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There was a lot going on in Prague in the second half of the twentieth century. The metropolis witnessed restrictions on freedom, occupation, but also massive growth. What did the people of Prague do for fun, where did they go shopping and where did they live during the Communist dictatorship? Discover the spots where it all began and where truth and love finally triumphed over lies and hatred after 41 long years.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is located on the ground floor of the Old Town Hall on the far left at the Giudes&Tours office behind the Gift shop (not at the cashdesk of the Old Town Hall).
The tour ends right next to the National Theatre at the Václav Havel Square. (The nearest tram stop: Národní divadlo, nearest metro station: Národní třída.
Itinerary
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1Staromestske namesti
When and how did it all begin? The tour starts at the Old Town Square from where you can see the spot where where the Stalin monument used to stand. Let's dive together into the year 1948.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Theatre Des Etats (Pass by)
In Železená street and by the Estates Theatre we will talk about the culture after 1948 .
Admission ticket free -
2
Do you know the name Klement Gottwald? Explore with us the place where he had his museum.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Vaclavske NamEsti
We will talk about the most important events of this time, which took place on Wenceslas Square. We will describe how life was really lived back then, where to eat and where to shop.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Franciscan Garden
Do you know how it was with theatres and monasteries in the fifties and sixties? Let´s talk about the Semafor Theatre a Alfa cinema.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
At this important monument we will talk about the year 1989 and how it all ended. We will also focus on the central figure, the first President of the Czech Republic, Václav Havel.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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