20th Century Prague: WW2 and Communism
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join our small-group journey into the recent past of Prague. You'll unravel the story of Prague's journey from being the bustling capital of a post-WWI Republic, to being dismantled by Hitler. Learn about the only successful assassination of a high-ranking Nazi officer. Explore the attempts by Czechoslovaks to reform communism, only to be invaded by their supposed allies. Learn about the courageous sacrifice of a 20-year-old student who sparked a national awakening. Finally, witness the remarkable events of the most peaceful revolution and dissolution in modern history. Throughout the tour, you'll visit the very sites and monuments where these pivotal moments unfolded, offering a firsthand glimpse into Prague's complex history. The tour is limited to 10 people, to ensure a more personal experience.
Inclusions
What's included
- Public Transportation Ticket
Itinerary
We start our tour at the magnificent Municipal House, where the declaration of independence of Czechoslovakia was signed in 1918.
One of the main squares of Prague, and where some of the turning points of the XX century took place
We walk through the famous Lucerna Palace, built by the Havel family in the early XX century.
A time capsule in the heart of Prague.
The famous Franz Kafka spinning head
We visit the monument to dissident turned president Vaclav Havel.
This is the place where the Velvet Revolution began.
We finish the tour at the crypt where the assassins of Heydrich made their final stand.
We pass by the famous building by Frank Gehry.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide in front of the Powder Tower, a magnificent gothic tower on the edge of the Old Town. Coordinates below.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Heart of Europe
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The rest of the tour duration is for walking and consideration for travelers.
How it compares in Prague
- Its from-price is 25% below the median of the 343 city tours we list in Prague.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 147 of 343.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Prague
Prague's skyline of spires rises over the Vltava, with a hilltop castle, statue-lined bridge and a medieval old town that survived largely intact.
Prague Castle, one of the largest castle complexes anywhere, crowns the hill of Hradčany, with St Vitus Cathedral at its centre and the tiny houses of Golden Lane tucked behind. Below, the Lesser Town's Baroque palaces and terraced gardens lead down to the Charles Bridge, lined with statues of saints and busy from dawn.
Top-ranked sights in Prague: Charles Bridge (Karluv Most), Prague Castle (Pražský Hrad), Prague Old Town Square (Staromestské Námestí).
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