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.
What people are saying about us...
Aditya
02:04 09 Mar 26
Mel is such a wonderful tour guide! She has such deep knowledge about what it means to live in Prague, combined with great appreciation for the local culture and a good sense of humour! I had such a great time learning about the history and culture of Prague, and walking through Old Town and seeing some of the major landmarks in the city. It was an experience I'll never forget and will always cherish! I definitely wouldn't have been able to explore the city myself. If you want to explore Prague, I highly recommend Mel at Prague Pulse.
Giulia Sci
17:58 12 Jan 26
I had a great experience with two different tours, one of the castle and the other one of the old town centre and more. I extremely enjoyed both tours, the first being with Mel and the latter with Aris (awesome name already)! They both were knowledgeable and a lot of fun! Both tours worth every penny I paid and the time I spent with those tour guides!
Highly recommend 😄
Highly recommend 😄
JorgeCist
12:33 02 Jan 26
Great tour of Prague. Nice city sightings, great talking and stories about very place. Seb was very nice and helpful, with a great knowledge about the city! Totally recommended.
Steve Nortrop
07:37 29 Dec 25
Dylan was an exceptional guide on our Ivon walking tour of Prague old town and Jewish quarter. He provided knowledge, insight, humour and travel advice - 2.5 hours very well spent, so much so that we booked onto the afternoon castle tour with him straight after
Deborah Fownes
13:02 07 Dec 25
Filip, our Tour Guide today, was exceptional! I was concerned initially with a group size of 30 but needn’t have been - Storytelling can be used haphazardly but Filip truely delivered! Fact, fiction and personal accounts made for a wonderful tour this morning. And yes , Filip is the Czech spelling of Phillip! Cannot recommend Filip and this insightful introduction tour to key areas of Prague highly enough … Deb & Mark AUS
Emma Chung
20:52 28 Nov 25
We were so lucky to have Kathryn as our guide. She’s got the humour, the banter, and is one of my favourite storytellers ever, sharing her knowledge of Prague’s history and landmarks.
We don’t usually do tours but this was such an amazing experience, it’s changed our minds. Would 100% try and join Kathryn’s tours next time we’re in Prague.
We don’t usually do tours but this was such an amazing experience, it’s changed our minds. Would 100% try and join Kathryn’s tours next time we’re in Prague.
Linda Oloan
06:53 24 Nov 25
Brilliant walking tour with Jeremy yesterday- clearly has a passion for his adopted city-made us feel so welcome ( the locals could learn a thing or 2!). And learnt a lot about this beautiful city, would definitely recommend!! Dekuju from Belfast!!
Noah
13:13 21 Nov 25
Dylan was a great guide with many interesting and informative stories about Prag and it’s history! Can absolutely recommend him! You even get local recommendations and lots of advice from him! Would definitely do it again!
Katie Neitz
12:50 08 Nov 25
We had an amazing experience learning about the history and culture of Prague from Anna. She is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. We have only a day here in Prague, so it was appealing to try and learn and see as much as possible in a short period of time. Anna's tour didn't disappoint!
Kathy Claydon
16:21 04 Nov 25
Anna was very friendly, informative, knowledgeable, helpful and a great tour guide. Anna helped the group understand the history and culture of Prague, as well providing useful local knowledge, in an interesting and fun way. Would definitely recommend.
Cheryl Botts
10:15 11 Oct 25
Andy was the most incredible guide I’ve ever had! His knowledge was beyond and his stories were told with exciting details. I would highly recommend Andy and most likely any guides with this group !! Fun and entertaining (and English is his native language!), this tour was packed with info and history. I learned a ton!!! Bravo!🤩
Junko Dunne
13:21 07 Oct 25
Took an Old Town and Jewish Quarter tour with Mike on our arrival day in Prague. He set us up with the bearing of the city historically and culturally. It was so interesting and even our day started at 3:30am to get to Prague from London, we were so mesmerised until the last minute. As Mike was so good, we took another tour of Castle with Anna and she as equally experienced and knowledgable. We got to see Prague and got to know the city much better. Thank you, Mike and Anna.
