Overview
During this unique experience we explore the city from a point of view of a plague doctor who worked in the city between the years 1713-1715. What can we learn from the plague and how did it finish? What were the prevention methods and how did a typical day of a plague doctor looked like?
We visit hidden gems of the city and know the quiet and dark spots of Prague, besides some gruesome facts we also have fun in this experience during the times of the Black Death.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Group picture at the end of the tour
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The starting point is in front of the Hotel Aurus (House of the Golden Well).
End point
The our finishes at the convent of St. Agnes
What to expect
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10 min
At our starting point we introduce the plague doctor of Prague Alexander Schamsky and travel back into the year 1715. We introduce the building, also known as the "House of the Golden Well", and the holy saints of the plague St. Sebastian and St. Rochus. We also introduce the different root causes of the plague people believed in. All participants receive their plague protection masks and we start our tour to the hidden gems of Prague.
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New Town Hall
10 min
We introduce the old monastery Klementinum, the new library and the new town hall. We furthermore describe here the different types of the Black Death and how the wealthy and common people in Prague suffered and escaped. Furthermore we go into the details of a life in quarantine.
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Staromestske namesti
10 min
We introduce the big market square including the Hussite Church, Tyn Church and the Old Town Hall. We describe the life of merchants during the plague times and have an excursion into the times of the 30-years-war.
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Franz Kafka Statue
5 min
After a brief introduction of Franz Kafka we share some insights of the life of the Jewish people during the Plague times in Prague and Europe and enter then the Jewish Quarter. We also introduce the novel "La Peste", written by Albert Camus.
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Church of Saint Simon and Jude
15 min
We visit the old hospital "Na Frantisku" and explore further the Plague in Prague, healing methods and share more medical background of the disaease that killed approximately 200 mil people worldwide. We also introduce some unknown heros of medicine that worked in this hospital.
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National Gallery Prague - Convent of St. Agnes
15 min
We conclude our tour at the hidden monastery of St. Agnes of Bohemia, introduce her life an work before giving a summary of the Plague times in Prague and Europe. We share interesting facts about the current status of the disease and end the tour with a group picture including the plague masks. All our guests receive a diploma as Plague Doctors after our tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Prague).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about The Plague Doctor of Prague
Can I cancel The Plague Doctor of Prague for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
The starting point is in front of the Hotel Aurus (House of the Golden Well).
What's included?
- Group picture at the end of the tour
Which places does it visit?
It visits New Town Hall, Staromestske namesti, Franz Kafka Statue, Church of Saint Simon and Jude, National Gallery Prague - Convent of St. Agnes.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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