Guides
Our Private Prague guides have years of experience working with clients like you. Learn more about them below and book a guide.
Imagine walking the streets of Prague with an experienced guide who can show you all the most important sights, take you into the most stunning interiors, answer all of your questions, and share tips with you that you won’t get anywhere else ‒ whether you’re curious about medieval arts and crafts or modern craft beer. With our experienced guides, you will get much more than a sightseeing tour. Our Private Prague guides are regularly engaged by concierges in the city’s best hotels.
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All of them will give you an up close and personal experience of Prague, your way.
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Hana Kasalová
BIO
Born and bred in Prague. It is impossible to take a Prague girl out of Prague, said one USA expat. Hana broke away for a couple of years when she lived in the UK studying English as a foreign language. Being Czech feels great but language-wise it is useless. She has always wanted to share her passions for local architecture, history, art and, currently, her life with English-speaking visitors. Her dream has come true. She was hired by Four Seasons, a top global hotel chain.
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English
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Have no plan. Keep walking the charming streets and let the magic be revealed.
MOTTO
Travel is like reading. If you don’t travel, you keep reading the first page over and over again.
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Michaela Jiroutová
BIO
Michaela is open-minded and keeps smiling. She lights up a room when she enters. Michaela’s presence is unforgettable. Born and raised in Prague she specializes in WWII history, Jewish history including the Holocaust and Communism. During her career she worked with Holocaust survivors and wrote down their experiences. As you can imagine, only a very strong person can do that. Due to her communication skills, you can ask her about anything and she will provide a sincere answer. Michaela’s tours are informative and fun.
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English
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Michaela loves visiting Theresienstadt and in Prague - Villa Muller with its fascinating background.
MOTTO
The ones who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.
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Jiří Janíček
BIO
Fluent in English and German, Jiří (George) started to work as a tour guide just after the Velvet Revolution of 1989. His former studies in Art and Film and his work for Czech Television make his tours informative and fun. The native Praguer loves to show all the hidden spots and "round the corners" of our magical City of Prague.
LANGUAGE
English, German
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David Černý, a contemporary artist, exhibits in public spaces and Jiří knows them all. Let him show them to you. David Černý is an exceptional artist and his works require a clear explanation. Jiří is well prepared to lead you through Černý’s artistic career.
MOTTO
A tour is entertainment.
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Markéta Růžičková
BIO
Her family has been living in Prague for generations. Markéta’s heart beats for Prague and everything connected with the "Mother of Cities". That is what Czechs call their capital. Already during her studies she started to share her knowledge about art and architecture with foreign visitors. Markéta keeps herself in shape. Professionally and physically. She is perfect at tailoring your tour to your needs. She is caring and great to spend time with.
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English
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Strahov Library halls and the forgotten streets of Prague.
MOTTO
Live life. Learn lessons. Liberate yourself.
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Lucie Kubů
BIO
Bilingual Lucie conducts tours in English and Italian. Energetic, informative and fun to be with. A native Praguer, and mother of three sons. She is always busy and has many topics to talk about. When she enters a room, everyone notices her. She has been guiding since 1993. Lucie has also become known as an expert in Jewish history and culture, contemporary architecture, lifestyle and food. Here we have another person we can even call a "foodie". Food in general is a big thing for Czechs and Lucie can prove this. Latin-American Dance and giving spa treatments are among her hobbies. Goodness knows how she manages all this!
LANGUAGE
English, Italian
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Lucie tells you all about Olbram Zoubek’s work of art at the foot of Petřín Hill.
MOTTO
Don’t get lost in the details.
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Tereza Hradecká
BIO
Charming, shining and a very pleasant person to be with. Tereza spent a year in Australia and also traveled all over the world. Having been brought up in the historical core of Prague led her to becoming a licensed tour guide. What we grow up with influences us in future years.
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English
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Tereza admires David Černý. Let her lead you to his works of art. Have fun listening to the stories about this controversial contemporary sculptor.
MOTTO
Tomorrow’s life is too late. Live today.
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Pavel Kůča
BIO
Unparalleled storyteller and informative historian. Born in 1980. Lucky enough to travel later from continent to continent. As an experienced traveler, he knows what tourists need and require when on a journey. Combine Czech craft beer tasting and sampling "koláče" (Americans usually call them "kolaches") with his real-life anecdotes. Pavel is generous with his authentic stories of the Cold War era and the Nazi occupation. He is ready to tell you all about the relationships among Czech- and German-speaking Catholics, Protestants and Jews, who somehow co-existed under Austrian rule. Enjoy the adventure!
