Skip the Line: Prague Castle Ticket and Introductory Overview
Overview
Gain admission to Prague Castle without having to wait to purchase your ticket
Explore the magnificent St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, Basilic of St. George and Golden Lane
Enjoy a 20 minute introduction of Prague Castle in the English language
Discover the Castle's beautiful interiors at your own pace
What's Included
- 20-minute introductory orientation in English
- Orientation map of the Castle complex
- Entry to St. Vitus Cathedral and Old Royal Palace
- Entry to St. George's Basilica and Golden Lane
- Skip-the-line access for ticket purchase
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Everything else not included is excluded
- Admission to the Great South Tower
- Guided tour of the interiors (only introduction included)
Meeting Location
Prague Castle
Hradcany, Prague 11908, Czech Republic
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Prague Castle is the Presidential office, so some buildings may be closed for operational or ceremonial reasons, and opening hours may change accordingly.
- IMPORTANT: During September and October (particularly around Czech Independence Day), some buildings within the Prague Castle complex can be closed for an annual Crown Jewel Exhibition and award ceremony. If you choose to book during this period, you will be informed of any closures via email.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- 20-minute introductory orientation in English.
- Orientation map of the Castle complex.
- Entry to St. Vitus Cathedral and Old Royal Palace.
- Entry to St. George's Basilica and Golden Lane.
- Skip-the-line access for ticket purchase.
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Everything else not included is excluded.
- Admission to the Great South Tower.
- Guided tour of the interiors (only introduction included).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Skip the Line: Prague Castle Ticket and Introductory Overview is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skip the Line: Prague Castle Ticket and Introductory Overview will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 20-minute introductory orientation in English
- Orientation map of the Castle complex
- Entry to St. Vitus Cathedral and Old Royal Palace
- Entry to St. George's Basilica and Golden Lane
- Skip-the-line access for ticket purchase
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Everything else not included is excluded
- Admission to the Great South Tower
- Guided tour of the interiors (only introduction included)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Prague Castle is the Presidential office, so some buildings may be closed for operational or ceremonial reasons, and opening hours may change accordingly.
- IMPORTANT: During September and October (particularly around Czech Independence Day), some buildings within the Prague Castle complex can be closed for an annual Crown Jewel Exhibition and award ceremony. If you choose to book during this period, you will be informed of any closures via email.
