Free Tour: Nazis & Communism: How Prague Survived
What to expect on the tour
This tour runs daily at 10.30 am in English.
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Details:
– Start point: Jan Palach Sq, by the Josef Manes statue (scroll for map!)
– Find the purple umbrella!
– Approximately 2.5 hours long
– We take public transport (tram), so a 30min ticket is needed. We can help you buy this.
– There is a break for coffee, snacks, bathroom, selfies, etc!
– Scroll down for a map to the meeting point (Jan Palach Sq).
– Final stop: Wenceslas Square
Highlights in the New Town
Dancing House
Heydrich Terror Memorial & Church of St. Cyril & Methodius
Rotating Head Of Franz Kafka
Franciscan Gardens
Lucerna Palace
Wenceslas Square
And more…
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Why choose the Free Tour of Nazis & Communism: How Prague Survived?
This isn’t another history lecture. It’s the raw, real stories of how Prague survived its darkest century and came out stronger. From Nazi occupation to communist control to the revolution that changed everything, you’ll walk the streets where ordinary Czechs made extraordinary choices.
This tour is for you if:
– You’re fascinated by WWII resistance movements and Cold War history
– You want to understand how totalitarianism actually worked—and failed
– You believe the best stories come from real people, not textbooks
Want to see more of Prague? After you join this tour, check out our Iconic Free Tour of Prague: Old Town, Jewish Quarter & Charles Bridge.
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FAQs about this Prague free tour
What is a free tour?
There is no compulsory payment upfront for a free tour. At the end of the tour, your guide asks you to place a value on your experience, and you get to decide what you think is a fair price. This ensures your guide will always give you the best tour possible.
What forms of payment do we accept?
You can pay with card! We also accept Czech Crowns and Euros (although we ask you to refrain from Euro coins, as we are not able to exchange them).
Will the weather affect the tour?
Our tours run in rain, wind, or shine. If the tour is cancelled due to exceptional extreme weather, we will let you know. Please do come in adequate clothing, the tours are outside, and Prague can be very cold in winter and very hot in summer!
Do I really need a ticket for the tram?
Yes, controllers often check tickets on trams. Don’t worry – tickets are very affordable, and we will help you purchase.
Are strollers, wheelchairs, or pets allowed on the tour?
Yes, everyone is welcome on the tours. For this tour, however, you will need to bring a muzzle for your dog, Dogs ride trams for free but must be muzzled.
Prague is not the easiest city for wheelchair users, but our guides will always help you where necessary.
Can I join the tour after the start time?
Our guides will always remain at the meeting point for 5 minutes after the start time. After this, each guide takes a slightly different route and are not contactable during the tour. For this reason, we ask you to be at the meeting point on time or to please reschedule your tour for another time slot.
Why am I being charged for a free tour when I book for 9+ people?
The free walking tour concept is designed for small group bookings. For the sake of our guides, we ask groups of 9+ to either book a private tour or to join our free tour with an upfront payment. This payment can be viewed as the minimum spend to pay the guide.
These rules are in place with all free tour companies.
Where can I get a tram ticket?
You can get the ticket from the app PID Litacka or at any metro station. For this trip, you only need a 30-minute ticket. If you cannot buy a ticket prior to the tour, please come to the meeting point early so the guide can explain it to you in person.
What Makes This Tour Different
Forget dry political timelines. You’ll hear first-hand accounts passed down: the factory workers who sabotaged Nazi weapons, the artists who mocked the regime, the civilians who were punished for religion, resistance, and rebellion.
Key stories told in this tour
The Nazi Occupation (1939-1945) Learn about where and why Prague was bombed, as well as how Czechs secretly resisted the Nazis.
The Heydrich Assassination Plot See the bullet-riddled crypt where Czech paratroopers made their final stand against the Nazis after assassinating Hitler’s most brutal leader.
Communist Czechoslovakia (1948-1989) Understand how communism really started, about religious persecution, show trials and acts of resistance. Learn about what daily life was truly like behind the iron curtain and why hope didn’t die.
The Velvet Revolution Visit Wenceslas Square, where hundreds of thousands gathered to demand freedom and won without firing a single shot. Václav Havel went from playwright to president, bringing down a regime that had its hold on the Czech Republic for decades.
Prague Architecture & Art as Resistance
Beyond the history, you’ll discover Prague’s underrated New Town architecture and how artists used their work to fight back. Visit and learn the meanings behind:
- The Dancing House
- Franz Kafka’s rotating head
- David Černý’s upside-down horse
- Lucerna Passage