20th Century Prague: WW2 and Communism

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About this activity

Join our small-group journey into the recent past of Prague.

You'll unravel the story of Prague's journey from being the bustling capital of a post-WWI Republic, to being dismantled by Hitler. Learn about the only successful assassination of a high-ranking Nazi officer. Explore the attempts by Czechoslovaks to reform communism, only to be invaded by their supposed allies. Learn about the courageous sacrifice of a 20-year-old student who sparked a national awakening. Finally, witness the remarkable events of the most peaceful revolution and dissolution in modern history.

Throughout the tour, you'll visit the very sites and monuments where these pivotal moments unfolded, offering a firsthand glimpse into Prague's complex history.

The tour is limited to 10 people, to ensure a more personal experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Heart of Europe

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Public Transportation Ticket

Itinerary

Obecni Dum

10 min

We start our tour at the magnificent Municipal House, where the declaration of independence of Czechoslovakia was signed in 1918.
Wenceslas Square

40 min

One of the main squares of Prague, and where some of the turning points of the XX century took place
Lucerna Arcade

10 min

We walk through the famous Lucerna Palace, built by the Havel family in the early XX century.
Pasaz SvEtozor

10 min

A time capsule in the heart of Prague.
Franz Kafka Statue

10 min

The famous Franz Kafka spinning head
National Theater

10 min

We visit the monument to dissident turned president Vaclav Havel.
Hands reaching out of the wall on Narodni Trida

10 min

This is the place where the Velvet Revolution began.
National Memorial To The Heroes Of The Heydrich Terror

10 min

We finish the tour at the crypt where the assassins of Heydrich made their final stand.
Dancing House

Passing by

We pass by the famous building by Frank Gehry.