Private tour in Prague Sonya P

The Jewish Town and its Legends and Traditions

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Sonya P.

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Hello everybody. My name is Sonya, a native Praguer. I would like to share with you my passion about my city and the country. We will be exploring the hidden corners, speak about our culture, our customs and traditions. I was born and rise in Prague but I also used to live in Berlin and London for couple of years. I love traveling, going to different countries, especially in Asia - Cambodia, Laos, India, Thailand. My next destination will be Japan. To be a tour guide I fulfilled my child dream. As the child I was always behind the guides, carefully listening to their explanations. I decided to become an archaeologist. However, during the communistic time it was very hard to study archeology, because the department was open just every second year and only 3 people from the whole Czechoslovakia were accepted to the studies, so instead I studied and finished the Economics. After several year working, the dream reached me again and I met my dream job - guiding. I love history, its details, hidden stories to see that everything what happened in the previous years has such a huge impact today. That what attracts me on history. In Prague you will find me in a coffee house reading historical books or walking with a book and looking for small details. I can stay in the front of an building for hours admiring the beauty of gothic, renaissance, baroque era and any detail I can find on the building. I like making people happy, always you will be the first. I am very empathetic, caring, smiling, responsible. I am also very flexible, what everything you need to do, I can organize it. My work is my hobby. I look forward to meeting you. Official licensed guide of the Czech Republic - 1992 Official licensed guide of Prague - 2016 Official licensed guide of Jewish Town - 2016 university degree I don't organize tours by scooters, segways and bikes

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Overview of your Prague tour

The Jewish settlement has a long history in Bohemia lands. Did you know that they call it "Erec Kena'an" (Land of Kenaan)? Do you know, how the word "Slaves" was formed? There are so many things, which we could revealed during this tour and they have a huge impact for the current days. I am very happy to work as the tour guide for the Jewish Muzeum. So you will be in the best hands :). We have many legends specially about our famous Golem and his creator, one of the biggest Jewish teacher "Maharal". We will visit all open synagogues in the Jewish Town and the ancient Jewish Cemetery. The Prague Jewish Museum is the 2th biggest Jewish Museum of one nation in the whole world and I will be very glad to show you, how Jews used to live here. On Saturdays and on Jewish holidays, the Jewish Museum is closed.

Recent Reviews

Timothy A.United States
May 2023

Sonia was informative, professional, and very informed. One of the best tours we've had. Would highly recommend her to anyone

Tobi B.United States
September 2022

Sonia was a wonderful tour guide. Very knowledgeable and informative, and concerned with our comfort at all times.

Nina Y.United States
June 2022

I really enjoyed my tour of Jewish Prague with Sonya. Not only the topic is fascinating, but also Sonya pays a lot of attention to customizing the tour for YOU. "What are your interests and what would you like to learn from me?" - was her first question. I was not sure... but somehow she guessed it! This tour was my biggest impression of Prague, highly recommend!

Your Prague tour itinerary

You will visit the oldest functional synagogu in Europa, the most beautiful synagogue in Prague, the best preserved jewish cemetery. We would be covering time from Middle age to WW2 and the communistic era. I have many old pictures and also movie to show you to bring the history closer to you. To refresh us we could stop at the kosher cafe. I can help you to find the best suitable restaurants, museums and etc. You can extend your staying with tours about WW2, Terezin (former jewish ghetto during WW2) and much more, just ask me. I can customised to tour for you. You will see - Maisel Synagogue - a part of Jewish Museum (10 - 18th century) - Jewish Town Hall - walking by, still active - Pinkas Synagogue - Museum of Holocaust - Mikva (upon request) - Jewish cemetery - started in 14th century - Ceremonial Hall - walking around - Klaus Synagogue - walking around - Spanish Synagogue - a part of Jewish Museum (18 - 20th century)

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Transport details
Type: Walking

walking It is possible to organise a private transportation to meet you directly in the Jewish quarter or at your hotel.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Admission to the Museum 600,- CZK per person
Private Transportation With Driver
Meeting location

Staroměstské náměstí, Hlavní město Praha, Hlavní město Praha, 110 00, Czechia

In the Old Town Square - the corner shop Cartier (beginning of Parizska street). I will be holding a sign with your name. Or I can pick you up from the hotel or organise a transport, pls just ask

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Jewish Heritage
Religious Sites
History
City Highlights
Museums
Tour reference number
823589
Languages
English
German
Czech
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Prague is perfect for travellers interested in Jewish history and culture, as well as those who want to explore the fascinating legends and traditions of the Jewish Town. It's also ideal for families, as the tour is kid-friendly, and for anyone looking to connect with a local expert like Sonya P. for deeper insights into the area's rich history.

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