour of the Astrological Clock ! Amazing and lovely . Views from the top beautiful . Depending on the time if day there may be lines. We took it late in afternoon and the sky was beautiful when we were out on the lookout area. There was a per person charge , but worth it.

We were there December 21-December 30. Unfortunately, our first full day was when the horrific tragedy took place and things were very somber the first half. Very sad .

I hope you find something that interests you. !

To my knowledge (please correct me if I'm wrong) the RS tour in Prague is largely the Royal Road which is the route between Republic Square and the Castle. Which part of the local "neighbourhood" you walk through to get to it will dictate what you see i.e. if you are staying close to Wenceslas Square they'll include it. Definitely the Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and the historic buildings at Prague Castle are included in RS but apart from that, the whole city is yours to explore. I saw the Powder Tower mentioned. On RS you'll see the tower (actually it's called the Powder Gate) because it's at the Republic Square. Just note that you can go inside but the steps are a little claustrophobic. If you like city views then when your RS tour finishes at the Castle buy tickets for the great tower at ST Vitus (best view in the city). At Vysehrad it's the cemetery and the Church of Sts Peter and Paul that are usually recommended not the district so that's a short taxi ride that you can arrange via the hotel.

Definitely go to the Jewish Quarter, it is very interesting and sets the stage for other sites you will see later on the tour. When I took this tour years ago we went as a group so I don't have guide suggestion, but the RS book should have suggestions. I also loved the Municipal House behind the scenes tour (requires a timed ticket). I went to the Vysehrad fort area which was lovely but with your limited time I wouldn't suggest going there (I had 2.5 extra days ahead of the tour). And the tiny Mucha Museum was perfect for an arrival day visit - not too big or taxing and it was a nice walk from my hotel.

The Municipal House has a stunningly beautiful Art Nouveau interior. As of 2018 there was a modest additional charge for a photo permit. I very much regretted not paying that additional fee.

I took this tour in April 2019 and arrived a couple days before the tour started. I found Prague a beautiful city and spent quite a bit of time just wandering around, admiring the buildings and streets without any particular destination. And, just sitting at a table outside watching the world go by.

One morning I got out fairly early and enjoyed seeing the Old Town Square, Astrological Clock, and Charles Bridge before the crowds arrived. And they did arrive! That day I had expected to tour the Jewish Quarter but found to my dismay it was closed due to Passover. I think it is also closed on Saturdays, so check online to be sure of opening times. That afternoon I took a tour with Jason at Living Prague and highly recommend it! He is the Jason who posted earlier and really knows the city. One night I saw a concert at the Municipal House and loved it! I agree with Acraven that it is a beautiful building and well worth a visit.

Our hotel was just off the Old Town Square and our local guide the first evening took us on a fairly comprehensive walking tour on the way to dinner. We probably saw the outside of many of the sites that you are mentioning. I am not sure where other guides would go.

Check the guidebook but Prague has a number of interesting things to do that I missed. I had considered a visit to the Communist Museum or the Mucha Museum. There were also many different concert venues if you enjoy music. And other tour members said the Black Light Theater was amazing. There is plenty to do in Prague to keep you busy, both inside and out. It is a great tour!