Tour of Communist Prague and Nuclear Bunker
ID: GYG658854-1088674
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
2 days
Description
Discover what it was like to live at that time, why the changes are appreciated and why some miss that time. Everyday life, social life, shopping, travel, fashion, art, ... had their peculiarities.
From the main entrance of the National Museum we will see Wenceslas Square, the site of the old parliament, and what were important stores at the time. We will then go on to see typical buildings of Czech socialist architecture. We will continue along the street where the current CCP (political group) headquarters is located. Later we will see old headquarters of emblematic state companies at that time. During the course of the tour you will hear about how these companies operated and how the daily routine was viewed by the local population. Then we will show you places related to the Velvet Revolution and the first years after the changes.
As a final point we will visit the nuclear bunker located in Wenceslas Square. This defensive construction is located underground under the Jalta Hotel. The space where the thick walls of the bunker are located is set up as a Cold War Museum. In it we will hear about the Warsaw Pact, learn about defense systems and missile range, as well as uniforms and weapons used at that time.
Highlights
- Uncover Cold War secrets.
- Explore hidden nuclear bunker.
- History of Prague.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Look for the guide with the gray umbrella.
INCLUDED
- Spanish-speaking tour guide throughout the visit. Entry into the antinuclear bunker.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.