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title: Prague Alchemy Legends and Mysteries Walking Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Prague
country: Czechia
price: 18
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.98
reviews: 340
duration_minutes: 105
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 2 of 45 (Walking & Old Town Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/czechia/prague/tours/prague-alchemy-legends-and-mysteries-walking-tour/
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# Prague Alchemy Legends and Mysteries Walking Tour

In our comparison: #2 of 45 in Walking & Old Town Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Discover the enchanting night streets of Prague as you wander through the picturesque neighborhoods of Nový Svět and Malá Strana. This guided tour unveils the city's darker secrets, including the mysterious house protected by a devil and the residence of renowned astronomer Tycho Brahe. Delve into the fascinating world of alchemy at Edward Kelley’s laboratory tower and walk the eerie streets that once stored corpses during the Black Death. Listen to ancient folk tales and chilling murder stories that echo through the ages, shared by the locals of Malá Strana.

- Explore the charming neighborhoods of Nový Svět and Malá Strana at night
- Learn about the mysterious house protected by the devil
- Discover the tower that served as alchemist Edward Kelley's laboratory
- Hear spine-tingling folk tales and real murder stories from local history

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Meet your guide in front of Malostranská…
- Starts 19:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €18 per person
- Duration: 1h 45m
- Rating: 4.98/5 from 340 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Real Prague Guides
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 19:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.98 from 340 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 340 of 340.

- 5 stars: 333 (98%)
- 4 stars: 7 (2%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Engaging story telling
- The price includes 30-min public transport ticket
- Certified guides

## Not included

- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Optional Gratuities
- Food and Drinks

## Itinerary

1. **Novy Svet** (45m) - Hear the tale of a house that is fabled to be protected by the devil himself, see the only romantic wooden hotel in Prague, learn about the famous Danish astronomer and the mysterious circumstances that surround his death
2. **Hradcanske Namesti** (15m) - Tak stunning photos of Prague Castle at night and views over Prague's Mala Strana
3. **Mala Strana (Little Quarter)** (30m) - Learn about the crazy alchemist Edward Kelley, see where his laboratory was located, visit the street which was used for storing corpses during the black death
4. **Kampa** (15m) - Take photos of the beautifully lit Charles Bridge at night, and hear the story of the most famous Czech underwater sprite

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Departures: 19:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Malostranská metro station. The guide will hold red umbrella with white 100 logo on it.

Ends: We finish the tour right next to Prague’s most iconic landmark, the Charles Bridge, which you’ll see beautifully illuminated after dark. 

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

## Compared with other Walking & Old Town Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 45** | €18 | 1h 45m | 4.98 (340) | shared |
| [Prague Old Town: Private Tour](/czechia/prague/tours/prague-old-town-private-tour/?format=md) | €50 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (1284) | private |
| [Prague Old Town Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with PragueWay](/czechia/prague/tours/prague-old-town-highlights-hidden-gems-tour-with-pragueway/?format=md) | €29 | 2h | 4.97 (286) | shared |
| [Prague Castle Walking Tour with a Licensed Local Guide](/czechia/prague/tours/prague-castle-walking-tour-with-a-licensed-local-guide/?format=md) | €18 | 2h 15m | 4.97 (265) | shared |

Ranked #2 of 45 in Walking & Old Town Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €3 to €555, median €44; typical length 3h. 16 of 45 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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