Mark Howlett
15:39 04 Oct 25
We had a great afternoon with Jeremy leading first to the tram and up the hill to the highest point in Prague to learn some history of the monastery, see the guard change and cathedral while winding our way thru over a thousand years of Bohemian history.
Great tour and fantastic city!
Recommend
Great tour and fantastic city!
Recommend
Carolyn Morrissey
14:24 29 Sep 25
Traveling from the USA for first time to Prague! In 3 short days there we were able to have 2 tours with this amazing company! Mel hosted our tour of Old Town , etc. She was so unbelievably knowledgeable and presented the history in a fun and engaging way! We signed up for the food tour with Mike the next day! Incredible! He gave us so much history, details of the area and food and great personal insights of your beautiful city. This company is a definite must to capture the beauty, history and culinary wonder of Prague.
Michael MacDonald
09:15 16 Sep 25
What a great stroll around Prague with Jeremy! He was super knowledgeable and engaging. We had about 25 people on the walking tour but he was always patient waiting for some to catch up. He adds a bit of humor as he tells the many interesting facts of one of the most charming cities in the world!
Grant Lindgren
06:55 16 Sep 25
We did the Iconic Tour of Prague on September 15 with “Tall Paul”. 5-stars for sure! If you take a tour with Paul, ask him to take you to his favourite local pub after the tour - it was the best Czech food we had the whole week, the beer seemed better, and it was way cheaper than the food near the tourist trap areas. Thanks from Winnipeg!
Makhimba Simon
18:04 05 Sep 25
I did the free walking tour covering Old Town, the Jewish Quarter, and ending at Charles Bridge, and it was easily one of the highlights of my trip to Prague. The guide was incredibly informative and engaging—he brought centuries of Czech history to life, from medieval times through communism and beyond. We also learned about the Jewish history of Prague and visited the Jewish Quarter which us now the most expensive street in Prague due to all the designer stores. You could tell he was passionate and knew his stuff, but also made it easy to follow and fun. And of course, Prague is unbelievably beautiful, so he had a great “office” to work with! Highly recommend if you want to learn and not just look.
Amy Islat
05:58 23 Aug 25
My wife and I took the Old Town and Prague Castle tour with Mike, as well as the food tour with Ian and both were fantastic experiences! Mike and Ian were not only knowledgeable but also friendly and engaging. We had a wonderful time on both tours and would highly recommend joining any tour they lead.
Alexander Lennemann
13:38 20 Aug 25
The tour with Mike was amazing. His English is perfect and he is a very knowledgeable guide with a deep personal connection to the city and the history of the country, whilst also always funny and entertaining. Couldn't have wished for a better tour to get a first impression of the city and the group size was also pleasurably small, less than 10 people. Highly recommend!
Margaret Chidgey
05:39 16 Aug 25
We had only two days in Prague. We did the Iconic tour with Ian the first day, and the Prague Castle tour with Mike on the second day.
Both of our guides were really knowledgeable and entertaining, and we found out lots of things about the Czech Republic that we didn't know.
A highlight of Ian's tour was the astrological clock, and the history of Charles IV.
With Mike, we caught a tram (it's easy to do in Prague), saw the changing of the guard at Prague Castle, and had an interactive experience in the gardens.
We would definitely choose Prague Pulse tours first if we returned to Prague in the future.
Both of our guides were really knowledgeable and entertaining, and we found out lots of things about the Czech Republic that we didn't know.
A highlight of Ian's tour was the astrological clock, and the history of Charles IV.
With Mike, we caught a tram (it's easy to do in Prague), saw the changing of the guard at Prague Castle, and had an interactive experience in the gardens.
We would definitely choose Prague Pulse tours first if we returned to Prague in the future.
Michael Ordonez
14:01 08 Aug 25
Seb was a great guide, offered a very informative and engaging tour of the castle. He answered all our questions and also provided recommendations for local bites for our family of 3. He was very gracious and would recommend for future guests.
