Prague Communism and World War II Walking Tour: Discover Key Historical Sites

Step back in time and explore the key historical sites of Prague during the Communist era and World War II. Uncover stories of struggle, sacrifice, and the path to democracy on this engaging walking tour.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Křižovnické náměstí - Meet your guide in the heart of the Old Town – on a threshold of the Old Town Bridge Tower and sett of on a fascinating journey to the past. After you enjoy a panoramic view of the Prague Castle – the proud seat of Czech rulers and presidents - you learn that not far from it once stood the largest statue of Joseph Stalin in the world! Step by step your guide will cover all the major events.
What's Included
  • Guidance from a professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This excursion offers an intriguing exploration into our nation’s significant happenings during the 20th century. Journey into history, visiting crucial locations that played host to our tempestuous recent past. Hear tales of the fight for independence and liberty, immense hardship and sacrifice, bravery and despair, aspiration and shattered dreams….

Location
Křižovnické náměstí
In front of the Charles Bridge, at Křižovnické square, by the Statue Charles IV.,our guide will hold orange umbrella.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Iain_m
Dec 15, 2025
Best tour ever - We did this tour with Tomas last week. It was just the two of us on the tour and we got to spend about 2 1/2 hrs with Tomas. It was the best tour we have ever been on. Tomas is a very interesting, intelligent and articulate person. Tomas began by giving us a brief history of Czechia up to 1930's and WW2. While walking around Prague (and very quickly getting away from the very large tourist gatherings) Tomas delivered a really interesting history from WW2 to date, covering the end of the war, arrival of the Soviets, crushing of democracy and imposition of communism, prague spring in '68, brezhnez docterine of the 70s and the gradual unravelling communism and on to the present day. The tour was a fascinating blend of politics, history, his personal family backround and a real insight into life in Prague in the 70's onwards. Tomas was really engaging, a very nice bloke and we even found time to go for coffee, and later a beer (delicious!). I would highly recommend this tour. It was a definite highlight of our trip. Iain, Ireland.
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Celia_b
Dec 5, 2025
Highlight of our Visit to Prague - Unique experience. Our guide had been a student demonstrator during the Velvet Revolution so we had a gripping, first-hand account of the events of 1989.
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W9115qmwaynek
Oct 29, 2025
Great - Wonderful! Exactly what I wanted. Guide was very knowledgeable and covered all of the important places and events. Thanks
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Denise_w
Oct 19, 2025
The best!!! - Such an educational experience that really added an extra dimension to our tour of Prague! Highly recommend!!!
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Knutmichael_k
Jun 17, 2025
Very good guidance - It was an informative tour. The guide is knowledgeable. He answers questions. The two hours passed very quickly.
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Jseddo
Apr 6, 2025
Amazin - This was possibly the best thing that i did when in prague, my guide brought the stories of prague during WW2 & the communist era to life through his fantastic story telling.
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Dbull1966
Sep 22, 2022
Modern history tour including Nazi War and Soviet Control during the period 1918 to 1989 - Whilst Prague has centuries of history and historic buildings, the modern history period from 1st World War 1918 to the 1989 breakup of the Soviet Block is equally fascinating. This short 90 min tour visited all significant monuments and places of importance during the 80 year period in which Czechoslovakia changed and became Czech Republic of today. Our guide was a local Czech citizen and was an excellent guide. He was of an age that he could recall Czechoslovakia under communist Soviet control and the events that lead to it becoming an independent capital democracy.
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James_w
Nov 11, 2021
Great Tour and Walk - We really enjoyed today's Tour are reared Michal was an excellent communicator and you so much about Prague and the history of the Czech Republic period. We recommend this tour and tour guide !
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Malene_l
Sep 15, 2021
Great guide and interesting stories - We really enjoyed the city walk with Martin! He is a very pleasant and knowledgeable guide. We can definitely recommend this tour which focuses on the interesting 20th century history of Prague.
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Chris_o
Sep 2, 2021
Great conversational walk with living history - PRAGUE IS OPEN! IF YOU CAN - GO NOW!!! Low crowds and the dollar goes a long way!

Martin was a great tour guide and shared a tremendous amount of information that I was unfamiliar with. Though I’ve a general understanding of the unfortunate agreement reached at the end of WWII that resulted in Czech’s being absorbed into the Soviet sphere; Martin’s information on WWII and the Communist era was far deeper than what I’ve read or learned previously.

 Martin met us at our hotel and we set off from there.

 The walk from near to the Palace across the river into the new city was all very walkable and manageable for us. 

The scenery along the way is great to capture and Martin accommodated all of this including taking pictures for us.

 Martin also shared some personal history under communist times which was interesting to talk about common childhood experiences (He and my wife both experienced Atomic drills in primary school) along with other stories of living “behind the iron curtain” but directly from a Czech perspective.

 At the end of the tour - Martin gave us recommendations on eating (Local - great beer and local food) along with other “must see” things in the city.

 We very much recommend the tour and want to thank Martin for the great experience.
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From $29
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).