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English
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House of the Lords of Kunštát with the Romanesque underground, Renaissance vaulted ceilings and craft beers.
MOTTO
Intellect can be fun.
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Martina Hinks-Edwards
BIO
Born and raised in Prague. A former student of English Language and Literature at Charles University, Martina has been leading mainly cultural tours focusing on art, history and architecture organised by travel companies such as Tauck among others, as well as individual clients, for over 20 years. She still demonstrates a tremendous passion for her job and is highly valued for her expertise and depth of knowledge combined with an ease of communication. Jewish history and sights have always been a great interest of hers, as well as modern 20th century architecture. She is also familiar with genealogy. As an avid cyclist and hiker, Martina can assist you to experience the beauty of the Czech countryside.
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English
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A beautiful, peaceful little lane called Novy Svet (New World) hidden away in the Castle District with its delightful café.
MOTTO
Nothing ventured, nothing gained!
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Kateřina Sedláková
BIO
A big smile, a warm welcome and many interesting stories to tell. Kateřina is a great fan of modern art, design and architecture. She studied at Charles University, the oldest Central European university and lived for a couple of years in London. She is also well traveled. It is part of her cosmopolitan nature. As a former concierge of the Mandarin Oriental, Prague, Kateřina is familiar with Prague restaurants, bars, cafés and places to chill out. You can even call her a "foodie", supposedly she does not get upset.
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English
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The Holešovice district of the city, the National Museum of Agriculture rooftop terrace (Kateřina and you will be the only privileged visitors), the Chemistry Gallery focused on young artists nearby.
MOTTO
Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.
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Ivana Tavares
BIO
A Praguer by birth, university educated by choice. She studied at local as well as foreign universities. Spain, Portugal and the USA were her study destinations. She is passionate about cooking, loves music and art. She is ready to share the recipes of Czech cuisine with you. You bet it will whet your appetite!
LANGUAGE
English, Spanish, Portuguese
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Strahov Library, Josefov as a former Jewish Quarter and Terezin are among her favorite spots to share with her guests.
MOTTO
Let’s make every day special and at least one person happy.
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Markéta Cranfordová
BIO
A native Praguer who was ever so lucky to end up in Oxford, UK. She studied Management and International Relations. Due to her passion for history and art, she became involved in guiding and tourism in general. Rather Renaissance when it comes to her interests and hobbies. Markéta loves beer. She is familiar with all the health benefits of this gift of Nature. She is also a professional guide of Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Plzeň (Pilsner). Lucky her!
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English
INSIDER TIP
Karlín, Žižkov and Vinohrady are her favorite off-the-beaten-track residential areas of Prague.
MOTTO
Book me for hours and I will show you centuries.
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Ivana Kalendová
BIO
Born in the former Czechoslovakia, Ivana spent several years in Cuba. There she became fluent in Spanish, English and Russian. Ivana has been guiding for three decades. She is perfect in accommodating foreign visitors. Her attentiveness, care and passion for what she does say it all. Ivana’s stories about "before" and "after" are unforgettable. Join her and enjoy your time in Prague!
LANGUAGE
English, Spanish
INSIDER TIP
Prague Baroque Gardens, the short-cuts and narrow lanes of the Old Town.
MOTTO
Don’t forget to believe in yourself.
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Světlana Radová
BIO
English-, French- and Russian-speaking Světlana is a native Praguer. A professional translator and interpreter prior to 1989, who became a professional tour guide after the Velvet Revolution. Her work has become her passion. She loves pointing out the details which are easily missed. Stick to her.
LANGUAGE
English, Russian, French
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Petřín Hill, Vyšehrad, Troja Château and Botanical Garden are recommended by Světlana as places to visit.
MOTTO
Enjoy the simple things in life.
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Ilona Včalová
BIO
Ilona is one of the top local guides, coming from a Czech-Russian family. Her excellent communicative skills, interests such as history, art and architecture, have resulted in her being hired by leading Prague hotel chains (Four Seasons, Hilton, etc.) and major travel agencies (IMS, TAUCK, Scenic Tours). She is fun to be with, answers all your questions and makes your time worthwhile. She guides excursions all over Prague and the Czech Republic. Surprisingly, she also manages to work as a radio presenter. This makes one wonder where she gets the time and energy? One might say "Typical Gemini!".
