Get into the musical atmosphere of Prague on this guided tour of locations connected to the famous Austrian composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Mozart visited Prague on four occasions in the 1780s and 90s, and his works were rapturously received. This tour offers you the unique opportunity to visit locations where Mozart stayed in Prague, and also reveals why Prague's citizens welcomed Mozart so warmly and why his music continues to win Czech hearts today.
Prague held a special place in Mozart's heart, and he felt that his music was especially appreciated by the city's people. This tour lets you follow his footsteps through the city. Visit Old Town and stop at the Golden Angel house and the Estates Theatre, which presented the world premiere of the opera, Don Giovanni, on October 29, 1791. In addition, visit the Three Golden Lions house, where Mozart lived during his second stay in Prague.
You will then head to the Museum of Music in Karmelitská by tram to see an exhibition of Mozart, or the Church of St Nicolas at Lesser Town where Mozart once play the organ. Returning to Old Town by tram, take the funicular to Petrin Tower and on to the Strahov Monastery at Hradcany, Prague’s peaceful neighborough. Visit Hradcany Square and the palaces where Mozart held concerts and the houses he stayed in.
The walking tour concludes at St Nicholas's Church, where a requiem was held on December 14, 1791, as a tribute to Mozart and as a statement of the Czech nation's sorrow caused by his sudden death. The trip ends in Lesser Town.
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Calculate Your Price:
2011-Jan-01 To 2012-Dec-31
Prague Walking Tour Following in Mozart's Footsteps
Departure Dates: Tuesday and Friday Commences: Prague, Czech Republic Departure Point: Prague new town, close to the Adria Palace Departure Time: 1:30pm Return Details: Concludes at Lesser Town
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Other Information:
Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking
Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed.
Local Operator Information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.
Europe
Login
