Velvet Revolution and Communism tour with PERSONAL PRAGUE GUIDE

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

To ensure you book the right number of tickets, select the number of people in your group (1, 2, 3, etc.) from the “Select date and travelers” menu.

This walking tour offers professional, personalized sightseeing with a knowledgeable and friendly local guide fluent in English. You will explore and learn about the most recent and impactful chapter of our history – the Communist era. Visit key sites related to the Secret Police, follow the steps of the Velvet Revolution, and see where the course of communist history was shaped.

+ Many EXTRAS FOR FREE: A specially designed map of Prague for independent sightseeing, a picture-architecture chart, a bookmark, and a surprise local treat—every client receives something truly local that you might otherwise miss.

We focus on the local details, which is why we’re recommended by travel guru Rick Steves!

What's Included

Local guide
Private tour
Snacks
Professional art historian guide
Hotel pickup
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Local taxes
Entrance tickets if necessary

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up our clients directly at their hotel or any spot that will be agreed upon before the tour. Choose the number of people in your group (1, 2, 3, etc.) from the “Select date and travelers” menu to ensure you book the right number of tickets

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Meeting point
Prague
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Staromestske namesti

    Visit the site where Czechoslovakia’s first communist president made his historic proclamation in February 1948.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Velvet Revolution Memorial

    Visit the place where the Velvet Revolution began (1989), marking a pivotal moment in Czechoslovakia’s history.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Wenceslas Monument

    Visit Prague’s main square, which witnessed the key events of the 20th century in the Czech Republic, from political upheavals to historic celebrations.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Karolinum

    Visit the site where Charles University was founded in 1348, a historic institution that has played a pivotal role in shaping revolutionary movements throughout Czech history.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Choose the number of people in your group (1, 2, 3, etc.) from the “Select date and travelers” menu to ensure you book the right number of tickets
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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