Explore Prague New Town 20th Century History Walking Tour
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
Discover the historical and artistic treasures of Prague's New Town on this engaging 2.5-hour walking tour. Starting at Wenceslas Square, delve into the dramatic events of the 20th century while admiring architectural marvels like the Dancing House and the National Theatre. Wander through hidden gardens and lesser-known passages, and hear stories from WWII and Communist Czechoslovakia. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those looking to explore off the beaten path. - Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes of guided exploration - Easy walking route, suitable for most travelers - Visit notable landmarks including the Velvet Revolution memorial and Franciscan Garden - Ends at Jungmann Square, just a short walk from the Old Town
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional English-speaking Guide
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Lucerna Palace is a historic Art Nouveau landmark in central Prague, famous for its elegant passage, cultural venues, and David Černý's upside-down horse sculpture.
Světozor Passage is a charming historic arcade connecting Wenceslas Square with Vodičkova Street.
The Franciscan Garden is a peaceful green oasis in the heart of Prague, offering a quiet escape just steps from the bustling Wenceslas Square.
The Franz Kafka Rotating Head is a striking kinetic sculpture by Czech artist David Černý, featuring 42 rotating stainless steel layers that form the face of Franz Kafka.
The Memorial of the Velvet Revolution commemorates the peaceful 1989 protests that ended communist rule in Czechoslovakia and restored democracy.
The New Town Hall is a historic Gothic landmark best known as the site of Prague's First Defenestration in 1419, a key event that sparked the Hussite Wars.
The Heydrich Terror Memorial commemorates the victims of Nazi persecution and honors the Czech resistance fighters who carried out the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich in 1942.
The Dancing House is one of Prague's most iconic modern landmarks, renowned for its unique deconstructivist design inspired by the dancing duo Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.
The National Theatre is the Czech Republic's premier stage for opera, ballet, and drama, celebrated as a symbol of Czech culture and national identity.
Jungmann Square is a lively public square in the heart of Prague, dedicated to Czech linguist Josef Jungmann and surrounded by historic buildings, cafés, and shops.
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
- Our guide will be standing to the right of the statue, holding a green umbrella.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Free Walking Tour Prague
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Prague
- Its from-price is 57% below the median of the 1953 experiences we list in Prague.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 872 of 1953.
- 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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