Matthias Bielefeld
09:10 11 Jul 25
Thank you Tall Paul and Jeremy for showing us Prague in such an entertaining, content rich and personal way. We had a fantastic on both Old Town and Castle Walk and we learned a lot about the city’s rich history, architecture and politics and of course: we can now shout „Charles the Fourth!!!“ if the situation demands it 😁 Highly recommend 🤘
Alison Broomfield
12:25 09 Jul 25
Excellent castle tour with Anna, just brilliant, excellent plan to take the tram and come down through the gardens back to the Old Town. Interesting facts and additional information given. Thank you so much. Would definitely recommend.
Farida I
17:37 07 Jul 25
We booked a tour with Ian today. It was a wonderful experience. Ian took us around by tram and walk. Ian guided us in the historical backdrop of Prague. He was humorous as well as informative. We were presented a kalidscopic view of history, architecture, art and politics of Prague in less than 3 hours. It was not only enjoyable but refreshing.
Suzanne Haynes
13:03 04 Jul 25
MIKE good, what a fantastic and easy way to be introduced to Prague. We walked around the old town with Mike who exudes in an entertaining and unforgettable way the personality, positivity, and history of Prague. He describes the buildings, the timelines, the people, the reactions with such passion. Thank you.
Andre Chin
14:48 28 Jun 25
It was a no-brainer booking on this castle tour after experiencing their tour of the Old Town & Jewish Quarters...and so glad we did. Our guide was Aris, and he was excellent. His love & passion for the area shone through his delivery. Brought us to all the great spots and gave a detailed summary of the history bringing the buildings to life. Helps that he is also a wonderful, super helpful guy! A recommended must-do for anyone visiting the castle for the 1st time.
Ellie Brodie
07:53 28 Jun 25
I had such a lovely day on both the tour of the old town with Mel and Castle with Jeremy. Both guides were very personable and willing to answer any question people in the group had. Definitely would recommend them as a first stop in the city. Generally, I also find walking tours are a great way to meet others if you're travelling solo.
Mingchen Liu
21:52 14 Jun 25
I joined the Prague Castle walking tour with Mel as our guide, and she was absolutely fantastic. As a structural engineer, I was especially impressed by her deep knowledge of architectural styles and historical forms. She also shared many fascinating hidden stories and details about the buildings that you’d never discover on your own. On top of that, Mel is incredibly humorous and full of energy, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. I’m truly grateful to her for leaving me with such a memorable highlight of my trip to Prague. I highly recommend taking this tour—especially before visiting the castle interior if you’ve booked tickets—as it gives you a much deeper appreciation for what you’re about to see.
Regards,
Mingchen from London
Regards,
Mingchen from London
Phil Seymour
17:17 14 Jun 25
Absolutely loved the potted history of Czech Republic that our tour guide Mike gave us. He was very knowledgeable & passionate about his city and not only showed us some great sites, but gave us the history behind that sites importance. His punch line at the end explained his passion. Really appreciated this tour as a great way to see & hear about Prague.
Kristina Herrmann
12:41 05 Jun 25
I have been on several city tours in the past, but the two tours with Prague Pulse Tours are definitely among the best I have ever experienced! Here, you don't get a run-of-the-mill tour, but living history, great storytelling and genuine passion.
Tour 1: Prague's Iconic Free Tour – Old Town & Jewish Quarter (with Dylan)
The tour started at 10:30 a.m. – despite the large, international group, you never felt anonymous. Thanks to a short round of introductions, a personal atmosphere was created right from the start.
Our guide Dylan was a real highlight: humorous, historically well-informed and with a wonderfully ironic manner. The tour was full of exciting anecdotes and little stories – not a dull moment!
Tour 2: Classic Prague Castle Tour – Strahov Monastery & Castle District (with Jeremy)
This tour also started at 10:30 a.m. – again with a large group, but once more with a personal introduction.
Jeremy was the perfect storyteller: charming, knowledgeable and with great timing. He even got us to the castle in time for the changing of the guard at 12 noon! The tour lasted over three hours and was exciting and entertaining throughout – including lots of practical tips and background information.
Conclusion: If you really want to experience Prague, Prague Pulse Tours is the best choice. Highly recommended – I would book again anytime!
Tour 1: Prague's Iconic Free Tour – Old Town & Jewish Quarter (with Dylan)
The tour started at 10:30 a.m. – despite the large, international group, you never felt anonymous. Thanks to a short round of introductions, a personal atmosphere was created right from the start.
