Step back in time and experience Prague under Communism. On this private walking tour, your guide will lead you through the city streets where history unfolded — from secret police operations to peaceful protests, from propaganda signs to revolutionary movements.
Learn how Prague transformed during the 20th century, including the Prague Spring of 1968, life under Communist rule, and the dramatic events of the Velvet Revolution of 1989.
The tour includes a visit to the Museum of Communism.
Sites You’ll Visit
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Old Town Square – the beginning of Communism
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Wenceslas Square – Discover the events of the Prague Spring and Velvet Revolution
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Museum of Communism – exhibition on daily life, politics, and propaganda
- Velvet Revolution Memorial – the key moment of 1989 and the end of Communism
Tour Details
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Duration: ~2.5–3 hours
- Price: €220
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Group Type: Private walking tour
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Languages: English (other languages on request)
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Price: €220 per group (museum tickets not included)
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Meeting Point: Old Town Square or agreed location
What’s Included
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Licensed local guide
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Storytelling and historical context at each site
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Recommendations for further reading, museums, and local exhibitions
What’s Not Included
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Entrance fees to museums
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Food, drinks, or transportation outside the walking route
Why Choose This Tour
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Get unique insight into Prague’s 20th-century history
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Explore the unique history most tourists miss
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Enjoy a private, personalised experience with a licensed guide
Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, or cultural travellers wanting to understand Prague beyond its landmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this tour suitable for children?
A: Recommended for older children and teenagers who can understand serious historical topics.
Q: How physically demanding is the tour?
A: Moderate; mostly walking with stops. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Q: Can we visit museums or memorials?
A: Yes, but entrance fees are not included. Your guide can advise on tickets.
Q: Can the tour be customised?
A: Absolutely. We can focus on specific periods, like the Prague Spring, daily life under Communism, or the Velvet Revolution.
Are you interested in a regular or a different walking tour?
- Best of Prague – cover the main sights in the Old Town, New Town, Jewish Quarter and Charles Bridge
- Jewish Quarter – detailed tour in the area of the Jewish Quarter, with a visit to synagogues and the cemetery
- WW2 in Prague – a detailed tour about WW2 history in Prague, 1939, the Uprising in 1945, the Sudetenland and the Munich Agreement, Operation Anthropoid and the Butcher of Prague