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Explore Prague’s gripping WWII history with a passionate local guide and renowned Czech historian Jiri Kluc, author of numerous books on WWII and 20th century history. Dive into stories of bravery, resistance, and resilience that shaped the city during the Nazi occupation. Discover the chilling reign of Reinhard Heydrich, the 'Butcher of Prague,' whose assassination marked the highest-ranking Nazi ever killed in WWII.
Follow the daring footsteps of Operation Anthropoid—this is the only tour in Prague that takes you to the actual location of the assassination, where the story unfolded. You’ll also visit the Parachutists’ Church and see unique bullet holes. Learn about the 1945 Czech uprising, Nicholas Winton’s rescue of 669 Jewish children (as portrayed in the movie One Life), and the dramatic, mistaken American bombing of Prague.
Explore the former Gestapo headquarters, a place of secrets and shadows. Join this unique walking tour, and let history come alive with every step.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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).
Itinerary
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1Vaclavske NamEsti
Featuring many stories by renowned Czech historian Jiří Klůc in the area of the square.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Gestapo headquarters
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Praha hlavni nadrazi
Saving 669 children story, few locations
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4National Memorial To The Heroes Of The Heydrich Terror
Focusing on Operation Anthropoid and the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, the No. 3 Nazi leader, this is the only tour in Prague that takes you to the actual location where the story unfolded. We then follow the entire story of the resistance that carried out the mission.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Dancing House
American bombing story
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- 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.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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