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WWII and Communism History in Prague's Old Town Private Tour

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Overview

Immerse yourself in Prague's turbulent modern history and learn about the important events and people of the Communist era. See the Spanish Synagogue, the Astronomical Clock and the Wenceslas Square. Extended option: visit the Communism Museum.

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

2-hour: WWII and Communism-themed Old Town Tour
Join this tour to discover the WWII and Communism-era chronicles of Prague Old Town. See the Meisel and Spanish Synagogues, Astronomical Clock, Petschek Palace and the Wenceslas Square.

4-hour: Themed Tour & the Museum of Communism
Choose this tour to learn about WWII and Communist-era Prague, see the Spanish Synagogue, Astronomical Clock and the Wenceslas Square, and visit the Museum of Communism.

On this WWII and Communism-themed tour you will discover the turbulent events of the German occupation of Czechoslovakia, the Operation Anthropoid, the 1945 Uprising, the Salinization and the Velvet Revolution.

What's Included

  • Regular tickets to the Museum of Communism (only in 4-hour option)
  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Lots of information about the WWII and Communism-era events and personalities
  • Tickets to the Museum of Communism (in 2-hour option)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

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

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

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

Start with a walk through Josefov, which is one of the best preserved Jewish Ghettos in Europe. You will see the Maisel Synagogue and the Spanish Synagogue and hear about the horrors of the transportation of Czech Jews to the Theresienstadt concentration camp and Hitler’s horrific plan to create the “museum of the extinct race”.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Town Square

Prague played an important part in defeating the Nazi regime. Your Private Guide will give you the details of the Prague Uprising at the Old Town Square.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Town Hall with Astronomical Clock

You will see the iconic Astronomical Clock on the facade of the Old Town Hall, which suffered heavy damage during the bloody battles of May 5-9, 1945. The involvement of the Red Army in the liberalization of the city was later used by the Czechoslovak Communist Party to increase the support for communism.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Petschek Palace

Next, you will walk to the Petschek Palace, the former seat of the Gestapo headquarters. On the corner of the building you will find a memorial plaque dedicated to the Czech resistance and you will hear of their efforts, interrogations and tortures.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wenceslas Square (Vaclavske namEsti)

The tour will end on the historic Wenceslas Square, which was used by the Nazis for mass demonstrations and where the mass demonstrations of the 1989 Velvet Revolution took place.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum of Communism

Visit the Museum of Communism to get an insight into the life in Communist-era Czechoslovakia. The museum covers the events from the four decades of communist rule in the country, including the Cold War, Prague Spring, Soviet Invasion of 1968, suicide of student Jan Palach, and the Velvet Revolution. You will hear the stories of the totalitarian regime, propaganda, censorship, political trials and executions. This is a must-see to gain a true understanding of Praguers heroic efforts to gain independence and democracy.
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1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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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 WWII and Communism History in Prague’s Old Town Private Tour?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the WWII and Communism History in Prague’s Old Town Private Tour?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Regular tickets to the Museum of Communism (only in 4-hour option).
  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option).
  • Lots of information about the WWII and Communism-era events and personalities.
  • Visiting monuments to the Prague Uprising and the Velvet Revolution.
  • Private WWII and Communism-themed Tour of Prague's Old Town and the Museum of Communism.
  • History Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tickets to the Museum of Communism (in 2-hour option).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the WWII and Communism History in Prague's Old Town Private Tour is as follows:

  • 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
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for WWII and Communism History in Prague's Old Town Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Regular tickets to the Museum of Communism (only in 4-hour option)
  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Lots of information about the WWII and Communism-era events and personalities
  • Visiting monuments to the Prague Uprising and the Velvet Revolution
  • Private WWII and Communism-themed Tour of Prague's Old Town and the Museum of Communism
  • History Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Tickets to the Museum of Communism (in 2-hour option)

Additional Info

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  • 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. Tickets to the Museum of Communism are not included in the basic 2-hour option.

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  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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