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Prague WWII & Communism Free Tour

From Nazi occupation to the Velvet Revolution

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Between 1938 and 1989 Prague lived under two dictatorships, staged the assassination that shook the Third Reich, and finally won its freedom with a revolution so peaceful it was named after velvet. Starting at Malostranská metro station, this tour walks the sites where that half-century played out — the resistance stories of the occupation, the show trials and shortages of the communist years, and the crowds of November 1989.

It's heavy history told with dark Czech humor, by guides whose own families lived it. If you want to understand why Prague feels the way it does, this is the tour that explains it.

Tour highlights

Nazi occupation sites
Heydrich assassination story
Communist-era Prague
Memorial to the Victims of Communism
Velvet Revolution sites

Meeting point

Malostranská metro station

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This tour is free — there's no charge to join. At the end, tip your guide whatever you feel the experience was worth. 100% of tips go directly to them.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Prague WWII & Communism Free Tour really free?

Yes — there is no ticket and no upfront cost. You reserve a free spot, join the tour, and at the end tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth. Most travelers tip the equivalent of €10–20 per person, but the amount is entirely up to you.

Where does the Prague WWII & Communism Free Tour start?

The tour meets at Malostranská metro station (Malostranská metro station). Look for the guide with the FreeTour sign; the exact meeting point is confirmed in your booking.

How long is the tour, and what languages is it in?

It lasts around 2h30 and is guided in English. Groups are capped at about 20 people so the experience stays personal. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.