| Golden Lane (Zlatá ulička) is a 15th-century street located within the Prague Castle complex. It has a beautiful, old-world quaintness about it.
For centuries, skilled artisans lived and worked in the tiny houses lining Golden Lane, providing goods and services for the inhabitants of Prague Castle. During the reign of Rudolf II (1552-1612), the mystical art of alchemy was even practised here.
Golden Lane comprises 11 historic houses, inside which period scenes have been created to show the life of the artisans. Visitors can see how they worked and where they ate, drank, socialised and slept.
Upstairs in the houses are medieval armoury exhibitions and textile displays.
Golden Lane was constructed after an outer wall was added to the original Romanesque castle. For many years it was known as Zlatnická ulička (Goldsmith's Lane), due to the number of goldsmiths who lived here — some more alchemist than goldsmith.
Originally the houses were much smaller. Over time, as they fell into disrepair, they were replaced with the slightly larger dwellings we see today.
To enter Golden Lane, visitors need to buy a Prague Castle Ticket. Alternatively, book the Prague Castle Tour with Entry Ticket or Prague Castle By Night & Alchemy Tour . | 