Our guide Dylan was a real highlight: humorous, historically well-informed and with a wonderfully ironic manner. The tour was full of exciting anecdotes and little stories – not a dull moment!
Tour 2: Classic Prague Castle Tour – Strahov Monastery & Castle District (with Jeremy)
This tour also started at 10:30 a.m. – again with a large group, but once more with a personal introduction.
Jeremy was the perfect storyteller: charming, knowledgeable and with great timing. He even got us to the castle in time for the changing of the guard at 12 noon! The tour lasted over three hours and was exciting and entertaining throughout – including lots of practical tips and background information.
Conclusion: If you really want to experience Prague, Prague Pulse Tours is the best choice. Highly recommended – I would book again anytime!
Rohan Manoj
22:54 27 May 25
This was my first walking tour, and it was a phenomenal experience. Mike, our tour guide, was an excellent story teller and an orator. In 2.5 hours he was able to explain, in great detail, numerous interesting historical facts across various popular tourist locations in Prague. The manner in which he engaged our tour group, kept us eagerly waiting for the next piece of historical facts. The entire tour was interesting, educational and enjoyable, and the 2.5 hours seemed to just breeze by in an instant.
I would highly recommend this walking tour for any tourist who wants to visit Prague.
I would highly recommend this walking tour for any tourist who wants to visit Prague.
Michelle Fleming
15:24 19 May 25
I wanted to share our experience with you regarding Ian on the castle tour yesterday.
He made it so worthwhile and was full of energy and enthusiasm for our group.
I would like to say we immensely enjoyed the tour although the weather was cold.
Ian is a very wonderful tour guide and we wanted to say thanks again to him.
Warm regards
Michelle from Glasgow Scotland 🏴
He made it so worthwhile and was full of energy and enthusiasm for our group.
I would like to say we immensely enjoyed the tour although the weather was cold.
Ian is a very wonderful tour guide and we wanted to say thanks again to him.
Warm regards
Michelle from Glasgow Scotland 🏴
Chris Pike
12:51 11 May 25
Absolutely fantastic tour, Mike was a brilliant guide. I was slightly nervous about 2.5 hours but I was fully engaged the whole time. My only regret is going on the last day of our trip, I recommend making it the first day of your trip because Mike had so many recommendations for places I'd love to have time to go visit.
Anna Safian
17:47 05 May 25
Our guide Paul was great, very intellectual and with good sense of humour. Offered good hints for local experience.
The tour overall was informative, well structured and interesting. The Old Town tour took about 2.5 hrs incl. a short break. Thanks
The tour overall was informative, well structured and interesting. The Old Town tour took about 2.5 hrs incl. a short break. Thanks
Dan T
11:35 15 Apr 25
We had two walking tours with Ian, old town and the castle. It was a great experience! He told us some very interesting historical facts without the boring part, with a touch of a great humor and not too much of walking.
Highest recommendation! Great city to visit and a great walking tour experience!
Highest recommendation! Great city to visit and a great walking tour experience!
Michael Wulff
16:11 12 Apr 25
We did the city tour, and tall Paul was our guide. His ability to connect and communicate with the entire group was a testimony to his character and knowledge. Although American, he is a university graduate of history, and it showed. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and the information imparted during our time with Paul.
I would highly recommend you spare the time for a tour.
I would highly recommend you spare the time for a tour.
Dayna Tooley
15:00 04 Apr 25
If you're visiting Prague and want a guide who is equal parts knowledgeable, engaging, and just plain fun, look no further than Mel! From the moment we met her, it was clear she had a deep love for this city—and after spending a day with her, we understand why.
Mel took us through the Jewish Quarter, Old Town, and New Town, weaving history, humor, and fascinating insights into every stop. Her storytelling makes the past come alive, and her recommendations (for food, sights, and hidden gems) were absolutely spot-on. Plus, she has a super handy Prague website full of tips, so you’re never left wondering where to go next.
And of course, no tour with Mel would be complete without hearing her favorite saying:
"Prague never lets you go… this dear little mother has sharp claws." – Franz Kafka
By the end of the tour, we felt those "sharp claws" pulling us in too!
