World War II in Prague Tour Prague World War II Tour
ID: GYG14170-14170
Category:
Country: Czechia
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Learn about daily life in Prague under Nazi rule on a 2-hour walking tour. Hear astonishing facts about the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, view authentic historic pictures, and get insights into Prague during World War II.
Take this tour of Prague’s darkest days, and learn about the terror of Nazi occupation and the fight to rid the city of its invaders. Prague was key to Hitler’s plans for world domination. Threatened with total obliteration, betrayed by the British and the French, the Czech people took matters into their own hands.
During the 2-hour guided tour, you will visit locations most associated with the dark days of the war. Revisit the battleground of the Old Town, and discover the terrible power of Nazi propaganda.
Enter the hideout of the Prague resistance beneath the city streets. View previously hidden documentary evidence and hear the story of the few brave men that were flown in from Britain to assassinate the Nazi "Butcher of Prague.“
Highlights
- Explore the last hideout of the Prague resistance in the 12th century underground tunnels below the Old Town
- Visit the Old Jewish District
- Walk down Prague streets, viewing city monuments, and compare these streets and monuments with those featured in archived pictures
- Listen to the breathtaking story of the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich
- Explore the power of Nazi propaganda
- Discover details of the Prague Uprising and see memorials of fallen rebels
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet your guide in front of the Powder Tower (Prašná Brána) in the centre of Republic Square (Náměstí Republiky). Metro stop Náměstí Republiky. Your guide will be standing at the meeting point holding a black umbrella.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