LANGUAGE
English, Russian
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Prague gardens. According to her, they are the hidden gems of the city. Let her uncover them for you.
MOTTO
The more I guide, the luckier I get.
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Radka Vocetková
BIO
Radka has been working as a guide for almost 30 years. She is very experienced and professional and well travelled gathering inspiration from other nations and their cultures. She spent a year in England studying and working there to perfect her English. Her repertoire is wide, her tours very informative, art, art galleries and photography are her love. She gets hired by top Prague hotels as well as by leading tourist agencies. She makes sure you are in good hands. Granted!
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English
INSIDER TIP
Strahov Monastery, Lobkowicz Palace and its private exquisite art collection.
MOTTO
I wish that you leave Prague with the feeling: "Oh, I fell in love with this mystical city!".
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Jana Svobodová
BIO
An economist by early education, Jana decided to follow her interests in foreign languages, history and architecture. One of the very first professional guides, she started her career as early as 1991. Basically at the time when Czech democracy was still in the cradle. Her work is highly valued by major tour operators, e.g. Tauck, IMS, Senator Travel. Jana also loves showing around independent individual travelers and small private groups.
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English
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Jana loves the unique Prague alleys and arcades.
MOTTO
I would like you to feel at home in my city.
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Darina Krajáková
BIO
This native Praguer has managed to cover many fields so far. Culture, art gallery, film industry, teaching. She is a Renaissance-type woman who always comes up with interesting views and comments. One of her childhood dreams was to become a tour guide. And here you go! Darina is ready to show you all around the mysterious City of Prague. Enjoy your time with Darina, an avid lover of history and music.
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English
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Prague gardens are symbols of beauty and peace. The Church of St. Cyril and Methodius experienced a bloody historical event in May 1942. Darina accompanies you very well through both extremes.
MOTTO
There is no future without history.
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Marek Holub
BIO
Born in the 1970s, Marek belongs to the generation which went through the great political change of 1989. He has knowledge of the comparison between "before" and "after". Fascinating and challenging at the same time. He studied Art History and travels whenever he can. As a typical Czech, Marek loves beer. His life and work experiences make him a very pleasant companion.
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English
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Strahov Monastery and its amazing library and microbrewery. Don’t miss St. Norbert’s beer!
MOTTO
People forget what you said, people forget what you did, but they never forget how you made them feel.
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Hana Kornecká
BIO
Hana Kornecká chose Prague as her base. Coming from a very industrial city in the northeast of the Czech Republic and traveling for work all over England, Scotland, Egypt and even the USA, finally made her drop anchor in Prague. She is an excellent tour leader and private guide as well. She has tons of stories to share not "only" about the old days before the 1989 Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia. Her generation did not have an easy time, but Hana is the evidence that "Everyone is a Master of His Own Destiny".
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English
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The heart of Prague - Wenceslas Square - is where she loves to stroll, describing what her country had to go through to reach democracy. As a lady now well settled in the capital city, she has her favorite spots and is very open to revealing them to you.
MOTTO
Every tour I undertake includes fun as well.
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Nina Oliberiusová
BIO
Born in Prague. Her great grandfather was an aristocrat. Nina followed her family roots and studied all about the Habsburgs, other European royal families and aristocracy. Her interests helped her to become a professional tour guide. She presents all her knowledge in an entertaining way. Due to her background, Nina specializes in Jewish history and heritage. She loves to travel and enjoys her life. It is enriching to be in her presence.
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English
INSIDER TIP
Strahov Monastery, Jerusalem Synagogue, Třebíč Jewish Quarter.
MOTTO
What is the essence of life? To serve others and to do good.
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Renata Holmanová
BIO
After graduation in 1992, Renata moved to the USA. Her mission was to help disabled students at Berkeley University. It was an eye-opener for her! As a professional guide, Renata gets hired by major tourist agencies. She claims that her job has become her main hobby! Lucky woman. Her gratitude shows. Renata enjoys the non-stop learning and educating herself while serving tourists.
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English
INSIDER TIP
She is an explorer. She leads you to the places you would hardly find by yourself.
MOTTO
Do what you love, love what you do!
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