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World War II History Tour of Prague's Old Town

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Overview

Learn about the German occupation of Czechoslovakia on a WWII-themed tour of Prague's Old Town. See the Old Jewish Quarter, Astronomical Clock, Petschek Palace, Wenceslas Square, and more. Extended option: visit the Heydrich Terror Memorial.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: WWII-themed Old Town Tour
Choose this tour to learn about World War II in Prague. See the Meisel and Spanish Synagogues, Astronomical Clock, Petschek Palace and Wenceslas Square.

4-hour: WWII-themed Tour & The Heydrich Terror Memorial
Choose this tour to learn about World War II in Prague and visit the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror. See the Astronomical Clock, Wenceslas Square and more.

Join this history tour to learn about World War II from a Czech perspective, including Adolf Hitler’s visit to Prague, the Butcher of Prague, Operation Anthropoid, the Bombing of Prague, and the 1945 Uprising.

What's Included

  • (number of attractions depends on the selected options)
  • Private WWII-themed Tour of Prague's Old Town with the Heydrich Terror Memorial
  • Visit to the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror (4-hour option only)

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Náměstí Franze Kafky
    Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    World of Franz Kafka

    Meet your guide In front of the World of Franz Kafka, Nám. Franze Kafky 16/1, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Maisel Synagogue

    You will see the Maisel Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue, where some valuable Jewish objects were stored with the intention to install in the Nazi “museum of the extinct race”.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Prague Jewish Quarter

    Will start with a walk through Josefov, the Old Jewish Quarter. This area was of a particular interest to the Nazi regime, deserted in 1941 when the transportation of Czech Jews to the Theresienstadt concentration camp began.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

    Take a closer look at the facade of the Old Town Hall which suffered heavy damage during the Prague uprising in May 1945. Luckily, the iconic Astronomical Clock has survived.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Petschek Palace

    Another point of interest will be the Petschek Palace, which is the former seat of the Gestapo headquarters.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Wenceslas Square (Vaclavske namEsti)

    On the corner of the building you will find a memorial plaque dedicated to the Czech resistance. Learn about their offensive efforts, interrogations and tortures from your Expert-Guide. The tour will end in Wenceslas Square, which was used by the Nazis for mass demonstrations.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror

    Visit the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror, which is located in the underground crypt of the Cathedral of Saints Cyril and Methodius. This the last hideout of the seven SOE-trained Czechoslovakian agents involved in the assassination of a high-ranking German SS and police official Reinhard Heydrich. Discover fascinating stories of the Czech Resistance!
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    1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Old Town Square

    In the Old Town Square you will see landmarks such as the Church of St Nicholas, the Kinsky Palace, and the magnificent Church of Our Lady before Týn.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the World War II History Tour of Prague’s Old Town?

    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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-332549P346

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    What's Included

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    • (number of attractions depends on the selected options)
    • Private WWII-themed Tour of Prague's Old Town with the Heydrich Terror Memorial
    • Visit to the National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror (4-hour option only)
    • Sightseeing of historic sites of the 1945 Prague Uprising
    • Lots of information about WWII events, the Nazi occupation, Holocaust, liberation of Czechoslovakia
    • WWII History Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
    • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. A visit to the Heydrich Terror Memorial is not included in the basic 2-hour option.

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    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).

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