Immerse yourself in Czechoslovak’s war history on this Second World War & Communism Tour in Prague. Explore the hideout of paratroopers, walk through New Town and the Jewish Quarter, and learn about important events from Czechoslovak’s WW2 and Cold War history.
Immerse yourself in Czechoslovak’s war history on this Second World War & Communism Tour in Prague. Explore the hideout of paratroopers, walk through New Town and the Jewish Quarter, and learn about important events from Czechoslovak’s WW2 and Cold War history.
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Klárov - This is where our tour starts. There are two important monuments in Klarov. Memorial to the Second Resistance and Winged Lion Memorial.
We will tell you how Czechoslovakia gained its independence in the First World War, why it was one of the first countries Hitler occupied and what happened to Czechoslovak soldiers during the WW2.
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- Klárov - This is where our tour starts. There are two important monuments in Klarov. Memorial to the Second Resistance and Winged Lion Memorial.
We will tell you how Czechoslovakia gained its independence in the First World War, why it was one of the first countries Hitler occupied and what happened to Czechoslovak soldiers during the WW2.
- Pinkas Synagogue, Jewish Museum in Prague - You will learn the fate of Czech Jewish people, how many of them managed to emigrate and what happened to those who didn’t.
- Staromestske namesti - Here, next to the Old Town Hall we will tell the story of the Prague Uprising and explain how the end of WW2 set the stage for the rise of Communism in Czechoslovakia.
- Wenceslas Square (Vaclavske namEsti) - What happened after communism started in Czechoslovakia? Why did Warsaw Pact armies invade Czechoslovakia in 1968? And where was the place of Jan Palach’s self-immolation?
- OC Quadrio - Here you will see the Rotating Head of Kafka, we will talk about art during Communism.
- Hands reaching out of the wall on Narodni Trida - You will learn here about the Velvet Revolution and the fall of communism.
- National Theater - We’ll introduce to you Vaclav Havel, the first president of Czechoslovakia after the fall of communism and will explain his role during the Velvet Revolution
- Dancing House - We’ll show you the Dancing House and the the story of Valentine’s Day bombing.
- St Cyril and St Methodius Cathedral - We will finish the tour with the story of the most important achievement of Czechoslovak resistance during WW2. Operation Anthropoid.
- Certified Tour Guide In-person: English
- Free Entry to Museum of Anthropoid Operation
- Certified Tour Guide In-person: English
- Free Entry to Museum of Anthropoid Operation
- Gratuities
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Explore Prague’s dramatic 20th-century history—from the Nazi occupation to communist rule and the victory of the Velvet Revolution—with guides whose families experienced these events firsthand.
What You’ll Discover:
- The Prague Uprising at the Old Town Hall battleground
- Pinkas Synagogue: A tribute to 80,000 Czech Jews
- St. Cyril & Methodius: The…
Explore Prague’s dramatic 20th-century history—from the Nazi occupation to communist rule and the victory of the Velvet Revolution—with guides whose families experienced these events firsthand.
What You’ll Discover:
- The Prague Uprising at the Old Town Hall battleground
- Pinkas Synagogue: A tribute to 80,000 Czech Jews
- St. Cyril & Methodius: The assassins’ courageous final stand
- Wenceslas Square: The birthplace of the Velvet Revolution
- Kafka’s rotating head - the impact of history on the present
Why Guides Matter:
Certified locals share personal family stories—authentic emotion, no filtered history.
Key Details:
- Tip-based: €3 booking secures your spot; you can tip the guide at the end
- Group size: 25-30
- 3 hours of moderate walking: Old Town → New Town
- Start at Malostranská → End at Anthropoid Crypt
A transformative experience for history enthusiasts. Limited spots—reserve your place today!
- Animals are not allowed inside the war memorial we visit at the end of the tour
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