Whether it’s your first time in Prague or your tenth, Mel is the guide you want. She doesn’t just show you the city—she makes you feel like you belong here. Highly recommend!
📍 Check out her website: Mel’s Prague Guide
Mel took us through the Jewish Quarter, Old Town, and New Town, weaving history, humor, and fascinating insights into every stop. Her storytelling makes the past come alive, and her recommendations (for food, sights, and hidden gems) were absolutely spot-on. Plus, she has a super handy Prague website full of tips, so you’re never left wondering where to go next.
And of course, no tour with Mel would be complete without hearing her favorite saying:
"Prague never lets you go… this dear little mother has sharp claws." – Franz Kafka
By the end of the tour, we felt those "sharp claws" pulling us in too!
Whether it’s your first time in Prague or your tenth, Mel is the guide you want. She doesn’t just show you the city—she makes you feel like you belong here. Highly recommend!
📍 Check out her website: Mel’s Prague Guide
Sammy
15:01 02 Apr 25
Would highly recommend the Prague Castle Tour - was so great getting to know the complex in a little bit deeper detail and figure out what we wanted to have a proper look at. It's a good way to avoid large crowds and also learn how to use public transport in Prague. Thank you to our amazing tour guide Anna! So entertaining and approachable, her passion for and love of Prague is contagious! Looking forward to potentially a tour of the Old Town next 🤩
Heather Chadwick
12:40 07 Mar 25
Anna was amazing. So knowledgeable and a great storyteller. Best walking tour ever in beautiful Prague
Lauriane Martins
12:10 07 Mar 25
Anna is so kind. Amazing city tour and goods explanations about the city and the astronomy clock.
Fernando Tusi Bastiani
12:10 07 Mar 25
The guide was amazing, she is called Anna, wonderful, knowledgeable, lovely woman. This was my second guided tour and really recommend them.
Charlotte Foltin
16:36 06 Mar 25
Had our castle tour with Aris today and I must say, it really was a great tour! Aris undoubtedly loves sharing all the interesting information about Prague as a city, historic events, the sights and the culture and you could sense his passion for all the little details. We were more than happy with the tour and can recommend it to anyone! Thank you Aris and all the best 🙂
Adina Stern
15:56 05 Mar 25
Debbie Z
16:15 04 Mar 25
Took the old town tour with Aris - brilliant guide, fun & interesting tour. Overall a great experience and highly recommended 🙂
Jan Wischweh
15:32 04 Mar 25
Did the Prague Castle Tour with Mike and it was excellent and fun. It is very well done and covers so many aspects of Prague and its history.
Mike is a highly energetic guide and a very good storyteller. I saw the final minutes of another tour he gave the other day and decided to join his next tour the other day officially and did not regret it.
Mike is a highly energetic guide and a very good storyteller. I saw the final minutes of another tour he gave the other day and decided to join his next tour the other day officially and did not regret it.
Angela Maniarasan
19:36 03 Mar 25
Andy was amazing and helpful. He really took his time to explain the history of the castle. He was very helpful in recommending us a great pub to eat as well
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
Carolin Lengwenings
15:14 03 Mar 25
After the free walking tour through the old town, we booked the second tour to the castle straight away. We traveled with Mike and we really liked his humorous manner and his extensive knowledge of the city. We will always remember Prague fondly thanks to his insider information!
Max Glenister
09:56 03 Mar 25
Great tour from Mel yesterday!
So Lo
07:46 03 Mar 25
We had the pleasure of joining the Castle tour and were not disappointed! Dylan brought the buildings to life with his anecdotes and stories. He positioned us in the best spot to watch the changing of the guards. Dylan's perfect mix of humour and a deep knowledge about Prague made the tour a highlight of our trip!
Faisal Alhumaidi
16:14 02 Mar 25
Had a lovely time doing the old town tour
Mel was very impressive of the flow of information and stories she was telling throughout the tour! Definitely recommend 👌🏻
Mel was very impressive of the flow of information and stories she was telling throughout the tour! Definitely recommend 👌🏻
Meeting point for Nazis & Communism Tour
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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