The Golden Lane
Attraction
4.4 (14162 reviews)
This street is lined with charming houses built in the 16th century for the guards of Prague Castle.
Pražský hrad Hrad III, nádvoří, 119 00 Praha 1-Hradčany, Czechia
+420 224 372 423
Did You Know?
Name Change
Golden Lane was originally called Goldsmith Lane (Zlatnická) in the 16th century before being renamed to Golden Lane (Zlatá ulička).
Kafka's Residence
The famous German-language writer Franz Kafka lived in house No. 22 on Golden Lane from 1916 to 1917.
Alchemist Legend
There's a story that Golden Lane was inhabited by alchemists during the reign of Emperor Rudolf II, who was known for his interest in alchemy and astrology.
Writer's Haven
Golden Lane was popular among writers, with house No. 12 serving as a meeting place for Czech writers František Halas, Jaroslav Seifert, and Vítězslav Nezval.
Highlights from Reviews
• picturesque houses
The colorful, tiny houses create a charming, fairy-tale-like atmosphere.
• historical insight
The lane offers a glimpse into the past with historical artifacts and reconstructions of old homes.
• Kafka connection
The lane is linked to Franz Kafka, offering a chance to see where he lived and worked.
• included in ticket
Entry to the lane is included with the Prague Castle ticket.
• astounding experience
The lane is full of beautiful architecture with beautiful buildings and a lot of great history.