ABOUT US
Meet Your Local Prague Guides
At Prague Local Friends, we're a team of passionate locals who love sharing the charm, quirks, and hidden corners of our beloved city. We specialize in private tours in Prague and tailor-made experiences around the Czech Republic, always led by certified, licensed, and experienced guides — many of whom are among the very best in the city.
Why Choose Us?
We're not a big travel agency. We're a close-knit team of friends who live here, know the city inside out, and believe that great travel experiences come from connection, storytelling, and authenticity. With us, you'll feel like you're exploring Prague with a local friend — not just following a script.
Our tours are:
Personal and flexible (no rigid itineraries!)
Rich in history, humor, and local perspective
Led by guides who speak multiple languages
Suitable for solo travelers, families, couples, and corporate groups
What Makes Us Different?
We are certified Prague guides with years of hands-on experience
We're locals — born here or living here for decades, we know Prague like our own backyard
Some of us also teach future guides or work in cultural tourism
We keep things real — no costumes, no gimmicks, just honest storytelling
We focus on small groups, so you're never just another face in the crowd
Meet the Team
Each member of our team brings something unique — whether it's a background in acting, tourism, linguistics, or education. What unites us? A shared passion for Prague and a love for connecting with curious travelers from around the world.
Want to know more about who's behind the tours? Check out our guide bios here below!
Beyond Prague
We also organize day trips and regional tours throughout the Czech Republic — including castles, wine regions, spa towns, and countryside gems. Whether you're looking to visit Kutná Hora, Český Krumlov, Terezín, or taste local wine in Bohemia, we've got you covered
Let's Explore Together
Ready to experience Prague like a local? Let us tailor a tour just for you — whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to see more.
Contact us to start planning your experience.
Our core team
Kristian Mejstřík
HEAD OF THIS, THAT & EVERYTHING
Meet Kristian – Prague-born storyteller, tour director and founder of Prague Local Friends. From his early days in theatre to years of guiding and managing travel experiences across Central Europe, he has built a career on bringing places to life through stories, expertise and a warm personal approach. With a master's degree in tourism, university lecturing experience and thousands of happy guests, Kristian is the kind of guide who makes every moment memorable. (Read more...)
Kája
HEAD OF MISSION POSSIBLE
Experienced travel professional with over 15 years in the hospitality and travel industry, including extensive experience in the UK and South East Asia. Responsible for managing on-site operations, coordinating local teams, overseeing guides and transportation arrangements, and ensuring that all travel services are delivered smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Magda
HEAD OF GUESTS HAPINESS
Combines the best of hospitality and guest relations with a warm, personal approach. With over a decade of experience in the cruise industry, she knows how to make every guest feel welcomed, understood and genuinely cared for. Smooth communication, thoughtful assistance and an uplifting presence – she brings comfort, positivity and a truly friendly spirit to our team.
Anna
CHIEF OF SECRETS
Anna is the multitasking heartbeat of Prague Local Friends. She is involved in nearly everything that happens behind the scenes, assisting with anything the team throws her way and keeping our operations running smoothly. On top of that, she brings her creative eye to our social media, making sure our stories look as good as they feel.
Guides
Markéta
SEÑORITA OF SMILES, SYNTAX & SITES
Markéta is a world-minded storyteller originally from Plzeň – a traveller at heart whose journey led from London to Spain, Scotland and finally to Prague, the city she now proudly calls home. With a background in Spanish Philology, years of international experience and a deep love for culture, history and architecture, she brings a vibrant, global perspective to every tour. As a licensed guide, she combines curiosity, language skills and an eye for hidden gems to create engaging experiences for visitors from around the world. (Read more...)
Jana
SENIOR SPECIALIST FOR SMILES & STORIES
Jana has spent her whole life watching Prague transform – from a quiet communist capital into the vibrant, modern city it is today. Her background in international relations gives her tours a sharp understanding of recent history, politics and life behind the Iron Curtain. After travelling the world, she returned with an even deeper appreciation for Prague's beauty and character. With more than 18 years of guiding experience, she leads tours with warmth, clarity and a wonderfully dry sense of humor. Curious, knowledgeable and always up for good conversation, she makes every walk feel personal and engaging. (Read more...)
Katrin
HEAD OF MAKING THINGS LOOK BELLISSIMO
Prague has been her lifelong home, and with her background in Aesthetics at Charles University, she sees the city's beauty everywhere she goes. Her passion for Italy, history and art gives her guiding a rich, colourful perspective. Years spent exploring antique markets, design fairs and the hidden corners of Prague have shaped her unique eye for detail. She loves sharing stories, connecting with people and making every tour feel relaxed, insightful and fun. And above all, she brings warmth, curiosity and authenticity to every walk. (Read more...)
Radka
DAME OF CULTURE
Radka is a Prague native with storytelling in her blood – shaped by a historian father, a librarian mother and a lifelong love of books, art and people. Her studies in journalism, theatre history and library science, together with years spent working in publishing and at the Museum of Decorative Arts, give her a rich and creative perspective on the city. As a guide, she brings all her passions together, sharing Prague through thoughtful stories and genuine human connection. (Read more...)
Eva
WALKING KINDNESS
Eva grew up in Prague with a local-guide mother, discovering hidden corners long before she ever planned to guide herself. She later studied English and Education at Charles University and has been guiding since 2009. She loves meeting people from around the world and sharing Prague's history, culture and everyday charm. Her warm, patient approach makes every tour feel relaxed, friendly and engaging. And whether it's stories, views or cosy cafés, she always knows where to find the best of Prague. (Read more...)
Alena
QUEEN OF QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Alena is a Prague native with a deep love for her city and a background in tourism from the University of Economics. Her time in the United States strengthened her English and introduced her to new cultural perspectives that enrich her guiding today. She later built strong experience in hotel sales and incoming travel, developing a keen sense for hospitality and group coordination. As a licensed guide, she shares Prague's history and everyday life with warmth, clarity and enthusiasm. And whether she's leading international visitors or Czech school groups, her tours are always engaging, thoughtful and full of stories. (Read more...)
Efka
GUIDE WITH CHEMISTRY (Literally)
Efka has called Prague her second home since 2008, after spending several years in England. Originally trained in chemistry and biotechnology, she never expected to become a guide – until Prague's beauty and hidden corners won her heart. She earned her guiding license in 2012 and has been sharing the city's stories with visitors ever since. Her friendly nature and love of meeting new people make every tour warm and welcoming. And because she enjoys traveling and discovering new places herself, guiding feels like the perfect match for her curious spirit. (Read more...)
Lucie
WALKING WIT
Lucie is a Prague-born guide whose love for the city began in childhood, sparked by her grandmother's magical stories about kings, clocks and alchemists. With an MBA and an official tour guide license, she has been guiding since 2001 in English and Spanish, always with warmth and humor. After years in the corporate world, she returned fully to her true passion – storytelling, travel and connecting with people. Today she leads tours not only in Prague and across the Czech Republic, but also in Spain, Portugal and the UK. Energetic, curious and endlessly enthusiastic, she brings her guests into the real Prague – full of charm, surprises and unforgettable stories.
Lenka
BUBBLY AFFAIRS & HALLO COORDINATOR
Lenka is a law graduate who happily traded courtrooms for cobblestones, discovering that guiding and storytelling were her true calling. Since 2004, she has been bringing Prague to life with her energy, insight and effortless humor. Fluent in Czech, German and English, she connects with guests from all over the world and makes every tour feel both personal and relaxed. Her love of history is matched only by her love of good company – and perhaps a glass of wine along the way. With Lenka, Prague becomes not just a place to see, but a place to enjoy. (Read more...)