Cold War Communism Prague with a Local Historian Semiprivate

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About this activity

Embark on a journey through Prague’s captivating history as I guide you through the echoes of its Cold War era. This walking tour takes you back to a time when the city bore the influence of the Communist regime for nearly 50 years.

Explore key locations of the Prague Spring and Soviet invasion in 1968, and hear the story of Jan Palach, a protest symbol who sacrificed his life. Visit sites of the Velvet Revolution, which ended Communism in our country and Europe in 1989.

As the son of a student leader in the Velvet Revolution, I’ll share personal stories to add an intimate touch.

Learn about dissident Vaclav Havel, who became the last president of Czechoslovakia. See the former Communist parliament, brutalist architecture, and landmarks like Wenceslas Square, the National Museum, and the Dancing House.

This is not just a tour; it’s an immersive dive into the heart of history.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Prague: Local Historian Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Wenceslas Square

one hour

Wenceslas Square - traces of Cold War - Revolution of 1968 and 1989, different locations in the area
Lucerna Arcade

15 min

Culture during Communism time, Upside down horse art
Franz Kafka Statue

10 min

Walking by famous Kafka head, Living conditions during Communism Czechoslovakia
Hands reaching out of the wall on Narodni Trida

30 min Admission included

1989 Velvet revolution locations
National Theater

20 min

National Theatre, Vaclav Havel story and more Cold War locations, including Secret Police
Dancing House

15 min

More locations related to Cold War

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) at the large statue of the horse and rider, located at the upper part of the square near the National Museum.

It’s very easy to reach on foot, as it’s in the city center. You can also take public transportation (metro station Muzeum).