Terezin: Private Half-Day Tour from Prague

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5 to 6 hours (approx.)

Hotel pickup offered

Mobile ticket

Overview

We'll explore the history of Terezin town by visiting the most interesting places. Btw. I'm the accredited official guide.

The Main Fortress - history of the unique military fortress from the 18th century (most groups skip this part).
The Ghetto Museum - the ghetto held jews from many countries.
The Magdeburg Barracks - former army barracks, today an exhibition on ghetto-era culture.
The loft - place where people lived during the ghetto period.
The synagogue - an improvised place to pray.
The Small Fortress - it was used as a prison.
Terezin Memorial - a National Cemetery.
The crematorium - built by prisoners in 1942.

All you need are:
- some snacks (lunch is not included),
- comfortable shoes (sidewalks can be slippery)

I'll handle all the other arrangements. We will spend approximately 4-4,5 hours in Terezín and 2 hours travelling. Please be prepared to walk at least 3 miles.

We may visit the sites in a different order.

What's Included

Bottled water
Private transportation
Admissions (Small Fortress, Museum, Synagogue, Crematorium, Magdeburg Barracks)
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Professional driver and guide

Lunch Lunch is not included. Better take a snack with you.
Gratuities

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Pickup details

Look for a grey Renault Trafic minivan. Usually arriving 5 minutes before pickup and stops right in front of the hotel (if possible).

What To Expect

Hlavni Pevnost (Main Fortress)

We'll start our tour at a “Retranchement 5” building where is the visitors center. I will explain the history of this unique 18th century military fortress. We'll climb its walls and find hidden spots that most groups miss because they're off the beaten track.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Muzeum Ghetta

The Ghetto Museum is located in the former school building in the very centre of Terezin. In the ground floor there is a Memorial hall of children. The first floor exhibition covers the inception of the persecution of Protectorate Jews, their life in the ghetto and extermination camps. Please be prepared that the exhibition may cause very strong emotions.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Magdeburska Kasarna (Magdeburg Barracks)

Former army barracks were used as a seat of Jewish self-goverment during the WWII. There is a Replica of a prison dormitory from the ghetto period. The exhibitions on the cultural activities of involuntary inhabitants of the ghetto continue the displays at the Ghetto Museum. Tipics: themes: music, paintings, literature, theatre. You already have a combined ticket from previous museum.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

A small prayer room (synagogue), which served as a place of worship for Jewish prisoners during the ghetto. Partially preserved decoration by Artur Berliner. In the first floor there is a loft where people lived.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mala Pevnost (Small Fortress)

It was a prison for Nazi regime opponents from 1940 to 1945 under the Prague Gestapo. You will see the prison cells (mass cells and solitary confinements), showers, delousing room, hospital, execution cells. There is a national cemetery nearby. Admission: you will already have the combined ticket from the previous stop.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Terezin Memorial

The National Cemetery in front of the Small Fortress. There are about 10 thousand people buried here. In particular, there are victims from the Small Fortress, the Terezín ghetto and the concentration camp in nearby Litoměřice.*Travel time is included in the whole duration.*

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Terezín Memorial - Crematorium and Jewish Cemetery

The crematorium was built by ghetto prisoners in 1942. About 30.000 corps were cremated here. Everything is in original condition. Admission included in the combined ticket from previous places.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not suitable for small kids because of the character of the place.
We will walk aprox 2 miles. Good shoes are important.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Terezin: Private Half-Day Tour from Prague?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025