Step into the shoes of a plague doctor in Prague during the Black Death. Explore the city’s history, learn about prevention methods, and discover hidden gems while having a unique and engaging experience.
Step into the shoes of a plague doctor in Prague during the Black Death. Explore the city’s history, learn about prevention methods, and discover hidden gems while having a unique and engaging experience.
- Aurus Hotel by Prague Residences - The journey begins by introducing Alexander Schamsky, the plague doctor of Prague, and traveling back to the year 1715. The building, known as the “House of the Golden Well,” is introduced along with the holy saints of the plague, St. Sebastian and St. Rochus. Various believed causes of the plague are discussed….
- Aurus Hotel by Prague Residences - The journey begins by introducing Alexander Schamsky, the plague doctor of Prague, and traveling back to the year 1715. The building, known as the “House of the Golden Well,” is introduced along with the holy saints of the plague, St. Sebastian and St. Rochus. Various believed causes of the plague are discussed. A brief overview of the tour is provided, highlighting the hidden gems of Prague during the plague era.
- New Town Hall - The old monastery Klementinum, the new library, and the new town hall are introduced. The different types of the Black Death and the experiences of both wealthy and common people in Prague are described, including how they suffered and escaped. Details of life in quarantine are also explored.
- Staromestske namesti - The large market square, including the Hussite Church, Tyn Church, and the Old Town Hall, is introduced. The life of merchants during the plague era is described, with an excursion into the times of the 30-years-war.
- Franz Kafka Statue - After a brief introduction to Franz Kafka, insights into the life of Jewish people during the plague era in Prague and Europe are shared, followed by a visit to the Jewish Quarter. The novel “La Peste” by Albert Camus is also introduced.
- Church of Saint Simon and Jude - The old hospital “Na Frantisku” is visited to further explore the Plague in Prague, healing methods, and provide more medical background on the disease that claimed approximately 200 million lives worldwide. Some unknown heroes of medicine who worked in this hospital are also introduced.
- Convent of St Agnes of Bohemia - National Gallery Prague - The tour concludes at the hidden monastery of St. Agnes of Bohemia, introducing her life and work before summarizing the Plague era in Prague and Europe. Interesting facts about the current status of the disease are shared, and the tour ends with a group picture with the plague doctor.

- Group photo souvenir
- Group photo souvenir
We embark on an extraordinary journey to see the city through the perspective of a plague doctor, who served the city during 1713-1715. What lessons can be drawn from the plague and how did it eventually end? What strategies were implemented for prevention and what was the daily life of a plague doctor? We explore the city’s hidden treasures and…
We embark on an extraordinary journey to see the city through the perspective of a plague doctor, who served the city during 1713-1715. What lessons can be drawn from the plague and how did it eventually end? What strategies were implemented for prevention and what was the daily life of a plague doctor? We explore the city’s hidden treasures and discover the tranquil yet eerie corners of Prague. Apart from terrifying truths, we also incorporate elements of fun in this voyage in the era of the Black Death. After garnering online fame as recognized by the New York Times, Vogue and Forbes, we are now returning to the roads in search for a remedy!
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